The Best Electric Razor

Updated Dec 11, 2022

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Modern electric razors can deliver impressively close shaves, but they can’t quite match the closeness of manual razors. Over more than seven years of testing, 13 electric razor testers have buzzed and clipped a path toward what we hoped would be silken-jawed nirvana—and we’ve found that Braun’s Series 7 shavers are the best electric razors for removing facial hair. The Series 7 razors consistently produce close, comfortable shaves and are easy to use and maintain.

Braun Series 7 7071cc

The best electric razor for most faces

All Braun Series 7 models give consistently close, comfortable shaves.The 7071cc comes with the accessories we think most people want or need, including a cleaning system and carrying case.

We recommend

Braun Series 9 9370cc

Superior performance for heavy growth

Braun’s top-of-the-line electric razor offers the best shave—even for heavy beards—at a higher price.

A better upgrade

Remington F5-5800

Adequate performance, affordable price

A solid foil shaver, the F5-5800 is durable, and it performs well for its low price.

Budget friendly

Philips Norelco Shaver 9300

The best rotary option

The top-of-the-line Philips Norelco model is the best rotary shaver we’ve ever used.