Articles — Electric Shaver vs Trimmer

A trimmer cuts hair to a length you choose, so it's for beards and stubble. An electric shaver cuts hair almost flush with your skin, so it's for a clean-shaven face or head. Want both looks? Buy a hybrid, or pair a budget shaver with a budget trimmer. Shaver vs Trimmer  Trimmer Electric Shaver Main job Shape and maintain hair Remove hair close to the skin Result Beard, stubble, neat edges Smooth, clean-shaven skin Length control Yes (guards or combs) No Closest cut About 0.5 mm (visible stubble) About 0.03 mm (feels smooth) Best for Beards, moustaches, sideburns, stubble Face,...