Manscaped Lawn Mower 5 Review: Lawn Mower 4 Outdated Now?

I took on the Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra review with a skeptical approach, because there weren't a lot of things to improve upon the previous model, or even outclass competitions from the other brands.

But boy was I wrong! Manscaped certainly knows how to up their level - the LM5 is the evident gamechanger when it comes to pube or ball trimming!

And the dual head design, much safer trimmer blade, bulkier handle, sensitive-skin friendly experience - it all made sense of the price tag after a while.

I honestly think that the Lawn Mower 5.0 isn’t getting enough attention as it should be. It might just be the most thoughtfully and practically designed trimmer for bodygrooming till date!

Manscaped Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra: Specs

Below, the features for the Manscaped 5 are broken down - a precise technical snapshot of the product we are dealing with today.

• Dimensions: 15.0 x 3.6 x 2.9 cm
• Weight: 5.0 Ounces
• Colors: 3 (Tuxedo Black, White Hot, Forged Gold)
• Housing Material: Polycarbonate body with rubberized grip texture
• Main Blade: SkinSafe Ceramic-Titanium Trimmer Blade
• Additional Blade Heads: 1 Foil Shaver Head
• Guard Attachments: 3 (1.4 mm fixed, 2–6 mm adjustable, 8–12 mm adjustable)
• Motor Technology: High-RPM consistent torque motor (~6000 RPM class)
• Waterproof: IPX7
• Charging Method: USB-C + Wireless Charging Compatible
• Travel Lock: Yes
• Battery Indicator: 3-Bar LED
• Battery Runtime: Up to 60 minutes
• Variants: Base LM5.0 Ultra kit/ Performance Package 5.0 bundle

Pros & Cons

These strengths and weaknesses should tell you where the Lawn Mower 5 excels and the areas it just comes shy.

What I Like

• Dual-blade system; trimmer for regular use, foil for ultra close outcome
• Finally a direct USB Type-C charging port on the device
• IPX7 waterproof design
• Guards are better, enhances skin safety
• LED guide light is more powerful this time
• Travel lock and carry case seals the deal

Areas for Improvement

• Foil head is still not razor-close
• Motor power is not up to par for the price, but more powerful than previous models
• Slightly bulkier for some consumers’ taste

Verdict

Manscaped Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra is the ultimate upgrade for safe and flexible pubic hair, ball or any other body part’s trimming. Its inclusion of a foil head lets you produce silky smooth outcomes, guards are better in quality and overall a smart tool with high-safety, low maintenance.

Unboxing the Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra

Let’s unbox the Manscaped 5 trimmer and see what you’re going to get once it arrives on your doorstep.

The unboxing has been oddly satisfying as you get to tear off the side like a zipper and open the lid to find the carry pouch resting inside.

Taking the pouch out, if you unzip it, you’ll find the Lawn Mower 5 resting on the right with the three guards as well as the foil head situated on the left.

Also, inside the pocket, there’s a USB Type-C charging cable, a cleaning brush and an adapter. You’re also given a user manual for convenience.

What’s Inside the Box: Manscaped Lawn Mower 5 Handle with Trimmer Head Attached, 1 Foil Head, 3 Guide Combs, 1 USB-C Charging Cord, 1 Adapter, 1 Storage Case, User Manual.

Lawn Mower 5: Which Features Stand Out?

In this section, I will be discussing the features that stand out on the Lawn Mower 5 trimmer, starting off with the highlights - jumbling everything down together.

Feature Highlights

• Interchangeable Titanium-Ceramic blade & steel foil head in one package
• USB Type-C charging with wireless compatibility
• LED spotlight can alter tone to better suit your skin color
• Consistent motor torque at around 6,000 RPM
• Made for traveling - travel lock & solid carry pouch included

Modern Aesthetics

Manscaped Lawn Mower 5.0 seems like an upgraded version of the previous instalment in the series - like a bigger brother.

It has a glossy top part on either side, the bottom half is matte. Down the middle, the Manscaped logo, power button, travel lock and battery indicators are sequentially placed.

 The blade also looks oddly similar to the older variant, at least looks wise. White blade tooth up front with metallic gray tooth at the back. In short, a very modernist interpretation.

Sufficient Grip with Robust Build

As the Manscaped 5 is slightly larger than the other ball trimmers on the market, it somewhat offers a better grip with more tactile surfaces.

Some consumers prefer their below the belts to be smaller in size for easier access, but it’s evident that the slightly bulkier LM5 remains stuck to the fingers much better than the alternatives.

