Best beard trimmer for a close shave

Beard trimmers have come a long way since the days of having a single function or use. There are plenty of beard trimmers and products that perform a myriad of functions. They can trim, edge, and clean shave a beard. So, what is the best beard trimmer for a close shave as well as trim and maintain?

If you are looking for a beard trimmer that also does a fantastic close shave you will have to look at the best all in one or multi-trimmers. The best pick for me was the Wahl Lithium Ion Multi-Groomer as it has robust quality manufacturing combined with excellent trimming and shaving results.

This is followed closely by the Braun MGK7020 10-in-1 which is like the swiss army knife of manscaping!

If you want a beard trimmer that has every trimming function you would ever need you’ll need to be prepared to wither spend a lot of manoy on one that that everything well or accept that there are trimmers that do everything well enough at a fair price.

When I started my beard growing journey I purchased an all in one trimmer and as I used or broke the functions that I used the most – that told me that I needed as trimmer to specifically do that function.

I suggest that you do the same during your beard growing and trimming journey.

Check out my top beard trimming advice in my other post – click here.

If you want a beard trimmer that also does a good close shave check out these top 3 products. We have looked over all of the features and reviews to make sure that they are a perfect match for you and your beard growing journey!

In a hurry? This is the winner:

Wahl Lithium Ion Multi-Groomer

Rating: 3.8 out of 5

This shaver is a fantastic option for people wanting a quality multi-trimmer. There are a whole range of adapters and trimmers that you can use to style your beard and face.

The fact that it comes with a small pouch is fantastic if you are someone who travels for work.

Even though the rating is lower there is a much smaller number of reviews. The feedback in the comments section speaks for itself when you want something that’s quality and versatile!

Table of all products

ProductURL
Conair 13-Piece Rechargeable All-In-One Beard TrimmerCheck price on Amazon
Braun MGK7020 10-in-1Check price on Amazon
Wahl Lithium Ion Multi-GroomerCheck price on Amazon

Product reviews

Conair 13-Piece Rechargeable All-In-One Beard & Mustache Trimmer Grooming System

Rating: 4.3 out of 5

This grooming kit comes with everything you need to trim and close shave your beard at an affordable price.

This kit comes with a multitude of adapters for trimming your hair, getting a close shave as well as trimming nose and ear hair. If you are looking for a simple all in one beard trimmer that provides a close shave you’d be silly not to check this one out!

Pros

+ Holds charge for up to one month

+ Use on other parts of the body works well

Cons

– Some of the attachments can be tricky to attach

– Hair can get trapped easily in the guide – but easy to remove with brush


Braun MGK7020 10-in-1

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

I love Braun shavers and have used a few in the past with great results. If you are looking for the best beard trimmer for a close shave then you need to take a look at this great all in one option!

It has every attachment that you could hope for! There are some really happy customers online and that is reflected in Bauns customer service!

Pros

+ Fully water proof

+ Multiple width shavers

+ Easy to change adapters

Cons

– learning curve to get used to the shaver

– hair get trapped in the shaver easily


Wahl Lithium Ion Multi-Groomer

Rating: 3.8 out of 5

This shaver is a fantastic option for people wanting a quality multi-trimmer. There are a whole range of adapters and trimmers that you can use to style your beard and face.

The fact that it comes with a small pouch is fantastic if you are someone who travels for work.

Even though the rating is lower there is a much smaller number of reviews. The feedback in the comments section speaks for itself when you want something that’s quality and versatile!

Pros

+ Perfect for travelling

+ Excellent battery life

+ Quality construction

Cons

– Plastic guides may break


Getting a close shave with foils

The reason that electric shavers get a bad raps is that they are said to not result in a CLOSE shave!

You may have tried using an electric razor in the past and perhaps it didn’t really achieve the sort of shave that you were after!

Here are some simple tips that’ll help you get a close shave with an electric razor:

1. Your pre-shave routine is very important

It surprisingly simple to get a great shave if you take some very simple steps before you start shaving with an electric razor.

To get the most from your shave you need to have sure that your face is free from dirt and excess oil. I

t’s wise to use a pre-shave (alcohol-based) product on your skin to make sure that the razor can do the best job possible.

To keep skin irritation to a minimum a lot of the products are formulated with vitamin e. If you find that razor skill causes a lot of irritation you may want to buy some cream that contains vitamin e and use it 30 minutes before shaving with a foil razor!

2. Use shaving cream

When you wet shave it is common to use a good slathering of shaving cream!

This makes sure that your face is well hydrated and provides a smooth surface for the blade to glide over.

For foil and electric shaving you may want to add a very small amount to the skin before shaving.

Do not use too much because it can clog the foils but a very small amount will work well!

3. Use an electric pre-shave lotion

I’d never heard of pre-shave lotion until I had used it! But let me tell you! I won’t look back!

Follow the instructions on the back of whatever shave lotion that you use and you’ll be in a much better position than if you went into it dry!

Click here for a list of the most popular electric pre-shave lotions

4. Clean and lubricate your razor

One the the things that I really dont want to do after a shave it clean up!

But taking a moment to properly clean and oil your razor will not only help keep the trimmer in tip top form – your shave will be better too!

The secret product is the shaver saver – if your trimmer and shaver doesn’t have an auto cleaning station it’ll dramatically improve the efficacy of your trimmer and foil attachment.

Taking a moment to:

  • Brush out any hair trapped on/in the razor
  • Add two drops of oil and turn the razor on for a 5 seconds
  • Spray with a little bit of shaver saver on your trimmer

This process will help keep your trimmer clean and lubricated so you can get the best shave possible!

5. Replace dull blades

The blades on your foil shaver will have to be replaced every year or so!

It makes sence that as you use a shaver the metal and blades wear down slowly.

So get in contact with the manufacturer and make sure that you can get genuine replacement parts before you buy a trimmer and razor combo.

The Author


Andy Stapleton

Andy is a writer and YouTuber with a PhD in science. He has written and/or produced videos for Science Alert, COSMOS magazine, and Australia's Science Channel among others. He is an avid beard grower and after many years of growing and trialling different beard styles, he started this blog to share the tips, tricks, and science that he has learned along the way!