Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 All-in-One Trimmer Review

My review of the Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 All-in-One Trimmer. A Swiss Army Knife of trimmers with multiple trimming options.

Introduction

I’m really interested in trying something like a Skull Shaver, but before I could buy one of those for maintaining my shaved head, I needed to buy clippers to cut my hair when it gets too long for a Skull Shaver or similar clippers. I also had an older body hair trimming set that I wanted to replace as well. That way, I only have to keep one trimmer in my bathroom closet. I eventually settled on the Philips Multigroom 9000, as it had all the options I needed, including an extra-wide hair clipper. If you’re looking for a multi-grooming option that does not require purchasing several separate devices, the Philips Norelco Multigroom 9000 is a solid choice.

First Impressions/Unboxing/Setup

The Philips Multigroom 9000 arrived neatly packaged with just a few minor scuffs on the box.

When I first opened the box, everything except the clippers was already packed into the storage case. This gave me the brief impression that there may not have been a space in the case for the handle/base, but that turned out not to be the case. Everything fits in neatly in the case. The handle/base is just initially packaged directly in the retail box, rather than in the case.

Getting the handle/base charged for use was an easy process. The provided charging cable is about 3 feet long. Connect the provided USB charging cable to the handle/base and then plug the other end into a USB port that provides charge. Then let the device charge for at least 3 hours until the charging indicator light turns green. Note, a wall adapter is not included. I just use a USB port on my desktop computer. This does require me bringing the handle/base into my office, and letting the device sit on top of my desktop while it charges, but that works for me. After the first charging, I really don’t have to charge it that much.

Effectiveness

Considering the extra-wide hair clippers were the main reason I bought the product, I was a little worried when I first saw them. The clippers themselves were significantly narrower than our old set. However, my concerns were quickly resolved after the first try. Both the extra-wide and the regular hair clippers work exceptionally well. They are far more effective than our older clippers. So, the narrower width made very little difference. The clippers cut my hair very quickly and effectively. I am still able to shave my head in significantly less time with these clippers than with the old clippers.

Many of the other attachments that I have tried work just as effectively. The only attachment I haven’t had good luck with is the foil shaver. I don’t care much for foil shavers, but I have tried using the provided foil shaver attachments, and it is not very effective. Given that this is a multi-purpose trimming set, and I did not buy it for the foil shaver, this isn’t an issue for me. This definitely makes the product a less-than-ideal choice for someone looking specifically for a foil shaver.

I was considering using the foil shaver for shaving my neck and my beard’s neckline. Since I find that the foil shaver doesn’t work very well, I just use either one of the two provided hair clippers or the body hair groomer/shaver to trim the neckline on my beard instead. Be careful using the clippers on loose skin. I learned this the hard way while trying to trim some hair on my ears, and ending up with a little nick. If you are shaving areas with loose skin, use the body hair trimmer attachment and always use it with the provided guard.

Here are the other items I use vs. the ones I do not use:

Tried:

• Extra-wide hair clippers
• Hair clippers
• Nose & ear hair trimmer
• Body groomer

Have not yet tried:

• Precision clippers

Tried and don’t use:

• Foil shaver

Haven’t needed:

• Most guard attachments

Durability/Construction

See note above on variations between model numbers.

The Philips Multigroom 9000, specifically model MG9510, is very well made. The handle/base is made from sturdy stainless steel. The base is ergonomically designed, well balanced, and very comfortable to hold. The hair clippers and extra-wide hair clippers are also made from stainless steel. The remaining options, such as the nose and ear hair trimmer, body hair trimmer, and foil shaver, are made mostly from plastic. The cutting blades are all made from metal, of course.

The storage case meets my needs. While I would not describe it as rugged or extremely durable, it is suitable enough for general storage and travel purposes. The case holds the handle/base with one of the steel hair trimmers attached, and has places to hold the foil shaver, body hair trimmer, and nose hair trimmer. One thing that I find the case is lacking is a dedicated space for one of the two hair clippers. It seems to be there is enough room where a slot could be added for storing the one that isn’t attached to the base/handle. There isn’t a place for the extra one though. So, one of those must be stored in the provided pouch. I usually have to dig for the one that is stored in the pouch when I need to swap between the two hair clippers.

