The 11 Best Beard Trimmers for Men: Expert-Tested for Precision and Performance

Be it trimming, shaving, shaping or styling, the Braun Trimmer Series 9 leaves no stone unturned. Whether I was taming week-long growth, adding the finishing touches to a DIY fade, or tidying up my neckline, this versatile kit had all the attachments I needed. There are 11 in total, including six length guards and two detailers for achieving a tidy finish.

With 40 length settings ranging from 0.5mm up to 20mm with the longest guard attached, the Series 9 is excellent at tackling both short stubble and longer hair. The built-in length dial makes it simple to flick between trimming lengths, and the lock switch ensures that you don't accidentally switch to a shorter setting mid-trim. For especially thick areas, the AutoSense function adapts the power of the motor to beard density, ensuring it passes through thicker areas without pulling.

The charging stand also helps to keep your bathroom tidy. It's a handy place to store the trimmer between uses and ensure that it's always charged. Not that I had to charge it up during the testing period. With an impressive 180-minute run time, it was always primed and ready to use when I needed it.

Overall, the Braun Trimmer Series 9 was the most well-rounded trimmer I tested and the device I'd recommend to most people, regardless of their beard style, thickness or length.

If we were to find one fault, it'd be that it doesn't come with ear or nose hair attachments – nor is there a dedicated body hair comb. But that's my only gripe.

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As someone always looking for ways to save on clutter, the Philips OneBlade Pro 360 was nothing short of a grooming revelation. Essentially an electric shaver and beard trimmer in one, it combines the best of the two in one practical device.

It features a unique head similar to what you'd find on an electric shaver that flexes to hug the shape of your face, maxing out its manoeuvrability. I used this instead of a disposable razor to tidy up unruly neck and cheek hairs, and also to line up the edges of my beard.

The blades are replaceable, lasting for up to four months, according to Philips. This will either be a good or bad thing depending on your point of view. I like that the blades can be easily swapped out when they go dull, as opposed to being stuck with an expensive permanent trimmer head that's lost its cutting edge.

As for beard trimming, like other premium devices, the OneBlade Pro 360 features a built-in length adjuster. The max trimming length is 10mm, which might be too short for anyone with a long beard, but for me it was plenty. As were the 20 incremental length settings.

The other standout feature of this trimmer is the LED display on the front, which tells you the exact battery percentage. No other device I tested gives this level of detail, which, combined with the charging dock and 120-minute battery life, should never leave you high and dry with an unruly mane.

It's also nice and compact and comes with a travel case for taking it with you on the go. Given this, and the fact that it's essentially two devices in one, it wins the award of the best beard trimmer for travel.

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Here at Men's Health, we're big fans of the Manscaped Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra, ranking it top in our guide of the best pubic hair trimmers. So, when we caught wind of the brand's first beard trimmer, we had high hopes.

Described as a 'one stroke wonder', Manscaped claims that the Beard Hedger efficiently cuts through hair without the need to go over areas you've already trimmed. This pretty much holds true. I found it cut through my facial hair with ease, leaving a consistent result even after just the one stroke. Even when it didn't, another few strokes did the job.

What really stood out about the Beard Hedger is how straightforward it is to use. It has just one comb guard for trimming to different lengths up to 10mm, with 0.5mm increments, which you can easily adjust using the built-in zoom wheel. Otherwise, the bare razor head worked great for a close shave and for detailing.

When it's time to charge, a three-level LED indicator on the front lets you know when it's nearly out of juice. When it is, I could simply plug in a USB-C cable and it was fully charged again in just 60 minutes.

It doesn't come with a bunch of extra attachments for trimming your nose hair or, indeed, a shaver head, and if you want to cut your body hair then you'll need to invest in a separate tool, but for basic beard-related maintenance, I found it to be the most practical and no-nonsense trimmer on test.

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If precision is high up on your priority list, the Philips 9000 Prestige is the best I tested. That's thanks to the combination of a metal comb (which didn't bend like plastic alternatives) and a sharp, steel blade head that cut through thick hair with ease, leaving a neat and consistent finish.

Powering the precise trimming is a built-in length adjuster, which allowed me to effortlessly flick through different length settings without the need to swap between a bunch of comb attachments. Providing 30 length settings at just 0.2mm increments, from 0.4mm up to 10mm, it's the most detailed trimmer I tested.

For an even finish, the PowerAdapt sensor automatically adjusts the motor to maintain consistency and power when passing through hair of differing densities and lengths.

It's on the bulky side, which I found does make it less manoeuvrable than other, lighter trimmers in this list. But it nevertheless still feels well-built thanks to the stainless steel body and feels sturdy in-hand.

The King C Gillette Style Master is an affordable beard trimmer that performs just as well as pricey alternatives. With three interchangeable comb attachments, a 4D blade and a pivoting head, we were impressed with its versatility and overall cutting performance.

In terms of manoeuvrability, it's lightweight and feels comfortable and secure in your hand, which handy when shaving around your jawline, moustache and chin. Each charge provides 45 minutes of shaving time and it’s fully waterproof for easy cleaning.

