The 8 Best Beard Trimmers for Men in 2025: Tested & Reviewed
Styling and trimming your facial hair needn't wait until your monthly trip to the barbers. Armed with the best beard trimmer to match your beard style and budget, it's perfectly straightforward – not to mention cost-effective – to unleash the true potential of your bristles at home.
But given the digital grooming aisles are now awash with all-manner of devices laying claim to being the best beard trimmer for men, it's never been more important to separate the duds from the dandies.
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As Men’s Health’s resident gear tester, I gave up jurisdiction over my facial hair in the name of research, subjecting it over the course of three months to all manner of beard trimmers from across the internet. A handful of winners were found, while others I’d have been better off avoiding. All were nonetheless thoroughly tried and tested by yours truly in a quest to find the trimmers that truly deliver on performance and practicality.
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During my research, I came across plenty of jargon, from ‘surgical-grade steel’ and ‘ultimate precision’ to ‘RPM’ and ‘IPX’. Having spent time getting to grips with each trimmer, I've decoded and assessed each manufacturer’s claims, reporting my findings below. Whether you're looking to tidy up your neck line, trim your moustache or pull off the coveted beard fade, these are the best beard trimmers for men in 2025.
The Best Beard Trimmers 2025: Verdict
After thorough testing, the versatile Braun Series 9 emerged as my overall winner for most people. The built-in length dial lets you effortlessly adjust between the 40 precision trimming lengths, while the three hour battery life, charging stand, extra comb attachments and detailers seal off what is, in my opinion, the most well-rounded and complete pick for all beard types.
For sheer simplicity, the Manscaped Beard Hedger also deserves a nod. Also featuring a built-in length adjuster for quick and effortless beard styling, it comes with just the one detachable comb for the ultimate no-nonsense, minimal faff trim. The USB-C charging port also earns the Beard Hedger top marks for practicality.
If your beard styling needs are modest – or you want a beard trimmer that doubles up as an electric shaver – the Philips OneBlade Pro 360 delivers a super close shave (as far as beard trimmers go), while also featuring a detachable wheel comb that gives you 14 incremental trimming lengths. Excellent for packing in an overnight bag, the battery life percentage display is also a boon.
How I Tested the Best Beard Trimmers
When testing beard trimmers, I tasked each device with executing my go-to weekly beard trimming routine. Seeking a tapered look, I typically trim all over with a 4mm guard before incrementally shortening the length around my jaw and up my cheeks, before finally blending it into my sideburns. For my moustache area, I tend to go for a 3mm trim all over, opting for a closer shave between my mouth and chin. I then line-up the neckline and cheeks, close shaving everywhere else.
I’m someone who has fine, straight hair, but quite a lot of it. Most of the time I also opt for a stubble look. So, while my facial hair isn’t as long as some, it still grows pretty thick around my jaw and under my chin when it give it time to establish. How well the beard trimmer cut through my facial hair was therefore my main criterion, as well as the overall look of the end result.
I also considered practicality. Most of us don’t have hours in the morning to meticulously style our facial hair. Ease-of-use was therefore high up on my list of requirements, so I rewarded trimmers with built-in length adjusters as opposed to a collection of clip-on guards. As was battery life and how easy it was to tell when each trimmer needed recharging. Quick-charge functions also earned extra points.
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Trimmer Series 9
When it comes to trimming, shaving, shaping and styling, the Braun Trimmer Series 9 left no stone unturned. Whether I was taming an unruly mane, adding the finishing touches to a DIY fade, or tidying up my neck hair, this versatile kit had all the attachments I could have possibly needed. There are 11 in total, including six length guards and two detailers for achieving a tidy and precise finish.
Offering 40 length settings ranging from 0.5mm up to 20mm with the longest guard attaches, the Series 9 aced my tests when it came to tackling different beard styles and lengths. I also found it effortlessly simple to flick between trimming lengths thanks to the built-in length dial.
The addition of a charging stand also helped to keep everything tidy on my bathroom shelf and ensured I never ran out of juice. Not that I did during the testing period. With an impressive 180-minute run time and the charging dock included, it was always primed and ready to use when I needed it.
Another useful feature is the lock button on the front of the trimmer, which stops it from turning on unexpectedly when its stashed in your wash bag. The only qualm I have is that there's no comb attachment for trimming body or nose hair. Then again, the Series 9 is technically a beard trimmer, not all-in-one groomer.
Overall, it's the most well-rounded trimmer I tested and the device I'd recommend to most people, regardless of beard style or length.
The Beard Hedger
Here at Men's Health, we're big fans of the Manscaped Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra, ranking it top in our guide on the best body hair and 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', the Beard Hedger, Manscaped claims, efficiently cuts through hair without the need to go over areas you've already trimmed. This claim pretty much holds true. I found it cut through my facial hair with ease, leaving a consistent result even after just the one stroke. And 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(ish) 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.
OneBlade Pro 360
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 POV. 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 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 device in one, it wins the award of the best beard trimmer for travel.
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Series 9000
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, its 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 easy manoeuvrable than other, lighter trimmers in this list. But it nevertheless still feels well-built thanks to the stainless steel body and sturdy in-hand.