Also, the matte back and lower half of the handle work in unison in wet conditions, preventing slippage and granting you a greater traction control.

Dual-Head Grooming System

As there are two blade heads in the Lawn Mower 5.0, it stands as a huge upgrade from the older generations. It sort of resembles the Norelco Bodygroom 7000, but much safer.

Trimmer Blade (Ceramic-Titanium)

The trimmer blade is designed with the trademark SkinSafe technology by Manscaped and it does feel much safer to use now!

There’s rounded tips on the blade edges and the overall build feels much more long lasting. This blade can easily work with your pubic hair, armpit hair, not to mention - your man jewels.

Bulk removal in these areas feel like carving through a cake. Despite the lack of zero-overlap for safety, the performance is not at all compromised!

Foil Shaver Head (Stainless Steel)

The foil shaver head comes as an attachment. You can simply push the trimmer head out and replace it with the foil head.

This one is a finisher and works best with a stubble that’s less than 1.5 mm in length. Consumers generally use it for post-trim clean up.

On either side of the foil mesh, there are tiny rounded blade fringes to take care of hair that’s longer for the meshes, at the same time functioning as the guide.

A combination of these two blade heads have taken the Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra to a new height, one that’s often unmatched by the competitors in the industry!

5.0 Ounces - Useful Weight Class

In general, the average weight for such trimming tools are around 4 ounces, but the girth and size of the LM5 measures it at 5.0 ounces.

I don’t really mind the weight since it adds more stability to the strokes by accrediting a ground effect to the handle.

LM5 doesn’t take that long to clean up your man-bits, thus there’s little to no risk of finger fatigue. Also, such a weight class is convenient enough for frequent traveling!

Approx. 6,000 RPM Motor

Manscaped has always been shady about their motor power’s numeric values. I’ve tested the LM5 motor out myself, and it feels like the torque is somewhere around 6,000 or less.

 This motor has remained static during my usage - no signs of slowing down, snagging or pulling. Smaller hair areas like pubes or armpits have been cleaned out quite fast.

Also, toward the end of battery life, the motor doesn’t lose its power like a lot of tools showcasing such signs. Must hand it to Manscaped for giving us something so reliable!

IPX7 Waterproof Rating

When it comes to waterproofing, Manscaped rarely disappoints the consumers! The Lawn Mower 5 too is equipped with an IPX7 rating.

What this means is - you get to trim your body parts under the running water of the shower and rinse everything down with zero concern.

Even the blade can come off to allow a quick rinse of the crevice underneath. Such a method of cleaning keeps the blades bacteria free and overall hygienic.

60-Minute Battery Performance

Well, a 60 minute battery life is somewhat average in the world of body hair or pube grooming. But this duration in my opinion is more than sufficient for multiple grooming sessions.

The battery unit itself is a li-ion 700 mAh, with a three bar LED indicator to inform you about battery life before it runs out!

Another plus point for the Manscaped 5 is its first-time inclusion of a USB Type-C port on the handle! You can now easily recharge it with your phone charger.

If you have Qi charging pads, the LM5 can be charged wirelessly too. I often recharge it through my powerbank with wireless charging capability - and it’s effortless to say the least!

3 Comfortable Guards

There are three guide combs offered inside the package - one is a static 1.5 mm guard (which I mostly use). Other than this, two adjustable guards are at your disposal - 2/4/6 mm and 8/10/12 mm.

The adjustable guards work with the notches on the sliding mechanism itself. You have to push or pull to a certain length out of the 3 notches.

All three of these guards are better designed, more precise and comfortable on skin. Hair doesn't get tugged along or no flimsy fit - it’s just perfect!

LED Guide Light at the Rescue

The brand had been trying to perfect the LED guide light across their older generations, starting from the Lawn Mower 3.0.

This time, LM5 is attached with a wide, diffused LED light generating more power and the tone can be adjusted or the entire light be turned off using the travel lock button.

It has proven to be quite effective while trimming the areas of my folds or between my legs. Also, if you bodygroom with it, the light will show you the exact length of the hair, letting you decide whether you need additional glides or not.

Travel Lock & Carry Pouch

The robust carry pouch generally serves as the storage solution for the Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra and all of its accessories.

You may just toss the whole pouch inside your backpack and be on your way. If that’s too bulky for you, just engage the travel lock and take only the trimmer.

To engage or disengage the lock, press and hold the lock button (smaller one) for 3 seconds, and the LED lights will indicate when it’s successfully done.

