The Best Disposable Razors for Men of 2024, Tested by Grooming Editors

You may think that using a disposable razor means you need to compromise on some features, but these disposable razors are pretty darn close to the cartridge razors you may be used to. There are three blades, which provide a very close shave with minimal irritation with the help of a lubricated strip that conditions skin while you shave. Plus, the strip turns from green to white when the razors get too dull to use (typically around three shaves), so you never have to question when it’s time to throw it out. The flexible head hugs the contours of your face and the ergonomic handle is easy to grip and feels nearly as hefty as a reusable handle.

In our testing, we found that it’s pretty hard to tell a difference between the shave these razors deliver and their cartridge brethren. The fact that they’re packed with similar features probably helps and make the shaving experience easy and smooth. The packaging claims that these are ideal for sensitive skin, and we believe it. We didn’t get any irritation after using these, provided that we switched razors fairly frequently (at least as often as the lubricated strip indicated we should, if not more frequently). The secret, we found, is to never us a dull blade—if you try to use them for too long, they’ll start to leave irritation behind, sensitive skin or not.

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Shaving with sensitive skin can always be a harrowing experience, no matter what kind of razor you use. These disposable razors, however, do a great job of mitigating irritation as much as possible. The ComfortGel strip is more lubricating than other kinds of strips and contains aloe to further help soothe skin while you’re shaving. There are three blades (typically fewer blades is better for sensitive skin) but they are spaced well so they minimize nicks and dragging, plus are easier to rinse so hair doesn’t clog them up. The pivoting head adjusts to the contours of your face for a gentler shaving experience and, perhaps best of all, you can use these up to 10 times (instead of the typical three to four) before switching razors.

Safe for sensitive skin is always a bit of a tricky claim to test because levels of sensitive skin vary and shaving is always a little hard on skin no matter what. These razors, however, do a great job backing their claims up. The aloe-laced lubricated strip really does feel moisturizing and even though there are three blades, the shave never felt harsh or too abrasive and we didn’t experience any razor burn after the fact. And while the razors themselves are not recyclable, we like that you can use them three times as long as others, which helps not just extend the time between throwing them out, but stretches their value, too.

There’s something to be said about simplicity. The general feeling about razors is that the fewer the blades, the better they are for sensitive skin or people who struggle with ingrown hairs. That’s because more blades, while they deliver a very close shave, sometimes cut hair too close, which can lead to a great chance of ingrown hairs and other issues like razor burn. These ultra-simple disposable razors only have one blade, and basically no other features, which isn’t a bad thing. They’re basically like a safety razor, so if you’re a fan of single-blade safety razor shaving, these are a great option.

Plus, their value cannot be denied. For less money than many other packs of disposable razors, you get 12, which means that not only do they last along time, but they’re really great to keep anywhere you might need one: your dopp kit, your gym bag, you name it. We found in our testing that the shave, while not quite as close as some other razors on this list, is very nice and non-irritating and we didn’t really miss the lack of other blades or features. However, if you have very sensitive skin, you may want to opt for something with at least a lubricated strip.

These disposable razors are pretty much as close as you’ll find to a cartridge razor. With five titanium blades, they come out of the package ultra-sharp and effectively cut through thicker beards or a couple days of growth with ease. We found that you do compromise a little bit of comfort for the sake of sharpness, but that kindof a given when you you start getting into the five blade category. These are for guys who aren’t worried about sensitive skin and instead want something quick, sharp and ultra effective.

We also appreciate the added features like the lubricated strip (which contains aloe and Vitamin E) which actually does add comfort to a very close shave and the bonus edging blade, like the kind you’ll find in cartridge razors, which is great for detailing around facial hair and sideburns. If you’re used to a cartridge razor shave, but want to switch it up or have an option for travel, these are the closes we’ve found in both design and shaving.

If you like to toe the middle ground between one and several blades, these are right there in the middle. With two thin blades, these disposable razors provide a smooth, close shave without the risk of going too close like some versions with lots of blades. The thinner blades help keep these fairly gentle as well. The design is simple, but still has some extra features like a lubricated strip that helps condition and soothe skin while you shave, which we found is a welcome addition.

There’s also a “push clean” feature which is supposed to help rinse the blades more effectively. In our testing, we found that it’s a bit better in idea than practice, but we still didn’t have trouble rinsing these between strokes–there are only two blades to worry about after all. We won’t claim that these are the most technologically advanced disposable razors out there, but if you’re after simplicity with a little extra, these are exactly that. Plus, most importantly, they get the job done very well.

Safety razors are popular for a lot of reasons, but mainly because they’re thought to be better for people with coarse or curly whiskers who are more prone to ingrown hairs and razor bumps. However, safety razors can also be heavy and tricky to travel with, which is why these disposable versions are so innovative. The design is the same as your classic single blade safety razor, but instead of metal, they’re made from a blend of plastic and wheatstraw, a more eco-conscious plastic alternative. That means they’re crazy lightweight and easy to pop into your dopp kit or gym bag to take with you anywhere you need to shave.

We will offer this disclaimer: because they’re so lightweight, the sensation of shaving with these feels different than your classic safety razor. So, it may take a little getting used to whether you’re a safety razor pro or not. If you’ve never used a safety razor before, we would suggest starting with a real one before trying these. However, once you get the hang of them, they’re a great travel option.