Home clipping saves money and, for a dog that hates the grooming salon, a lot of stress. What you need is a clipper with enough power not to snag, a blade that comes off for cleaning, and combs to control the length so you are not cutting freehand.

These are cordless clippers with a motor that runs at 7,500rpm, powered by a 2200mAh battery charged over USB-C. The maker rates them at under 50 decibels. An LED screen on the body shows the remaining charge and a load indicator. The blade head detaches so hair can be brushed out, and the kit comes with guide combs of 3, 6, 10, 13, 16 and 19mm, a USB-C cable, a cleaning brush and a comb.

• 7,500rpm motor, cordless
• 2200mAh battery, USB-C charging
• LED display for battery and load
• Detachable blade for cleaning
• Guide combs: 3, 6, 10, 13, 16 and 19mm
• Rated under 50dB by the maker

On what they can do: The maker's claim is every coat however thick. In practice clippers at this price cope well with clean, brushed, single coats and wavy coats, and struggle with a matted or very dense double coat, where the blade will clog and pull. Always brush and wash first, and work with a comb attached until you are confident. One of the maker's photographs shows a human haircut; these are sold for pets.

Who it's for: poodle crosses, spaniels and terriers that need trimming between grooms, owners keeping paws and hygiene areas tidy, and dogs that find a salon visit upsetting.