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THE BETTER THINGS SHORTLIST

Best electric shavers

Five considered choices. What each does well, where it falls short and why it makes the list.

By Better Things Guide · Researched October 5, 2026

Research-based reviews

Our picks cover premium foil shaving, close foil shaving, rotary shaving and other useful approaches. Choose the option that fits your routine, rather than treating every product here as interchangeable.

Compare foil or rotary preference, skin comfort, replacement heads, cleaning systems, and charging.

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The five at a glance

RankProductBest fitKey features
01Braun Series 9 Pro 9477ccPremium foil shavingBraun Series 9 Pro; 9477cc
02Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV65-SClose foil shavingPanasonic Arc5; ES-LV65-S
03Philips Norelco Series 9000 S9987Rotary shavingPhilips Series 9000; S9987
04Braun Series 7 7071ccEveryday foil alternativeBraun Series 7; 7071cc
05Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 QP2834Trimming and edgingOneBlade 360; QP2834
01

Premium foil shaving

Electric shavers illustration; not a photograph of Braun Series 9 Pro 9477cc
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Braun Series 9 Pro 9477cc

Braun Series 9 Pro; 9477cc

Braun's flexible foil system is appealing for regular shaving and hair growing in different directions. ShaverCheck's hands-on review supports its comfortable, capable role, with the cleaning station adding convenience.

Why it ranks here: First for a refined everyday foil-shaving setup.

The tradeoff: Replacement cassettes and cleaning supplies add ongoing cost.

Based on published review evidence and product information.

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02

Close foil shaving

Electric shavers illustration; not a photograph of Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV65-S
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Panasonic Arc5 ES-LV65-S

Panasonic Arc5; ES-LV65-S

Panasonic's multi-blade head emphasizes close shaving with a powerful motor. ShaverCheck's review supports its performance for regular use, particularly when closeness matters more than a compact shaving head.

Why it ranks here: Second for closeness with a larger head.

The tradeoff: The large head takes practice around tight contours.

Based on published review evidence and product information.

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03

Rotary shaving

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Philips Norelco Series 9000 S9987

Philips Series 9000; S9987

Philips offers a rotary alternative for users who prefer circular movement and flexible heads. ShaverCheck's coverage supports considering its comfort and contouring rather than expecting the same technique as a foil razor.

Why it ranks here: Third for a distinct shaving preference.

The tradeoff: Rotary shaving requires a different technique and personal fit.

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04

Everyday foil alternative

Electric shavers illustration; not a photograph of Braun Series 7 7071cc
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Braun Series 7 7071cc

Braun Series 7; 7071cc

Braun's simpler foil platform retains a flexible everyday approach without all the Series 9 refinements. ShaverCheck's review makes it useful to compare when a current price favors a less expensive kit.

Why it ranks here: Fourth for an established everyday alternative.

The tradeoff: Performance and construction are less refined than the premium pick.

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05

Trimming and edging

Electric shavers illustration; not a photograph of Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 QP2834
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Philips Norelco OneBlade 360 QP2834

OneBlade 360; QP2834

Philips combines close trimming, edging and a compact head rather than replicating a conventional clean-shave foil system. It is useful for maintaining facial hair and switching between short styles.

Why it ranks here: Fifth because it performs a different grooming job.

The tradeoff: Not as close as a dedicated foil shave; blades need replacement.

Assessment based on published product information and specifications.

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CHOOSING YOUR FIT

Start with the
way you’ll use it.

Compare foil or rotary preference, skin comfort, replacement heads, cleaning systems, and charging.

Our ordering reflects the uses stated in this guide. Source publishers' tests are theirs; these are original research-based assessments, not claims of our own hands-on testing or a numerical review-score average.

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