One thing that would really be nice, that isn’t included, is a charging base. The only thing that is provided is the roughly 3 foot long USB charging cable.

Options

The options pictured above are, from left to right, an adjustable guard, the body hair trimmer, the handle/base with the hair trimmer attached, the foil shaver, and the rotary nose/ear hair trimmer.

The Multigroom 9000 comes with several attachment options. The main steel trimmer, an extra-wide hair trimmer, a detail/precision steel trimmer (not pictured), a body shaver with protective guard, a rotary trimmer for nose and ear hair, and a foil shaver. Several face/stubble and hair clipping guards are also included. I don’t really use the guard options. You can refer to Philips Norelco Series 9000 for more information. I shave my head without a guard and I keep my beard long. However, it’s nice to know that I have them available if I were to ever want to go back to wearing a shorter beard.

Swapping the various attachments is very easy. Shut the device off, then push up lightly on the inserted attachment on the side opposite the on/off button. The attachment should pop out. Then insert the new attachment into the base.

Battery Life

The Philips Multigroom 9000 (MG9510) has an excellent battery life. The battery lasts up to 6 hours. Since I don’t yet have something like a Skull Shaver for easy daily maintenance, I shave my head with the Multigroom every week or every couple of weeks. I have never had the battery run out of charge, or even show hints of lower power, while using it to shave my head. Since it is battery powered, I do worry a little about the battery running out of charge while I am in the middle of shaving my head. However, this really has not been a concern. I do still proactively charge it occasionally. The battery recharges very quickly. If I were to use it daily to shave my head, I would guess I would need to charge it once every two to three weeks.

Value

I bought my Philips Multigroom 9000, MG9510 model, on December 9th of 2025. It was on sale from CVS and I paid a total of $74.33, with tax. It will likely come as no surprise that the price has gone up a little bit since then. When do prices ever go down? It’s also getting harder to find the MG9510 models. I did find two links, which I have included below, that appear to be the same model that I purchased. Unfortunately, both websites were sold out of the specific MG9510/60 model as of the time I wrote this review. Hopefully, they will have restocked by the time you are reading this.

Walmart

Best Buy

At around $80 to $100, the Philips Multigroom, and specifically the MG9510 model, is a reasonably good value for someone looking for multiple grooming options in one set.

Pros

• Includes storage case suitable for storage and travel.
• Long battery life up to 6 hours.
• Includes extra-wide hair clippers.
• Durable construction. Base is made of sturdy stainless steel.
• Swapping attachments is very easy.
• Good value for the money.

Cons

• No charging base/stand for the handle/base.
• USB wall adapter not included.
• Foil shaver is not very effective.
• Number of attachments and guards may be too much for users that just need a simple trimmer.
• Specific MG9510 model is getting harder to find.

Final Thoughts

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)

The addition of the extra-wide trimmers is especially useful for me for shaving my head. The regular trimmers work well for trimming my beard. The body hair trimmer with the safety guard is a nice touch for trimming stray body hairs. The rotary nose/ear hair trimmers work well enough, and I have not yet experienced any hair pulling, which can sometimes be an issue with rotary trimmers. The battery life is more than long enough for me, and the device charges very quickly.

There is no charging base, only the approximately 3 foot long USB charging cable. A USB wall adapter is also not included. You either have to use a USB port on a device such as a computer, laptop or USB charging brick, or buy a separate wall adapter for charging.

I like and use many of the attachment options provided with the Multigroom 9000, but the number of options may be too much for some users. Users that are just looking for a simple beard/hair trimmer may find something like a Philips OneBlade or Philips Norelco 7000 Series to be a better choice.

For users looking for one grooming tool that can handle most grooming needs, the MG9510 model of the Philips Multigroom 9000 is a solid choice.

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