How Was My Experience Using the Lawn Mower 5?

Now that we have the feature inspection out of our way, I’ll dive straight into my experience of using the Lawn Mower 5 and the findings around it!

Experience Highlights

• Trimmer blade glides smoothly without tugging
• Foil head delivers surprisingly smooth results
• The safest pubic and ball hair trimming experience ever for me
• Minimal noise and vibration from the motor
• Guards can be used for body hair grooming
• Grip remains firm and comfortable in all conditions

Trimming & Shaving Closeness

Let’s break the closeness down into two sections since there are two types of blade we’re dealing with here.

For the trimmer blade, the outcomes are generally between 0.6 to 1.2 mm of stubble. Also, the titanium-ceramic blades are safe on your wrinkly testicle skin, along with groin contact.

Adding guards will certainly compromise closeness but adds a cushion for safety. In case you’re worried about nicking your skin (which doesn’t really happen), go ahead and have a guard attached.

The foil shaver head doesn’t have any guards, it operates on its own. The hair left behind after the glides are tangible only if you rub your fingers against the growth.

Yes, the smoothness is not like a manual razor, but certainly close enough for a battery powered tool. You should first trim with the trimmer blade, then attach the foil if you do it once a month and want that extra closeness.

Comfort on Skin

The skin comfort has noticeably improved on the Lawn Mower 5.0 over the previous generations.

I am yet to nick or tug even my testicle skin, and this is the only device that has managed to keep my manhood safe up until this point.

Manscaped 5 right now is my go-to ball trimming device solely for the safety and convenience aspect. The other parts of the body remain equally safe.

That said, I’m not taking the foil head near my balls - it doesn’t bid well with wrinkly skin. If you feel obligated, make sure to stretch your skin out and apply small, controlled strokes.

Grooming Efficiency

Despite a static motor, the efficiency on particular body part grooming has been top-tier. I’m able to get my balls trimmed within 5 minutes.

Pubes take even less time with the trimmer head. If you want that extra finesse with the foil head, it might cost you an extra 5-6 minutes.

But the efficiency comes a bit short when you’re grooming your mass body hair, especially if you’re a gorilla who doesn't trim that frequently. Otherwise, efficiency is superb!

How Versatile Is the Lawn Mower 5?

Let me give you the possible avenues you can explore using the Lawn Mower 5 device. For starters, it’s best for groin, pubic hair, armpit and ball trimming.

Also, if you can stretch your arm around the back, your butt hair shaving is also possible. Better to stand in front of a mirror to check the progress.

Furthermore, chest hair trimming, arms and legs cleaning - these are potential areas that require trial and error - because every body hair pattern and density is unique.

Lastly, the foil head can be used for line clean ups, delivering smoother results or keeping your body hair to the shortest possible length in a very safe manner.

Wet Grooming Experience

With the IPX7 waterproof quality, shower trimming is a valid consideration when it comes to the LM5.

Especially the trimmer blade is the real deal in this condition, stray hair washing off as your shower water runs by, keeping things neat and running.

The foil head however is not meant for such operations. It clogs up and doesn’t deliver similar closeness unless you’re treating very short stubble. You can consider lathering up for better results.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Cleaning is easy peasy for the Manscaped 5 - take off the blade and rinse everything under the tap. In case you don’t want to drench it, use a cleaning brush to tidy up the blade and clear out the crevice underneath.

If you opt for the washing route, make sure to shake it so that there’s no water left inside the motor head crevice.

Sometimes, micro hair debris remains stuck between the blade teeth. A robust brush can help you get rid of those.

How Was the Lawn Mower 5 Tested?

To test out the Manscaped Lawn Mower 5, my assessment began with a close inspection. Then, there were multiple groin trims, ball trims, body hair clean ups on chest, arms and legs.

Also, all of these were done in both wet and dry conditions, with and without guards, and using the foil blade onward.

The battery drain test has also been conducted, along with a charging cycle evaluation. LM5 has outscored everyone else for most parts!

Its performance has been consistent, skin irritation minimal, no redness with the trimmer blade - Manscaped will have to create a miracle in case they think of bringing a newer variant out anytime soon.

Who Should Consider Buying the Manscaped 5?

If you’re looking for the safest trimmer out there to serve you below the belt, nothing will come close to competing with the Manscaped 5.

It also provides an overall safer groin trimming and shaving option - an all-round device catering to the needs of those who prefer to keep things down to skin level.

