Wahl 5 Star Magic Clip Review
Ah, Wahl’s 5 star Magic Clip. Whether you pick the V9000 corded Magic Clipper or its fantastic cordless version, you’ll be getting Wahl’s finest.
There’s quite a lot to be said about these two hair cutters. So while in this Wahl 5 Star Magic Clip review I’ll focus on its cordless version, you will also read:
- Insight into which would be a better fit for you – corded or cordless
- Comparisons: How the cord vs cordless Magic Clip compare to each other, as well as comparing them to Wahl Senior and the Cordless Designer
This Wahl 5 Star Magic Clip review might seem long, but should cover most things that concern you.
I’ll be honest. The cordless Magic Clips are up there at the top of Wahl’s pro lineup for me, along with my favorite 5 star Seniors:
The corded (V9000) vs cordless 5 Star Magic Clip: A Review
While both hair cutters are under the same 5 star series – which guarantees top Wahl quality, there’s quite a few different things to them. And no, I’m not only talking about the cord-free vs wireless function only. Dimensions is the first distinction. The corded 5 star Magic Clip on Amazon.com weighs 1 lb and measures 6.5″. The wireless version cuts the weight with around 40%. Yes, the cordless Clipper weighs a mere 10 oz and its body is also shorter at 6.25″. The motor is another important point. The corded cutter comes with Wahl’s strongest V9000 electromagnetic motor. It’s the same as the one you’d find in classics like the Wahl Seniors. Here’s a quick overview video of it:
The 5 star cordless Magic Clip, however, runs on a rotary motor. Yes, it isn’t as powerful as the V9000. However, it operates by causing less frantic blade movements. Instead, the blades move back and forth, parallel to each other. Thus the risk of blades getting misaligned is significantly lowered. Speaking of the Magic Clip blades, it’s good to know how the two models differ here too. The 5 star Magic Clip comes with the 2-hole #2191 blade. This is a fade-ready blade, the same as the 5 star Seniors, with a zero overlap feature included. Once again, the cordless Wahl Magic Clip takes another approach. Here, you have the #2161 stagger tooth, “crunch” blade. Combining close cuts with great fading potential, it also allows for more free range. I’d say it’s more precise than the #2191 fade blade.
In terms of accessories, the clippers are the same. You’ll get 8 Wahl guards: from #1 to #8 (1/8″ to 1″), including the #1/2 and #1 1/2 (1/16″ and 3/16″ respectively, for blending/tapering/fading.) Guard #7 is not included in the kit. However, you get clipper oil, a cleaning brush and a blade guard.
In other words: We recommend the corded Clip if you want a traditional professional clipper on a tighter budget. It’s perfect for bulk cutting and fades/tapering alike. However, the cordless 5 star Magic Clip is ridiculously lightweight, has an even better stagger tooth blade and is way more mobile. With a record-breaking 90 minute battery included, it features the ultimate convenience. Protip: we included the cordless 5 star Magic Clipper in both our best barber clippers list, as well as our list with the best cordless clippers. Let’s get to the Magic Clip cordless review itself.
What I love the most about the 5 Star cordless Magic Clip
…is actually the amazing combination of features it strings together beautifully. Usually, clippers trade convenience for power/performance. Not with this model.
As I mentioned, the 5 star cordless Clip weighs only 0.62 lbs. That means absolutely no strain on your hands, even after quite a few haircuts.
Flexibility meets functionality with the premium rotary motor. The problem with some electromagnetic motors (like the V9000 too) is that they cause frantic movements. This both makes them heat up and puts some pressure on the blades.
The cordless Magic Clipper’s rotary motor both ensures cooler operation and makes the blades move only back and forth. With less abnormal movements, they are less prone to get misaligned too.
Motor aside, the stagger-tooth crunch blade you have here is my favorite Wahl blade type.
It not only guarantees high-quality fades, but works extremely well on ethnic/curly hair. The #2161 crunch blade is Wahl’s biggest masterpiece. You shouldn’t encounter any issues with gliding through any type of hair with it.
