WHAT’S IN THE STARTER KIT

The Starter Kit · What You Get
WHAT’S IN THE
STARTER KIT

Exactly what you get for £9.99, how to choose between the 3-blade and 5-blade options, and what happens after you order.

By SmartShave Editorial  ·  4 min read · Starter Kit
£9.99
starter kit
one handle and one cartridge, to try SmartShave for yourself
4
models
SB3 and CB3 (3-blade), GG5 and BB5 (5-blade)
Free
UK delivery
usually 2 to 5 days by 2nd class mail
4.5/5
on Trustpilot
rated Excellent by customers

Not sure what you actually get for £9.99? Here’s what’s in the starter kit, how to choose between the 3-blade and 5-blade options, and what happens after you order. No small print, no surprises.

What’s in the Kit

Included
One Premium Handle

A weighty handle with a quality rubber grip, so the razor stays secure in your hand.

Included
One Cartridge

Your choice of a 3-blade or 5-blade cartridge, ready to shave with.

On every razor
A Pivoting Action Head

The head follows the contours of your face and neck, so the blades stay in contact without extra pressure.

On every razor
A Strip With Vitamin E and Aloe

A comfort strip built into the cartridge, to help the blade glide.

SmartShave starter kit razor with pivoting action head
Starter kit
The SmartShave Starter Kit: £9.99
  • Premium handle with a quality rubber grip
  • Pivoting action head
  • Strip with vitamin E and aloe
  • Free UK delivery
3-blade kit: £9.995-blade kit: £9.99
One handle and one cartridge. Change, delay or cancel any time.

3-Blade or 5-Blade?

Both options share the same handle, pivoting action head and vitamin E and aloe strip. The only real difference is the cartridge. If you’re not sure, pick the one that sounds closest to the razor you use now. Not sure what suits your skin? Our sensitive skin guide and razor comparison can help.

3-blade5-blade
ModelsSMARTSHAVE SB3 and CB3SMARTSHAVE GG5 and BB5
Starter kit£9.99£9.99
Monthly plan£24.99£24.99
HandlePremium, quality rubber gripPremium, quality rubber grip
HeadPivoting actionPivoting action
StripVitamin E and aloeVitamin E and aloe

What Happens After You Order

Step
1
Your Kit Ships Free

UK delivery is free. Orders go by 2nd class mail and usually arrive in 2 to 5 days.

Step
2
Try It for a Week or Two

Follow our step-by-step shaving guide and see how it feels. Remember to change the blade about once a week if you shave regularly.

Step
3
Decide What’s Next

If you like it, add a monthly plan at £24.99: your first delivery includes a handle and four cartridges. You can change, delay or cancel at any time for free.

Who Is the Starter Kit For?

For you if
You Want to Try Before You Commit

A low-cost way to find out whether SmartShave suits you.

For you if
You Want Fresh Blades on Schedule

Weekly blade changes are easier when cartridges arrive without you remembering.

For you if
You Dislike Long Contracts

You can change, delay or cancel at any time, for free.

For you if
You’re a Woman Who Shaves

We have lots of female customers too.

What customers say

★★★★★

“Excellent product, handle has a real weighty and quality feel”

Jonathan T. · Trustpilot · March 2026
★★★★★

“The quality is fantastic and more importantly a comfortable shave with no irritation”

Paul · Trustpilot · August 2021
★★★★★

“My now razor of choice”

Damion O. · Trustpilot · February 2025
★★★★★

“Such a smooth shave, will definitely be getting more”

Michelle · Trustpilot · September 2019

Frequently asked questions

What’s in the starter kit?

One premium handle with a quality rubber grip and one cartridge, in a 3-blade or 5-blade option. The kit costs £9.99.

How long does delivery take?

UK delivery is free. We send by 2nd class mail, and it usually takes 2 to 5 days.

Which model should I choose?

SB3 and CB3 are the 3-blade razors. GG5 and BB5 are the 5-blade razors. They share the same handle features, pivoting head and vitamin E and aloe strip.

Can I cancel or change my subscription?

Yes. You can change, delay or cancel at any time for free, with no long-term commitment. Manage it from your account.

Does SmartShave work for sensitive skin?

It’s designed to. The razors reduce friction and cut down on repeat passes, and the strip contains vitamin E and aloe.

How often will I need new blades?

About once a week if you shave regularly. See how often to change your razor blade.

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The Verdict
£9.99. One razor. No lock-in.

The starter kit is a simple, low-cost way to try a premium-feeling razor with a pivoting head and a vitamin E and aloe strip. If it suits you, add a monthly plan. If it doesn’t, you can cancel any time.

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