One Multi-Groomer
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, along 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 of 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.
ER-CKL2 Multishape
This Swiss Army Knife of beard trimmers comes with heaps of attachments, including a body hair, 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.
Beard Trimmer
The King C Gillette Beard Trimmer may be basic, but it 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 to this trimmer is that it's not waterproof. The head itself is washable, as are the combs, but don't make the mistake of thinking you can use it in the shower.
Multigroomer
The first thing I noticed about the WAHL Multigroomer when I unboxed it is its weight. It's heavy – by far the heaviest trimmer I tested. While that might not please everyone, the extra few grammes explains 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's 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 bare that in mind if you tend to trim on the fly.
What to Look For When Buying a Beard Trimmer
During the testing process, I noticed a few key features that are worth keeping an eye out for. From battery life to extra attachments, these attributes will help make looking after your beard that much easier.
Manoeuvrability
One of the key considerations to make when shopping for a beard trimmer is manoeuvrability. Beard trimmers vary in size and durability, so it's practical to opt for smaller, lighter-weight beard trimmers for both speed and accuracy.’
Adjustable Lengths
Adjustable blade heads also help to quickly achieve a tidy blend across your beard and helps to customise your facial hair to your desired length and style.
Most trimmers come with attachable combs that can range between anything from 0.2mm to 30mm; others have adjustable combs built in that you can switch up with a wheel or a touchscreen. If you're someone who doesn't like fiddling between different combs and attachments, go for the former. For a wider variety of length settings, opt for the latter.
Blade
The quality of your beard trimmer's blades is crucial for a precise and comfortable experience. Not only do stainless steel blades provide the best sharpness, they also tend to remain sharp for longer.
Battery Life
If you regularly spend time perfecting your beard, or you simply have a lot of hair to maintain, then you’ll want a long battery life to keep up with your intricate routine. The devices featured below will last anywhere between 50 minutes and three hours, which should keep you going over multiple shaves.
Maintenance and Cleaning
Look for a trimmer that's easy to clean and maintain. Some models come with detachable heads that can be rinsed under water for quick and effortless cleaning. It's also common to get a small brush when you buy a beard trimmer, which you can use to clean the inside.
Additional Features
Some trimmers will come with additional extras to make your shaving experience easier. Whether it’s precision blades, travel and storage cases, or even beard oil, check out what else is on offer when you buy to get the most out of your bundle.
How Often Should You Trim Your Beard?
According to Ruffians barber Craig Meggs, it's easiest to maintain your beard when you trim it regularly. ‘Every three days should be fine,' he says. 'The more frequently you maintain it, the less time you will spend on it in the long run. If left too long between trimming, the shape will disappear and it will take longer to achieve the desired result.’
Can You Use a Beard Trimmer in the Shower?
Most beard trimmers and multi-groomers are waterproof, offering the convenience of using them in the shower for a hassle-free clean-up. It's also said that the heat from a shower can help to soften your hair and open up your pores for a closer and more gentle shave.
Cutting dry will undoubtedly give you the most control, but if a waterproof trimmer is something that you're looking for, even if it's just for easy cleaning, we've included details of each trimmer's water-resistance rating in our full reviews.
How to Trim Your Beard With a Beard Trimmer
We have a full guide detailing the eight steps to follow when trimming your beard, but here's a quick breakdown of the key things worth doing:
Wash – It's always worth washing your beard before you go in with a trimmer. A standard daily face wash that suits your skin type will do the job. Alternatively, a dedicated beard wash can help to soften the hair before trimming, making it easier to cut.
Brush – This step helps to prepare your beard. Make sure to gently untangle any knots.
Trim the flyaways – Once you've brushed, you may notice loose hairs sticking out your beard. Attach a longer guard than you're ultimately aiming for and trim them away, leaving a consistent length all over.
Trim your beard – Now the main event. Begin by choosing a guard, then hold your trimmer at a 90 degree angle to your face and gently and steadily move the trimmer down your face in a straight line, always moving with the direction the hair grows. Work your way around the entire beard utill it’s all one uniform length.
Define the lines – Using your trimmer without a guard, etch a line that connects the top of your Adam’s apple to the corners of your jaw or your ears on both sides. Trim away the hair left below that line and, using a razor, shave any remaining stubble.
Trim your moustache – Using the same guard as your beard, go over your moustache, again moving with the direction it grows. Then comb and trim any overhang with a pair of scissors.
Style – Apply a beard oil and pat your beard into the desired shape (if long enough).
Final touch ups – Take a moment to go over your handiwork and trim away any remaining flyaways or go over any areas that look lopsided.
Once you've mastered the standard trim, consider graduating to a beard fade, using these five simple steps.
Can You Take a Beard Trimmer on a Plane?
Yes, you can carry a beard trimmer in your hand luggage. The UK government has published a list of electronic items that you can board a plane with and electric shavers (which includes beard trimmers, body groomers, head shavers, nose trimers) are included in the list.
While electric shavers are permitted, you can't carry double-edged razors or razor blades on flights as hand luggage. However, you can carry safety razors.
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