13 best beard trimmers and hair clippers, tried and tested (2024)

Score: 94/100

A game-changer for your grooming routine, the Remington B5 boasts self-sharpening titanium blades to deliver a quick, clean shave – even for testers with longer, coarse hair.

Our testers were big fans of the Intuitive Zoom Wheel, which allows users to switch between hair lengths (0.4-18mm) with ease, while the reliable battery life and compact, travel-proof design made it a top pick for frequent travellers.

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Score: 92/100

Yet to be converted to an electric beard trimmer? The beginner-friendly Super Stubble by Babyliss provides a close, clean shave (one tester even compared the results to that of a “professional razor shave”), gliding smoothly across the skin without any nicks or cuts.

It’s cordless for maximum flexibility, and our panelists loved how easy it was to rinse and clean, too.

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Score: 88/100

Panasonic's wet and dry beard trimmer wowed the vast majority of our panel with an accurate shave, cutting through hair effortlessly to give them a tidy up in no time.

It didn’t just tackle beards either; everyone said it glided well across the contours of the body. It also comfortably tackled head hair. Overall, it proved easy to control, straightforward to use and quiet in action.

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Score: 83/100

Described as intuitive by our panel for its trim, shave and edge features, this device and its 16 attachment combs can cater to all beard styles and lengths. The grippy rubber handle made it easy to use even when wet, so you can bring your grooming routine into the shower if you’re short on time.

It mowed beard hair in just one stroke for the majority of our testers, who also praised its power. They appreciated its sleek, premium design, with one noting how easy it was to use on both their beard and neckline.

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Score: 83/100

With 58 cutting lengths to choose from, this tool will let you chop and change your style as often as you want. It got through hair quickly, leaving the majority of our testers delighted with the finished result.

It mastered trickier areas, such as under the chin, cutting hair precisely and effectively. Our testers enjoyed a comfortable trim too, with the blades remaining sharp throughout our testing.

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Philips Series 9000 Prestige Beard Trimmer

Score: 83/100

If blunt blades constantly get in the way of you achieving your desired beard, note that these claim to stay sharp for life.

Sure enough, our testers reported a precise finish, finding it particularly effective around the edges of their beards. Everyone agreed it gave them a good close shave and they didn't experience any discomfort.

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Score: 83/100

Cheap doesn’t always mean ineffective; this beard trimmer is currently reduced to under £30, yet it cut through hair in one motion for all our testers. Everyone found it easy to shave around the jawline, moustache and chin area, delivering a close shave.

Overall, it left almost everyone with their desired look, providing an accurate and comfortable groom. It was simple to use, but does only offer trimming lengths up to 5mm, so try another model if you prefer a longer beard. That said, our panellists were so impressed, they planned to keep it by their sink for future use.

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King C. Gilette Beard Trimmer, £24, 81/100

Braun Beard Trimmer 7, £54.99, 80/100

Wahl Stainless Steel Stubble & Beard Trimmer, £66, 78/100

Braun Series XT5 Beard Trimmer, £49.99, 76/100

Vo5 Beard Trimmer, £12.99, 71/100

Score: 95/100

Our winning hair clippers boast impressive versatility, with an adjustable taper lever that offers a range of cutting lengths, 12 comb attachments and a comprehensive styling kit – including barber comb, styling comb and scissors – for all your grooming needs.

Our testers said they achieved a precise, consistent cut with the easy-switch heads (no need for a second go-over, here) and appreciated the quick charge, long battery life and comfortable, cordless handle.

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Score: 94/100

This all-in-one hair clipper and beard trimmer impressed our testers so much that all agreed they’d keep it in their kit after the trial period. It was easy to control and comfortable to hold and left everyone with their desired look.

It cut hair in a single motion, making it easy for all our testers to create a fade cut and achieve their desired length. It handled hard-to-reach areas such as above the ears well and kept everyone irritation-free.

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Score: 92/100

This clipper doesn’t compromise on performance, with testers finding the device easy to operate and able to achieve a precise fade without snagging or dragging, while lithium-Ion technology delivers up to two hours of consistent, cordless power on a single charge.

It’s easy to clean and store, thanks to the compact travel case, and our panel particularly liked the clever colour-coded system, which made it simple to remember the right cutting lengths for different styles and users.

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Score: 91/100

No great cut has ever been achieved by blunt blades, which is where these self-sharpening ones come in handy. They worked as promised, without testers having to go over the same area more than once.

The LCD battery indicator was not only practical, but it also gave the device a luxe feel. All testers found it comfortable to hold and easy to control. It tackled nose and ear hair well for everyone and left the majority with their ideal haircut.

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Score: 90/100

These Japanese steel clippers never let our testers down when it came to delivering a precise cut, leaving all with their desired result. Everyone thought the clippers looked premium, as well as being comfortable to hold and straightforward to control.

All testers appreciated the tool's speed for getting the job done, and found it easy to reach the back of the head, too. The multiple included guides were simple to switch out, with testers finding the innovative adjustment wheel really useful and handy for keeping loose accessories to a minimum.

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Score: 89/100

Including every bit of kit you could need for a professional at-home cut, testers appreciated how neat this clipper was to store and were impressed with the quality of the attachments. Everyone found it easy to switch between them, allowing them to achieve a precise tidy-up.

They were also able to create the look they wanted, and found the device both powerful and accurate. One tester noted that the blades were so sharp, they didn’t experience any tugging, and others agreed it was pain-free to use.

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King C. Gilette Beard Trimmer, £24, 81/100

Braun Beard Trimmer 7, £54.99, 80/100

Wahl Stainless Steel Stubble & Beard Trimmer, £66, 78/100