You can independently choose and buy a clipper that will fully meet your requirements in the full catalog. Well, below we will talk about what is important to pay attention to when choosing a device.

Despite the apparent simplicity, choosing a machine is sometimes very difficult. When buying, you should pay attention to many nuances: the purpose of the model, functionality, the number of nozzles, the material from which the blades are made and the power source. Each of these parameters is of practical importance. They will be discussed further.

A modern hair clipper can replace a razor

Purpose of the machine

First you need to decide in which mode you plan to use the machine. So, in order to tidy up the beard from time to time, a special machine of this type is quite enough. They are distinguished by narrow blades, and with the help of nozzles they allow you to adjust the required length of the beard and give it the desired shape. Like a light three-day stubble — 5 minutes near the mirror will replace a regular visit to the stylist.

Also on the market are special trimmers for cutting hair in the ears and nose — excellent devices that allow you to easily and simply solve a problem that is sometimes not very convenient to ask others. They have a vertical design and a special cylinder-shaped nozzle, which eliminates the possibility of skin damage. Completely safe to use and do not cause discomfort during the procedure.

Many manufacturers prefer universal solutions, with which you can model your hair, and take care of your beard, and eliminate hair in the nose and ears. All this is done with the help of convenient removable nozzles, which eliminates the need to buy several different devices. It is on these that you should dwell in more detail if you are choosing a machine for yourself, and not for working in a hairdressing salon.

Cutting length adjustment and additional attachments

Usually, most of the models are equipped with a special length regulator — a small handle with which you can change the length of the cut hair. From “less than 1 cm”, which corresponds to the classic bob cut, to “more than 4 cm”. This gives the user room to experiment with the look. The number of stipulated positions can be different: from 2-4 to 10 or more.

The universal models also include
special attachments for beard care and hair removal in the ears and nose

Different models also have a different set of nozzles. Professional devices, usually, cannot boast of numerous them — 1-2, less, which is due to their narrow focus. But solutions intended for domestic use often have more than 5 nozzles in stock, including trimmers of various widths. Narrow trimmers provide the possibility of detailed edging or derivation of various patterns. Wide ones allow you to avoid the “ladder effect”, which many novice hairdressers sin.

What are blades

Machines can be with stainless steel or ceramic blades. The latter do not heat up during use, so they are more preferable. But most often on the market there are machines with blades made of stainless steel — usually, they have either diamond or titanium coating. Diamond-coated blades will cope with almost any type of hair, but titanium will not cause allergies and irritation.

Additional functions

Undoubtedly useful functions include wet cleaning, which implies the possibility of washing the machine directly under running water — easy, simple and does not take much time. We recommend paying special attention to just such models.

The thinning function allows you to trim the ends of the hair at different levels, which gives the hairstyle a more natural look.

Turbo mode allows you to briefly change the speed of the blades. Machines with low speed may not be able to cope with too thick or coarse hair, while it is very difficult for an inexperienced user to cope with more powerful models. This acceleration mode can be a great way out of this situation, allowing you to kill two birds with one stone.

Self-sharpening blades are primarily needed for machines that will be used frequently. Thanks to a special technology, they are sharpened directly during operation due to friction against each other, and therefore remain sharp all the time. But at home, when the machine is used only occasionally, the need for such tricks of the function is rather doubtful.

Wet cleaning option allows you to rinse
faucet machine head

If you are buying a battery type device, then look for models with a charging indicator. It will help you estimate how much time is left until the battery is completely discharged, which in fact can be important — it is very unpleasant when, in the middle of a haircut, the model suddenly “stalls”, leaving the user with a half-shaved head.

Power type

In principle, all cars consume a little energy, which allows them to be produced both with and without batteries. Mains-powered models are the most reliable in terms of long-term use, they can serve as excellent solutions for salons or cases where you have to cut a lot and often. But the user at the same time is severely limited by the length of the cord.

But the battery machine can be used anywhere and anytime. It can serve as an excellent solution for business trips, various kinds of trips and other cases when reaching the outlet is quite problematic. Continuous operation time usually varies from 40 minutes to an hour, while charging takes about 8-10 hours. Note that with a weak charge level, they begin to work more slowly and less efficiently. You cannot replace the battery yourself, for this you should contact the service centre, which somewhat reduces convenience. Some models use batteries instead of batteries.

Perhaps the best option can be called combined modelscapable of working both from the mains and from the battery. Such a device can show itself perfectly in cases where you have to cut a lot, and also avoid unfortunate situations if you urgently need to trim your beard or hairstyle, and the battery is at zero.

The most popular manufacturers

There are different brands of cars on the modern market — from cheap Chinese brands to expensive professional equipment. The most affordable in terms of price include Saturn, Vitek, Orion, Scarlett, Aurora, Supra. They are made of low quality materials, they cannot boast of a powerful battery, but at the same time they are inexpensive, and they cut very well.

Durability, ergonomics and high-quality blades are distinguished by machines manufactured by companies such as BaByliss, Wahl and Moser. It is their products that are mainly used in hairdressing salons. Of course, you will have to pay more for professional devices, but at the same time you can be sure of the quality of the item you buy.

But in the price / quality category, such brands as Braun, Rowenta, Panasonic, Remington, Philips, Zelmer performed well. These companies produce reliable products that may well satisfy the inexperienced user. If necessary, they will provide warranty service, which is also important.