Absolute freedom of movement
on a great battery
You already know what getting a cordless clipper means – mobility, convenience and getting your haircut wherever you wish. For barbers, this means you don’t have to dance around tangled cords all the time. A very common problem with cordless cutters is the battery charge. A lot of companies will promise you intense action for minutes upon minutes…And you’ll find your clipper choking after only a few haircuts. Once again, the 5 star cordless Magic Clip doesn’t disappoint. Its durable Lithium-Ion battery holds a close to 90 minute charge. This is one of my favorite things when I compare it to the corded clip.
The battery life is a huge improvement on other wireless cutters on the current market. A lot of them are limited to 40 to 60 minute charges.
What’s more, the Clip charges quite fast. Around 3 to 4 hours and it’s up and running again.
Also, even if it dies out on you, you can plug it and use it corded too. Yes, it won’t ever, ever leave you hanging – if you’ve had horror stories with half your haircut done and a dead battery ending your hopes.
Shortcomings of the cordless Magic Clip
It’s pretty hard to point out any serious problems with this machine. That said, the cordless Wahl Magic clip tends to suffer from lack of proper torque from time to time.
The root is in its rotary motor, vastly different to the corded version’s V9000 motor. What this effectively means is that you might experience blade slowdowns on some rare occasions.
As long as you cut carefully and smoothly, though, you shouldn’t encounter any serious issues.
You also have to be a bit careful with the Wahl 5 star Magic clip’s blade. Its high quality also means it can get sharp. You risk cutting yourself if you treat it lightly and decide to fully zero gap it.
Nicking your skin is a possible scenario if you don’t pay attention. However, this also holds true for many other electric hair cutters. As long as you take your time in growing accustomed to how the Clip works, you’ll be fine.
I have to say this again: this is one of the best professional Wahl clippers for beginners.
Wahl cordless Magic Clip vs Wahl cordless Designer
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Wahl Magic Clip vs Wahl Senior
There’s an important difference between the cordless Magic Clip and the Designer: the blade.
With the cordless Designer, you have Wahl’s #1005 universal blade. While great for general cuts, it won’t perform as well as the Clip’s dedicated #2161 crunch blade with its zero overlap.
In other words, with the Clip you pay a little more in exchange for blade versatility. The Designer (our review here), while also sporting a great body, doesn’t feel as sturdy.
Both clippers differ quite a bit with their design so it also depends whether you like Wahl’s typical chrome x burgundy 5 star mix, or the Designer’s crimson looks. In both cases you get 8 Wahl guards, so you won’t lack accessories.
Comparing the Magic Clip vs Wahl Senior is a 50/50 situation. The Seniors are extremely heavy-duty ready, and especially if you grab the 5 star model equally better for fades. After all, they have the same #2191 fade blade from Wahl.
As I said, the corded V9000 Clip shares the same motor as the Senior clippers. However, the Seniors’ highly durable, metallic construction is a better choice if you prefer heavier (1.3 lbs) clippers and increased security.
This is especially true if you go for the Reflections Senior on Amazon.com which scores the highest in terms of tight grip, overall feel and sturdiness. However, it’ll be a bit more expensive too.
Final verdict
As you can already see from this Wahl 5 Star Magic Clip review, I’m a huge fan of this clipper model:
Very comfortable to use, lightweight and ergonomic
Exceptional quality in both the crunch blade, rotary motor and battery life
Perfect for people just starting out with cutting their own hair at home with clippers
If you’re looking for something flexible, easy on the hands and capable of more intense haircutting, this is your pro hair cutter of choice.
There’s a reason there are 5 stars in the Wahl 5 star Magic clip’s product name. It will make your life more compact and simple and unlock a lot of possibilities for doing quality haircuts at home.
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Wahl 5 star Magic clip
Good points
- Wahl 5 star series quality
- Incredibly lightweight
- Perfect for people starting out
- Superb battery
- Rotary motor + good blades
Bad points
- Motor torque difficulties
- Blades can get too sharp
- Sensitive to current battery life
- No battery indicator
Thanks you so much!! With Christmas coming, I didn’t know what to pick for my fiancé. He’s been thinking of doing his own buzz cut as his receding hairline is getting more and more visible and $$ for barbers really pile up.
I decided to go with this cordless gadget after reading your review. He’s very happy!!
So far we haven’t encountered any issues with it! He’s still pretty bad at doing the back of his head so I’m helping out and the machine really isn’t heavy at all!!
