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While both razors and electric shavers give the clean-shaven look, there are many differences between them.
This Choozza is about selecting the shaving option that is best for your needs.
What's the perfect choice for you?
Last updated by Nimo, on 26/7/09
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Electric Shaver Electric shavers have been around for a very long time, and there are many variations of them. They all work by cutting your hairs close to the skin - but not close enough to provide a really smooth feeling. They require some power source (batteries, main power, or rechargeable cells) and are usually small and easy to carry. |
Razor Razors have been around since forever, and it seems like the companies release a new and improved version every few years. They provide a smooth shave but do not last for very long - and you need to replace the razor heads quite often. |
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Low Cost: How much does it cost to get and use the shaving device? |
While a shaver can cost quite a lot, there are many shavers in the market which are both cheap and do their job well. Electricity costs are usually neglible and the overall financial burden is a lot smaller than shaving with razors. |
While cheaper to buy, razors have a lot of expenses associated with them. There are many types of razors. Some are cheaper than others and some cost a lot. Add to that the ongoing costs of shaving lotions and aftershaves - and the cost of shaving with disposable razors, even the cheapest ones, accumulates to quite a lot. |
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Eco-friendliness: What is the burden that using the shaving device puts on the environment? |
Electric shavers produce less waste than disposable razors when you use them. Sure, you use electricity, but when you shave with a razor you usually also turn on the bathroom light too - the electricity footprint with shavers is really neglible. The electric shavers are therefore more environmentally friendly than using a razor. |
There is generally more waste produced when using a razor compared to an electric shaver. With a razor you use water, shaving products which may contain detergents (lotions, gels or just soap), and of course you need to get new blades and dispose of the old ones once in a while. |
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Multitask While Shaving: Can you multitask while you shave? How much of your attention does the shaving device require? |
Electric shavers can easily be used while you're busy doing other things. The shavers are significantly quicker to use than a shaving razor, and require less of your attention because they won't cut you as easily as a razor. If you are the kind of person who usually runs late for work in the morning, an electric shaver would be a good option. It can also be used in the car while driving (however, this isn't recommended). |
No, no, no. If you don't want to cut yourself, you'd better concentrate on your shaving when you use a razor. |
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Cuts Free: How prone is this shaving device to give you nicks and cuts while you shave? |
Electric shavers are not prone to cut your skin while you shave. The electric shaver does not shave as close to the skin, and cuts the hairs just above it. This makes it less likely that you'll cut yourself with one. However, you should always remember that a shaver works because it uses blades. These blades may nick your lips or skin folds if you're not careful. |
The close shave provided by the razor makes you more likely to cut yourself while shaving with it. This becomes especially true for razors that have been used a few times and therefore lose their edge. |
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Quick Shave: Sometimes you need to shave real quickly. Can this shaving device provide this for you? |
Electric razors are significantly quicker to use than a shaving razor. If you are the kind of person who usually runs late for work in the morning, an electric shaver would be a good option. It can also be used in the car while driving (however, this isn't recommended). |
Shaving with a razor is more time consuming than using an electric shaver. Washing your face, applying lotion or gel, shaving, rinsing and applying aftershave takes time that you don't need to spend with the electric shaver. This is especially true for men who need to shave twice (with the grain and against it). |
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Shaving Smoothness: How smooth is the shave provided by this shaving device? |
Electric shavers work further away from your skin compared to razors. Hence, the result is not as smooth. |
Razors provide a very close, smooth and clean shave which you just can't get with an electric shaver, no matter how much you try. |
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Suitable for Longer Stubble: If you only shave every few days, your stubble may grow to be a bit difficult to cut. How suitable is the shaving device for when you're sporting a few days worth of stubble on your face? |
It is much easier to shave off a few days-growth with an electric shaver. It will, however, give you a much less closer shave. |
Razors are not well suited to shave off a long stubble. If you haven't shaved for a few days, you may require more than one go to get everything off. Most razors do not handle longer stubble very well - it is hard to cut and also more difficult to wash off the blade. |
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Suitable for Sensitive Skin: Shaving can be very painful for people with sensitive skin. Ingrown hairs, rashes and many other troubles are at bay. How will shaving with this product effect your skin? |
No shaving gel or lotion is required for electric shaver use. Shaving is performed on dry skin and may cause skin dryness or irritation. |
The close shave that the razor offers can sometimes cause razor burn (skin irritation) and red spots on the skin. However, many people with sensitive skin prefer to use a razor, as a shaver usually requires multiple passes where a razor only requires one or two. |
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Travel Suitability: How suitable is the shaving device for when you're on the road? |
Shavers are very easy to use when travelling. This is because you don't need water, shaving gel, lotion or a mirror to use them. The only problem is that electric shavers require an electricity supply to recharge them (Unless you have the type that operates on batteries, in which case you may need some of these). The high mobility of the electric shaver means you can basically shave inside your car in the parking lot. |
It's easy enough to pack a shaving razor and some shaving gel and aftershave lotion when you go for a few days. However, you will normally need a mirror and a sink close by (or at least some water) to wash your face and the razor. On the upside, you don't need electricity, hence you can shave even when you're camping out in the bush. Given, most men will not bother shaving while camping. |