Short answer
The Philips Norelco Head Shaver Pro 5000 is the best head shaver for most bald men because its self-sharpening blades keep running costs low. Choose the Freebird FlexSeries if you want a full kit and the fastest coverage, and budget for its 4-week blade schedule. For one shaver on head and face, a premium foil like the Braun Series 9 Pro+ works.
The picks, ranked for this need
1
Best overall
See it on AmazonBest overall: flexing head, self-sharpening blades, IPX7. A head shaver from a mainstream shaver brand, with self-sharpening blades and no monthly blade bill.
- Head shaver
- 36 ComfortCut blades
- 360° flexing head
- IPX7
2
Best cheap head shaver
See it on AmazonBest cheap head shaver: hair capture chamber, waterproof, the biggest owner base here. The head shaver to buy when you aren't sure you'll stick with shaving your head. It costs about a quarter of the premium options, it has a bigger following than anything else on this page, and the hair capture chamber keeps your sink usable. You give up a little closeness and a little polish.
- Head shaver
- 5 Dual Track rotary blades
- Hair capture chamber
- 100% waterproof
3
Best kit and coverage
See it on AmazonBest kit and coverage; plan for regular blades. A head-shaving kit with five rotary heads that cover the scalp fast. Budget for blades: Freebird itself says to replace the blade every four weeks.
- Head & body
- 5-head rotary
- 5 attachments
- 90 min runtime
4
Best for head and face with one shaver.
See it on AmazonBest for head and face with one shaver. The safest high-end buy for most faces. It's quick on a two- or three-day beard, gentle enough that most men with touchy skin stop noticing it after the first couple of weeks, and it's built to run for years.
- Foil
- 5 shaving elements
- Wet & dry
- 60 min runtime
+
Budget alternative
SHPAVVER 5-in-1 Head Shaver
See it on AmazonA budget head shaver with seven floating rotary heads, a magnetic detachable head for rinsing and an IPX7 rating. Thousands of owner ratings. Plan on a new head every 3 to 6 months.
How to choose
Rotary head shavers vs face shavers
Head shavers put several rotary heads on a palm-sized body so you can shave the back of your skull without seeing it. Face shavers work on the scalp too, but take longer.
Running costs decide this one
Some head shavers need blades every few weeks. Our calculator on the home page shows what that adds up to.
Technique
Shave after a shower, use slow circles, and go over the crown twice. Moisturize after.
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FAQ
What is the best electric shaver for a bald head?
Philips Norelco Head Shaver Pro 5000 for most; Freebird for a kit.
Can I use a face shaver on my head?
Yes, it just takes longer.
How often to change head shaver blades?
Freebird says every 4 weeks; Philips blades self-sharpen.