Woohoo! That’s something which ABSOLUTELY makes your morning when you wake up on an otherwise grumpy Saturday! We’re glad about your pick, that model is really a piece of art. I guess many go for the corded Clip due to its more affordable price, but the cordless just takes it to another level.
The back of the head is a COMPLETE hassle. Luckily, with some practice your fiance will get the hang of it. Give it some time and he’ll rock the buzzcut like a champ. Have a nice holiday 🙂
Can i use this in kores via 220volts charging?
I mean In korea or philippines thanks
Hi Kenneth!
The Clip comes with US voltage supported, so you’ll need to find a converter to 220 volts. Otherwise you’ll fry the machine and it won’t operate.
You should also take into account the Herz Korea/Philippines operate on, as I’m not sure. If it’s only about the volts, an inexpensive converter will be alright. With the HZ it can be a bit trickier…
Cheers!
Thanks for your responce alex…i bought a 32usd converter in u.s ..im.waiting for my clipper magic cordless to deliver here in korea.about lastweek of march and i cant wait ehehe..thanks a lot
Good to hear, man! I’m in Japan for a few weeks myself, so I can understand the different voltage struggle.
End of march? Damn, that’s a lot…
Hope you like it as much as I did when I used one! Sticking to a corded Super Taper now for some change in my home use. But the cordless Clip is something completely different. Very sophisticated machine.
Cheers!
Hello I will buy the corded from Greece I will need to a n adapter?
Hey Renaldo!
Probably yes. Google tells me that in Greece you run on 220v, right? This is twice the amount of voltage in the US.
Without an adapter to help with that, your machine will get fried!
Hope I helped,
Alex
The information that you have given is probably incorrect. – Its transformer should internally automatically changes from 110V-120V or 220V-240V in any country in the world, but it requires a cheap travel adapter to work. – I live in the UK. – Wahl UK gave me the above information, which means that it should be 100% correct despite that we are talking about the USA’s version.
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Yes, you can. – The transformer automatically internally switches from 110V-120V to 220V-240V. – This means that with a cheap adapter you can use it within any country that has these voltages anywhere in the world.
Great review thanks!
Have you had the opportunity to A/B this against the Wahl Sterling Pro Lithium Ion?
Trying to decide between the two. Not being a pro, I’m not quite sure where the real pros and cons lay that I should concern myself with. I have 5 kids and this is primarily for them. The German “Magic” Blade on the Sterling is what interested me. The Battery life on the 5 Star and the wide fan base drew me to it.
Thanks!
Hi Chad!
When I was in Europe, a barber there worked on me with the Moser 1884 and I wasn’t impressed. He wasn’t either. I’m mentioning the Moser, because this model is exactly the same as the Sterling Pro Li ion. Moser is a part of Wahl’s European operations.
Honestly, the 5-in-1 blade is a great tech, but with the Li Ion the length adjustments aren’t that spectacular, unlike their Bravura (aimed at pet owners.) What the Sterling does better is a) it does have a battery indicator and b) the body is sturdier/design feels more premium.
The Clip has a slightly longer battery life (~90 mins vs 75 mins) which seems important as you have 5 kids (and you, probably?) to take care of. The crunch blade of the Clips is also more precise, in my opinion. And so and so you’ve got a full set of guards to control the length. If you want something more premium, consider Wahl’s “metal” clip guards: they fit more securely than the stock plastic ones.
Not to mention that the Sterling involves some serious expenses!
My personal view, of course. And wow, with 5 kids you’ll have just enough practice to open your own barbershop at one point!
Cheers and have a great week,
Alex
Is there two types of the wahl magic clipper “corded”? like one with v5000 motor and another with v9000 motor?? I’ve been looking to buy a wahl magic corded clipper, and in some places i’ve read that it’s a v5000 motor… What’s all that about? I thought it only was a v9000 corded magic clip… not a v5000?
Hey Remon,
You know, that just might be the case in Europe. From what I see on Wahl’s UK site, they list the corded Clip as one with a V5000 motor.
US Amazon, however, sells a V9000 model. Wahl’s US/global site also lists it as a V9000: http://wahlpro.com/products/5-star/magic-clip/
I’m only familiar with the American-sold Magic Clip and it’s with a V9000 motor for sure!
