Best Hair Clippers August 2026
Finding the right hair clipper can give you barbershop results at home. This guide helps you compare the top models on the market, looking at everything from battery life and cutting lengths to included accessories. Our independent ranking makes it easy to find the perfect clipper for your needs and budget.
Last updated: 14 August 2026
Philips Series 7000 MG7940/15 climbed 1 position
Philips Series 5000 HC5630 dropped 1 position
BaByliss Super X Metal E996E dropped 1 position
Hair Trimmers & Clippers: Top 5
1
Braun Series 9 BT9560
from £75.008 stores
from £75.00
8 stores
2
Philips Series 7000 MG7940/15
from £63.993 stores
1
from £63.99
3 stores
3
Philips Series 5000 HC5630
from £29.978 stores
1
from £29.97
8 stores
4
Wahl 8148-016 5 Star Magic Clip Cordless
from £63.002 stores
from £63.00
2 stores
5
BaByliss Super X Metal E996E
from £79.998 stores
1
from £79.99
8 stores
The Braun Series 9 BT9560 is a versatile multi-trimmer that excels with an impressive 180-minute battery life and 40 different length settings for ultimate precision. It is fully waterproof, allowing for wet and dry use, and comes with a convenient charging station.
Pros
Excellent battery life (180 minutes)
Most length settings in the list (40)
Fully waterproof for wet & dry use
Supports fast charging
Includes a charging station
Cons
Narrower cut width (32 mm)
Lacks user reviews for real-world feedback
The Philips Series 7000 is the ultimate all-in-one grooming tool, equipped to handle hair, beard, body, and even nose trimming. It offers convenient USB charging and features self-sharpening, oil-free blades for minimal maintenance, making it a great choice for travel.
Pros
Extremely versatile multi-grooming kit
Convenient charging via USB
Self-sharpening blades need no oiling
Waterproof for easy cleaning
Wide 41 mm cutting head
Cons
Shorter battery life than the Braun (120 min)
No standard wall charger included
The Philips Series 5000 is a straightforward and effective hair clipper with a wide cutting head and self-sharpening blades that don't require oiling. While it offers solid performance and easy cleaning, a user review noted a potential issue with the durability of the length-setting markings.
Pros
Good range of cutting lengths (0.5–28 mm)
Self-sharpening blades for low maintenance
Waterproof for easy rinsing
Wide 41 mm cut width
Cons
Shorter battery life (90 minutes)
A user reported numbers on the dial wear off
Heaviest model in the list (340 g)
From the professional-grade brand Wahl, the Magic Clip Cordless is a powerful clipper praised for its cutting ability on both head and beard. Its key feature is the flexibility to be used corded or cordless, ensuring you never run out of power mid-cut.
Pros
Can be used corded or cordless
Praised for excellent cutting performance
Professional brand trusted by barbers
Cons
Long charging time (2 hours)
Not waterproof, brush clean only
Fewer length settings than others (9)
The BaByliss Super X Metal boasts a premium feel and an impressive 180-minute battery life, complete with a digital display. However, user reviews are highly critical, citing significant issues with poor cutting performance and long-term reliability.
Pros
Long battery life (180 minutes)
Features a helpful battery level display
Supports fast charging
Cons
Very long charging time (3 hours)
Users report very poor cutting performance
Multiple reports of reliability issues
Compare specifications
| Type | Beard Trimmer, Hair Clippers | Beard Trimmer, Body Trimmer, Nose & Ear Trimmers, Hair Clippers, Eyebrows trimmer | Beard Trimmer, Body Trimmer, Hair Clippers | Beard Trimmer, Hair Clippers | Beard Trimmer, Body Trimmer, Hair Clippers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | For wet & dry use, Display, Water resistant, Supports fast charging, Lock-in length settings, Multitrimmer, Charge station, Waterproof, Hair comb included | For wet & dry use, Rubber grip, Charging via USB, Supports fast charging, Lock-in length settings, Multitrimmer, Waterproof, Precision cutting system, Self-sharpening blade, Oil-free maintenance | Rubber grip, Water resistant, Lock-in length settings, Waterproof, Self-sharpening blade, Hair comb included, Oil-free maintenance | Hair comb included | Battery level indicator, Display, Handle, Rubber grip, Supports fast charging, Lock-in length settings, Multitrimmer, With stand, Precision cutting system, Hair comb included, Removable blade |
| Battery operated | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
