The Best Electric Razors To Invest in for a Close Shave

The longer you leave it, the more stubborn your stubble will be. However, Panasonic’s powerful razor claims to be able to tackle everything from thick hair to dense beards with its razor-sharp blades, and F1-esque motor.

The majority of our testers agreed it was expert at handling longer stubble, providing a close, smooth shave for most. It was easy to control, and the device's power and high-quality finish got a thumbs up from all our testers, too.

All our testers were left satisfied with the close finish this premium razor gave. The pivoting head allows for better contact with the skin, while a built-in sensor adapts the power according to your beard density.

Our testers appreciated how soft and gentle it was while still giving smooth results – some even said it was like getting a wet shave. It was also easy to operate around the jawline and chin area, and worked well on longer hair. There’s also an automated cleaning unit that cleans, lubricates, dries and charges the razor, meaning it’s ready to use when you need it.

This sleek razor has a clear LCD screen that displays useful information, including battery level. There’s also wireless charging and a number of attachments designed to give a close shave, while sensors pick up on beard density and auto adjust the settings accordingly. The brand also has a scheme that lets you recycle the blades.

Its performance matches its impressive features, too. Testers were pleased with how well the high-tech razor handled longer stubble, particularly around the jawline and other tricky areas. Those with sensitive skin also appreciated the gentle shave it provided, which still managed to catch those tiny whiskers. Comfortable to hold and use, it’s also fully waterproof.

A perfect match for minimalists, this device comes with a handy travel pouch to help keep clutter to a minimum. It's easy to use, lightweight and also includes a convenient USB charging cable.

Our testers were happy with their finished shave and said it was easy to control, while also being comfortable to hold (thanks to its ergonomic grip).

If you don't like to rush, this device offers up to 90 minutes of shaving time and features an LED power meter, so you can easily keep track of battery life and charge level.

Our testers found it gentle to use and it tackled trickier areas around the moustache and chin with minimum fuss.

If you’d rather invest in a luxe razor, it doesn’t get better than this rotary option. Powered by AI, this intuitive device claims to adapt to your skin and hair to give you the ultimate customised shaving experience when linked to the brand’s app.

The shave itself left our testers’ skin smooth, with an impressive final look and feel. It did come up as ‘relatively loud’ in our lab test, but the majority of our panellists said it wasn't an issue for them.

Featuring a mode designed for sensitive skin, this sleek bit of kit delivered a gentle shave – and smooth skin – for all testers. Everyone was happy with their final look too, with most saying it tackled seven-day beard hair brilliantly.

Powerful, with a luxe feel, it was quiet to use, with one tester claiming it was ‘the best dry shave I've had with an electric razor.’ Impressive.

Featuring an antimicrobial head, this corded razor aims to reduce sensitivity and irritation. There are no fancy features or accessories – which is what you’d expect at this price – but testers appreciated how intuitive it was to use and clean.

The pop-up trimmer was precise, with testers loving how well it shaped the edges of their moustaches and sideburns. Skin was left looking clean and sleek after use, although it didn’t produce as close a shave as the more expensive models here.

The corded design is great for anyone who forgets to charge their devices but does limit its manoeuvrability. There is also a three-day stubble guard for those who prefer a bit of stubble.

With ‘lifeproof’ in the name, you’d expect this razor to be pretty indestructible, no matter how accident-prone you are. It’s designed to be able to survive all those bumps against your bathroom mirror and drops down the side of the sink, and our testers were impressed with its hardy, waterproof design.

The movable head provides a comfortable, close shave, while it also handles longer stubble well. Our testers appreciated the pop-up trimmer’s ability to shape moustaches and sideburns too, and you get an impressive 90-minute run time. It would make the ideal travel buddy, or a great gift for anyone entering the world of shaving.