The 8 Best Electric Razors to Upgrade Your Shaving Routine

This waterproof electric shaver has five rotating heads and a handle that seamlessly fits in the palm of your hand, making hair removal in or out of the shower easy and comfortable. The device also fully powers up in five hours flat and lasts up to a month on a single charge.

• Best for: a close shave

Customer review: “Super easy to use, fits in your hand well, and really quick. Totally recommend.” —Terene

Whether you decide to use this ergonomic shaver wet or dry, it’s easy to remove unwanted hair from your legs, underarms, and bikini area in minutes. Its comfortable handle has an antislip grip that comes in handy when shaving in the shower. Plus, the razor’s floating foil makes it a breeze to glide over your body’s curves and contours. The tool also nicely comes with a few helpful accessories, like exfoliation gloves to help prevent ingrown hairs from popping up and a safety cap for the back trimmer.

• Best for: hard-to-shave areas, curves

Customer review: “Say goodbye to the scratchy shave from an electric shaver. You can shave up, down, left, right, circles, any old direction you choose without irritation. The pearl tips just glide over your skin. I shaved my most delicate areas without any pinching, scratching, or cuts. Highly recommend to all you sensitive-skinned ladies out there. 100 stars!!” —Anonymous

If you’re looking for a no-frills electric razor, add this one from the experts at Meridian to your shopping cart. “I’ve used this best-selling wet or dry trimmer for months, and it’s quickly become one of my tried-and-true favorites,” beauty commerce editor Tiffany Dodson Davis says of the popular tool. “The device is extremely easy to use, with or without the included trimmer guards, and uses a set of ceramic blades that minimize nicks and pulls.”

Plus, the trimmer even features a travel lock to prevent it from buzzing in your carry-on if you decide to take it with you on vacation. And if you prefer using a smaller shaving head, we suggest trying out the brand’s recently released Slimmer Trimmer.

• Best for: a full-body shave

Customer review: “I have been so nervous about trying to tame down there for ages, and this finally made me feel comfortable enough to start! It’s great for both trimming hair I don’t want to shave and as a pre-shave step to make shaving so much easier.” —Claire

If you’re sensitive to loud noise, look no further than this coveted and quiet tool. The shaver features three blades that make it a no-brainer to trim hair on your arms, legs, back, and bikini line. It also uses a built-in LED light that illuminates any lingering stray hairs in hard-to-reach areas.

• Best for: illuminating hard-to-see areas

Customer review: “This shaver gave me such a perfect close shave! I used to get a Brazilian wax, but it became too expensive. Straight razor was terrifying and had razor burns and ingrown hairs. I chose this one to try. So glad I did.” —K. Cappello

With nearly a five-star rating on Amazon, this popular cordless trimmer is clearly a hit among beauty enthusiasts. It features razor-thin stainless-steel blades with rounded tips that make it simple to maneuver around sensitive and hard-to-reach areas. The tool also quickly rinses clean under running water for easy cleanup.

• Best for: precise trims, touch-ups, legs, armpits

Customer review: “Never used an electric razor before. Worked great and easy to use. Great for the bikini line for summer.” —Julia

This body razor uses 18-karat-gold-plated heads to get rid of unwanted hair without assistance from soap, water, or lotion. Its ergonomic design makes it an excellent choice for both quick touch-ups and more in-depth removal.

• Best for: legs, arms

Customer review: “I’ve tried all of their products, and I’ve had a love/hate relationship with most of them, but this one is their best one yet!!! I was upset because the new leg and the new underarm shavers are no good, but this one does it all!!! Cuts all hair types down to a super smooth shave!!” —Anonymous

Here’s a small but mighty electric razor you can stash in your purse to get rid of any lingering peach fuzz. The handy device also includes a smart light to help you easily target your chin, upper lip, and more.

• Best for: facial hair

Customer review: “The best part? You can use it on the go. It’s discreet, so now I can take care of my rogue ’stache in the car before a meeting, and no one will ever know. Plus, it doesn’t hurt at all.” —M.B.

Counter-worthy aesthetics aside, Olov’s popular trimmer is simple, in the best sense, and a solid choice for any shaver. The rechargeable tool includes two blade guards, an epilator-style head for facial-hair removal, and a cleaning brush to dust hairs away from the ceramic blade when you’re done.

• Best for: bikini line or face

Customer review: “Just got this thing and I couldn’t be happier! The blades are incredibly sharp, and the cut is smooth and precise, with no pulling or irritation.” —Chaco

Here’s a top-rated favorite with a dual-sided trimmer from Remington that makes it a breeze to remove unwanted body hair. Its four blades are hypoallergenic and waterproof, and can be used with or without shaving gel depending on your preference.

• Best for: legs

Customer review: “Gives a surprisingly close shave. Definitely not like a razor, but in a jam this works amazingly. Close enough and no water/soap needed.” —Dustin L.