We compared two nose, ear and facial hair trimmers: the Panasonic ER-GN30 and the Philips NT3650/16.
What we looked at
Blade design, cleaning method, precision claims, handling, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a dual-edge blade trimmer with an innovative Vortex Cleaning System that rinses out hairs without removing the head, the Panasonic ER-GN30 is the value pick, at £8.99. If you would rather pay £4.01 more for a trimmer whose listing states double the cutting slots of its predecessor and a protective guard system designed to avoid pulling and tugging, the Philips NT3650 is the more comfort-focused option, at £13.00.
An £8.99 trimmer with a Vortex Cleaning System that rinses out hairs without disassembly.
A £13.00 trimmer with a stated 16 cutting slots and a protective, pull-free guard system.
Panasonic ER-GN30-K503 Nose, Ear & Facial Hair Wet and Dry Trimmer — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a dual-edge blade trimmer for nose, ear and eyebrow hair from 0.5mm, with an innovative Vortex Cleaning System that rinses out hairs without removing the head, fully waterproof for wet or dry use, and cordless operation on 1 AA battery.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Philips NT3650 on these listings, at £8.99
- Dual-edge blade trims hairs entering from the sides and the top, per the listing
- Vortex Cleaning System rinses out hairs without removing the head
- Fully waterproof for wet or dry use and washable
- Cordless, battery-powered for travel
Worth knowing
- The listing does not state a cutting-slot count for comparison
- No protective guard system named in the listing
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants an easy-rinse cleaning system
- Travel use with a single AA battery
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the listing's stated doubled cutting-slot count
- Buyers who want a named protective guard system
Philips NT3650/16 Nose Trimmer — Most Cutting Slots
Intended for: Marketed as a nose trimmer with a protective guard system stated to avoid pulling and tugging, a fast-moving dual-sided cutter with 16 cutting slots (double the predecessor model's count, per the listing), and a textured handle for grip even when wet.
What we liked
- Protective guard system designed for comfortable trimming with no pulling, per the listing
- 16 cutting slots, stated as double the predecessor model's count
- Textured handle for grip, including when wet
- Well-known Philips brand
Worth knowing
- Costs £4.01 more than the Panasonic on these listings
- The listing does not name a specific cleaning mechanism like the Panasonic's Vortex system
Best for
- Buyers who want the listing's comfort-focused guard system
- Anyone who wants the stated higher cutting-slot count
- A well-known brand name
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a named rinse-cleaning mechanism
