Best Panasonic Electric Razors

Updated July 2020
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Best of the Best
Panasonic Arc5 Five-Blade Cordless Electric Razor
Panasonic
Arc5 Five-Blade Cordless Electric Razor
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Bottom Line

A long-lasting charge on a razor that covers a lot of area quickly and provides Panasonic's closest shave earns this model our highest marks.

Pros

The symmetrical alignment of the 5 blades makes for a nice feature that covers a lot of the face quickly. The battery can last as long as 3 weeks on a full charge without losing any shaving power. We are impressed by the close shave provided by the 14,000 cuts per minute motor, as close as what is available from many manual blades.

Cons

Charging the battery too often may shorten the life of the battery.

Best Bang for the Buck
Panasonic Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Dual Motor
Panasonic
Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Dual Motor
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Bottom Line

This model combines the closeness and convenience of a 4-blade alignment with a motor that matches the power of some higher priced models.

Pros

The 4-blade alignment offers a fast shave without irritation. Comes with the long-lasting battery and wet and dry convenience of other Panasonic models. This model stands out for the 14,000 cuts per minute dual motor, which rotates the blades and the head of the razor simultaneously for an impressively close shave.

Cons

The head is slightly bulkier than some Panasonic razors, making it more difficult to navigate, especially on smaller faces.

Panasonic Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Linear Motor
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Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Linear Motor
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The 4-blade alignment avoids irritation and razor burn while offering a close shave in a unit that includes a useful LED alert system.

Pros

The 13,000 cuts per minute motor gives a close shave without leaving any rash or bumps. The LED readout not only tells the current charge level of the razor, but also alerts if the blades need to be oiled or changed. Stainless steel multi-fit Arc4 foil provides a close shave.

Cons

Long beards may require trimming before use, as the razor may tug slightly on longer hairs.

Panasonic Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head
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Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head
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Bottom Line

4 blades and a powerful motor offer a close shave in a model that includes a pivoting head for maximum flexibility.

Pros

We love the maneuverability of the pivoting head on this model. Users are able to reach those tough angles on the face without sacrificing any shaving power. The 14,000 cuts per minute motor equals the most powerful Panasonic motors.

Cons

While the pivoting head helps with chin and face angles, some users report it makes it more difficult to get a close shave on their neck area.

Panasonic Arc3 Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head
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Arc3 Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head
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Bottom Line

3 blades provide enough coverage for smaller faces while maintaining the power and flexibility of larger Panasonic models.

Pros

A 13,000 cuts per minute motor provides good power to this smaller Panasonic model. The pivoting head offers great maneuverability, especially in a model this size. Waterproof for wet and dry shaving.

Cons

Users with larger faces may find this model too slow for their liking.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

12 Models Considered
7 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
210 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

An electric razor can give you a clean shave in less time than a manual shaver. Electronics giant Panasonic has a wide selection of electric razors that are rich in features. Rotary shavers have round heads that work well on thick hair. Foil shavers are better for everyday use because they have a thin layer of foil protecting your face from the blades. Important considerations when buying an electric razor are the number of blades, which can impact how close of a shave you get, and how long the battery lasts before needing a charge. If you like to shave in the shower, then the electric razor needs to be cordless and water-resistant. Panasonic’s shaver heads come in larger and smaller sizes to accommodate different faces.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
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Arc3 Electric Shaver and Trimmer
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Arc4 Electric Razor for Men
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Hybrid Wet Dry Shaver, Trimmer & Detailer
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Electric Travel Shaver
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Dual-Blade Men's Electric Razor
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Panasonic

Arc5 Five-Blade Cordless Electric Razor

Panasonic

Arc5 Five-Blade Cordless Electric Razor

A long-lasting charge on a razor that covers a lot of area quickly and provides Panasonic's closest shave earns this model our highest marks.
$142
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Panasonic

Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Linear Motor

Panasonic

Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Linear Motor

The 4-blade alignment avoids irritation and razor burn while offering a close shave in a unit that includes a useful LED alert system.
$204
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Panasonic

Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Dual Motor

Panasonic

Arc4 Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Dual Motor

This model combines the closeness and convenience of a 4-blade alignment with a motor that matches the power of some higher priced models.
$122
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Panasonic

Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head

Panasonic

Four-Blade Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head

4 blades and a powerful motor offer a close shave in a model that includes a pivoting head for maximum flexibility.
$299
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Panasonic

Arc3 Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head

Panasonic

Arc3 Cordless Electric Razor with Pivoting Head

3 blades provide enough coverage for smaller faces while maintaining the power and flexibility of larger Panasonic models.
$79

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