Are you looking for the smoothest shave possible or just trying to keep your beard from getting overgrown? Perhaps you want to buy an electric shaver for someone as a gift? No matter what your need, there are scores of options available in a variety of price ranges for men seeking to keep their facial hair under control. So lather up that electric shaver.
Choosing a Shaver
There are three main styles of electric shavers to choose from: single, double and triple-headed. Additionally, there are two kinds of heads: foil and rotating.
Features
* '''Accessories'''
** '''Beard Trimmers and Style Attachments''': The more additions, the more costly the unit becomes. Only pay more for these features if they are something that you will really use.
** '''Travel Cases''': Only necessary if you travel often with your shaver.
* '''Ergonomics and Aesthetics'''
** How does it feel in your hand? Will it be easy to use?
** Do the heads flex so that they can curve over the contours of your face?
** Will the unit look nice on your sink or will it stick out like a sore thumb?
** Does the shaver appear to have a good weight and sturdy construction? If you drop it will it hold up?
* '''Power Supply'''
**Cordless models are convenient when shaving because you have more mobility. Nonetheless, you'll have to make sure that the shaver stays fully charged to get the optimum power from it.
** Keep in mind how long it will take to fully charge the unit.
** Look for models with a quick charge feature. In five minutes, you can power up your shaver to get in a shave when you are pressed for time and the battery is dead.
** Corded shavers are sometimes a nuisance because the cord gets in the way. However, you can always be assured that the unit will work at full-throttle.
** Does the unit or the base station have a low battery/charging/fully charged indicator?
** Does the package include a multi-plug set for use in other countries?
* '''Wet/Dry Option'''
** Can it be used in the shower? Most models claim to be wet/dry machines, but often the wet feature doesn't give any better results than the dry feature.
** Can it be fully submerged for cleaning?
** Does the unit provide a lotion dispenser? This can actually clog the apparatus and make it harder to clean.
* '''Upkeep'''
** Is the unit easy to clean?
** How often will you have to replace the heads?
** What will the heads and blades cost to replace?
Stellar Shavers
Below you'll find some of the topshavers'>ConsumerSearch.com and About.com, so check them out and see which one is best for you.