My Five star magic clips won’t hold a charge when off, only charge when clipper turned on which hey hot after awhile. Like duh right so I might complain to get a new pair cause my colleagues drops there’s a lot and still functioning. Sad story cause I really love this clip. Just wanna use the cordless
How to buy in philipines
Hello Dee,
I’m sorry, not familiar what the situation is in your country. You can try getting it on Amazon and then using a converter if your country doesn’t use the same volts as the US.
Maybe Wahl have a local branch too?
Best,
Ryan
Hi. How does the magic clip perform through the larger guards? 4 to 8?
Hi Gary!
What do you mean — you’re wondering whether it goes through longer (and thicker at the same time) hair as it would for closer fades/cuts, or?
Both the corded and cordless should encounter no issues with all hair types, not sure what yours is. The cordless Clip will be a bit better given its blade. Especially with the Steel-fit Wahl guards for some extra strong hold to the blades, instead of the somewhat flimsy pure plastic guards.
Cheers!
Alex
Hi Alex! I want you to ask that what do you tink about the first charge..because my friend who delivered me my fantastic Wahl Magic Clip ,i don’t no why but his packed out and he did not charge’d for 3-5 hours ,just maybe 2hours..soo what do you think this can be a big problem if we look the battery runtime or battery life?
Thank you in advance
Hi there, Csika!
Hm…you know, I have always kept to a full charge as described by the manufacturer, just to be on the safe side.
However! Honestly, I don’t think it should be such a problem. Sometimes I’ve received items that were already charged a bit (including clippers, my last Remington HC4250 was the same.)
So in your case the Clip might have had some charge already anyways, making it closer to the ‘factory’ charge.
Did you try it out yet? If the battery runs ~80-90 minutes, it should be fine. Wahl say up to 90 minutes, so sometimes it can be 5-10 minutes less than that 🙂
Cheers and let me know!
Alex
Hi Alex, first i wnat to thank you for your reply ,it helped me a lot…:)yesterday i tryed out the machine and it’s worked perfecly!:)very nice clipper esspecialy we look at it’s cordless..it’s ligth weigth and chip hair like hot knife the butter!i did not measure the runtime yet ,but i cutted about 7-8 hairdo and i think theres gonna be no problem with my Magic Clip!the second charge i left on charge about four and half hour..i hope this will help to maximize the runtime?!
Cheers and i wish you all the best! 🙂
Awesome to hear, man! Very glad about that!
Yeah, I really think in its price range, the cordless Clip is the absolute best. Good battery, light body, the great crunch blade. What more? 😀
Yep, you should be good with the battery from now on. Remember, if there’s a problem, Wahl covers their clippers with a guarantee. Their customer service, in my own experience, is always very helpful.
Cheers to you too, use your Clip happily!
Alex
Halo Alex. This is a very good website that helps me in choosing clipper.
However I still waiting a review of cordless V5000 Super Taper. Is that better than cordless V9000 Five Star Legend in run time?
Cheers,
Aditya S.
Difference between magic clip cordless version american and asian?? Help me
Hi!
I haven’t used an Asian Magic Clip. However, based on a talk we had with another user (from Australia) here, the difference might be that the Asian-distributed Clip has a V5000, not a V9000 motor.
So, it’s a bit weaker in terms of motor power. Other than that, it should have the same blade and parts.
Cheers!
Alex
Hello Alex. I’ve been looking at the Supra ZR, but it runs at a max of 3800rpm compared to Wahl’s Magic Clip going at 5500rpm. How does these two compare up overall? I do alot of fade and bald fade work. Price range doesn’t matter, but i’m in doubt which of these two clippers will get the job done. I worry the 3800rpm on the Supra ZR wont give me a crisp clean cut, and that i have to run over the same area several times to catch small hairs that it misses (if it does?). Any advice?
Thanks!
Kind Regards
Hello Johan!
Honestly, Ryan is a great fan of the Supra ZR, but for fading work and bald fades, I’d go with the Magic Clip. Sure, with the Supra you’ve got the cooler ceramic blades, but usually the Magic Clip doesn’t overheat that much.