Also, if you’re a frequent traveler, the battery life, pouch system, USB-C charging port and travel lock seal the deal any day of the week.

Is it worth it? Definitely! Because other body grooming kits like this, especially for your downstairs, have limitations in a particular department. But the Lawn Mower 5 - it’s honestly transcendental!

Manscaped Lawn Mower 5 vs 4: Before You Pay Extra

In the past, I’ve had quite a few consumers frequently asking me if paying extra for the Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra is worth it, whether they should go for the upgrade.

Well, I’m here with an answer! Let me put the two devices side by side inside a table first - it should give you a primary idea.

Now, I’ll tell you how the Manscaped 5 is an upgrade over the Manscaped 4, followed by which of the qualities of the Manscaped 4 might want you to keep using the older generation.

What Lawn Mower 5.0 Improves over 4.0

The improvements that the LM5 holds over the LM4 are discussed in this section. There are quite a few, so take your time while scrolling down.

• First of all, the Lawn Mower 5.0 trimmer blade itself is an upgrade. It’s no longer only ceramic, rather a combination of a titanium back tooth with a ceramic frontal tooth. The newer blade is much sharper yet safer, and lasts longer.
• Also, Manscaped 5.0 has an additional foil shaver head. It caters to those who wish skin-close results with a single device.
• Lawn Mower 5 is more convenient when it comes to charging. USB Type-C port and direct charge - it’s like a dream come true. Also, the wireless Qi charging capability is like a cherry on top.
• Travel case design is not only a dream come true for travelers, but also offers a much safer storage solution.
• The quality of the guards are much better and offer broader ranges.
• LED guide light is properly functional this time round, and you can switch it off if you want to!
• Larger size offers better grip for most parts, although it’s subjective.

Also, there are improvements in terms of safety - it’s probably the biggest selling point for me. I’m more confident going closer to my balls for a quick trim.

Why Lawn Mower 4.0 Could Still be Preferable to Some Users

• Those who are fine with the comfort levels of the LM4 and don’t prefer an up close foil shave, LM4 might just be worth keeping
• Also, Lawn Mower 4.0 is much more simpler at a lower cost, yet delivering safe enough trimming results
• It comes with a charging dock. Although LM4 cannot be directly charged, those who want a fancy dock to stash the device on, Lawn Mower 5.0 won’t be able to offer that

Not to mention, the lighter weight and pen-hold design certainly pique the interest of many consumers. Thus, an upgrade might not be needed if it’s able to satisfy you for the basic job.

Final Verdict: In short, Lawn Mower 5.0 is worth the upgrade if you want those extra facilities and added safety. If you’re happy with the Lawn Mower 4.0’s basic abilities with some shared features with the newer edition, don’t pay extra.

But if you own neither of these two and want to buy a complete below the belt grooming package that’s capable of treating other parts of your body as well, definitely consider the Lawn Mower 5.0 as it’s the clear winner out of the two.

FAQ

In this section, I’ll answer a few frequently asked questions regarding the Lawn Mower 5 and satisfy the general curiosity of the consumers.

Q: Is the Lawn Mower 5 safe for grooming sensitive areas?

Ans: Yes! Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra has been the safest trimmer that I’ve ever used especially for the sensitive areas. I’ve never glided down under with such confidence and degree of comfort. It actually has ruined me for any other body grooming device - yes, it’s that good down there!

Q: Can the Manscaped 5 replace a razor?

Ans: Not really if you’re considering the level of closeness. The trimmer blade leaves behind a stubble and the foil shaver head isn’t really silky smooth. The outcome of a razor is unmatched, even when it’s compared on face against top-notch electric shavers. Thus, the comparison is sort of redundant.

Q: How to fix it if my Lawn Mower 5.0 doesn’t turn on?

Ans: There could be a number of reasons why your Lawn Mower 5 isn’t turning on, the most common are engaged travel lock and a dead battery. There are some diagnostic steps you could perform at home - around 90% of the times the trimmer comes back to life after these steps.

Concluding Remarks

Don’t listen to all those who act like a crybaby around the internet saying stuff like the Lawn Mower 5.0 is not as good as it sounds.

I own my very own Manscaped 5 and it has been nothing but a worthy, serious upgrade in the men’s grooming world - especially beneath your waist line.

It’s simple yet practical, good-looking yet grippy - you really can’t ask for more than that! Yes, it’s pricier than the previous models, but that price is well-earned.

The most significant factor on the LM5 is its safety with the trimmer blade. My delicate area grooming has never been so relieving and to some extent, satisfying before!