Remington MB4045 Beard Kit

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We settled on 7mm (or the closest each trimmer could get to it) and tested each one for effectiveness and efficiency. Does it consistently cut to the correct length? And how many times do you need to run it over your beard before it’s done a satisfactory job? None of the trimmers we tried were total failures but there were some that either didn’t live up to their price tag, disappointed us when it came to build quality, or just didn’t cut as well as others.

Because every beard is different, this advanced piece of kit includes a selection of 3 combs to ensure complete versatility when grooming and shaping your facial hair. All of this takes time and effort, so the last thing you want is for it all to go to waste when a sub-standard trimmer inadvertently carves off half of your hard work, but there are a few things to look out for when selecting a beard trimmer. What we looked for in our testing The second uses a wheel that does the same job when turned. These can either be positioned along the length of the trimmer, like on Remington’s MB4045, or built into the body in a barrel-like arrangement, as you’ll find on the three Philips trimmers we tested, or the Babyliss 7897U Super Beard.Could they adequately accommodate moustaches and sideburns? Or would you end up having to buy something else to deal with the details? And when you take the attachment off, could the unguarded blades cope with tidying up the edges? For added convenience, the trimmer includes a battery level indicator, allowing users to monitor the remaining battery life accurately. Additionally, it comes with scissors for additional grooming needs, providing a comprehensive grooming experience. Aside from all being beard trimmers, they all had one thing in common: they could cut to at least 5mm, but many can cope with far bushier beards than that.

This is easier for some trimmers than others, because they don’t all allow for fine adjustments. Wahl’s Beard Trim, for example, has an integrated comb that goes right up to 24mm, with 2mm at its shortest, but there are only actually seven settings within that range. If it was one of the most effective all-round trimmers that wouldn’t be such an issue but it’s not as efficient as the best and maxes out at 7mm. It feels well built and the rotating cutting head is handy, allowing you to easily switch to a smaller one for doing details, but you can get much better for much less. If you want to maintain anything longer than a bit of overgrown stubble, pay attention to the cutting lengths offered by each trimmer. The trimmer is equipped with self-sharpening blades, ensuring consistent and efficient performance over time. Its washable feature allows for easy cleaning, maintaining hygiene and prolonging the lifespan of the blades. The Remington MB4045 beard trimmer is a versatile grooming tool designed to maintain different facial hair styles with ease. With a minimum hair length of 1 mm and a maximum hair length of 35 mm, this trimmer allows for precise trimming to achieve a desired look. It offers three trimming styles, including long beard, short beard, and stubble look, catering to various preferences.

Most beard trimmers come with multiple attachments but they tend to fall into one of two categories. This kit includes all the accessories you need to style and groom your beard with ease: a pair of Premium Stainless Steel Scissors will help to trim down your beard before you shape and trim, while the Mixed Boar Bristle Brush allows you to brush through your beard before and after styling. Tailored Styling

Battery life isn’t a huge consideration when it comes to beard trimmers because you tend to only use them for about five minutes at a time, but most tend to last for around an hour between charges. Unless you’re going away for an extended period and plan to leave the charger at home, that’s more than long enough. While the squarer guards (such as those found on the Babyliss 7897U Super Beard or Philips Series 5000) tend to be better suited to maintaining shorter, less rugged looks.Finding your perfect beard trimmer depends very much on the look you’re trying to maintain but the number one requirement, no matter what style you’re going for, is that it can cut consistently to the same length without thinning the hair out or pulling at it. The last thing you want is to come away with a patchy beard. To make things easier, we’ve got winners for different price ranges and uses, so you can narrow down your choice further. Meet our expert testers The first time you open the box of the Wahl 4-in-1 Multigroomer can be a bit daunting. Not only does it come with 12 comb attachments, there are also four different blade heads, so just working out what you need to fit to it before you can start trimming your beard takes a while. Finally, we considered what accessories come with the trimmers. Some are very basic. The Remington Endurance Groomer, for example, doesn’t even come with a proper charger, just a USB adaptor that allows you to plug it into a compatible plug or port. It does, however, come with a carry case, which a lot of the others don’t.

At the other end of the scale is Panasonic’s ER-GB96, which not only comes with three separate adjustable comb attachments (plus one for more intricate detailing) but each one can be adjusted in half-millimetre increments using its heavy duty barrel-style control. If you can’t find your ideal length with that level of adjustment there’s no helping you. For longer beards, trimmers with comb-style attachments that have discrete pointed teeth (such as the Panasonic ER-GB96 or Remington MB4045) tend to be better suited to drawing out the longer hair as they cut While they’ve all been put through the same rigorous tests as usual, the difference is that we’ve compared and contrasted each model, listing the ones you should buy and the ones you shouldn’t. Its official, the beard is here to stay. This style staple for modern men and discerning gentlemen everywhere can now be groomed to perfection with the Remington Beard Kit. Oh, and it buzzes like a swarm of angry hornets, so you might want to buy your family some earplugs. The ones to avoidBabyliss’s 7897U Super Beard might be among the cheapest trimmers in our test but it’s also the one that consistently provided the best overall results. It only comes with one guard attachment that maxes out at 15mm, so it might not be right for everybody, but it’s easy to adjust using the wheel, has 15 discrete length settings and does a great job of trimming efficiently and to a consistent length, even if it might not be the most comfortable to use. We also involved Parsa Rad, creative director at male grooming specialist The Refinery in Mayfair and previous winner of the British Barbers’ Association’s Best Shave Master title. Who better to tell us about the beard trimmers barbers use? The Endurance Groomer is also easy to clean as it’s completely waterproof, so can just be rinsed under the tap when you’re done. The XL Beard Comb is the master of taming longer length beards with length ranging from 20mm & 35mm, also included is an adjustable Beard Comb with lengths ranging from 1.5mm & 18mm. As well as this, there is a Stubble Comb with lengths ranging from 1mm & 5mm, so you can select just the right setting to complete your look. Tom Wiggins is a journalist with 12 years’ experience of writing about consumer technology. He also has around 10 years’ experience of beard ownership and upkeep, so is well placed to give a verdict on what the tech needs to do.