Razor reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 408 Reddit reviews across 23 subreddits and 104 posts to rank the best Razor brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/wicked_edge, r/shaving, r/Wetshavers_India, r/Costco, r/ladyshavers. Top-rated brands include Merkur (4.5/5), Rockwell (4.7/5), Henson (4.7/5).
Stats
Reviews408
Subreddits23
Posts104
Brands53
Products64
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By Brand
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#1
Merkur
4.5
(55)
"The merkur 34c is a classic that you cannot go wrong with."
"When switched to rockwell 6C it was day and night for better."
"Pretty good razors: Merkur 37C, Muhle Rocca, Gamechanger 84, Rex Konsul, Blackbird Ti, and the Timeless 95."
"I'm in on the Merkur 37C."
"You lack one of the most popular razors, the Merkur 34C."
"The Merkur 37C."
"I too would suggest a 37c."
"Been living 34c life for a few months."
"If you want to stay in the Merkur family, I can attest it's a great razor."
"Merkur Futur. It’s adjustable so he can start on the mildest setting which is very gentle."
#2
Rockwell
4.7
(46)
"Rockwell 6s i‘d say"
"I will back the Rockwell 6c as well."
"I would recommend a rockwell 6c/6s or a merkur progress."
"Rockwell 6C, there is 6 settings for him to adjust to his liking."
"If you have Rockwell theres no point im other razors!"
"I find the Rockwell 6c on plate 6 works extremely well for shaving my head."
"Rockwell 6S"
"Rockwell 6C (or 6s if you want the Stainless Steel version). It has 6 different settings."
"I also recommend the Rockwell 6s."
"Rockwell 6C or 6S. They come with 3 plates."
#3
Henson
4.7
(43)
"Henson makes real good mild razors."
"Henson"
"The Henson AL13 has worked great for me."
"Henson AL13 is a safe bet. Not much blade reveal, easy to use, durable."
"It's fantastic. So much easier than a multi-blade cartridge."
"Henson Mild. Hands down the best shaves I’ve tried."
"Hensons are just so nimble and easy to use."
"Henson AL13 mild is nearly impossible to cut yourself with."
"Cyber razor/ Henson, mild version. He'll love it :)"
"I think the Henson AL13 mild is probably the best choice for someone with no experience with a safety razor."
#4
Gillette
4.4
(46)
"The Fatboy is one and done. You will find a setting."
"Adjustable and overall Fatboy"
"My Fatboy and i have slims too but as far as mildness the fatboy i have is milder than the all the slims."
"Such an effortless and close shave! I love my tech!"
"I always come back to my Gillette old type. It is such a consistent efficient shave."
"A tech is worth its weight in gold."
"Gillette Fat Boy. My favorite vintage razor."
"I use a vintage Gillette Fatboy with Astra Platinum or Feathers been doing it for 10+ years."
"Examples - BiC Sensitive, Gillette Guard."
"Gillete skin guard is fool proof."
#5
Leaf
4.7
(32)
"Leaf!"
"I use the leaf for legs and such."
"They’re a great company! I use the dermaplaner & the leaf and I adore both!"
"The Leaf will be your best option for leg shaving."
"The best product will be leaf razors like twig/thorn and 3 headed leaf razor with a good blade like Astra, shark or bic."
"I shave my head with the Leaf Razor and use only one blade."
"Have you checked out the Leaf Razor?"
"Leaf all day long. Best razor for the dome."
"Leaf razor. i was a bit sceptical as many people were recommending it and i honestly thought they were paid shills."
"I also use a Leaf Razor to shave my head daily."
#6
Philips
4.3
(18)
"It’s super convenient—just a quick pass in the morning."
"Phillips oneblade is the new kid on the block and so cheap. Buy now. ♥️"
"Norelco one blade, hands down."
"I use a machine razor it’s amazing. phillips norelcro search it on tiktok."
"The Philips One Blade is amazing, I've been using it for maybe 5 years now."
"I’ve been really impressed with my Philips OneBlade so far."
"Norelco One Blade for me, when I’m not using a double edge razor."
"I'd suggest a Philips Oneblade."