In fact, my personal opinion is that the cordless Clip might be your best bet. It’s smaller/lighter than the Supra ZR (I’ve seen a few barbers complain about the slightly bigger ZR design and its flexibility), rotary motor generates less heat than the corded Clip, and you’ve got the crunch blade that’s essentially an even more improved fade blade.
I guess where the Supra ZR excels is if you want to do a great lot of reaally versatile work that’ll utilize its 5 different speeds. I’d advise you to also watch a few barber videos with these clippers for further research…but yeah, I’d vouch for the cordless Clip here.
Cheers and hope I managed to help out a bit!
Alex
Hi Alex, I have been reading your comments on the 5 star magic clip..I was rather confused at what to get. I reside in India and noticed that wahl India is seeking the magic clip here too. Is there any difference between the 5 star magic clip sold in India and abroad? I did call their customer care to check but they preemptorily cut the call saying that they were busy!! I checked on Amazon.in and was a bit surprised to see differential pricing applied to the same product and though the Indian site said what’s being sold in India is 5500 rpm, Amazon.in in it a item description mentions it as 9000 rpm..I was further confused at seeing the other cordless clippers…could you please guide me on what would be the best clipper to go in for? I did check out the Panasonic 1611 but it doesn’t seem worth it to spend so much money for a product which doesn’t seem to have generated great comments on Amazon.com
To add to my confusion, some of the sites which rate the best clippers have referred to clippers which don’t even seem to be available any more!!
I am a home user and plan to use it st home to shave my head. I had been afflicted with cancer and had to shave my head several times. Since my hair hasn’t grown back and there is only sparse growth I thought it would be better to keep shaving it and so wanted a good clipper…
Hi Rohit. I am sorry to say that I don’t know of any differences between the Wahl sold in the West and those sold in India. If as you say there is a difference in RPM, then there may be more differences. However, since you are cutting your hair at home, the RPM is still more than enough to suit your needs. The Wahl is way better than the Panasonic, but again, since you are cutting your own hair, and buzzing it at that, you don’t need anything too professional. My advice is to still stick with the Wahl, though as it will last longer and prove to be more reliable. I wish you a speedy recovery!
Hi Alex, I was ready to purchase the magic clip especially after reading your review, but here in the Netherlands they advertise it as being specially made for afro hair. I have just regular straight hair that’s not very thick at all and I do very little if any fading. Would it still be a good choice?
Sorry, just wanted to add that the clipper I mentioned is the magic clip chorded version with a v5000 motor…
thanks!
Andy, hi!
It should still be a good choice — they advertise this because some clippers (looking at Chrome Pro for example) just aren’t THAT great for thicker hair types. This doesn’t mean they don’t do great with regular hair, don’t worry.
Oh, so Europe also has it with the V5000 motor? Jeez, is the V9000 only in the US, I’m curious why Wahl decided so…
Hope the Clip serves you well! It’s a well-priced machine that puts out a great performance. Let us know if there’s anything!
Cheers,
Alex
Hey Alex, Thanks for the feedback!
Yes, the chorded magic clip’s specs here definitely list a v5000 motor.
In the meanwhile I read some more reviews on your site and ended up ordering the Wahl Icon instead, specifically because it’s one of the few over here that clearly list the V9000 motor. It costs practically the same as the magic clip. I don’t get it really….why the differences between the US and the EU? Perhaps because of the Electricity frequencies, 60Hz vs.50hz?
Anyway, if I understood correctly the blade on the Icon is better for more general cutting and tapers and less specialized for creating fades as is the case with the magic clip. Perhaps more forgiving for a non-pro? 🙂
Again thanks for all the useful info!
Andy
Hello guys, I’m so glad that I found this review, as I’m facing exactly the same problem as Andy did. Alex, I was about to order the magic clip, but then I read that it is suggested for afroamericans, so I got a bit scared, you know, thinking that it might damage my hair and things like that, but then I read your review and I came back to my first choice. So, Alex, to your opinion, which clippers are best choice, the magic clip or the super taper? As for the aforementioned motor capacity, it is true that wahl icon comes in Europe with a V9000 motor, while the magic clips and the super tapers with a V5000. But then again, wahl icon here in Greece it is advertised as a “made in Germany” clipper, while the magic clips/tapers as “made in US”. Is this motor difference a serious factor, when it comes to cutting hair(I’m not a pro)? I’m asking you this, because I chose magic clip for its famous sharpness and precision.. Which is, finally, the best choice?
