4 Best Back Shavers - Top Back Hair Removal Product Reviews

Being hairy is part of being a man.

But this is the 21^st century. There’s no need to live with barrels of back hair just because it’s there.

Shaving your back hair is a simple way to alleviate the bear look without the extra hassle or money required by other methods. But you can’t do it with a normal razor and soap. You need a back shaver.

The best back shavers remove the hair from all the hard-to-reach places on your back painlessly and effortlessly. But there’s a few of these on the market. And not all of them are right for every man.

The following is a comprehensive guide for any man – whether you resemble a bear or need a little bit of grooming – who wants to remove his back hair without asking for help.

Here are my 3 best back shavers for those who can't wait:
1. Mangroomer Ultimate Pro Back Shaver - great for thick hair and easy to use. (electric).
2. BaKblade Big Mouth Do-It-Yourself Back Hair Shaver - Manual and lightweight.
3. Razorba Back Hair Shaver - Manual and very cheap.

A back shaver is a personal grooming tool designed for any one who wants to remove or better maintain his back hair.

Back shavers offer the close, personal shave of a razor designed for your face. But they include extra features that make back shavers what they are, for example: accessing hard-to-reach and hard-to-see places on your body, like your middle and lower back.

At its core a back shaver is basically a big razor - a long ergonomically designed handle and blades designed to tackle body hair.

So why do you need a back a shaver?

Assuming you're already shaving your back, you simply can’t get the same results with a razor and shaving cream on your own. It’s impossible to get the angles required for a close, tidy shave with a small razor. Plus, the blades of a standard razor aren’t designed to accommodate the amount or thickness of back hair.

So, unless you'll ask someone else to do it for you (which is fine), the result will probably be an uneven, patchy shave.

A back shaver will give you the freedom to take care of your back hair on your own in the privacy of your home.

It’s also true that you have other options when it comes to removing back hair.
I've tried both, and i'll share my personal experience.

Waxing is always an option for men with back hair. But waxing comes with the regular expense of a salon service and the risk of ingrown hairs.

After going through some waxing sessions on my own (on the chest and not the back). I can't strongly suggest against this, because you'll get the desired outcome, a smooth back.

The number one reason I prefer shaving is the independence factor, you can do it on your
own at your own discretion. You don't need anyone else, that's a huge pro, at least for me.

Costs & time are another reason. With a back shaver it's a one time expense, while waxing is a recurring expense. You can shave your back quickly once you get used to it.

Pain can be a huge factor for some men. Waxing is painful, shaving is not. 

What's good in waxing? In my experience it takes longer for the hair to grow back after you
wax, it's nice, but once you have your own shaver it's not a deal breaker, you can do it as often as you'd like.

More men have turned to laser hair removal in recent years. You'll see great results, but again, it is an expensive process. Patience is also required because it typically takes multiple sessions to see results.

So, if you have a date next week that you’re hoping will lead to the removal of your shirt amongst other clothing, IPL isn’t going to do it for you.

Before diving into the reviews, you’ll need to know more about what to look for when you’re buying one.

The price is usually $15 to upwards of $50. High-end models tricked out with all the newest specs (including lithium batteries) can reach $100.

Replacement cartridges cost between $15 and $20 for a pack of one to three.

Shaver models vary widely. There are a few key characteristics to look out for. Keep in mind that the style or model doesn’t make one shaver definitively better than the other. Many of these features benefit some men more than others.

There are different handle lengths available. Some will have long handles designed to reach every area of your back. Others will have shorter handles for men who only have or only want to remove shoulder hair.

Some shavers are designed to provide a close shave. Others offer 5-inch blades to speed up shave time, but they don’t provide a very close shave.

Different shavers also offer different grip and ease of reach. Some will also be waterproof while others might be best used outside the shower environment.

To recap, look for these features when you’re considering which back shaver is the right one for you:

You have 3 options: Electric, battery-powered, and manual.

A manual back shaver can be taken anywhere and used until the cartridge becomes dull.

If you’re deciding between electric and battery-powered shavers, you’ll need to think about two things: battery life and usage. Some batteries will require charging while other shavers will include good old AA batteries.

Adding a battery to a shaver generally results in a heavier, less ergonomic shaving experience. The same is true for electric shavers.

You’ll also need to consider the power and what that means for your shave. You’ll need to make sure you’re not buying a trimmer for “manscaping” when what you want is a clean shave.

Cleaning your shaver is something you'll have to do. So make sure your shaver is easy to clean and maintain.

Six steps are all that is required to clean razors used on your face. But since you’re typically dealing with a bigger cartridge and a more awkwardly shaped device, you’ll need to make sure you can keep it in a clean place.

Here’s a quick list of questions to ask when you think you’ve found the right model.