The Best Cordless Hair Clippers for Men, Tested by Professional Barbers

There are a number of features to consider before choosing your next cordless hair clippers. While price point is always a factor when making any purchase, it’s important to understand what you’re getting out of a budget pick versus one that professional barbers use everyday.

Battery Life

Daniel Chulpayev told Men’s Health the first thing he looks for in cordless hair clippers is the battery life. “It's nice to not have to charge it consistently,” which is one of the main reasons why he prefers the BaBylissPRO GoldFX with a 2-hour runtime.

Kurtz also agrees, and said, “It’s important to have a clipper that will last.” It’s not just the runtime, however. She also stressed the benefit of lithium ion battery type over others due to their consistent and continuous power.

Taper Lever

Another feature that Kurtz looks for is an adjustable taper lever. “It allows for granularity and flexibility,” which is one of the reasons she recommends the Magic Clip Hair Clipper.

Motor Type

The motor type and revolutions per minute (or strokes per minute) are also important to look for. Rotary motors are best for most users.

Other features based on personal preferences are the number of guards and attachments; if the hair clippers operate while corded as well; and if the tool is water resistant for use in the shower or cleaning. You may want to consider the size and weight of the hair clippers based on your comfort preferences and if you plan to travel with the tool.

Power

Many budget options are equipped with the bells and whistles of many attachments and are water resistant. But where they often fall short is where it matters most—high power that won’t taper off as the battery life depletes.