Foil shavers are the much more common type of electric shavers, at least when it comes to facial shaving. And there’s a reason for that, says Davie. “The foil shaver requires minimal work, and ...

2. Braun Series 9 Pro A hefty foil shaver from Braun, the Series 9 Pro’s adaptive head offers ideal flexibility as it coasts over contours with maximum comfort.

Rotary shavers and foil razors have a completely different feel, so make sure you know what you want in advance. Most men do, but it’s especially important if you’ve decided to switch brands ...

Rotary shavers like this one tend to be quieter than foil shavers, and this Norelco has three different speeds to fit your preferred shave and hair type. Compared to the Norelco 2100, the 9700 has ...

The best electric shaver is the Braun Series 9, according to the panel of experts I interviewed. I also found other foil and rotary-head picks.

While foil blades are louder than rotary blades, foil shavers are best used moving in a straight, long back-and-forth movement of the face and neck for the closest shave possible. Corded vs. Cordless ...

I used my dad’s rotary shaver when I was growing up, and slowly graduated to a variety of foil shavers — even going through a safety razor phase — in the 20-plus years I’ve been trimming ...

Electric razors generally come in two basic formats: rotary and foil. Before you buy any electric shaver, it’s a good idea to understand the fundamentals of each.

Rotary shavers and foil razors have a completely different feel, so make sure you know what you want in advance. Most men do, but it’s especially important if you’ve decided to switch brands ...