"That's a pretty close trim tbh and you'll be irritation free."
"Team rotary all the way."
#7
Razorock
4.6
(15)
"Razorock GameChanger [.76] - best bang for the buck."
"Check out the Razorock Gamechanger .76"
"Razorock gamechanger.84. Stainless steel, great shave geometry, solid feel"
"RR Gamechanger .76 or .84. Will last a lifetime, still a bargain at about $60.00 USD."
"I recommend the CNC machined, stainless steel goodness of the Razorock Gamechanger .76."
"I recommend the Game changer .68."
"Razorock Gamechanger either .76 or .84 or the Merkur 37C. Both are phenomenal double edge razors."
"Game changer .76. ~guy who shaves 5 days a week and has sensitive skin."
"I recommend the Razorock Game Changer .68 razor."
"You can get the next base plate up for the GameChanger."
#8
Braun
4.7
(13)
"I use a Braun have had it for years and it’s worked great"
"Braun Series 9 pro"
"Braun Series 9, especially with the Pro head."
"I have a Braun 7, it works great and has a cleaner/recharger."
"Braun series 9 is my everyday shaver. The pros are that it is waterproof, uses no gimmicks and just does what it needs to well."
"Renowned for its exceptional comfort and efficiency, this shaver is suitable for sensitive skin and effectively handles coarse facial hair."
"The new Braun lured me away."
"Best electric razor in the store is the Braun Series 9."
"I'd recommend the Braun Sport Series 9."
"Braun series 9 seems to be what people go to but it's expensive"
#9
Mühle
4.3
(10)
"Pretty good razors: Merkur 37C, Muhle Rocca, Gamechanger 84, Rex Konsul, Blackbird Ti, and the Timeless 95."
"You would choose one of the classics from the non-aggressive category of safety razors: Mühle R89"
"The best single-pass razor of my experience (nearly four decades of DE shaving) was an original-issue (2011) Mühle R41."
"Muhle R41 will give a shave 99% as good as a cutthroat."
"I would recommend MÜHLE R89."
"As far as deals go you may want to keep your eye on the Muhle Rocca on Amazon."
"Mühle R41 for coarse hair but you need to be careful with it."
"Muhle Rocca."
"Mühle Rocca, Mühle R41 stainless steel, Merkur 37c or 39c, Merkur Progress,Merkur Futur..."
"Mühle R89. Can't get any friendlier than this."
#10
Panasonic
4.6
(9)
"I'm using the Panasonic ARC 5, don't buy the cleaning/charging station."
"The Panasonic Arc/Lamdash series is fantastic."
"Equipped with a powerful motor and five ultra-sharp blades, it delivers one of the best shaves."
"Panasonic Arc 5, get it while its on sale on Amazon."
"Panasonic has some of the best wet/dry electric razors."
"I've had my Panasonic ARC5, made in Japan for 5+ years and no issues."
"I’ve had the Panasonic Arc5 for about four years now."
"Mildly closer than a Philips one blade."
"Top contenders were I think Panasonic and Bra."
#11
Safety Razor
4.9
(8)
"A miles better shave, plus you get to stick it to the man. The multiblade razor man."
"It's hard to beat a safety razor. The blades work out so much cheaper and I find they give a better shave."
"Safety razor for manual and Babyliss Pro FX3 for electric."
"It's the absolute best for shaving."
"Has gotten me the best shaves without irritation."
"Consider getting him a safety razor."
"I stopped getting ingrown hairs when I switched to a safety razor."
"Try safety razor and a variety pack of blades."
#12
Edwin Jagger
4.3
(9)
"You would choose one of the classics from the non-aggressive category of safety razors: Edwin Jagger de89"
"In the UK you gotta get an Edwin jagger de89. Made in Sheffield England."
"I'd give the Edwin Jagger DE89 a try - made in Sheffield, England."
"In the UK you gotta get an Edwin jagger de89."
"Edwin Jagger DE89, a lovely mild razor."
"Edwin Jagger has good razors."
"Edwin jagger de89."
"I have fairly sensitive skin and BIC Super Chrome blades work great for me. Very sharp and comfortable."
"I like the Edwin Jagger DE89 as being midway between mild and aggressive."
