10 Best Cordless Dog Clippers in 2023: Reviews & Top Picks

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Dogs provide us with infinite joy and entertainment, and few animals seem fond of humans. Caring for a lively canine is rewarding but can also be challenging when grooming your pup. Depending on the dog’s fur condition, professional grooming can be expensive when you’re on a budget. You can save money by purchasing a reliable clipper, but which model is perfect for your pet?

Choosing among numerous online products can be time-consuming, but we’ve done our research to help you pick the right trimmer. We’ve compiled the best cordless trimmers on the market and included detailed reviews highlighting each product’s features and disadvantages.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites (Updated in 2023)

	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		Wahl Bravura Lithium-Ion Cordless Dog & Cat Clipper Kit	5,500 SPM running speed Five-in-one adjustable blade Charges in 1 hour	Check Price
Best Value		Wahl Pro Ion Lithium Cordless Pet Clipper	Weighs less than a pound 6,000 SPM running speed Adjustable blade	Check Price
Premium Choice		Oster Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Pet Clipper	Runs for 2 hours per charge Compatible with all A5 blades Powerful motor can handle thick coats	Check Price
Best for Puppies		Pet Union Professional Dog Grooming Kit	Quieter than similar models Several accessories included Available in five colors	Check Price
		Wahl Professional Animal MiniArco Corded / Cordless	Details ears, face, paws 6,000 SPM Quieter than similar models	Check Price

The 10 Best Cordless Dog Clippers

Wahl is a trusted brand used by professional groomers and amateurs. Its Bravura Lithium-Ion Cordless Dog and Cat Clipper kit won the award for the best overall clipper. The Bravura only weighs 2 pounds, but it’s powerful enough to plow through thick coats and matted fur. It runs for 90 minutes on a charge and only takes 1 hour to recharge. Unlike many competitors, the Bravura can be operated with a charging cord, so you never have to take a charging break during a grooming session.

It features a five-in-one adjustable blade that is handy when you have multiple dogs with different coat lengths. The clippers run at 5,500 SPM for a quick cut that does not get bogged down by tangles or heavy matting, and the low vibration and noise are ideal for timid dogs that run from noisy devices. Although it’s more affordable than many premium clippers, it’s a bit more costly than the average model. Besides the high price, we could not find any reason not to purchase the Bravura.

Several manufacturers produce low-priced clippers, but the Wahl Pro Ion Lithium Cordless Pet Clipper won our best clipper for the money award. The clipper runs at a whopping 6,000 SPM, and the blade adjusts to 30mm, 15mm, and 10 mm. With less than a pound of weight, the Wahl clipper is one of the lightest models in our reviews. It also includes a quick charge function that allows you to charge it for 15 minutes for additional grooming.

If you like products that include tons of extras, you’ll appreciate the additional accessories like the grooming and styling DVD, stainless-steel scissors, seven attachment guide combs, styling comb, blade oil, blade guard, cleaning brush, and a durable storage case. The Wahl Clipper is ideal for beginner groomers but a little too noisy for skittish pups.

The Oster Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Pet Clipper is our top pick of premium models. Unlike most cordless trimmers, the Oster Volt has a detachable battery, and the charger includes a port for an extra battery, so you can charge two at once when you need to trim several pets. The durable clipper uses a single-speed, heavy-duty motor that operates at 2,400 SPM. Although it does not offer the higher speeds of other models, several customers mentioned the clippers did not bind up or hesitate on thick matted fur like the faster trimmers they used.

The Oster Volt is compatible with all A5 blades and runs for 2 hours when fully charged. It does not include an additional battery, but you can order one from Oster. Our only complaint is the clipper’s tendency to heat up near the end of its running time.

Grooming a wild puppy can test your patience, and some clippers are too heavy for little pups. The lightweight Pet Union Professional Grooming Kit is the perfect tool for trimming puppy hair. Some dogs become irritated with other clippers’ loud noise and vibrations, but Pet Union’s model is quieter than most discount brands. The kit includes the cordless trimmer, comb, scissors, blade oil, four guard combs, and nail clippers.

