Oster is another one of the main and most popular brands when it comes to dog hair grooming clippers, and also trimmers.
What we’ve done is put together an Oster Dog Hair Grooming Clippers & Trimmers Reviews Guide for you to easily read a quick summary of each of Oster’s most popular dog grooming clippers & trimmers.
We list and explains different electric/corded and cordless clippers, clipper blades, & trimmers.
Let’s check them out!
(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)
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Oster Dog Hair Grooming Clippers & Trimmers Reviews Guide
Clippers
If you want to, you can go straight to viewing what we think are two of Oster’s better rated clippers in the corded and cordless categories:
- Oster A5 Turbo 2-Speed Professional Animal Clipper (on Chewy)
- Oster A5 2 Speed Corded Pet Clipper (on Amazon) – corded 2 speed clipper
- Oster Pro 3000i Cordless Clipper (on Amazon) – cordless battery operated 1 speed clipper
Common Clipper Accessories
Accessories you might get with some Oster clippers 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
Trimmers
Find a selection of some of Oster’s trimmers in the guide below
You can find a summary of most of Oster’s clippers and trimmers below…
Electric/Corded Oster Dog Hair Grooming Clippers
A corded clipper that can be used on dogs, cats, horses, and livestock. It’s capable of two speeds of 3000 and 4000 strokes per minute.
Compatible with Oster A5 detachable Cryogen-X™ blades, and Elite Cryogen-X™ and Take Down Quick Wide ™ blade series.
A general purpose corded grooming clipper capable of two speeds of 2100 and 2700 strokes per minute.
Compatible with the A5® Cryogen-X™ blades, Elite Cryogen-X™ blades and the wider Take-Down-Quick™ wide blade series
- Oster A6 Cool Comfort Heavy Duty Pet Clipper
– Features
An electric/corded 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 Patent Pending, angled eccentric drive system & precision calibrated motor
– Potential 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
The blade in general seems to sit at a higher level and more awkward angle than with other pet clippers
– Who Might This 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 This 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
– Summary
For the price, you would probably expect the cheap plastic parts in this clipper to be replaced with heavier duty material so you feel confident the clipper will last years. Until these parts are improved, it’s probably better looking at other clippers. The Andis AGC2 corded clipper is a pretty good value for money versatile pet clipper
– View Clipper
View the Oster A6 Cool Comfort Heavy Duty Pet Clipper on Amazon
- Oster PowerMax 2 Speed Pet Clipper
– Features
An electric/corded animal clipper
Designed for both light and heavier grooming jobs
Presents decent value for money considering the price
Is a two speed clipper with a low speed, and a top speed up to 4200 strokes per minute
Works with Oster Cryogen-X detachable blades
Clipper unit dimensions are 1.6″ H x 1.9″ W x 8.1″ L
Clipper weighs 1.5lb
Clipper cord is 12 feet in legth
Clipper motor runs at 12 Watts
Comes with a #10 Cryogen-X blade
– Potential Drawbacks
Blade can overheat when you use the clippers continuously
You have to buy extra detachable blades separately
– Who Might This Clipper Be For?
Those looking for a corded clipper
Those looking for a 2 speed clipper
Those looking for a detachable blade clipper
– Who Might This Clipper NOT Be For?
Those looking for a cordless clipper
Those looking for a variable speed clipper with more than 2 speeds
– Summary
Overall, for the price, this clipper as a two speed model is pretty good value for money. It has no major design or performance drawbacks. Another good two speed clipper to look at if you want an alternative is the Andis UltraEdge Super 2-Speed AGC2 Dog Grooming Clipper
– View Clipper
View the Oster Power Max 2-Speed Clipper on Amazon
- Oster A6 Slim Pet Clipper
– 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
– Potential 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
– Summary
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
– Who Might This 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 This 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
– 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
– View Clipper
View the Oster A6 Slim Clipper on Amazon
Cordless Oster Dog Hair Grooming Clippers
- Oster Pro 3000i Cordless Pet Clipper
– Features
A cordless battery operated pet clipper
Designed for use on dogs, cats, horses and livestock
Works on most coat types
The battery is removable/detachable Li-Ion battery, so you can have a backup charged battery if you need it
The battery lasts about 2 hours per charge
The clipper motor runs at one speed – 3000 strokes per minute
Clipper measures 1.6″ H x 2.6″ W x 7.9″ L, and weighs 1.3lbs
Clipper is compatible with all Oster A5 detachable blades, including wide blades.
Comes with a battery, charging stand, and Size 10 Cryogen-X blade
Runs at 10 Watts
– Potential Drawbacks
You have to buy a second battery separately
You have to buy extra blades separately
The clippers lack some of the top end speed of other clippers
There’s only one speed – they are not variable speed clippers
For heavier clipping, you may experience that the battery doesn’t last near 2 hours
Because they are cordless technology, the clippers aren’t cheap
– Who Might This Clipper Be For?
