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Electric shavers are divided into types depending on the design and principle of operation of the shaving heads.

— Rotary. Rotary shavers have characteristic round shaving heads inside which blades rotate. Their main advantage over foil is a better fit of the blades to the skin and, as a result, a more efficient and clean shave. And rotary models are generally less noisy. On the other hand, rotary heads can be uncomfortable for people with sensitive skin; this is especially true for inexpensive models — advanced products usually use special tricks designed to minimize irritation from shaving.

— Foil. In foil shavers, the blades do not rotate, but vibrate finely under the foil with small cells. This design is considered more gentle compared to the rotary, because foil reduces irritation and reduces the risk of cuts. However, in terms of shaving cleanliness, foil models, especially low-cost ones, can be noticeably inferior to rotary ones, and they are worse for wet shaving.

— Shaver (travel). Compact and lightweight electric shavers, free from extra attachments and trimming blades for longer stubble, are intended for a close and smooth shave. These shavers, often termed "safety razors," are favored in professional barbershops and are even nicknamed "road razors" for their ability to provide a shave without the need for foam or other products. W...ith their mesh head design, they can trim bristles to an almost bare minimum (around 0.1 mm). These razors are effective for facial shaving, refining beard and mustache outlines, and even edging hairstyling. They excel at handling short hair but might struggle with long and coarse growth. These razors are commonly used for defining haircuts and shaping sideburns and whiskers.

— Shaving trimmer. Shaving trimmers usually have a small head with cutting elements that allow you to precisely remove hairs or shape them into the desired shape. During operation, the hair is cut with the trimmer knives flush with the skin, and some models allow you to set the desired cutting height. Trimmers are good for creating contours of a beard and mustache, trimming eyebrows, sideburns or any other “vegetation” on the face. Some models can be equipped with attachments to change the shaving width or height.

— Case. Cases include all kinds of rigid structures for storing a shaver. Cases in the form of handbags made of thick fabric also fall into this category. In addition to reliable storage of the device, they also elevate the model to the highest class. In more low-cost electric shavers, a much more primitive fabric case is included in the package.

— Charging stand. A special stand on which the shaver can be installed to charge the batteries. There are no fundamental technical differences between such charging and charging from a power cord, the main difference is that the stand can also be used to store a shaver. Therefore, shavers with a charging stand are well suited for home use.

— Wireless charging. A special stand that charges the shaver without a precise connection through the plug — just put the electric shaver on it and the battery pack will automatically start recharging. This saves the user the hassle of connecting wires and reduces wear on the connectors. On the other hand, such a function has a significant impact on the cost of the battle and increases the duration of the charging process itself, since the charging platforms themselves are made low-power for safety reasons.

— Self-cleaning station. It is a special stand where the shaver is installed for automatic maintenance. This maintenance, as the...name suggests, primarily includes cleaning — the shaving unit is cleaned of hairs and dust - as well as charging the battery. In addition, self-cleaning systems can provide lubrication and disinfection of the shaving unit, but this function is less common and requires the use of consumables (oil and disinfectant).

— Facial brush. It is convenient to clean the face from the cut bristles with a brush. The brush that comes with an electric shaver usually has a medium bristle length. Some electric shavers are equipped with a universal brush, which is designed for both cleaning the face and combing the beard and mustache.

Type of power source used by the shaver:

— Mains. The shaver is typically powered by a household supply of 230 V, though other voltage variations are possible. When connected to this power supply, users don't need to worry about limited device operating time since the razor operates as long as there's mains voltage. This eliminates the concern of battery depletion. However, these razors rely on a power source and the cord can restrict movement. Modern models sometimes feature a hybrid system combining mains and battery power for greater flexibility.

— Battery. The shaver operates using its internal battery, offering maximum autonomy without needing an external power source. This design provides freedom of movement by eliminating the need for a mains cable. However, the battery's lifespan is finite, requiring periodic recharging. Inexpensive models lacking charge level indicators during use might pose a risk of running out of power unexpectedly, such as mid-shave, necessitating a recharge wait.

— Batteries. The shaver is powered by replaceable elements (batteries). Such devices, in their advantages and disadvantages, are in many ways similar to rechargeable ones: on the one hand, they are autonomous, on the other, the operating time is limited. The main difference is that a “dead” battery can be easily replaced if...you have spare ones with you; the built-in battery does not provide replacement, and the only option is charging, often quite long.

— From the cigarette lighter. Power supply from the car's on-board network through the cigarette lighter plug (or a separate auto socket of the same size). Shavers with this power supply can be charged and/or used directly in the car, which can be useful for those who spend a lot of time behind the wheel.

The average runtime of electric shavers on a full battery charge, without recharging, is generally overestimated due to factors like hair length, density, and trimmer usage. Manufacturer claims for runtime tend to be higher than actual usage. Longer runtimes require heavier and more expensive powerful batteries. Most shavers offer around 45 minutes of runtime, while some models provide up to 1 hour or as low as 30 minutes of operation.

Charging time for the electric shaver battery from a fully discharged state to 100% charge. If freedom of movement when shaving is most important to you in a cordless shaver, and you always have access to the power supply (for example, you rarely travel), this parameter does not matter much. However, if you often travel on trips in which you have to constantly move from place to place, you should pay attention to models with a short charging time.

The presence in the design of the electric shaver charge level indicator.

It's important to highlight that in this context, an indicator refers specifically to a visual representation of the charge level. This could manifest as a battery icon or a percentage displayed on the display. Such an indicator significantly simplifies battery monitoring, minimizing the possibility of being unexpectedly left with a depleted battery.

Electric shavers with USB charging are aimed at improving the comfort not so much in the operation of the device as in its maintenance. This function allows you to recharge the battery both from the outlet and from the USB port of a laptop or power bank. That's just the connector you need the appropriate one.