When it comes to clipping your horse, using a set of cordless clippers could make it an easier, more straightforward job for both you and the horse, because you don’t have any cord to worry about and some battery-operated horse clippers can be quieter, too. Yet these models can offer the same power and speed of their corded counterparts, sans the annoying cable.

While there’s a lot to consider when it comes to choosing the right clippers, one of the biggest factors is whether they are mains-powered or not. Cordless clippers are battery powered, so you don’t need to worry about having access to a plug or keeping an eye on whether your horse is about to stand on the cable. Being cordless gives you greater manoeuvrability to clip where you need to and easier handling to reach your target area.

Cordless clippers do need to be charged ahead of time, so you’ll need to plan ahead. Bear in mind as well that the battery has a limited run time, meaning you might need to purchase additional batteries if you have days of clipping multiple horses ahead. For this reason, battery-operated clippers are usually better suit to someone who only has a few horses to clip or who has time to wait to recharge the batteries between uses.

Your Horse has compiled the following list of nine cordless clippers available on the market to help you choose which model would best suit you and your horse.

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Lister Eclipse

Run time: 130 minutes

Charge time: 130 minutes

Weight: 845g

Warranty: Clipper 2 years, battery 1 year

What’s included:

  • Eclipse Clipper
  • One lithium ion battery
  • Charger
  • Charging stand
  • 60ml clipper oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Fine blade

The Lister Eclipse is a medium-duty clipper that can handle all coat types. It has a slim ergonomically-designed body for easy manoeuvrability. It features an easy tensioning system, and a highly efficient brushless DC motor for smoother, cooler running. The interchangeable battery and charging stand have LED indicators so you can easily check how much power it has.

The Lister Eclipse cordless clippers feature a thermal shutdown to protect internal components from overheating and becoming damaged.

RRP £419.99 Purchase here

Clipperman Dragon Clipper

Run time: 120 minutes (per battery)

Charge time: 90 minutes (per battery)

Weight: 900g

Warranty: 2 years

What’s included: 

  • Battery-powered Dragon clipper
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion batteries x2
  • A2 blade
  • Blade guard
  • Battery charger
  • Clipper oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Screwdriver
  • Instruction manual

This cable-free clipper offers a safe clipping experience. It is supplied with A2 blades with a 3mm cut length, but other compatible blades are available to purchase separately (A22 fine 1mm cut length; A6 coarse blades; A7 cattle or very coarse blades).

The Clipperman Dragon Clipper comes with two rechargeable batteries with two hour run times, but larger batteries with longer run times are available separately, making it the perfect set of clippers for doing multiple horses per day.

RRP £317.46 ($380.95) Purchase here

Liveryman Harmony Plus

Run time: 90 minutes (internal battery)

Charge time: 150 minutes

Weight: 490g

Warranty: 2 years (on most models)

What’s included: 

  • Harmony Plus clipper handset fitted with an a5 blade
  • Oil
  • Brush
  • Instruction manual
  • Optional external battery pack also available to purchase separately.

The Liveryman Harmony Plus clippers are perfect for amateurs and professionals alike, and doubles up as a trimmer.

The brushless motor does not heat, allowing for frequent use. It is one of Liveryman’s quietest clippers, making it ideal for use on nervous or green horses.

While this is a cordless clipper, the option of an external battery means you can extend clipping time or run the machine off the mains lead if required.

RRP £225 Find a stockist here

Heiniger Xplorer Clipper

Run time: 120 minutes

Charge time: 60-70 minutes

Weight: 990g

What’s included: 

  • Heiniger Xplorer clipper
  • Battery
  • Blade set x1 (standard, coarse and fine blade sets available)
  • 100ml oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Carry case

The Heiniger Xplorer clipper is a medium-duty powerful cordless clipper that can handle challenging coats for both horses and cattle. It is considered to be quieter to run compared to some other clippers, and has a sealed unit to prevent hair and dirt from getting inside.

RRP £406.20 Purchase here 

Heiniger Xplorer Pro Cordless Cattle/ Horse Clippers

Run time: 120 minutes

Charge time: 90 minutes

What’s included:

  •  Xplorer Pro clippers
  • Pair of clipping blades x1
  • Charger
  • Batteries x2
  • Power supply unit with plug
  • Special screwdriver
  • Bottle of special lubricating oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Storage case
  • Instruction manual

The Heiniger Xplorer Pro is a step up from its predecessor, the Heiniger Xplorer (see above). The Pro model features two speed levels and its unique double gear wheel transfers power optimally from the motor to the clipper head.

It has a patented tension indicator which provides more precise clipping than ever before, and extends the clipper’s life. Running at just 65dB, it’s also quiet, making it suitable for nervous horses who are sensitive to sound.

RRP £525.35 ($532.89) Purchase here 

Clipperman Baroness Battery Clipper

Run time: 150 minutes

Charge time: 180 minutes

Weight: 700g

Warranty: 2 years

What’s included: 

  • Battery-powered Baroness clipper
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack
  • A2 blade
  • Blade guard
  • Battery charger
  • Clipper oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Screwdriver
  • Instruction manual

This lightweight clipper has dual speed settings, allowing you to lower the speed to reduce noise and vibration when clipping delicate areas on the horse’s body. It comes with a battery pack on a curly cord that can be clipped onto a belt or slipped into a pocket.

Separate blades are available to purchase separately.

RRP £240 ($288) Purchase here 

Heiniger Opal Clipper

Run time: 240 minutes

Charge time: 60 minutes

What’s included: 

  • Heiniger Opal clipper
  • Batteries x2
  • Charger unit
  • #10 blade x1
  • Oil
  • Brush
  • Carry case

This extremely quiet clipper comes with two speed settings to make light work of even the thickest coats. It can be used on all animals, from cats to cows, making it a good model for owners clipping horses of many different shapes and sizes.

RRP £359.99 Purchase here

Aesculap Bonum Horse Clipper

Run time: 70-80 minutes

Charge time: 50 minutes

Weight: 900g

What’s included: 

  • Aesculap Bonum clipper
  • Set of standard blades
  • Charger
  • 90ml clipping oil
  • Instruction book
  • Hard carry case

The Aesculap Bonum is a medium-duty clipper that has a slim and ergonomic design for a comfortable grip. An Aesculap Torqui Tensioner can be purchased separately, which allows you to select the correct tension with no room for error — a helpful tool for beginners.

This clipper is compatible with Aesculap and Heiniger blades and is available in pink and blue.

RRP £320 Purchase here  International shipping available 

Masterclip HD Roamer Cordless Horse Clipper

Run time: 120 minutes (per battery)

Weight: 1,200g

Warranty: 2 years

What’s included: 

  • Masterclip HD Roamer Cordless clippers
  • A2 toughened steel 1.5mm fine cut blades
  • Charging unit
  • Clipper oil
  • Cleaning brush
  • Silver carry case

The Masterclip HD Roamer is a professional cordless clipper. It has an ergonomic design to increase manoeuvrability. It has anti-vibration motor mounts to ensure the clipper remains quiet and comfortable to use for long durations.

Other blades are available, including medium blades that offer a longer clip ideal for grey horses or those with sensitive skin.

RRP £299.99 Purchase here

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