If you need a heavy-duty clipper for several pets, we suggest purchasing a premium trimmer, but the Pet Union is perfect for grooming a puppy. It’s not very durable, and several dog owners complained that removing the blade is challenging.

Some dogs can handle the noise and vibrations from hair trimmers, but most dislike the sensation of having their face, paws, and ears trimmed. Trimming sensitive areas with a bulky clipper can be difficult, but Wahl’s Professional Animal MiniArco Corded/Cordless is ideal for fine grooming details. It’s not designed to groom thick, matted coats but is excellent at detailing hard-to-reach areas, especially with hyperactive dogs. The MiniArco is one of the lightest trimmers online; it only weighs 0.31 pounds.

The clipper kit includes a #30 fine blade, cleaning brush, blade oil, and two guide combs. It operates at 6,000 SPM and only registers 66 decibels. The battery life is much lower than that of other competitors, and its plastic casing is not as durable as that of other Wahl products.

If you’re searching for a complete grooming kit for an affordable price, you can use the Oneisall Dog Shaver Clippers. It features a washable detachable blade, and it comes with six guard combs for multiple coat lengths. The kit also includes stainless-steel scissors, a stainless-steel comb, blade oil, and a cleaning brush. This model is better for small and medium breeds with short coats but becomes stuck in matted fur.

The Oneisall is a top seller on Amazon, but it does have a few problems that prevent it from having a higher ranking. The manufacturer claims that the trimmer only registers 50 decibels, but customer videos display the noise level closer to 70 decibels. It’s available for a great low price, but several dog owners had problems with the trimmer staying charged even when it’s plugged in for several hours.

We examined several clippers before choosing our favorites, but we did not find a model that operated as long on a full charge as the PATPET Removable Blade Dog and Cat Grooming Clipper. It works for 5 hours on a 3-hour charge and features three speeds. The clipper kit includes four guard combs, blade oil, and a cleaning brush. One of the clipper’s best features is the LED display. It warns you when the battery or oil level becomes low.

Although the model’s running time is impressive, the blades are less durable than those of the competitors. Several customers mentioned that the blades dull quickly compared to their previous models. The manufacturer includes the words “removable blade” in the product’s title, but many pet parents were disappointed that they could not reattach the blade easily after cleaning. Replacement blades were available from PATPET in the past, but currently, they’re out of stock.

The Wahl Easy Pro for Pets Rechargeable Dog Grooming Kit includes four guard combs, scissors, a cleaning brush, a comb, and blade oil. It only runs for 60 minutes on a charge, but you can use it with a cord when the battery gets low. Customers who owned smaller dogs with lighter coats loved the Easy Pro, but those with thick-coated pups complained the trimmer frequently jammed. The kit’s accessories are also problematic compared to other Wahl models like our #2 pick.

The flimsy plastic on the scissors and comb could be more durable, and some dog owners mentioned that the guard combs broke easily. Every manufacturer claims to have a quiet clipper, but Wahl’s Easy Pro is too loud to be described as having “low noise.” If your dog has a thick double coat, we suggest trying a premium model.

 With 50 grams of weight, the ARTERO HIT Professional Cordless Grooming Clipper is the lightest trimmer we reviewed. Unlike nearly every model sold online, the ARTERO includes an additional battery for non-stop grooming. It has a detachable blade and accepts A5 blades made by other manufacturers. It only runs at one speed but effortlessly glides through short coats. The premium-grade trimmer cannot, unfortunately, handle thick hair. Matted fur causes the blade to bind up, and numerous pet parents were disappointed with the trimmer’s noise output.

High-end models are typically quieter than the cheaper ones, but the ARTERO is too loud for timid pups. The additional battery undoubtedly raised the product’s price, but it does not perform as well as other models in its price range. You might enjoy this product if you have a short-haired dog not afraid of loud machinery.

