Best fabric shavers to debobble your knitwear

Banish the bobbles

illing on jumpers is a real bugbear.

Most often found under the arms, along the side seams, or, in the worst cases, simply all over after a couple of washes, the tiny bobbles instantly make knitwear look worn out and tired.

While a pure fabric tends to less easily succumb to the irksome fluff than blended, no fibres are completely safe - even the holy grail, cashmere, can’t fully fight the fuzz (yelp!).

Enter the fabric shaver, the easy solution that will maintain your clothes so they always stay looking as fresh as the day you bought them. Better yet, you can use them on the likes of bedding and furniture, too, so your interiors stay just as sharp as your wardrobe.

From traditional manual cashmere combs to automatic electric shavers, we’ve researched the best on the market so you, and your knits, are left looking your best.

Best for: overall performance

As a brand that was founded for clothing care, Steamery is a go-to for garment maintenance.

With a sleek design, this shaver is an electric option that features six precision blades which gently yet effectively remove lint and bobbles. Not only is it rechargeable, but it’s also super easy to use.

Best for: interiors

Treat your home to a makeover with Liphier’s double-headed shaver. Ultra-efficient, it works well for blankets, carpets and cushions.

Best for: battery powered

For a shaver that’s cheap, cheerful and also reliable, Philips has you covered. With an adjustable blade, a removable pill container and a cleaning brush, it ticks all of the boxes.

Best for: value for money

In a jolly green design, Homeeasy’s rechargeable shaver features a powerful three-blade construction and a manual lint brush on the back to keep you looking pristine post debobble. For just £15.99, it’s a no-brainer.

Best for: substantial pilling

Larger in size, Cosicosy’s champagne-hue debobbler is perfect for larger garments that have experienced substantial pilling - and the iron-like handle upgrades the entire experience.

Best for: delicates

If using an electric style is too much for you, Lakeland’s fuzz-removing brush offers a more gentle approach. It may take you longer, but it’s certainly a more eco-friendly option. And, with a lint brush included, it’s essentially a buy one get one free!

Best for: cashmere

To help your cashmere pieces last longer and look fresher, a pilling comb is a great option that removes fluff in the least vigorous way. Our favourite is The White Company’s wooden design.