Gillette Styler 3-In-1 Trimmer Review – Good? Does It Work??

An Affordable Multi-Purpose Trimmer

This post is about today’s Gillette Styler 3-In-1 Trimmer review, determining how well this jack-of-all-trades performs and see if it is worth purchasing, as this trimmer allows any Gillette razor to be attached to.

Full Disclosure

I ordered this on Amazon to review it properly and paid for it with my own money. I will post Amazon affiliate links below to earn a small commission.

What Is The Gillette Styler 3-In-1 Trimmer?

This multipurpose grooming tool can trim any body hair and facial hair and shave, as there is a razor attachment that hooks on the end of the trimmer. This comes with three guide combs, or just use the trimmer barebones.

What Is Everything That Is Included With Purchase?

1 – Gillette Styler Trimmer

1 – ProGlide Blade Refill

3 – Comb Attachments (2mm, 4mm, and 6mm)

1 – AA Battery

1 – Instruction Pamphlet

Specs

The trimmer with no attachments applied measures 5 3/16″ inches long, and the trimmer head measures 7/8″ inches wide. This comes preinstalled with an AA battery for power. There are three guide combs in sizes 2mm, 4mm, and 6mm.

With the shaving head attached, it measures 6 3/4″ inches long and has a shaving width of a standard blade width with five razors.

Where Can You Use The Gillette Styler On Your Body?

This can be used almost everywhere. It is not designed to give haircuts, but everywhere else is fair game.

• Beard
• Mustache
• Neck
• Arm
• Armpits
• Chest
• Stomach
• Groin
• Legs
• Feet

Performance – How Well Does It Work? Is It Worth Buying?

There are a lot of questions I have about supporting and recommending this trimmer/shaver for performance. As Gillette Styler tries to do everything and does everything it claims, it just has the run-of-the-mill performance.

Beard

Would I reach for this to trim my whole beard?

No. I have better tools that do a better job and faster. But this would be better used to be an edger or to groom the beard well. It is suitable for detailing the beard, though, as the small head can easily get under the nose or around the mouth with no problem.

Groin

Would I reach for this to trim groin hair?

Sure, it works well for this. But is it the best groin trimmer I have used? No! The small trimming head makes trimming hair nice as it gets into tight spots and is easily maneuverable. I didn’t experience one nick when using it down there. I also experience no pulling or tugging.

While it does perform every grooming task that it is designed for, it just lacks that speed and blade width. Overall, I would say this is okay.

Shaver

Personally, I’m not too fond of multi-blade razors. I’ve used these for decades, and I will never return to using one EVER!

Multiblade razors irritate my skin because of razor bumps on my neck. I have solved this problem in two ways: using a micro trimmer (Philips Norelco Oneblade) and using a single razor blade to shave my face. See Other Trimmers Worthy Of Looking At (below) for more details.

If you are a fan of these blades, I love the thickness of the handle, and it gives a good feel when shaving.

Overall

If you are looking for a cheaper all-in-one body hair trimmer, this will do the job but don’t expect a top-of-the-line result. Also, for some tasks, expect the time to complete them to take longer. It takes almost twice the amount of time a wider trimmer would.

Better tools are available; you must figure out if you want to pay more for a better trimmer.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• It will trim your beard, balls, and body hair. The trimming head works for all these areas.
• With such a small trimming head, it is easier to detail areas like your beard and private areas.
• It comes with a working battery already installed in the device. So it is ready right out of the blister pack.
• It has a waterproof design, so you can use it in the shower or rinse it under the sink.
• This will work with any Gillette 5-blade razor refill.
• I didn’t experience any nicks on my balls when I used this, but I was careful to attack the hair at the right angle to minimize cuts and nicks.
• The shaving head and guide combs are easy to attach to the trimmer.
• When using it to trim the hair in the groin area, the small head gives you a lot of control and precision.
• It is about the middle of the road as far as noise is concerned.
• Very slim design.
• The handle is comfortable and has many counters to help hold it steady.
• The razor is nice and sharp. If you are a fan of 5-bladed razors and I, for one, will not be using them on my face, I am not a fan of the 5-blade razors as they cause razor bumps. I got tired of this and switched to a quality single razor blade. I love these two razors: the OneBlade Hybrid & the Pete & Pedro Safety Razor. A single blade is where it is at for me, and I never have skin irritations.
• For shaving, I like the extra wide handle; this gives you a more secure grip and something to hold on to.
• Price friendly.

Cons

• Small trimming head. Its small trimmer head makes just about any grooming job take longer, as the width is pretty darn narrow.
• The trimming head works, but it just takes slightly longer for two reasons: the small trimmer head and, I think, the design of the trimmer head.
• It needs a little bag to keep all the parts together. It says it has an organizer, but it’s just the plastic it came in and, in my eyes, not good enough. I will use a ziplock bag to keep everything secured and prevent getting lost. I guess the organizer was discontinued in 2017. Amazon should remove this.
• No warranty on this product.

Other Trimmers Worthy Of Looking At

I will list some of my favorite trimmers below with brief explanations if you want a better product.

Philips Norelco OneBlade Face & Body Trimmer – This has double-sided micro trimmer blades that trim the hair so close it is almost like shaving. I’m not kidding, and it’s that good.

It trims hair both pushing and pulling. It is powerful, has a bunch of different guide combs, and is made for facial, groin, and body hair. I immediately fell in love with this trimmer because it’s fast and reliable—one of my best grooming tools.

You can read more about the OneBlade here: Philips Norelco OneBlade Face & Body Review.

Beard Razors

Switching to a single razor blade to shave my face is another game-changer. I have no skin irritations at all, and I am prone to razor bumps on my neck. One of my favorite razors is the OneBlade Hybrid Razor. This has a lifetime with an “s” guarantee on the razor. That is how long this company stands behind its razors. While they are on the pricey side, they are worth it.

Check out my full review here if you want to make the switch: OneBlade Hybrid Razor Review.

Tips & Questions

Go Against The Grain For Better Trimmer Results.

When using the trimmer with or without the guide comb, it is best to go against the grain.

Can You Have The Motor Running When Shaving?

Yes, you can shave with the motor running or with the motor turned off. The option is up to you. See if you like it with it on.

Do You Have To Take Off The Trimming Head To Apply The Razor?

No. Leave the trimming head on and apply the razor as shown in the instruction pamphlet.

Can You Use It In The Shower?

Yes. This device is marketed as waterproof, so you can use it in the shower if that is your preferred method. Also, rinse it under the sink to clean the trimming head or razor.

Can You Use It On Pubic Hair?

Yes. It can be used with no guide combs attached or with guide combs to trim pubic hair. It does a decent job of handling the area.

How Long Does The Battery Last?

This uses an AA battery; on average, the battery should last approximately 1 to 1.5 months. Depending on the user, of course.

Can You Use This To Cut Hair (haircut)?

No. It is not designed to give haircuts.

How Do You Know The Battery Needs Replacing?

The trimmer will start to slow down or even stop working. Now is a good time to replace the battery.

The Final Shave On Gillette Styler 3-In-1 Trimmer Review

It’s a decent trimmer for the money, but I know of better products and wouldn’t reach for this Gillette Styler 3-In-1 Trimmer/Shaver. Maybe I am becoming a grooming snob, but after years of reviewing products, I think it is inevitable. Nothing wowed me about its performance, but it works.

I like having this around for edging or detail work for my face, as it works great.

It’s an okay product but not mind-blowing by any means.

Would love to hear your questions or comments below.