If you want to be the envy of facial hair enthusiasts everywhere, growing a beard is only half the battle. Once your facial hair goes beyond a certain length, it starts to get messy, and even the best beard-styling products will only get you so far before it’s time to bring out a good power tool (and we do love power tools.) Enter the beard trimmer. Using a good trimmer on the regular may be what some men need to keep their facial beasts under control. Depending on how fast their hair grows, others may want to use one between visits to a barber, maintaining style daily. If you are trying to develop a longer beard, you still need to trim the ends to ensure you keep the hairs strong and healthy, and it will even help them grow faster in some instances.
Either way, there is a wide range of options, from value-priced to expensive, from simple solutions to those with significant horsepower. Most include comb attachments to cut hairs to specific lengths, allowing for elaborate shaping and styling. Cordless models offer convenience with as much power as you should need. Below are some of our picks for the best beard trimmers on the market.
The Beard Club PT45 Beard and Hair Trimmer
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This mane manager offers three hours of run time per charge, a digital power indicator, and a powerful 7,000 RPM motor. A minimalistic charging stand with an LED display complements the clean, modern design. If you want a really cool and maybe unintended feature, the stand's under light is just bright enough to serve as a bathroom nightlight.
Schick Hydro 5 Beard Groomer
Most times in life, it’s best to follow the KISS principle: Keep It Simple Stupid. This Schick Groomer is a classic example of a simple, straightforward design. One end features a five-blade razor with seven “gel pools” to keep skin hydrated throughout each shave; it’s the same cartridge razor you’d use for a “regular” shave, anyway.
It also features a flip trimmer to get to hard-to-reach places and a guard bar to help stretch your skin and even out beard hairs for an even cut. Flip this razor around, and you’ll find a battery-powered trimmer that adjusts to three lengths for carefully sculpting and shaping your beard. $12 is a small price to pay for the best beard in the room. Grooming doesn't have to be complicated, and this trimmer proves it.
Wahl Lithium Ion+ Stainless Steel
Wahl is the brand your barber has used for years, so why not bring that expertise home? The new and improved Wahl Lithium-Ion+ Stainless Steel Trimmer is an excellent addition to your grooming routine; now, it also packs waterproof technology and 35% stronger stainless steel enhanced guide combs in the package.
The model also includes a 10-position adjustable T-Blade guide comb and a redesigned trimmer body with a smart-charge indicator. It also maintains a six-hour runtime and one-minute quick charge. Interchangeable heads make detailing a breeze.
Philips Norelco One Blade
The OneBlade Face+Body trims, edges, and shaves any length of hair, well…anywhere. The cutting blade comes with four stubble combs to allow precision grooming of your face and beard, leaving behind just the right amount of scruff. The body comb provides safe, precision trimming on your chest, underarms, groin, or anywhere else on your body you’d like to clean up. The unique safety blade means no need to worry about nicks or cuts.
Remington Virtually Indestructible Haircut and Beard Trimmer
Speaking of loving a good power tool, The Remington is like having a power tool for your bathroom. The heavy-duty black and gold construction can take a beating, and the mighty works drive a beast of a cutting machine. For precision, Remington’s Powercut blade system keeps blades aligned for a smooth, even cut, but the 15-piece kit includes just about anything else you’d need for the home barber shop, from length guide combs to a beard brush and styling comb. And honestly, shouldn’t the power tool in the bathroom match your DeWalt power tools in the garage?
King C. Gillette Beard Trimmer
Superman and Batman, Beer and Pizza, Chocolate and Peanut Butter, everyone loves a good team-up. This trimmer brings that team-up to your grooming routine. Easy to hold and easy to use, but what would we expect when the two giants of grooming would get together, King C. Gillette and Braun? It’s the pinnacle of American heritage and ingenuity combined with the paragon of German engineering.
This trimmer features three interchangeable combs to tackle any beard style or length. Cordless, the rechargeable battery goes 50 minutes without a charge. The trimmer also features long-lasting sharp blades for great grooming results and washable head and combs.
Meridian The Trimmer
OK, we know we’re supposed to be talking about beards here. Still, occasionally, a “beard” on another part of our bodies can get just a bit out of control, especially if we’ve been staying cooped up all winter and getting a bit lax in the manscaping department. It’s time to start putting the focus on summer and wearing no — um — fewer clothes.
Meridien’s Trimmer is entirely waterproof and can handle coarse, curly hairs without tugs or pulls, so say goodbye to a mess in the bathroom and do the manscaping in the shower. It features rust-resistant, hygienic, replaceable ceramic blade modules and extra-sensitive technology. Be sure to check out Meridian’s pH-balanced The Spray to fight odor and skin irritation.
Manscaped Lawn Mower 4.0
Speaking of below-the-neck trimmers, few in the game can stand up next to the Manscaped Lawn Mower 4.0. Manscaped has led the industry in the body trimming arena, and its products continue to improve. The Skin Safe technology comes in replaceable ceramic blades with 1-4 guards to adjust to your desired length.
It boasts an almost un-nickable shave and an LED light to help you get the hardest-to-see areas. While this is designed to be a body trimmer, it works just as well on your face; we would just recommend replacing the blade before you do. You know ... for hygiene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Caring for your beard trimmer is an important part of owning one, so it’ll last you as long as possible. Taking care of it involves two main aspects: cleaning and lubrication.
Cleaning
After each trim, use the included cleaning brush to remove any hair clippings from the blades and body of the trimmer. If your trimmer isn’t waterproof, wipe it down with a slightly damp cloth. If it is waterproof, then rinse it under running water (check the manual for specific instructions).
On a weekly basis, use a dedicated cleaning brush (like a toothbrush) dipped in warm soapy water to gently scrub the blades and attachment combs. Rinse your beard trimmer thoroughly and let everything air dry completely before reassembling and storing.
Lubrication
Once a monthly, apply a few drops of manufacturer-recommended oil (typically mineral oil) directly onto the blades while the trimmer is off. Consult your user manual for specific instructions on oiling, as some trimmers have designated oiling ports. Then wipe away any excess oil with a clean cloth.
Additional tips
- Store your trimmer properly by keeping it in a cool, dry place and away from direct sunlight and dust.
- Empty the hair collection chamber regularly.
- Don't submerge your trimmer in water unless specifically stated in the manual.
- Replace the blades when they become dull or damaged, which may be every 6 to 12 months, depending on usage.
There you go; the cold weather is starting to see the end of the road, and the warmer weather is starting to peek around the corner. The above list will help you stay looking sharp in every situation and keep your beard looking trimmed, neat, and touchable. All we can guarantee are results. We can't guarantee that your significant other won't run their fingers through your beard at random moments.