Those with a bigger budget
Those who are OK with a one speed clipper
Those who want a cordless battery operated clipper
Those who want a detachable battery so they can have a backup battery spare
– Who Might This Clipper NOT Be For?
Those looking for a corded electric pet clipper
Those looking for a variable multiple speed clipper
Those looking for a cheap pet clipper
– Summary
Overall, the Oster Pro 3000i is one of the better cordless pet clippers on the market. It has no major drawbacks in terms of design. We would suggest though know the warranty terms and duration just in case you have an issue with a battery or the clipper itself. The Andis Super AGR+ Cordless Pet Clipper is also a good alternative if you want to look at another option with a slightly higher stroke rate (3800SPM).
– View Clipper
View Oster Lithium+Ion Pro3000iTM Cordless Clipper (on Chewy)
View the Oster Pro 3000i Cordless Pet Clipper on Amazon
– Other Accessories
Oster Pro 3000i Replacement Battery (on Amazon) – back up or replacement battery
- Oster Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Pet Clipper
– Features
One of the premium cordless pet clippers on the market
For dogs, cats, horses, and livestock, and most coat types.
Has a single speed of 2400 strokes per minute.
The clipper has a removable rechargeable Li-Ion battery – you can swap out one battery for a charged battery. The battery can run up to 2 hours on one charge, and has a 1 hour charge time.
Has a permanent magnet motor
Has a high torque design with lower blade speeds that allows blade to stay cooler for longer
Dimensions of the clipper are 1.6″ H x 1.8″ W x 8.3″ L
Lightweight clipper at only 1lbs
Clipper uses all A5® Detachable Blades.
Comes with a #10 CryogenX blade
Runs at 12 Watts
– Potential Drawbacks
Clipper only has one speed
You have to buy other Oster blades separately
Clipper is not cheap
Some blades on this clipper are loud when the clipper is running
Still as of 2018 some of the clipper models are coming with a defective battery that won’t charge
Clipper is slightly and awkward to hold compared to other cordless clippers
– Who Might This Clipper Be For?
Those who want a cordless pet clipper
Those who want a rechargeable battery pet clipper where the battery is removable
Those who want a one speed pet clipper
Amateurs or professionals
– Who Might This Clipper NOT Be For?
Those who want a corded pet clipper
Those who want a variable speed pet clipper
Those who want a slim ergonomic pet clipper
Those who want a cheap pet clipper
– Summary
The clipper is good, but for the price, you’d expect the size to be more compact/ergonomic, and that there are no issues with defectiveness or how loud certain blades can be. If you want a good cordless alternative, check out the Andis Super AGR+ Cordless Clipper
– View Clipper
View the Oster Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Pet Clipper (on Chewy)
View the Oster Volt Lithium Ion Cordless Pet Clipper on Amazon
- Oster PowerPro Cordless Pet Clipper
– Features
A cordless battery operated animal clipper
Has a one speed motor that runs at 3300 strokes per minute
Runs on NiMH batteries that are designed to offer 60 minutes of run time, and charge in 30 minutes
The clipper unit measures 10 by 11 by 4 inches
Has a 1 year warranty
Compatible with all Oster Cryogen-X blades
Comes with Oster #10 blade, blade guard, 2 batteries, charging stand, durable, foam-padded carrying case, blade oil, cleaning brush and instructions
– Potential Drawbacks
It’s not a cheap clipper
It has NiMH batteries instead of Li-Ion batteries. We prefer the lithium batteries
Only one speed. Not a variable speed clipper
You have to buy extra blades separately
As of 2017/18, there appears to be some issues with the batteries getting and keeping charge in some models
For a cordless clipper, this one feels a bit thick and clunky compared to some other clippers on the market
– Who Might This Clipper Be For?
Those wanting a cordless animal clipper
Those OK with a one speed animal clipper
Those wanting a detachable blade clipper
– Who Might This Clipper NOT Be For?
Those wanting a corded animal clipper
Those wanting a variable speed animal clipper
Those wanting a Li-Ion battery clipper
– Summary
Overall, for the price, you would expect to get a Lithium Li-Ion battery with this pet clipper. We think there are better cordless animal clipper options on the market. You may want to check out the Andis Super AGR+ Cordless Animal Clipper, which has a speed of 3800 SPM, and can used cordless, or you can hook up a cord adapter to it as well.
– View Clipper
View the Oster PowerPro Cordless Animal Clipper on Amazon
Oster Dog Hair Grooming Clipper Blades
The Cryogen-X blades are detachable high carbon steel clipper blades that fit on most of Oster’s popular pet grooming clippers.
They are designed to run cooler than Oster’s other blades, require less sharpening, and have an extended blade life.
Oster Dog Hair Grooming Trimmers
- Oster Pro Corded Pet Hair Trimmer
– Features
A corded animal trimmer
Might be useful for quick touch ups and very light grooming.
Comes at an affordable price
Has a tug free T blade for precision trimming on sensitive areas of your pet
Weighs less than 4-Ounces
Length of this clipper is less than 4 inches
A quiet running trimmer
A fairly compact size
– Potential Drawbacks
Trimmer lacks power
Feels a little bit cheaply made – questions over the long term durability of the trimmer
– Who Might This Trimmer Be For?
