10 Best Clippers For Labradoodles In 2023: Reviews & Top Picks

Labrador Retrievers are known for their beautifully thick, wavy fur, and Poodles have curly coats that have entranced owners for generations. It stands to reason that the Labradoodle has the best of both worlds in their coats. To trim such luscious locks, you need clippers that can stand up to the task. We’ve rounded up the ten best clippers and included reviews and specs to help you find the clippers to suit your Labradoodle’s needs, as all Labradoodle coats are different. So, whether you have a curly-coated pup or a wavy wonder dog, this guide will show you all the best options.

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The 10 Best Clippers for Labradoodles

The PATPET P730 Removable Blade Dog & Cat Hair Grooming Clipper is a product that seems too good to be true. Adjustable speeds, helpful maintenance prompts such as oil and charging, and five hours of battery on a three-hour charge all seem like the absolute dream for anyone grooming a fluffy labradoodle. The P730 delivers everything it promises and more!

This clipper’s ergonomic design makes it comfortable for short and long grooming sessions. While reviews of this clipper said the guards are tricky to remove, the ceramic blade has four adjustment levels, making it simple and quick to change. The minor flaws don’t detract from how good the PATPET clippers are, making them our best overall clippers for Labradoodles in 2023.

Some Labradoodle owners may be wary of clippers with a wire, but the Wahl Deluxe U-Clip packs a punch with surprising ease. These powerful clippers make clipping thicker fur easy, and this kit’s extras make it an incredible value for money. The clippers can get hot after a while, so test the blade’s heat as you’re trimming. Oiling the blades can improve this dramatically and keep vibration to a minimum. Luckily, the deluxe clipper kit comes with a handy oil tube alongside a brush, comb, scissors (for shaping those doodle bangs), an apron, a DVD, and seven blade guards! This handy kit is excellent value and is our pick for the best clippers for Labradoodles for the money.

If you want to spoil your Labradoodle and choose something with no wires getting in the way of your groom, the Wahl Bravura clippers are your best bet. These quiet, lightweight clippers are refreshingly easy to use and are comfortable in the hands. They run cool (but still need regular oiling) and come in several attractive color options. While the clippers only have around 90 minutes of use per charge, you can also use them while plugged in for longer grooming sessions. The clipper blades can be stubborn to clean, but Wahl includes a handy brush and blade oil to make cleaning your clippers as easy as possible.

Another gem from PATPET, their P920 cordless trimmers can take the edge off grooming your Labradoodle’s face, paws, and ears (pun intended). These clippers are excellent for puppies as they’re smaller than the other models we’ve looked at and are whisper-quiet for even the most skittish of pups.

Unfortunately, the blades are non-adjustable, so you only have one option, but the clippers come with two blades (large and small) and a set of clipper guards to help you trim your puppy’s coat to perfection. The low vibrations of these clippers made them our choice for puppies.

Cordless clippers are the number one choice for groomers (professional and non-professional) because of how easy they are to maneuver. The Wahl Arco clippers are no exception. Unfortunately, the battery life does leave a little to be desired, only offering 80 minutes of battery per 75-minute charge. However, you get two battery packs with every set of clippers; you can quickly switch and charge one while you clip up a storm with the other.

The blade included with the Arco clippers is adjustable to five sizes for all styles of fur, and Wahl made the clippers lightweight and comfortable. However, these clippers can be loud, so you may want to look at an alternative if your Labradoodle is skittish.

The Andis Pro-Animal clippers are heavy-duty with a drop-resistant outer casing that’ll withstand even the bounciest Labradoodles. While this model does have a cord, it’s incredibly long at 12 feet, which should be more than enough. This clipper is designed for thick coats and is perfect for all kinds of Labradoodles, no matter their coat type! The blade on this clipper can be tricky to change, but it can be swapped out with several brands (including Oster blades). As with other clippers, the Andis blade can get hot during use, so always stop and check the blade’s heat on your hand occasionally.

Another Andis corded clipper, the Andis AG 2 Speed, is specifically designed for dogs with curly coats. If your Labradoodle takes after their Poodle parent, these clippers should stand up to the job of shearing and shaping well! Like the Andis Pro-Animal, these Andis clippers can withstand hard knocks but get warm when using them.

However, they come with a 14-foot cable to allow you to groom unimpeded. The thick casing and the long cord make the clippers heavy, and some users may prefer a lighter product. Unfortunately, you don’t get any additional goodies with this clipper, and clipper guards must be purchased separately.

PATPET has another spot on our review list for their P710 hairy dog clippers. What is a Labradoodle if not hairy? These clippers are excellent at shaping up beards, trimming bangs, and tidying tails while being very quiet and comfortable to use. However, they might get caught on very dense areas of your Labradoodles fur. They come with four blade guards of different lengths, so you can see which works for your doodle the best. Removing the blade to clean can be a little difficult, but the brush included in the package can remove any hair that hinders cleaning!

