# BLACK FRIDAY RAZOR DEALS UK: HOW TO SPOT A REAL SAVING _Published: 2026-11-12_ [SMARTSHAVE](https://smartshave.co.uk/) [Razors](https://smartshave.co.uk/#products)[Subscribe](https://smartshave.co.uk/student-discount/)[Blog](https://smartshave.co.uk/) Buying Guide · Black Friday 2026 BLACK FRIDAY RAZOR DEALS A big discount sticker isn’t the same as a low price. Here’s how to check what a razor deal really costs. By **SmartShave Editorial**  ·  5 min read · Buying Guide 27 Nov Black Friday 2026 many shops start their deals earlier 3 things to check refill cost, bundles, delivery 4 SmartShave models SB3 and CB3 (3-blade), GG5 and BB5 (5-blade) £9.99 starter kit includes a premium handle and a cartridge Every November, razors get a Black Friday sticker. But a big percentage off a high price isn’t the same as a low price, and the razor is rarely where the money goes. Here’s how to check what a deal really costs before you click buy. ## Where Razor Deals Mislead The Sticker A Big % Off Means Little Fifty per cent off a high price can still cost more than a fair price with no sale at all. Refills The Cartridges Are the Real Cost A cheap handle is only the start. Over a year, the refills cost far more than the razor. See [the real cost of shaving over 10 years](https://smartshave.co.uk/the-real-cost-of-shaving-over-10-years-cheap-vs-premium-razors-compared/). Bundles Big Packs Can Tie You In A large multipack feels like a bargain, but you’re committing to one brand’s cartridges, and they only fit that brand’s handle. Postage Delivery Adds Up A small charge at checkout can wipe out a saving. Always compare the final price, not the headline. ## Three Things to Check 1 **Price per Cartridge** Divide the price by the number of cartridges you actually get. This is the number that decides what you spend over the year. Action: Work out the cost of each refill. 2 **What Refills Cost After the Sale** A deal on the handle is only a good deal if the refills stay affordable in January. Check the everyday price, not only the sale price. Action: Look up the normal refill price. 3 **Delivery and Cancelling** Free UK delivery and easy cancelling matter as much as a few pounds off. See [what free UK delivery really means](https://smartshave.co.uk/does-smartshave-co-uk-offer-free-uk-shipping-what-it-really-means-for-razor-buyers/). Action: Check the final price and the exit terms. ## A Simple Four-Step Deal Check Step 1 **Note the normal price** Look at what the razor and refills cost on an ordinary day, not just the crossed-out price. Step 2 **Work out the cost per cartridge** Divide the price by the number of cartridges you get, then multiply by how many you’ll use in a year. Step 3 **Add delivery** Include postage at checkout so you’re comparing like for like. Step 4 **Check how to cancel or return** Make sure you can stop, change or return the order without a fuss. See [razor subscription vs supermarket](https://smartshave.co.uk/razor-subscription-vs-supermarket-which-saves-you-more/). ## Deal Mistakes vs the Better Way #### ✗ The Common Mistakes - Trusting the percentage off - Ignoring the cost of refills - Buying a huge multipack you can’t use - Forgetting delivery charges - Choosing on the handle alone #### ✓ The Better Way - Comparing the final price - Working out the price per cartridge - Buying what you’ll actually use - Counting postage - Checking how refills are priced all year Not sure how many blades you need? Our [3-blade vs 5-blade guide](https://smartshave.co.uk/3-blade-vs-5-blade-razor-which-is-actually-better-for-you/) can help you choose. ![SmartShave starter kit razor with pivoting action head](https://smartshave.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/6.png) Starter kit A Price to Compare Against: £9.99 - Premium handle with a quality rubber grip - Pivoting action head - Strip with vitamin E and aloe - Free UK delivery [3-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-cb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=black-friday-razor-deals-uk&utm_content=mid-3blade)[5-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-bb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=black-friday-razor-deals-uk&utm_content=mid-5blade) One handle and one cartridge. Change, delay or cancel any time. ## What customers say ★★★★★ “Excellent product, handle has a real weighty and quality feel” Jonathan T. · Trustpilot · March 2026 ★★★★★ “My now razor of choice” Damion O. · Trustpilot · February 2025 ★★★★★ “Very good quality yet reasonably priced” Chrissy · Trustpilot · November 2020 Rated 4.5/5 from 15 reviews. [Read them all on Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/smartshave.co.uk). ## Frequently asked questions When is Black Friday 2026? Friday 27 November 2026, although many shops start their deals earlier in the month. Are Black Friday razor deals worth it? Only if the price per cartridge is low and the refills stay affordable afterwards. A cheap handle with expensive refills usually costs more over the year. Is a subscription better than a one-off bundle? It depends how often you shave and how much storage you want. A subscription gives you refills on a schedule you can change, which suits many men better than a big pack. Can I try SmartShave without a long commitment? Yes. Start with the £9.99 starter kit, which includes a premium handle. You can change, delay or cancel at any time for free. → The Verdict Check the price per cartridge. The best razor deal is the one that’s still cheap in February. Ignore the sticker, work out what refills cost over a year, and make sure delivery and cancelling are easy. #### A Simple Way to Get Set Up SmartShave’s starter kit is £9.99: a premium handle and a cartridge, delivered free in the UK. [Get the Starter Kit](https://smartshave.co.uk/student-discount/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=black-friday-razor-deals-uk&utm_content=sidebar) Deal Checklist - Normal price, not the crossed-out one - Price per cartridge - Refill cost after the sale - Delivery at checkout - Easy cancelling or returns SmartShave Plans - Starter Kit: £9.99 - 3-blade monthly: £24.99 - 5-blade monthly: £24.99 - Free UK delivery · Cancel anytime Keep Reading - Subscription vs Supermarket - The Real Cost of Shaving - What’s in the Starter Kit Rated 4.5/5 See what customers say on [Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/smartshave.co.uk). ### Skip the sticker. Get a £9.99 SmartShave starter kit with a premium handle, delivered free in the UK. Change, delay or cancel any time. [3-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-cb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=black-friday-razor-deals-uk&utm_content=footer-3blade)[5-blade kit: £9.99](https://smartshave.co.uk/checkout-page-bb3/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=black-friday-razor-deals-uk&utm_content=footer-5blade) © 2026 [SmartShave UK](https://smartshave.co.uk/)  ·  Starter Kit £9.99  ·  Monthly from £24.99  ·  Free UK Delivery  ·  Questions? [hello@smartshave.co.uk](mailto:hello@smartshave.co.uk)