The Best Electric Shavers to Clean Up Your Situation (2025)

When we’re talking top-of-the-line electric razors, we’re basically talking about the Braun Series 9. It’s the best electric shaver we’ve found on the market. That’s thanks to the perfect balance of features you actually need and want, plus the ability to cut through a few days of growth as easily as it does a five o’clock shadow. It has what the brand calls “AutoSense technology” that automatically detects your beard’s density and adjusts the razor’s power appropriately. We can confirm that these features make for a fast and effective shaving experience.

In addition to the shaving capability, which is the most important thing in a razor, this high-end tool has essential features like a long-lasting rechargeable battery (nearly an hour of run time), a fully waterproof design, and a five-in-one cleaning/charging station that, while bulky, is a dream to use—and keeps your razor clean and the blades sharp.

The general thought is that more blades equal more irritation, but Arc5 proves that wrong. Even with five blades, it’s ideal for sensitive skin because it delivers a close, smooth shave with hardly any irritation. You get around 70,000 cuts per minute (that’s a lot), and the pivoting head allows you to follow the curves and planes of your face and neck easily, with minimal need to go back over the same area twice. It also features technology that senses your beard density and adjusts the cutting power, so it’s never too harsh or light for your skin and whiskers.

The head itself is on the larger side, which may take some getting used to if you generally opt for a smaller razor, but we love it because it takes fewer strokes to get the same shave, which not only further helps reduce irritation but also helps cut down on shaving time. With the included cleaning/charging station to keep it clean, this razor will last for years without losing its power.

Much of the same tech that is packed into higher-priced Braun shavers makes an appearance down the product line. This Series 7 is the perfect mix to provide our favorite bang for your buck. There are three foil razors housed on the swiveling head, which allows for a close shave even with a few days of growth. The brand’s proprietary AutoSense technology makes another appearance here to automatically adjust cutting power.

As far as other features go, this has some good ones. The long-lasting battery holds up to 50 minutes of charge, so you get a few weeks of use from a single charge, depending on how long it takes you to shave. Since it’s also waterproof, you can shave in the shower if that’s your bag. It even comes with a handy cleaning/charging station.

The downside to this one versus the Series 9 comes down to efficiency and raw power. The Series 9 is better in both departments. But if you’re cutting regularly enough, or don’t have a ton of facial hair, you’d be dumb to pay more for the overpowered model. This is all you need.

At the risk of sounding hyperbolic, the OneBlade might be one of the best grooming tools ever created. It’s uniquely designed to look and feel just like a traditional razor, but it’s motorized and uses a special dual-sided cutting blade that lies flush against your skin (like a razor) but somehow is almost impossible to cut yourself with. You can use it to shave or trim (there are stubble guards included), so whether you’re into a clean shave or a perma-shadow, this tool will come in handy. It’s also a convenient detailer for facial hair, sideburns, necks, and just about anything else on your face.

In addition to it being waterproof and easy to clean (just run it under the tap), you can use it with or without shaving cream, which you can’t say about many other electric razors. Thanks to its small size, it’s easy to hold, making it an essential tool for anyone who wants to travel with an electric razor. The one downside is that you need to replace the blades more frequently than with other electric razors (about every four months). But that’s still less often than you should change a traditional razor, so it’s a win in our book.

If you want cheap, Braun is still your best bet. You’ll get some of the features of its higher-priced models, the industry-leading technology inside, and the superior blades and cutting power. This powerful shaver doesn’t have the fancy AutoSense technology, but it does have three blades housed on a flexible head that moves with the contours of your face and a powerful motor generating 18,000 cutting motions per minute.

With one charge, you get about 30 minutes of power. It’s also fully waterproof and features a pop-up trimmer for sideburns and facial hair. The most important thing, of course, is that Braun mechanism, those Braun guts. This shaver feels a lot like the more expensive ones. Again, if you’re shaving every day, this is all you need.

• Panasonic Arc5 Palm-Sized Electric Razor: Picture this—the exact same five-blade shaver head as the Arc5 we talked about above but in a casing that can literally fit in the palm of your hand. It has all the shaving power of the original version, but it’s about a third of the size. We’ve been using it as our travel razor and have found no difference in the shave it delivers compared with the original and no difference in power either. (We’ve had to charge it only twice in the three months we’ve had it, and that’s with frequent travel.) If space is a precious commodity in your carry-on, this version of the Arc5 is an essential travel tool.
• Philips Norelco Compact Shaver: Another small, travel-friendly razor, this one is much less expensive than the Arc5 above and features two rotary razor heads, so if you prefer a rotary razor, this one is a better choice for you. It’s slightly larger but shaped like a stick of deodorant, so it fits into your carry-on or gym bag without taking up much space at all. Performance-wise, it’s comparable to your typical rotary-head razor, though the two heads are spaced a little farther apart, so you may need to go over the same area a couple times to make sure you get enough shaving coverage.
• Mowbie Electric Razor: If you’re new to shaving, this is a great option for beginners. It’s an easy-to-use and -understand razor that is powerful enough to give a good, close shave but isn’t going to shred your skin, especially if you’re not used to the feel of an electric razor. There is an integrated LED light that is supposed to give skin benefits while you shave, which, we’ll be honest, feels more like a cool gimmick than something that’s completely necessary in your razor. However, even with that, the shave it gives is good for guys with thinner beards.
• Bevel Electric Shaver: This well-designed razor has many of the features you’ll find in more expensive models, like AutoSense technology that adapts to your beard thickness to give you a very close shave. The three blades are effective at slicing through thick facial hair and are flexible enough to effortlessly adapt to the contours of your face. Compared with some of the razors on this list, like the Braun Series 9 and the Panasonic Arc5, it may require that you go over some of the same spots multiple times, and it’s a little noisier, but overall the shaving experience and finished results are way better than what you’d expect for this price point.
• Manscaped the Chairman Pro: We’re fans of the Manscaped Lawnmower for our body-trimming needs, and this shaver feels similar in your hand (though it’s slightly bigger). There are four blades, including two SkinSafe blades that help protect your skin from nicks and cuts, that cut through beards effectively and quickly. If you’re into the stubble look, there are even two length combs that keep a bit of length to your facial hair, something that other electric razors don’t have, and allow you to use this to shave instead of a trimmer. We’re also fans of additional features like the LED spotlight (great for seeing under your chin) and the fact that it’s compatible with wireless charging pads.

We’re not going to say something is great unless it’s actually great. Every product in Esquire’s roundups is carefully curated by our grooming and e-commerce teams.

When it comes to grooming gadgets, you can rest assured that we’re hand-selecting products that we’ve personally tested, tried, and loved. Our grooming editor, Garrett Munce, along with the rest of the style team, has spent years shaving, trimming, and test-driving hundreds of electric shavers and other grooming gadgets, and we are confident that these are the best.

Every pick on this list (and our other lists) comes from these years of testing. We know that everyone’s skin is different, no two men are the same, and what works for you may not work for everyone else. But if you’re looking for advice from folks who care (possibly too much!) about this sort of stuff, this is the place to start.