What To Look For
Shavers and razors include electric units and unpowered manual razors. A man's choice of shaving method is a personal preference. Some choose an electric shaver because it's faster and requires less effort. Razors offer less initial investment although replacement blades add to the long term cost. Electric shaver designs include rotary or foil heads and dry or wet use shavers. Rotary shavers use blades moving in a circular motion under a shield. Foil heads have blades moving back and forth under a foil or thin metal perforated shield. Razor systems include a handle and replaceable blades. Another option is disposable razors where the handle and blades are one unit and disposed of after use.
Common Pitfalls
Maintenance of electric shavers is an issue with some electric shavers. Models that clean themselves while in the charger unit eliminate this problem. Heavy electric shavers make the shaving process more difficult. Cost of blades is an issue with razors. The number of blades built into the razor head is a factor in price. The website Consumer Search suggests the added cost of four- or five-bladed razor head is not cost effective when compared to the lower cost of two- or three-blade heads. In the end, both electric shavers and razors have their positives and negatives. The user must determine which factors are most important and choose appropriately.
Where To Buy
Electric shavers and razors are available in a wide variety of outlets including discount and department stores, pharmacies and convenience stores. Prices vary widely with higher end electric shavers and razors more common in drug stores and department stores. Online outlets also offer a wide variety with lower prices but the purchaser should always factor in shipping in the total cost.
Cost
Electric shaver costs ranged from about $30 to $300, according to the online retailer Amazon in August 2010. Price factors include cleaning features and general quality. Cost for manual razors ranged from $5 to $25. Purchasers should factor the cost of blade cartridges into the long-term operational costs of a manual razor.
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