The Oster A6 Slim Clipper is essentially the same clipper as the A6 Cool Comfort model, except there are a few small differences.
In this Oster A6 Slim Clipper Review, we re-list the main features, but also point out the differences between the two models.
As a summary, they are both electric pet clipper with 3 speeds up to 4400 strokes per minute.
Let’s check out the Slim model!
(NOTE: this is a general information guide only, and is not professional advice, or a substitute for professional advice. A qualified vet or animal expert is the only person qualified to give you expert advice in regards to your pet/s)
Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper: Review & Buyer’s Guide
If you prefer, you can go straight to viewing the Oster A6 Slim Clipper here:
Accessories you might get with this clipper might include:
- Oster Cryogen-X 7F Pet Clipper Blade (on Amazon) – a good complement to the #10 blade
- Oster Kool Lube Spray Coolant (on Amazon) – for cooling clipper blades
- Oster A5 Universal Comb Attachment Set, 10-Piece Set (on Amazon) – set of 10 grooming combs
Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper: Review
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Features
An electric pet clipper designed for most coat types
Can be used by professionals and amateurs
It measures 1.7″ H x 1.8″ W x 7.1″ L, and weighs 1.6lbs
Has 3 Speeds – High: Up to 4,400 SPM, Medium: 3,600 SPM, Low: 3,100 SPM
Has vibration Isolators are centered around the motor to help absorb vibration and noise
Has a 10 foot power cord
Comes with a detachable #10 CryogenX blade
Compatible with all Oster A5 detachable blades and guide combs
The motor is a 15W motor
Has a high efficiency motor
Differences With The Oster Cool Comfort
The Cool Comfort has a new soft-grip material on the clipper housing that helps to reduce hand fatigue and to stay cooler, and is designed not to peel
The Slim is about 0.2 ounces lighter than the Cool Comfort
The Slim Clipper comes in different colors
The Slim has a high efficiency motor, while the Cool Comfort has a Patent Pending, angled eccentric drive system & precision calibrated motor
Apart from that their performances are similar
Drawbacks
You have to buy other blades separately
There are important internal parts made of plastic in this clipper such as around the screws in the blade assembly – these plastic parts seem likely to break or fail
Some blades and sometimes the clipper unit heats up fast
Overall
Until Oster improve a few small design flaws, there’s better value out there for multiple speed electric clippers. The Andis AGC2 corded clipper is a pretty good value for money versatile pet clipper
View the Oster A6 Slim Clipper on Amazon
Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper: Buyer’s Guide
Who Might The Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper Be For?
Those looking for a corded pet clipper
Those looking for a 3 speed pet clipper with a max speed of 4400 SPM
Those looking for a clipper with detachable blades
Those looking for a clipper designed for both amateurs and professionals
Who Might The Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper NOT Be For?
Those looking for a cordless clipper
Those looking for a clipper with more than 3 speeds
Those looking for a cheap pet clipper
More Information On The Oster Cryogen-X Clipper Blades
You can read more in this guide about the Oster Cryogen-X Clipper Blades and what they are used for.
Oster Dog Clippers
You can read about some of the most popular Oster dog clippers in this guide.
Other Animal & Dog Clippers
You can check out some of the best dog clippers on the market at the moment in this guide.
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