Philips is really one of the first names that come to mind when one talks about men’s grooming products, and not without good reason. I got my first electric shaver years ago, and haven’t gone back to a regular razor since. Needless to say, it’s a Philips, and it’s serving me well to this day. The market is flooded with a plethora of options when it comes to grooming devices right now — shavers, trimmers, what have you… but I did sit up and take notice when I got wind of the OneBlade Pro. This new all-in-one device looks quite interesting, and when I got a chance to try it out for myself, I grabbed the opportunity with both hands.
The device, which is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, is lightweight and easy to grip, and also sports a small LED display on the front that indicates battery status. There’s an on/off button alongside, and long pressing it toggles a travel lock that prevents the device from switching on accidentally. The chrome finish on the front gives the device a premium look, while the texturised sides aid in grip. The power adapter is of the two-pin variety, and one typically used by such devices. The techie that I am, I wish the folks at Philips had provided a Type-C port for charging, but it is what it is.
Coming to the attachments and accessories, Philips provides two blades in the pack, one of them with the click-on skin guard attached. The latter is meant for sensitive areas of the body and ensures there are no nicks or cuts. Then there’s a 3mm body comb, and a precision trimming comb with 14 different length settings ranging from 0.4mm to 10mm. The blade itself is dual-sided, with a fast-moving cutter that can handle even longer hairs easily. Thanks to its glide coating and rounded tips, the blade works quite well on its own as a shaver… doing its work smoothly and efficiently. Philips recommends replacing the blade with a new one after about four months of usage, and you can snag one for Rs 649 — which isn’t too bad I think.
Priced at Rs 7,495, the Philips OneBlade Pro isn’t really the cheapest in the market. And it isn’t for you if a close shave is what you’re looking for. However, it’s quite an all-rounder, and as one blade that does it all, a versatile tool that can get you out of hairy situations in a jiffy.
Editor’s rating: 4 / 5
Pros:
- Versatile
- Works smoothly
- No risk of nicks & cuts
- Fast charging & good battery life
Cons:
- Doesn’t shave extremely close
- Covers a small surface area
- A tad pricey
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