The New York Times - Ditch your drugstore nail clippers

Our three picks for best nail clippers, in front of a pink background.

Photo: Michael Hession

Why spend more than $5 on nail clippers? Because they’re simply worth the splurge. The best pairs are super-sharp and stay that way for years. This sharpness helps you clip precisely and easily and elevates nail trimming from a tedious chore to a satisfying ritual.

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Over the last six years, we’ve tested 14 pairs of clippers by snipping hotel key cards, acrylics, and, of course, our nails. Our top pick cuts cleanly with very little effort—and won’t send bits flying every which way.

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