#13
Muhle
4.6
(8)
"I'm partial to the Muhle R89. Mild razor that is easy to learn on."
"Check out the Muhle Neo $29.00 on Amazon. It's A mild razor that is good as a daily shaver."
"Mühle R89 paired with feather platinum blades."
"Muhle R89 - amazing build-quality, incredibly smooth"
"For me the 'forever' razor is muhle rocca."
"I picked up the Muhle Rocca for $99. 🤙🏼"
"I quite like it as a newbie to wetshaving, I find it very forgiving."
"A good start for him"
#14
Philips Norelco
4.1
(7)
"I've had the same Norelco for 30 years. Clean it every week and buy new blades once a year."
"The Philips-Norelco One Blade is very good in my experience, but no electric razor will get as close as a manual one."
"I have three Philips Norelco different models. They are all very fine for the price."
"Phillips one blade?"
"Oneblade"
"I’ve been using the Philips Norelco OneBlade for about a year now."
"Philips Norelco. Also for the general trimmer."
#15
Schick
4.8
(5)
"Schick Hydro Silk razor (also comes in a sensitive version as well)"
"Been purchasing it for years, never gives me ingrown hairs and is super smooth."
"I buy the hydro silk razors. I don’t use shaving cream or anything to shave bc it has this silk gel stuff in the razor."
"I would highly recommend getting a razor that has a built-in serum for a smooth shave, especially for down there."
"I use Schick Hydro Silk (Blue) razors - I have incredibly sensitive skin and coarse hair."
#16
Edwin Jagger DE89
5.0
(4)
"Classic 3 , either or: Edwin Jagger de89, Muhle r41, or Merkur 34c"
"The short handle DE89 is a great razor, hope you enjoy it."
"I've now got a Edwin Jagger DE89, Arko stick and brush in my Amazon basket."
"Do yourself a favour and get an Edwin Jagger DE89 instead."
#17
Karve
4.8
(4)
"Karve"
"Karve"
"It's tough to beat some of the brass options from Karve and Aylsworth for the price imo."
"Brass options from Karve and Aylsworth for the price imo."
#18
Feather
4.5
(4)
"Feather AS-D2 kicks ass for some, for others it's too mild."
"Astra and Feather were my favorites too."
"I use Feathers, but would recommend Astras as a place to start, being a bit more forgiving (less sharp) but still a great shave."
"The pick for me, and having had it quite a few years now is the Feather AS-D2 Stainless."
#19
Rockwell 6C
4.3
(4)
"Rockwell 6C ....gives you the flexibility you need"
"I use a Rockwell 6c for head shaving and it works really well."
"I’d get him a Rockwell 6c, since it would allow him to try multiple different levels of aggressiveness."
"The .68 is a much better choice."
#20
Mühle R89
4.0
(4)
"The Muhle R89 is a great first razor."
"Muhle R89 or for a great stainless steel razor."
"Muhler89 is great mild and built well."
"Muhle r89. Very mild and extremely comfortable shave."
#21
Harry's
4.0
(4)
"Harry’s."
"Harrys."
"I used Harry's before I switched to DE."
"I’ve no complaints and it’s very smooth."
#22
Pearl
4.0
(4)
"Get entire shaving kit from glowshines.com pearl l55 is included in it."
"Pearl L55 closed comb."
"Pearl L55 should do the job."
"Pearl L-55 Can't go wrong :) "
#23
BiC
3.8
(4)
"Bic Metal, Gillette Guard or Bevel Essential Disposable."
"Bic Metal."
"Bic Metal is the way to go if you're not checking a bag."
"The super cheap Bics or Gillette Good News are fine."
#24
Philips OneBlade
4.3
(3)
"I've been looking around for ages, and so far I have settled with Philips OneBlade."
"Just my opinion but id say Phillips OneBlade to trim things down"
"I like the Philips One Blade, although you still should go slow."
#25
King C Gillette
4.0
(3)
"I would go with a King C Gillette."
"The King C. Gillette provides a mild, clean and smooth shave for me."
"I've used the King C Gillette razor for my armpits and it was good."