The Ceenwes Dog Clippers Cordless Dog Grooming Kit features a trimmer with an adjustable blade for different coat lengths and several accessories, including stainless-steel scissors, a comb, blade oil, four guard combs, a nail file, and nail clippers. It runs for 3 hours on a 4-hour charge and has a low battery indicator to remind you when to charge. Like many low-priced cordless clippers, the Ceenwes works well on light coats, but it’s unable to cut thick fur. The blade pulls at long hair and becomes jammed, which may be due to the blade design. The stationary blade is metal, but the rotating blade is plastic.

The biggest problem with the clippers is the battery design. Several customers complained that the battery only lasted a few months before it became unusable. The accessories are a nice bonus for such a low price, but the manufacturer should have put more effort into the trimmer’s performance.

Buyer’s Guide: How to Pick the Best Cordless Dog Clippers

Grooming your dog can save you a bundle compared to a professional groomer, but you need the right tool to prevent injuries or irritation. Here are some elements to consider when shopping for clippers.

Battery Life

Corded trimmers are challenging to use with hyper dogs, but you never have to worry about running out of power. Cordless clippers are generally lighter and easy to use, but some models have short running times. If you have a small dog or toy breed with a light coat, battery power may not be a significant concern. Longer battery life is more critical when you groom multiple dogs or have to trim thick, matted fur on a giant beast.

We like the trimmers allowing you to charge the unit with a plug while grooming and those with charging docks with slots to charge other batteries. However, you can use a product with a short battery life if you do not mind waiting an hour or more to finish trimming.

Battery Type

Cordless trimmers can be charged by inserting a plug into the trimmer, removing the battery, and placing it in a charging dock. Models that charge without a dock are ideal when you do not have the space in the bathroom or kitchen for a massive plastic charger. However, removable batteries are helpful when you have lengthy grooming sessions and need to charge a replacement while you trim. Before buying a trimmer with a charging dock, check the manufacturer’s website to ensure you can order replacement batteries. Some clipper producers no longer carry batteries for older models.

Noise Level

Every company claims to have a quiet trimmer, but often, their claims are exaggerated. If you have a decibel meter or decibel app, you can check the noise level when you receive the trimmer. Loud trimmers should be returned, but practically every clipper will get louder with age. Cleaning and oiling the unit after every grooming session will extend the trimmer’s life and keep the noise level down. Poor lubrication is often the reason that clippers get noisy.

Blade Longevity

Whether you use stainless steel, titanium, or ceramic blades, you must replace them when they get dull. Cheaper blades may only last a few months, while high-quality ones can last a year or more. If you have a trimmer with a fixed blade that’s not replaceable, your only option is to buy a new clipper when it loses its edge.

Replacement Blade Issues

One common and frustrating problem with dog clippers is the limited supply of extra blades. Some companies, like Oster, allow you to use any A5 blade as a replacement, but others require you to buy replacements from the company’s website. Ordering a battery directly from the manufacturer would not be problematic if the blades were always in stock.

However, several customers complained that they could not get the batteries even when the company claimed to offer them in the product description. We suggest contacting the manufacturer before buying their product to avoid this issue. You can buy from a more reliable producer if they’re out of batteries.

Strokes Per Minute (SPM)

When you examine the strokes per minute ratings in our reviews, you’ll notice a significant variation in the speeds. High-speed trimmers are best for cutting thinner hair and doing touch-ups on the face and legs. Models with lower speeds are better for thick matted hair.

Price

Cheaper trimmers have shorter lifespans, and although it’s wasteful to keep replacing a clipper that dies in a year or less, you’ll spend less money than you would on a professional job. If professional grooming costs $50 to $150 each session, a cheap trimmer will pay for itself in one session.

Conclusion

Grooming is not the most pleasant aspect of being a dog owner, but the experience is less stressful when you have a reliable clipper. Our reviews highlighted the best cordless models, but the Wahl Bravura Lithium-Ion Cordless Clipper Kit was our top pick. It only takes an hour to charge and runs for 90 minutes, and we liked the option of charging the trimmer while you use it. The Wahl Pro Ion Lithium Cordless Pet Clipper was our best value pick, and the lightweight design and quick-charge options make it an ideal choice for beginner groomers.

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