Those who want a corded pet hair trimmer
Those who want a T blade trimmer
– Who Might This Trimmer NOT Be For?
Those who want a cordless trimmer
Those who want a trimmer that works consistently and reliably
Those who want a powerful and durable trimmer
– Summary
The trimmer is very cheap. Having said that, even for a cheap trimmer, it doesn’t have a lot of power or feel very durable. Trimmer alternatives you might consider are the Wahl BravMini+ or the Wahl Mini Figura
– View Trimmer
View the Oster Pro Corded Pet Hair Trimmer on Amazon
- Oster Pro Cordless Pet Hair Trimmer
– Features
A cordless pet hair trimmer, that can also run corded with a charger cord plugged in
It’s a trimmer designed for light touch up work and has a precision cutting T blade for very fine cuts.
Designed for ears, eyes, nose and sensitive areas
Has a narrow blade for precision cutting
Has a NiMH battery that runs up to 60 minutes
Measures 6.4 inches in length
Weighs 0.4lbs
4.4 Watts
Comes with Grooming Shears, Blade Oil, Cleaning Brush, & 4 Guide Combs (1/2”, ¼”, 1/8”, 1/16”)
– Potential Drawbacks
Not a cheap trimmer
Could have a lithium ion battery instead of a NiMH battery
Only for very light trim work – for the price, it could be a little more heavy duty and versatile
– Who Might This Trimmer Be For?
Those looking for a corded, or cordless pet hair trimmer 2 in 1
Those looking for a precision cutting trimmer
– Who Might This Trimmer NOT Be For?
Those looking for a lithium ion battery pet hair trimmer
Those looking for a trimmer that lasts more than 1 hour while being used cordless
– Summary
The clipper is not bad, but for the price, it feels like the clipper could give a bit more extra value such as a lithium ion battery that lasts several hours. For a similar price, Trimmer alternatives you might consider are the Wahl BravMini+ or the Wahl Mini Figura
– View Trimmer
View the Oster Pro Cordless Pet Hair Trimmer on Amazon
- Oster AMP Cordless Pet Hair Trimmer
– Features
A cordless pet hair trimmer that is small, and lightweight
Designed for cutting thin hair on the face, pads, ears, and sensitive areas – for very light touch up work
Runs on 1.5V AA lithium batteries
Runs at 6600 Strokes per minute
Has a precision cutting blade
Is 5.3 inches in length
Weighs 0.2 lbs
Includes the Trimmer, 1 AA lithium battery, Cleaning Brush & Oil
– Potential Drawbacks
You need to purchase a lithium ion battery charger separately
The trimmer is not very powerful – only for very light trimming only
– Who Might This Trimmer Be For?
Those who want a cordless trimmer
Those who want a AA lithium ion battery trimmer
Those who want a light duty trimmer for fine hair on pets
– Who Might This Trimmer NOT Be For?
Those who want a trimmer that comes with a charger
Those who want a heavier duty trimmer
– Summary
The batteries for this charger don’t make a lot of sense. It would be better to have full sized lithium ion batteries and have it come with a charger. It would also be better if the trimmer had a bit more power. Trimmer alternatives you might consider are the Wahl BravMini+ or the Wahl Mini Figura
– View Trimmer
View the Oster AMP Cordless Pet Hair Trimmer on Amazon
- Oster Finisher Pet Hair Trimmer
– Features
A corded pet hair trimmer
Designed for light trimming of pet hair on the ears, eyes, face, feet, and other delicate areas
Precise blade on the clipper cuts like a #30 blade
Measures 6.3 inches in length
Weighs 0.83lb
Runs at 8 Watts
Has a Whisper-Quiet™ pivot motor for quieter operation
Double insulated, UL approved
– Potential Drawbacks
Not for international use – USA only
The trimmer is not cheap
Good for light trimming, but not a powerful trimmer by any means
– Who Might This Trimmer Be For?
Those who want a corded trimmer
Those who want a trimmer for fine and thin pet hair around the ears, eyes, face, feet, and other delicate areas
– Who Might This Trimmer NOT Be For?
Those who want a cordless pet hair trimmer
Those who want a trimmer for thicker pet hair
Those who want a really cheap trimmer
– Summary
Overall, this trimmer is a good corded trimmer for light grooming on fine and thin fur. Apart from the slightly high price for a trimmer, there’s no major drawbacks. Make sure you check the warranty and return conditions and duration before you buy. Trimmer alternatives you might also consider are the Wahl BravMini+ or the Wahl Mini Figura
– View Trimmer
View the Oster Finisher Pet Hair Trimmer on Amazon
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.
Other Animal & Dog Clippers
You can check out some of the best dog clippers on the market at the moment in this guide.
Other Dog & Animal Trimmers
You can see some of the best dog and pet trimmers on the market in this guide.
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