The motor is plenty powerful for tackling stubble, but if you have particularly thick or long beard hair, we'd suggest investing in an alternative with more power and a larger cutting head with more length settings.

The Remington One is a multi-groomer as opposed to an out and out beard trimmer, doubling (or quintupling) up as a hair clipper, shaver, nose and ear trimmer, and body groomer. The One features Remington's most powerful motor, provides 60 minutes of run time off a single charge and comes, with attachments for all of the jobs just mentioned.

This trimmer will give you 14 trimming lengths, ranging from 0.5mm up to 25mm, and comes with a comb with a length adjuster for quickly flicking between settings.

In terms of performance, it carried out the job well and the cutting power was ok. If you're looking for a powerful device and a barber-worthy cutting experience, this isn't quite there, but for the sheer convenience of having five devices in one easy-to-use unit, the One represents good value.

I'd recommend this device for someone who's perhaps buying their first grooming tool. It's great at a lot, but falls short of 'master' status.

This Swiss Army Knife of beard trimmers comes with heaps of attachments, including a body hair comb, nose trimmer and head clipper comb, allowing you to easily keep on top of your grooming without having to invest in a load of separate tools. You can even buy a compatible electric toothbrush head, which is handy for keeping your bathroom clutter-free and for when you travel.

In terms of its performance on beards, the Panasonic ER-CKL2 Multishape boasts seriously sharp 45° Nano-polished blades made from high-quality Japanese stainless steel, which I found tackled everything from stubble to longer hairs with ease. Despite being on the larger side, I also liked how easy it was to manoeuvre across my beard and body hair, and found it provided a close, precise shave with zero irritation.

It may be basic, but the King C Gillette Beard Trimmer punches way above its price. It's a simplistic yet great all-rounder, covering all the essential bases for weekly beard maintenance, including three detachable combs and a sliding adjustment feature for seamlessly switching between length settings.

When I tested it, this trimmer delivered an end product that was consistent and clean. It doesn't come with any extra attachments, like a body hair guide, nose trimmer or shaver head, but for basic beard trimming on hair that's not overly thick, it's ideal – particularly considering the price.

The other downside is that this trimmer is not waterproof. The head itself is washable, as are the combs, but you can't use it in the shower or run the whole device under a tap.

The first thing I noticed about the WAHL Multigroomer when I unboxed it was its weight. It's heavy – by far the heaviest trimmer I tested. While that might not please everyone, the extra few grammes explain its impressively long battery life. According to WAHL, it can last for up to 360 minutes of run time from a single 60-minute charge. And, when you do run out of juice, one minute of quick charging will give you three minutes of continual use.

It also trimmed hair sufficiently well when I tested it. The actual blade isn't as wide as most other trimmers, which in theory should mean that it takes you longer to tend to your entire beard – though I didn't notice too much of a difference.

What's also good about the WAHL Multigroomer is that it comes with plenty of attachments. There are 11 in total, including a head for beard trimming, shaving, detailing, edging, long beards, short beards, stubble maintenance and total body grooming. It doesn't have a built-in length adjuster, though, so bear that in mind if you tend to trim on the fly.

This lightweight beard trimmer from BaByliss may seem modest, but it's surprisingly effective at both trimming beard hair and clean shaving, hence why we've also listed it in our round-up of the best electric shavers.

The 50º Japanese steel blade hugs the contours of your face well, resulting in a consistent end result when clean shaving. Like the Philips OneBlade, it's also dual-sided, so you can trim with in both forward and backward motions, eliminating the need to awkwardly angle the cutting face of the blade, like with single-sided trimmers.

Its slim body means there's no space here for a built-in length adjuster. Instead, it comes with three stubble combs and a short beard comb, providing you with four trimming lengths: 1mm, 2mm, 3mm and 5mm.

It might sound odd to say it, but the STAMEN ST–01 One trimmer feels almost nostalgic. It reminds me of a time when things were made with purpose. Built well and intended to last, it’s designed to do a specific task well, without any gimmicks or unnecessary extras that detract from its primary aim: trimming.

The shell and detachable comb of the ST–01 One are made from 100% recycled ABS plastic. A button at the base of the trimmer engages the steel blade at the top, and a small light flashes red to indicate when the two-hour run time is almost up. To alternate between cutting lengths, there’s a detachable comb guard, which can be set to five length increments ranging from 3mm up to 18mm. Without the guard attached, the blade trims at 0.5mm.

In terms of performance, it cuts through beard hair well and leaves an even finish. The motor feels powerful and gives off a strong buzz in your hand. It’s also weighty – which is a good thing considering its compact build, measuring just 5 inches in length. It does lack length increments, which some people, particularly those with shorter facial hair, might find limiting – the lowest comb guard setting starts at 3mm. Similarly, while the bare razor cuts through longer growth effectively, it won’t give you the same clean-shaven look that the Philips OneBlade 360 Pro can.

All in all, this is a stylish, well-built and sustainability-conscious beard trimmer that we’ve had a lot of enjoyment using.

At this stage, the cost is on the high end. With shipping, expect it to set you back roughly £125, which is worth factoring into your decision.