Some guys like the smooth and clean head feel that a razor provides.  Others prefer using balding clippers to give that head shaved look.  There are pros and cons for each.  I personally prefer shaving my head with a safety razor or with a cartridge razor.

When I first started going for that bald look I used balding clippers and it’s a good starting point for most men.  Clippers provide a quick shave just not near as close to what a razor can provide.  Without further ado, let’s pick out a clipper that does a great job and doesn’t break the bank.

Criteria for the clippers.  We focused on shavers from well known major brand names.  You’ll find these manufacturers in barbershops around the world.  Barbers need clippers that will stand the test of time.  You are only shaving your bald head a handful of times each week.

1,640 reviews – 4.5 stars

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Positive

     Powerful, high quality, provides a great shave

     Great price for professional grade clippers

Negative

     Can cut you if not careful

     Doesn’t provide smooth shave

Summary

     Wahl claims that this is for professional use only.  It’s probably because if you are not careful you’ll slice up your scalp.  Many reviewers complain about the safety and others say just use the right angle and it will be fine.  This is a set of high quality balding clippers at a great price that clip close to your skin.

782 reviews – 4.5 stars

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Positive

     Quality clippers at a good price

     Many attachments included

     Good for tapering and fades

Negative

     Doesn’t cut close enough for balding look

Summary

     The 5-star magic clippers are a good set of clippers especially for a tapered and faded look.  If you want the close cut stubble balding look I would pass on these.

391 reviews – 4.5 stars

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Positive

     Cordless

     Small size fits nicely in hand

     Easy to use on your own head

Negative

     Not for professional use

     Some users complained about batteries not holding a charge

Summary

     The Remington HC4250 is a nice handheld rechargeable balding clipper.  They work great for personal use and provide a close cut with a little stubble remaining.  The design also prevents accidental cutting your skin where some other clippers fall short.

1,827 reviews – 4.5 stars

$55 – Get latest Price

Positive

     Powerful

     Easy to use

     Quiet

Negative

     Pointy cutting heads that can hurt skin

     Some users complain about the clippers getting hot

Summary

     The Oster Fast feed are a decent set of clippers.  Many people use them for regular hair clipping, fading, and even dog hair grooming.  A few use them for balding and not such great feedback from them.

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Positive

     Quality tested from factory

     Comes with blades oiled

     Provides a close shave and helps prevent ingrown hair

Negative

     Users complain about heating up after 5 or so minutes of use

     Heavy

The Andis T-Outliner are a nice little set of clippers that provide a good close shave.  Make sure you oil the blades regularly as they seem to be more prone to problems if you don’t.

I’ll assume you are looking for balding clippers primarily for shaving your head as close as possible.  If so and you don’t care about the tapering or fading then I have a few recommendations for you.