Wahl Chrome Pro Deluxe

The Wahl Chrome Pro Deluxe gets high ratings from experts and users alike, who say that it offers enough versatility to produce professional-looking haircuts at home. The motor isn't as powerful as the one found in professional-grade hair clippers, such as the Oster Classic 76 (*Est. $140), but is still powerful enough to handle the needs of a typical family. The Chrome Pro Deluxe comes with several attachments and accessories, including 12 guide combs in various sizes, scissors, a cape, a battery-powered trimmer for cleaning up hair lines and sideburns, and multiple combs and brushes.

Most users appreciate the variety, although many insist that they use only two or three of the attachments. On the other hand, several point out that the cape is too flimsy to be of any use -- a garbage bag works better, according to one user. The Chrome Pro Deluxe has an adjustable blade that pivots up or down for tapering and fading work. The high-carbon steel blades are self-sharpening and never need to be replaced, according to manufacturers. Users report that the hair clipper is easy to use, but some say that it's on the heavy side and may be too large for those with small hands or poor dexterity. If you prefer a compact hair clipper for cutting your own hair, reviewers recommend the Philips Norelco Headgroom Do-It-Yourself Hair Clipper (*Est. $40).

We turned to user reviews at Amazon.com and Walmart.com, where comments abound for the Wahl Chrome Pro Deluxe. Users at both sites echo the findings of experts at Galt-Tech.com and HairClippersProfessional.net.