Estrid reviews and discussion

4.4

96% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Sharp, long-lasting blades
  • Weighty, ergonomic metal handle
  • Smooth, comfortable shaving performance
  • Stylish, aesthetically pleasing design
  • Excessive, messy moisture strip
  • Unreliable, slipping wall holder
  • Cumbersome, travel-unfriendly weight
  • Occasional faulty handle mechanism

Estrid earns largely positive reviews for delivering a close, smooth shave with sharp, long‑lasting blades and a sleek, weighty metal handle, but the brand also draws criticism for a slippery, “gunky” moisture strip and a wall holder that frequently falls in humid showers. Reviews praise the comfortable, sturdy feel and stylish colors, while noting the razor’s heft can be unwieldy and the gel residue can accumulate on caps and bathroom surfaces.

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25 reviews and posts

  • Visited my cousin and forgot my razor. She had a spare Estrid razor and I was immediately hooked. Have been using ‘male razors’ for most of life, as didn’t find the ‘female razors’ to be as effective. Estrid however was sooooo smooth and actually made shaving feel like less of a chore. The secretion of a smooth gel that comes from the razor is so helpful and it does get every hair. The subscription service is fantastic too, I’ll often forget to change my blade until it’s really blunt, so having a reminder by being sent them every month is great. Helps me keep on top of my hygenie and I love getting the pretty packages in the post! Love the colours, the matching case and razor holder, all very aesthetically pleasing. Flatmates are definitely jealous!

  • I really wanted to love this razor but it fell short of my basic expectations. While the handle is very sleek and weighted perfectly for comfort, the colours are pleasing to the eye and the overall look is fantastic, the actual experience is none of these things. Upon first use I was inundated with blubber and slime coming off the “aloe vera” strip which is supposed to soothe the area before/after shave; there was so much it has immediately become impossible to use the razor properly, partly due to it becoming very slippery and partly because the slime covered the blades so much they didn’t touch the skin anymore. I took it on holiday to give it a few more tries, thinking the slime would vanish after a while, however it didn’t. it became more and more annoying to the point that the safety cap is full of it and it’s glued onto the razor head. I threw out the blades and replaced them with new ones, hoping I got a fluke; unfortunately not, the second one was exactly the same. I thought the holder seemed very cute and clever but in the shower it keeps slipping from the glass wall, straight out falling or rotating so it’s very difficult to have a smooth experience. Very upset I had to unsubscribe!

  • The design, the colours, the simplicity in the ordering process.

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    The shaver is too heavy and falls from your hand. This resulted in that one part from the shaver that holds the blade came off and now the shaver is broken. A shame since it is otherwise really well designed and visually appealing. The ordering process was delayed a lot and did not run smooth.

  • Love the feeling of this razor compared to others on the market. Love the brand's mission & full unboxing experience. Looks super cute in my shower too

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    Razor is quite heavy so doesn't stay with the suction - I feel like it could do some damage if I dropped it! At least it's sturdy though?

  • Received these for free in a mailer. I really enjoyed using it, although the razor is too weighty for the suction holder and falls down! It's a high quality product with a great concept, but probably not the best for travel because of its clunky size and weight.

  • I have to be very honest with myself here - I love the look and feel of the brand. The unboxing experience is gorgeous. The razor is very good and I've had it for 3+ years now, when others have not lasted beyond 1 year. However - the shower holder does not work (and it seems I am not the only one, looking at the other reviews) and if you're going for the full Estrid experience, you will be spending quite a bit of money on the matching exfoliant and shower gel when unbranded products from the drugstore are just as good.

  • Have used Estrid for around 3 years now. I really love the product. Delivery is always quick and the auto-renew subscription service is very easy to use.. I’ve skipped orders, brought orders forward and added other products to my next shipment very easily! It’s also very good value for money! Would definitely recommend.

  • Estrid popped up on my Facebook feed a few times before I visited their website. I’m a long term epilator fan but was looking for a razor 🪒 for those times when you just need a smooth fuzz-free leg! I liked the ethos behind the Estrid brand & was impressed with their reviews. When my razor arrived I was delighted with the packaging & just how neat the razor holder is. The razor handle & head are both great quality & do exactly what they’re meant to! If you’re in the market for a new razor I’d highly recommend you give Estrid a try.

  • I love my Estrid razor. Honestly, the fact that I've been compelled to write a review for a razor in the first place should be enough to tell you how much I love it. It does the job perfectly, I've not managed to cut myself with it yet which is nothing short of a miracle with how clumsy I am, and the soothing strip doesn't go all gunky and gross like with other razors. The razor also looks great. I don't feel the urge to hide it away under the sink with the loo-rolls and triple-strength deodorant - I'm quite happy for it to be stuck up on the shower wall with its cute little matching holder. If anyone asks for a razor recommendation, this is the one I'll give them. Easily the best razor on the market.

  • The blades are super sharp and don't seem to dull to quickly. The moisture strips seem to last well. The handle is quite weighty, but I got used to it quickly. And the pink colour is super cute. However, postage of my first set took a lot longer than was advertised, that said, my subscription blades did post much quicker. The wall holder drops off if the room is too humid. the blades stick to the travel pouch if not left to completely dry out, this is not ideal if shaving before packing up.

  • I use their razor regularly and I totally love it. I also travel with it without problem. It's a little bit heavy but only because I think the handle is made with iron or som like this just like the men razors. But nothing too much heavy it's really easy to use. They also come in different colours.

  • I really like the razor and the branding, pleasure to use

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    The gel on the razor head is quite “leaky” and leaves residue everywhere in the bathroom

  • The razor is of good quality, and the subscription is the perfect way not to have to remember about subsequent purchases.

  • Love the design, branding, marketing + overall feel of Estrid as a brand. Great quality too!

  • used estrid for 3 years now, never had an issue. I think the blades are great quality, the handle is heavy and feels nice to hold. my handle is yet to show signs of aging given it lives in my shower. the subscription service is nice too, one less adult thing to forget about. I also love how it came with a wee wall mount!

  • Refills arrived in a eco-friendly manner, and the razor itself always provides a silky shave, even without emollients!

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    The stand that is meant to stick to your bathroom wall always falls off and scares my dog! I've stopped using it, which is unfortunate because it was convenient.

  • TBF, I initially bought their razor because of the sleek design and marketing aesthetic, but to my surprise, it turned out to be a genuinely good razor that I’d recommend. The blades are gentle on the skin, and I love the gel around them - it really helps make the shaving process smoother and more comfortable. It’s on the pricier side so it depends how much you’d like to splurge on razors.

  • Beautiful products, that not only feel sturdy, but do an amazing job. I really like the flexibility of the subscription service, how easy it is to alter the days of the next order. The brand and design itself is jam-packed full of personality that is so lovely to receive, even when it's just a few razor blades in a delivery! My one issue so far with this product is that I had to ask for a new handle as the clipping mechanism to hold the blade in wasn't working very well. Love the accessorisies that they have to offer, it feels like a complete journey - they have thought of it all. Highly recommend, it was just a shame about the handle!

  • The colours are a dream and the blades super sharp and don't seem to get dull quickly (slower than supermarket brands). However, the little wall holder always falls due to humidity and causes a jump-scare throughout the house. Will continue with my subscription though as they are really functional but pretty :)

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    Better design for the wall holder