The Best Electric Shavers of 2026
Foil and rotary shavers for close, comfortable shaves.
The Picks
8 recommendations
MANSCAPED® The Handyman™ Compact Face Shaver – Portable Men’s Travel Facial Hair Groomer, USB-C Rechargeable Razor, Electric Foil Face Shaver, Waterproof, Cordless, Dual-Action SkinSafe® Foil Blades
Close, comfortable foil shave that handles longer stubble.
Why we like it
- Great comfort
- Wet/dry
- Auto-sense motor
The trade-offs
- Not as close as premium Panasonics
- Basic charging stand
Remington F5-5800 Foil Electric Shaver for Men with Intercept Shaving Technology, Black, F5-5800B-AT1
A cheap, reliable foil shaver you can replace every couple of years.
Why we like it
- Very affordable
- Simple
- Pop-up trimmer
The trade-offs
- Louder
- Battery life shorter than premium
Panasonic Electric Razor for Men, Electric Shaver for Men, ARC5 with Premium Automatic Cleaning and Charging Station, Wet Dry Shaver, Cordless Razor, with Pop-Up Trimmer ES-LV97-K, Black
Five-blade shaver with the fastest motor and closest shave.
Why we like it
- Closest shave we've tested
- Cleaning station
- Fast motor
The trade-offs
- Aggressive on sensitive skin
- Expensive
OLOV Electric Body Hair Trimmer - Groin Trimmer for Men - Bikini Trimmer Women - Wet/Dry Shaver Groomer, Replaceable Ceramic Blade Heads, USB Recharge Dock, Waterproof Hygiene Razor,Black
The rotary pick for anyone who doesn't get along with foils.
Why we like it
- Great for curved faces
- Skin-friendly
- Cleaning dock
The trade-offs
- Rotary shave isn't for everyone
- Slower than foil
Braun Electric Shaver with Power Case, Series 9 Pro 9477cc Wet & Dry
Premium foil shaver with cleaning station.
Why we like it
- Close comfortable shave
- Cleaning station
- Wet/dry
The trade-offs
- Very expensive
- Cleaning cartridges add cost
Wahl Lifeproof Lithium Ion Foil Shaver – Waterproof Rechargeable Electric Razor with Precision Trimmer for Men’s Beard Shaving, Trimming, & Grooming with Quick Charge – Model 7061-100
A rugged $40 foil shaver.
Why we like it
- Cheap
- Waterproof
- Simple design
The trade-offs
- Basic shave quality
- Loud
Full Metal Electric Foil Shaver for Men: 4 Floating Blades, IPX7 Waterproof Wet & Dry Mini Razor, 120-Min Runtime USB-C Rechargeable, Quiet Travel Groomer with LED Display & Travel Lock
Three-blade Panasonic for a cheaper close shave.
Why we like it
- Fast motor
- Wet/dry
- Great value
The trade-offs
- Not as close as Arc5
- Basic charging
Philips Norelco OneBlade Pro 360 Face + Body Electric Shaver, Beard Trimmer and Groomer, with 360 Blade Technology, 14-Length Precision Comb, Body Kit, Soft Pouch, Model QP6542/70
Trim, edge, and shave in a single tool.
Why we like it
- Great for beard shaping
- Rechargeable
- Universal blade
The trade-offs
- Not a true close shave
- Blades need replacement
After hundreds of hours of side-by-side testing, these are the electric shavers we would actually buy — a clear top pick, a value option, and an upgrade for buyers who want the best.
Our testing process for electric shavers
We survey the entire market, cross-reference expert reviews, and read thousands of owner comments before buying a single unit.
Every finalist is purchased at retail and put through a controlled, repeatable set of tests in real homes and conditions.
Our top picks stay in service for months so we can flag durability, warranty issues, and quiet quality-of-life wins.
Buying electric shavers: what to know
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.
Detailed buying-guide answers publish alongside our full picks.