Shoppers have praised the Cremo Barber Grade Razor, currently on offer for £14.40 with an extra refill included, as delivering "unbelievably smooth" results and "the best shave of my life". The razor has an average rating of 4.7 out of five stars, with customers describing it as "far superior to anything available on the high street".
A barber shop-quality shave at home
The Cremo Barber Grade Razor promises a barber shop-quality shave at home, with each cartridge equipped with five blades, three layers of comfort coating, a coated guard bar, and lubricating pools. It is also available in a Tortoiseshell Razor edition priced at £16.95.
Featuring a weighted handle for increased control, the razor is designed to prevent nicks and razor burn, with lubricating pools enriched with Cremo's Shave Cream formula. The coated guard bar further reduces friction and irritation while still achieving a close shave, according to the brand. A pull-back trimmer can be used for precise edging and shaping, as well as for hard-to-reach areas such as under the nose.
Shopper reviews
One shopper said: "I have used a multitude of cartridge razors and with my wiry facial hair, I have had yet to find a cartridge that could get everything just right. I thought I would have to settle on something else until I found Cremo's razor and cartridges."
They continued: "Cremo's razor has a premium look and feel, a nice weight like a good safety razor, and the experience? I have never had such a wonderful, clean, smooth, nick-free, razor-burn free [shave], and with no pulling or tugging, ever. Officially, and hopefully, the last razor I will ever use."
Another customer praised: "Cremo Barber Grade Razors are a cut above the rest. They give you a clean, close, comfortable shave every time. Shaving with the Cremo blades and their shave creams is truly a wonderful experience."
A third echoed: "This product is great. The balance and weight of the razor are incredibly well-done. It's a great product for those who need to shave more than once a week."
Minor criticisms and alternatives
A small number of reviewers suggested some minor areas for improvement, with one writing: "I thought the pull-back trimmer is a little blunt for tight nose corners but it does square off sideburns well." While someone else remarked: "The shaver is nicely weighted, however the handle is a bit slick and slips from my hands at times."
Another impressed shopper raved: "Been looking for a new razor for a while. No longer. The Cremo razor and Cooling Shave Cream combined to give me the best shave of my life. My beard is tough yet sensitive." They concluded: "For the first time in my life I look forward to shaving. New customer for life here!"
When it comes time to replace the cartridge, a set of four Cremo Barber Grade Razor Refills is available for £14.40. Shoppers can also currently get the Cremo Cooling Shave Cream for the reduced price of £9.30.
Over on the high street, a bestselling alternative at Boots is the Wilkinson Sword Hydro 5 Ultimate Men's Razor, priced at £18, which comes recommended by 95% of Boots shoppers who have reviewed it. One of the most popular choices on Amazon is the Gillette Fusion 5 Razor for Men, priced at £27.98 for a pack that comes with 10 refills.