If you’re looking for a set of clippers that can withstand an hours-long grooming session, the Casufy Energy Saving clippers are the set for you. Grooming a Labradoodle can take time, and these cordless clippers are up to the task with just a 2-hour charge time for a complete 5-hour groom. The Casufy clippers come with four blade guards to suit any length of hair, but some reviews said they got stuck on thick hair. If you find yourself in a particularly dense patch of fuzz, the “turbo” function on these clippers takes the speed up a notch to cut right through. An adjustable blade allows the Casufy clippers to trim various areas of the coat, and the low vibrations will help a nervous Labradoodle relax. However, you’ll need to find your USB plug since this set only has a USB charging cable.

There’s nothing worse than picking up your clippers for a quick trim and realizing there’s no charge left! That’s why the Wahl Pro Ion cordless clippers are a great option for doodle owners on the go; a quick 15-minute charge will give you 8 minutes of clipping time for any tiny knots or tangles you need to shave off your pup. With a full charge, these comfortable clippers can run for 2 hours non-stop, although they do run loud! However, what these clippers lack in noise reduction, they make up for in added extras, including an adjustable blade, seven clipper guards, a comb, scissors, and an instructional DVD. The clipper guards can sometimes catch on thicker hair, so make sure to keep your clipper blade oiled and cleaned.

Buyer’s Guide: How To Choose the Best Clippers For Labradoodles

What To Consider When Looking for Clippers For Your Labradoodle

Even though each set of grooming clippers seems the same as the next one, some variations can make a huge difference to the overall grooming experience for both you and your doodle. Of course, the physical features of the clippers will make a difference to your grooming experience, like whether or not they have a cord or how large or heavy they are. However, there are also features that your Labradoodle will appreciate depending on their personalities, such as silent clippers for nervous pups.

It’s essential to consider each feature when looking for clippers, as something as simple as how easily the blade is cleaned can make a huge difference. Some of the features that you should compare include:

Corded vs. Cordless

The corded versus cordless debate is a hot topic for professional and home groomers alike. The most obvious difference is the presence of a cord, which some owners find cumbersome and restrictive as they’ll need a power socket nearby. However, corded clippers have one significant advantage over cordless ones; you’ll always have power. However, if you only need a set of clippers to touch up your Labradoodle’s feet and face, a cordless set of clippers will likely be the perfect fit. Cordless clippers can be charged and ready to use when needed, but the battery degrades over time.

Another point to consider is how still your pup will be for a clip, as running around after a doodle with a corded set of clippers can be rather difficult. However, cordless clippers tend to be smaller and less sturdy than corded models. It’s a personal choice!

Size & Weight

The size and weight of the clippers make a big difference to the groomer. Small clippers can be much lighter than larger ones and are more comfortable to grip for longer sessions. However, if the clippers aren’t ergonomically designed or vibrate a lot, they can be much more uncomfortable to use for any amount of time. Also, smaller clippers are more likely to be less sturdy, but larger ones can be harder to hold and louder. It’s another personal choice that can affect the groomer more than your dog.

Detachable Blades vs. Clipper Guards

Detachable blades are what most professional sets of clippers are designed with. Detachable blades can be changed depending on what length you want your Labradoodles to coat to be. Also, they are much easier to oil and clean. However, most clippers now come with clipper guards that act like stops to determine the length of the cut.

Speed

There is something to be said about the different speeds of clippers, as it’s often a feature that’s overlooked. Higher speeds are very useful for a curly or thick coat, as they can clip through it easier than clippers with lower speeds. Two speeds can apply to clippers: SPM (Strokes Per Minute) and RPM (Rotations Per Minute). The most useful is SPM, as this is how many times the clipper blade goes from side to side; that is why a faster SPM is easier to cut with thick hair. Delicate areas, such as the face, ears, legs, and abdomen, are better off clipped with a slower SPM, so a variable-speed clipper is the best of the bunch.

Conclusion

The clippers we feature in our reviews are ideal for coarse or curly-haired dogs like the Labradoodle, but a few impressed us more than the rest. Our best overall clippers for Labradoodles were the PATPET P730 clippers for their removable blades and different cutting speeds. Nothing beats the Wahl Deluxe U-Clip set with its amazing added features, a wide array of clipper guards, and an affordable price. Finally, if you wanted even more from a Wahl set of clippers, our premium pick was the Wahl Bravura cordless clipper which combines portability with versatility as they can be used with or without the cord. Each owner will have their preferences regarding which clippers to use, but remember to keep your Labradoodle’s coat in mind before you make your final choice!

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