27 Best electric shaver 2023: Braun to Philips | British GQ

The best electric shavers can separate that fine line between a ruggedly handsome clean-shaven jaw and a patchy, razor-burned chin, and we’re sure you’d rather have the former than the latter. A bad razor is like owning a blunt knife in the kitchen, you’re only asking for a grooming disaster to strike, and investing in a top-spec device doesn’t have to be expensive or complex at all. In fact, the greatest electric shavers will be affordable, powerful and make your morning tidy-up routine less irritating on your skin and an absolute doddle. Whether you need a clean shave in time for work or you’re finally deciding that a weekly trip to the barber’s to tidy things up is getting more than a little too pricey these days, there are plenty of best beard trimmers to clean up your facial hair.

But before we begin, it’s worth getting some expert advice from someone who knows all about getting the right trim. Joe Mills, founder of Joe Mills Studio and GQ’s Barber of the Year, is perfectly placed to teach us all about the best ways to shave, clean and look after your chin without snags or hiccups.

If you’re after a simple trim, you’re free to check out our selection of best beard trimmers or even the best razors for a closer shave. And if you’re after the right beard oil or some advice on how to grow a beard, we’ve got you covered there as well. Otherwise, it’s time to dive into our top picks of the best electric shavers…

What’s the best electric shaver in 2023?

Philips Series 9000

£349.99

£224.99

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Wireless charging and super-sharp NanoTech blades help contribute to this Philips model’s wallet-busting price point. If you want all the bells and whistles in a formidable package though, this is one of the best options out there.

Best budget electric shaver: Philips OneBlade

Philips OneBlade

£59.99

£27.99

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The OneBlade might not cover all your grooming needs, but it’ll happily cover the basics without much of a fuss at all. A rechargeable trimmer with the tools to guide you through a smooth shave, it’s a great travel companion and a decent shout for your day-to-day stylings too.

Best electric shaver for sensitive skin: Panasonic ES-LS9A

The Panasonic ES-LS9A is one of the best electric shavers for sensitive skin, as it’s clever enough to automatically adjust its power according to the density of your beard. Combined with its powerful motor that provides an impressive 84,000 cutting motions per minute, it helps ensure that each shave is perfectly suited to your face. For more versatility, we recommend Panasonic’s Multishape has multiple heads that include a toothbrush, beard trimmer, hair clipper and nose hair trimmer.

GQ’s favourite electric shavers at a glance…

• Best premium electric shaver: Philips Series 9000 Prestige Edition, £349 £299 at amazon.co.uk
• Best overall electric shaver: Braun Series 9, £449 £244 at amazon.co.uk
• Best rotary electric shaver: Philips Series 5000, £199.99 £85 at amazon.co.uk
• Best foil electric shaver: Braun Series 5, £139.99 £69.99 at amazon.co.uk
• Best electric shaver for sensitive skin: Panasonic ES-LS9A, £499 £349 at amazon.co.uk
• Best budget electric shaver: Philips OneBlade, £59 £43 at amazon.co.uk
• Best travel electric shaver: Philips travel shaver, £18 at amazon.co.uk
• Best waterproof electric shaver: Wahl Aqua Blade 10-in-1, £104 £49 at amazon.co.uk
• Best multitool electric shaver: Panasonic Multishape, £119 £69 at amazon.co.uk

Are rotary or foil shavers better?

Rotary shavers are your traditional-looking trimmers with three pivoting heads that move in a circular motion that roll and flow with the contours of your jawline, meaning you can quickly zip around your face and keep stubble to a minimum without much fuss. The larger surface area makes it a little tougher to reach areas around your ears and under your nose, but you can cut through the rest of your facial fuzz in no time at all.