#26
RazoRock
4.0
(3)
"RazoRock Gamechanger, Lupo & Green cult will be your safe bet."
"RazoRock GameChanger .84 is a solid option."
"I agree with others saying a Razorock Gamechanger is a good place to start."
#27
Andis
5.0
(2)
"The razor that gives me the closest shave I've ever had is also the cheapest. It's the Andis 17205."
"The closest shave I've ever had is also the cheapest. It's the Andis 17205."
#28
Aylsworth
5.0
(2)
"Aylsworth Apex SS."
"Aylsworth Apex SS, plus plate. Will absolutely mow through growth."
#29
HeadBlade
5.0
(2)
"I’ve been a Head Blade user for 10 years. Can’t possibly think that anything could be better."
"I got a Head Blade last week and I love it."
#30
Rex
5.0
(2)
"Pretty good razors: Merkur 37C, Muhle Rocca, Gamechanger 84, Rex Konsul, Blackbird Ti, and the Timeless 95."
"Rex Konsul. You'll sell most of your other razors once you try the Konsul."
#31
Wilkinson Sword
4.5
(2)
"Wilkinson Sword Classic. Cheap as hell and you'd need to be a magician to cut yourself without trying."
"I would recommend cheap stuff. Wilkinson Sword Classic plastic is 5-6$ on Amazon."
#32
Leaf Twig
4.5
(2)
"The twig is excellent, hair clears from it super easily."
"The twig might be worth checking out though."
#33
Merkur 34C
4.5
(2)
"Mercur 34c with Gillette 7o'clock blades, and using a good soap as a shaving lather."
"Merkur 34C Astra Green blade. If you avoid the rabbit hole that will really be all you need."
#34
Pristine
4.5
(2)
"The mildest razor I have used (and I have used around 17)"
"A very good value razor \~ Rs 399/-."
#35
Pitbull
4.5
(2)
"The Pitbull is good for $100-200ish."
"Pitbull so far."
#36
Parker
4.5
(2)
"I can recommend a Parker 78R for both of you."
"Parker 78r or 91 r."
#37
Stirling Soap Co. Starter Pack
4.5
(2)
"I got a starter pack from Stirling Soap and use the Astra platinum blades."
"Stirling starter pack is good value."
#38
Defender
4.0
(2)
"I have good experience with Defender."
"Check out Defender razors. They’re inexpensive and they’re really good above and below for sensitive skin."
#39
Dollar Shave Club
4.0
(2)
"Dollar razor club was suggested as being great."
"Dollar shave club works great and it’s cheap"
#40
Merkur 15C
4.0
(2)
"Merkur 15c Mild and very safe. Cuts Close but not too close."
"I use a Merkur 15c. It's really mild, I don't think mine has ever drawn blood."
#41
Twig
4.0
(2)
"I heard the Twig is brainless and easy mode."
"I use the Twig razor, Merkur 34C, and Henson AL13 interchangeably."
#42
Blackland
4.0
(2)
"Blackland Blackbird... I think it's on sale."
"Blackland Blackbird (standard safety bar plate)"
#43
Henson Shaving
5.0
(1)
"Henson shaving is a modern take on the safety razor"
#44
Overlander
5.0
(1)
"Overlander is fantastic."
#45
PAA
5.0
(1)
"PAA Quantum Razor"
#46
Leaf Shaving
5.0
(1)
"Leaf shaving twig. A retro modern design that shaves effectively"
#47
Feather Razor Blades
4.0
(1)
"Feather razor blades. Give me a try."
#48
High Proof
4.0
(1)
"My favorite razor is the High Proof."
#49
Merkur Slant Bar
4.0
(1)
"Merkur slant bar and feather blades."
#50
Schick Intuition Sensitive Razor
4.0
(1)
"Schick intuition sensitive razor."
#51
Romer7 Shivira
4.0
(1)
"Romer7 Shivira is a good razor without any misalignment."
#52
Romer-7 Aristocrat Eldorado
4.0
(1)
"Romer-7 aristocrat eldorado should work well for high as it has higher efficiency."
#53
Razor Blade Club
4.0
(1)
"The razor blade club has loads of decent razors a lot for under €10."
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