P.S. Some folks in their reviews claim that the zero guard in magic clip might wound the skin. Is that true?
Thanks for your time
Cheers from Greece!
Hello George, Ryan here as Alex is in a short vacation.
I think he has mentioned it before, but Wahl have an European sub-branch kind of thing with ‘Moser’, which is a clipper company owned by them, located in Germany. It might be that the Icon is manufactured by Moser for all European countries…
For simple home cuts, the motor difference has no significant effect whatsoever.
What some users might have noted – and what you need to keep in mind, is another important point. The Magic Clip, even in Europe, should come with a fade blade. Fade blades are a bit sharper than the taper blades (the Super Taper has one.)
With taper blades, you can cut your hair at a close to a perpendicular angle. If you do that with a fade blade, there’s a high chance you’ll nick the skin if you’re going the zero guard way.
So, if you get the Magic Clippers, be careful with the angle and try to be more horizontal when cutting your hair.
For me – and I think Alex would agree, the Magic Clip is the best clipper for its price. The Super Taper is a bit of an older model and it doesn’t perform as well.
If you’re worried about the sharpness of the fade blade, you can go for the Taper. But, I think that with a little bit of exercise and caution, you won’t have any problem.
Sending regards to your sunny country, would love to come and visit with my family at one point!
My best regards,
Ryan
Ryan, thanks for your reply. I’ll go for the Magic Clip for sure! One more question, plz. Is there any way of disinfencting the blades, after the use, without putting them into the risk of getting rusty? I can’t understand why Wahl blades are so susceptible to rust. Why aren’t they stainless? I mean, my previous clippers, a cheap Philips model made for home use exclusively, never got any rust, although I never oiled them. And they lasted for 4 years! Why is this happening with the pro blades? Thanks again for your time, you ‘re welcome any time here! : )
Ok, Ryan, I just saw that you ‘re having a special article about the matter, so there is no need for publishing/answering my previous comment. I see that you ‘re suggesting disinfection with white vinegar. Question: Is it ok to oil the blades, as soon as I disinfect them and dry ’em? Is this the right way? Thanks.
Hello again George and sorry for the somewhat late reply.
There shouldn’t be any problem with oiling the blades after they’ve been disinfected and have dried out.
Just remember to leave the machine running so it spreads properly. No overdoing… in my personal experience, 3-4 drops of clipper oil work like a charm.
Interesting to hear about the Wahl blades…I have more experience with Oster/Andis, and I’ve had only one instance where I had a blade rust (Masters)
I feel it had to do with the extremely humid climate I was surrounded by at that time. Maybe the Greek weather also has some effect, who knows?
My best regards for a great end of August,
Ryan
I’m a professional barber and I use these clippers every day. They are my “go to’s”. I have two pair and they are not just for a beginner at home. I don’t think it is fair to label them as such. I’ve been licensed for over 25 years and my only rule is I won’t buy any clippers that you can but at Walmart. They only sell consumer grade clippers. You cannot buy these at Walmart. They are professional grade.
Hello Alex. I have been reading your reviews on trimmers. I had decided to get the corded magic clip, but here in Germany it comes with a v5000 as mentioned above, not the v9000. So I would like to ask you what would you recommend? Getting the magic clip with the v5000 or the wahl elite pro? I am not a professional, but I am looking for a good machine, which will last for years (with good maintenance), will have a good end result and will be relatively easy to handle for a non pro. Except these 2 perhaps another suggestion?
Thank you in advance.
Ioanna, hi!
Ah, so it really seems that’s all over Europe. Asia too…
For DIY users who want something more…well, easy-going/simple, the Elite Pro is definitely a better choice. Mainly due to the blade of the corded Clip — it’s a bit sharper as Ryan explained to George above. Still good for DIY users, but might require more caution than the Elite Pro!
I’m not sure whether Wahl has their full lineup in Europe. Recently they also released a cordless Color Pro set. It’s not a bad choice if you want something more lightweight and “mobile”. However, corded clippers usually stand the test of time better than cordless ones when it comes to lower priced ranges.
