Men's Electric Shavers: Reviews

Although it's expensive, reviewers say the Braun Series 7 760cc foil shaver is the best men's electric shaver on the market and is about as close as you'll get to a blade shave. Owners say they like this shaver's… expandclean-and-charge base as well as its pulsation feature, which generates 10,000 vibrations per stroke and lifts flat hairs to obtain a closer shave. In tests, the Braun Series 7 is also a bit quieter than other models. Braun offers a 30-day, money-back trial and a two-year warranty. collapse

Though foil shavers (including the Braun Series 7 760cc) generally are preferred overall, rotary shavers deal with longer hairs well and are sometimes preferred over foil shavers by men who shave less frequently. Reviews… expandof the Philips Norelco 8240XL are mainly positive; owners and experts commend its quiet operation. It produces a close shave quickly and navigates the contours of the face and neck with ease. This model doesn't have many bells and whistles, such as a battery indicator display or cleaning station. Owners say they appreciate the simplicity because it also means the shaver costs significantly less than many electric shavers. The Philips Norelco 8240XL is also easy to clean with a thorough rinse under running water. It is backed by a 45-day money-back guarantee and a two-year warranty. collapse

Although Braun dry foil shavers receive better reviews overall, experts and owners say the Panasonic Vortex ES8109S is your best choice in a wet/dry shaver (one that is used with shaving cream or lotion, as well as in the… expandshower). Like other midrange shavers, the Panasonic ES8109S comes with a clean-and-charge base and pop-up trimmer. Cleaning cartridge refills (*Est. $4 each) add to the cost over time, but they are slightly less expensive than similar Braun refills (*Est. $5 each). The Panasonic Vortex ES8109S is loud, but it works quickly, and many owners prefer the convex foil to the Braun Series 7's straight, flexible foil for navigating facial contours. Panasonic offers a 30-day, money-back guarantee and a one-year warranty. collapse

Owners say the Braun MobileShave M-90, formerly known as the PocketGo P-70, is ideal for travel or midday touch ups at the office or gym. This compact foil shaver operates on two AA batteries, which eliminates potential… expandinternational-travel hassles with outlets and voltage. A twist-open cap serves double duty as an extension to the handle for a more comfortable grasp; when not in use, it protects the foil. There are a few owners who say the MobileShave M-90 doesn't provide a close enough shave, but an equal number say it works so well they use it as their primary home shaver. The majority of users praise its functionality, convenience and low price. collapse