The Best Balding Clippers for Men, Tested by a Doctor and Barbers

Your Look

Before deciding which balding clippers to get, you have to determine which look you want to don. Some of the best balding clippers are best for skin fades and buzz cuts while others are best for a perfectly bald head. Additionally, if you’re looking for a clipper for sharper crisp lines, there are options that will deliver best results.

Skin Sensitives

If you have any skin sensitivities, consider them before making a purchase. Some devices like the Braun Series 9 PRO+ Electric Shaver and BaBylissPRO Barberology GoldFX Shaver are great options for most skins sensitive to sharp clipper and trimmer blades. “Irritation, redness, or itching may occur, especially in people who have sensitive skin,” says Dr. Doshi. “It is best to try new products ahead of time and select grooming tools that suit certain skin demands.”

Regardless of known skin sensitivities, anyone can develop issues without proper hygiene. “It is critical to maintain hygiene both during and after the cutting procedure,” Dr. Dosh advised.

“Unsanitary instruments can house bacteria, resulting in skin diseases,” Dr. Doshi said. “Patients should clean and sterilize their clippers, trimmers, and scissors on a regular basis. Furthermore, wiping the clipped hair from the skin and instruments as soon as possible helps to avoid irritation and dangerous infections.

Corded vs. Cordless

There are pros and cons to both cord and cordless options. Corded balding slippers offer consistent power without ever needing a charge. However, the dangling cord can be limiting and inconvenient, especially on-the-go.

Cordless options have become far more popular over the years as better lithium ion battery technologies offer more consistent power for longer periods of time. Some balding clippers even offer quick charge features if you’re ever in a snag, and others can be used cordless or corded for added convenience. Cordless options are best for traveling.

Comfort

An often overlooked feature in purchasing balding clippers (or any clippers for that matter), is how the clippers feel in your hands. The ergonomic design, weight, shape, and size can all play a factor into whether your clipping, trimming, and shaving process goes smoothly or puts strain on your wrist or other joints.

Features

Some of the best balding clippers get right to the chase at being great at one thing—skin-close clipping. That’s fine for anyone with only one grooming problem to solve. Other clippers, however, offer more of an all-in-one package to tackle your balding look, thick beard, and other parts of your body. One important feature that comes in handy for most people is the adjustable taper lever. It isn’t available in all balding clippers, but offers a lot more flexibility for anyone interested in various lengths.