If it’s purely for home haircuts, the Elite Pro might be your best pick, to sum it up. It’s a little bit heavy for a home clipper, but it’s very sturdy and a semi-professional tool.
Let me know if you need anything else & have a great day!
Alex
Alex, thank you for taking the time to reply and also so fast. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find the corded one with the v9000 motor. There are quite many choices out there. If I were in the USA, I would definetely get the elite pro with 40$. But in Germany the elite pro costs 70€ while the magic clip and the icon cost 60€ and the legend with the v9000 costs 80€. So, I can’t help, but wonder which would be the most cost effective option, the best investement (sort of). These price differences seem obsurd.
If you could offer some guidance over the above mentioned , it would be great.
Thanks again!
Oh my, these are some atrocious prices!!! Wow!
Amazing: to see the Elite Pro costing more than a 5 star series Wahl clipper…
Both of them should last you for a while (in other words, long-term investment.) In all honesty, I’m more of a fan of the Magic Clip. However, among our readers who want a home use set of clippers, the Elite Pro is definitely more popular.
The reason usually are the stainless steel guards it comes with. They fit better on the blades and are more sturdy. Wahl’s shortest plastic guides are VERY flimsy, unfortunately.
If you think plastic guards might be an issue for you, definitely go with the Elite Pro and its better accessories. Just check if it has them included in Europe! Honestly, I don’t know what to think anymore, these differences across regions are crazy…
Have a nice weekend!
Alex
Hello friends, I’m Rafael, I’m from Brazil, about Magic Clip Cordless, can you let me know after she loses all the load, how much time is she in charge to recharge her entire battery?
Hello friends, greetings from Brazil, I am Rafa, I would like to know the difference between Premium Wahl Magic Clip Cordless combs and the classic Magic Clip wired combs?
Sorry to invade your space and thank you.
Rafa, hi there! 🙂
Both don’t come with the premium Wahl guards — they have only plastic guards included in the kit. However, I advise grabbing the premium metal guards because they fit the blades better!
As for the battery load…I think it’s close to 2 hours to recharge it fully. Somewhere along these lines. It’s one of the better performing Lithium-Ion clippers!
Cheers and have a nice day,
Alex
Great site and reviews. I need some help. It looks like recently the prices on the Magic Clip Cordless jumped as well, which furthers the issue. I think perhaps just stock is low, but they’re like 80-100 most places now. With the new Cordless Senior at 104 or so that becomes more tempting, but that depends on the blades, which is what I’d like to know about.
I’m not a professional, just a guy who clips his own hair in the mirror with no guard on. I like it as short as possible, but not bald so I don’t shave it or use a balding clipper.
I tried the Oster fast feed and those blades took a lot more passes to get everything even. Also, I wanted to go cordless.
I ordered online then cordless Magic Clips, but now see there is the Designer and now the Seniors and maybe even another.
So would the 2191 blades of the Senior be better for my usage? It seems this review favors the 2161 blades, but I’ve seen others mention switching the Magic Clip blades out for the 2191’s…but since most of these reviews are from barbers and such doing fades and all that it might not apply to me.
So what is best for a no guard usage going for the closest and smoothest result in the fewest of passes. I think the 2191 is 0000 and the 2161 000? I’m not even sure which is closer. I assume 0000? Should I consider a taper blade?
I’m bummed that I ordered already and it would probably cost me shipping and a restock fee to get the Seniors, but might be worth it.
Also are you all changing your batteries yourself? I was annoyed that the instructions mentioned it’s not user replaceable and you need to send them in. YouTube reveals that it looks pretty easy.
It also states that if you take the blades off to clean the unit you have to realign them?
Thanks much!
Hi there,
I have a bit of an odd question.
I understand that the Wahl magic cordless and the senior clippers have different blades…
What would the difference be between the Wahl magic cordless clippers and the senior clippers in terms of buzz cuts/using guards 7/8 on top of the head.
Would there be more texture in the hair since the magic clippers since the blade is staggered?
Thanks,
Luke
i just got the clippers about a week ago as a gift they were used about once but im looking at them right now is the blade supposed to look a bit off centered like when i cut it off the cutting blade is either too much to the right or left i tried fixing the solution it just keeps doing the same am a bit worried to fade some on up i dont know if itl make a difference in the fade