Cartridge Razors – Articles, Reviews, and Guides

7 Best Cartridge Razors 2024 – Tested, Compared, and Reviewed

After testing and reviewing a number of cartridge razors, we were able to put together a roundup of the best that are suitable for various skin types, budgets, and other needs. While Gillette is the number one player in this roundup, other good razors are included.

Gillette Cartridge Razor Reviews

Gillette Mach3 Review – Are Three Blades Better Than Two?

The Gillette Mach3 is likely to be the first cartridge razor that many men started to use in the 1990s. It’s still the best seller in the USA despite all the other razors that have come on the market since the 90s, including any Gillette’s.

Gillette Mach3 Turbo Review – Is It Faster or What?

The Gillette Mach3 Turbo cartridge razor is an upgrade from the Mach3, which has slightly improved features. Do these improved features make a difference with the shave? We wanted to find out if paying the extra cash for the Mach3 Turbo cartridges was worth it or not!

Gillette Fusion5 Review – An Aggressive Close Shave

Gillette introduced the Fusion5 on the market in 2006 and surprised people with their five-blade razor when we thought three blades were enough. The Fusion5 shares many similarities with the Mach3; however, we share some big differences in the review.

Gillette ProGlide Review – An Upgraded Fusion?

After the Fusion5, Gillette then introduced the Gillette ProGlide. It was first called Fusion ProGlide, but now it’s sold as the ProGlide. This Gillette cartridge razor model has a thicker lubrication strip and a slightly larger handle that looks futuristic with a cool gunmetal appearance.

Gillette SkinGuard Review – Does It Help Sensitive Skin Type Gents?

Another razor made by Gillette, which is quite unique compared to others, is the Gillette SkinGuard. This is only a two-blade razor that offers more skin protection than most other razors. This razor was developed for men that have sensitive skin.

Gillette ProGlide Shield Power Review -A Pulsating Cartridge Razor

If you thought a cartridge razor could not be electric-powered, then that’s not completely true. However, the electric power of the ProGlide Power does not do the shaving work for us; it just assists with vibrations.

GilletteLabs Exfoliating Razor Review — is It Worth Buying?

The latest razor range is the GilletteLabs series of cartridge razors from the largest shaving company worldwide. The selling point primarily for the Exfoliator Pad Razor is probably obvious — exfoliation. Great handle on this razor; however, not everything is great about this shaving tool.

GilletteLabs Heated Razor Review –More Gimmiky Than Useful & Effective?

Heat while shaving is always going to be a positive contributive factor for the shave experience. However, any positive feature always comes at a cost, and the cost of the GilletteLabs Heated Razor is quite costly. However, this is a shaving tool for those willing to spend for luxury.

Gillette Mach3 vs Mach3 Turbo – Which is the best?

We took a closer look at these two razors ‘Mach3 and Mach3 Turbo‘ to find out the difference between them and then sought to find whether these differences actually made any difference. A side-by-side shave can usually help work out which shaving tool is superior to another.

Mach3 vs Fusion 5 — Which One to Choose?

The Gillette Mach3 was the first three-balded razor and then the Fusion5 was the first 5-bladed razor introduced by Gillette. Both have their advantages and disadvantages worth considering.

Gillette Labs vs ProGlide – Which is the Best?

These pair of razors was perfect for a head to head comparison to see which cartridge razor was better than the other. Gillette often pushes a new product but are they worth having?

Gillette Fusion5 vs ProGlide – Differences Compared Side-by-Side

These were two ideal cartridge razors to do a side-by-side comparison with. The Gillette Fusion 5 and ProGlide have a lot in common. However, there are some significant differences between them. What we wanted to know was, did the enhanced features of the ProGlide make a difference when shaving?

Other Cartridge Razor Reviews

Harry’s Truman Razor Review – Affordable, but it needs to Shave Good

Okay, enough of Gillette for now; let’s take a look at another brand of cartridge razors. The Truman is the only razor the company Harry’s sells, although they do have the Winston, which is a different handle.

BIC Flex 5 Hybrid Review – Are The Savings Worth It?

The Bic Flex 5 Hybrid was an interesting razor to use and review as it seemed more affordable than others on the market. However, a razor still needs to shave well even if it’s cheaper, right?

Schick Quattro Titanium Razor Review – Mild and Priced Nice

The Schick Quattro was worth testing and reviewing, and rightly so –it’s a good choice of razor for those budgeting on blades. The razor leans toward the mild side when compared with others

Dedicated Head Razor Reviews

HeadBlade Moto Review – We’ve Used Better for Head Shaving

The HeadBlade Moto is a dedicated cartridge-type razor for head shaving. This was a product we had high expectations of, and we thought it was going to be something that would wow us. There was some disappointment.

HeadBlade ATX Review – A Dedicated Razor for Balding Gents

The HeadBlade ATX looks just like a children’s all-terrain 4×4 toy, minus the back wheels. It’s another dedicated razor from the company HeadBalde with a different design, although much of the razor is the same as the Moto.

HeadBlade Moto vs ATX – Which One Is Best?

We tested and shaved with both the HeadBlade ATX and Moto and wanted to then find out the differences and which one shaved better, or had features that worked best. Either model is very similar, but there are differences.

Cartridge Razor Guides & Articles

Safety Razor vs. Cartridge Razor – Side by Side Comparison

Is using a safety razor better than shaving with cartridge razors? As with all communities, there are always some staunch experts to swear against something or other, and as strange as it seems it goes on in the men’s grooming community as well, with shaving.

How To Shave Your Balls Routine – Tips and Advice

One of the best shaving tools a person can use for shaving pubic hair and his crown jewels is the cartridge razor. The cartridge razor is most definitely the safest razor to use. There is a skill involved or rather a better technique that can be used to shave our privates.

How to Shave Your Head in the Shower and the Benefits

A good quality cartridge razor is what we would recommend using for head shaving when not using an electric shaver. They are very safe for head shaving and get as close to the scalp as a person could get or need with a razor. Cartridge razors also work well in the shower.