The BaBylissPRO Compact LO-PROFX Cordless Clipper (FX820E) is a low-profile professional fade clipper in a matte black finish -- the full LO-PROFX cut in a smaller, more manoeuvrable body. A high-speed DC motor runs at 6,800 RPM behind an ultra-thin black Titanium fade blade with a built-in oil reservoir, and the blade adjusts to zero-gap for a close, clean line. It runs cordless on a high-capacity lithium-ion battery with up to 150 minutes of runtime, charges over USB-C, and shares a universal charging base with the rest of the LO-PROFX Compact tools.

In the box

• the Compact LO-PROFX cordless clipper
• 8 comb attachments
• a blade guard
• a USB-C charging cable
• a universal charging base (fits all LO-PROFX Compact tools)
• a cleaning brush and lubricating oil

Why the Compact LO-PROFX clipper

The Compact LO-PROFX clipper is the low-profile workhorse -- the same LO-PROFX cutting power in a body that sits closer to the head and turns more easily in the hand. The high-speed DC motor holds 6,800 RPM through denser hair, and the ultra-thin black Titanium fade blade adjusts to zero-gap and stays fed by a built-in oil reservoir. A 5-position taper lever and 8 comb attachments cover the fade from skin-close up through the grades. The scratch-resistant anodized aluminium housing is built for daily use, and one universal base charges the whole Compact line.

Key features

• Ultra-thin black Titanium fade blade: a zero-gap adjustable Titanium fade blade for close, clean fades and blends; Titanium is hard-wearing and holds its edge, and a built-in oil reservoir keeps it lubricated.
• High-speed DC motor: runs at 6,800 RPM and is designed to hold its speed through longer, thicker hair.
• 5-position taper lever: adjust the cutting length on the fly for quicker blending, without changing combs.
• 8 comb attachments: a full set of guides for the graded lengths and bulk work.
• Cordless lithium-ion with USB-C: up to 150 minutes of cordless runtime, charged over USB-C, on a universal base shared with the LO-PROFX Compact trimmer and shaver.
• Ultra-low-profile aluminium body: a compact, scratch-resistant anodized housing that sits close to the head for control.

What to expect

This is a fade clipper for bulk, tapers and blends in a compact body -- the cutting, not the fine outlining. For crisp lines and beard detail, reach for the Compact LO-PROFX trimmer; for a foil-close finish, add the Compact single-foil shaver. The black Titanium blade is chosen for a hard-wearing edge and stays fed by the oil reservoir, so keep it topped up. It is cordless only, so keep a charged battery ready, and the low profile rewards a flat, steady hand.

Who it is for

• Barbers and stylists who want the LO-PROFX cut in a smaller, more manoeuvrable clipper.
• Fades, tapers and blends: the DC motor and zero-gap Titanium fade blade take hair down and blend it up.
• Close control: the low-profile body sits near the head for detailed fade work.
• Anyone building the Compact LO-PROFX set: the clipper shares a battery base with the Compact trimmer and shaver.

Who it is not for

• If you mainly cut fine lines and edges: a fade clipper removes bulk -- use the Compact LO-PROFX trimmer for outlining and detail.
• If you want a foil-close finish: add the Compact single-foil shaver for the neck, cheeks and hairline.
• If you need to run corded mid-cut: this is cordless only, so keep the battery topped up.

Professional tip

Keep the low profile flat against the head -- the Compact body is built to sit close, so lay the blade flat and let the low profile ride the curve of the skull instead of digging a corner in. Take the bulk down first, then lift the clipper and open the taper a step at a time to blend, and finish the guideline at zero-gap with no comb.

How to use

1. Charge the battery over USB-C on the universal base; this clipper is cordless.
2. Fit a comb and set the taper lever for the grade you want.
3. Cut against the growth to remove bulk, working in sections.
4. Blend by lifting the clipper and opening the taper a step at a time.
5. Line the guideline with the blade at zero-gap and no comb.
6. Oil the blade after each use, brush it clean and store the clipper dry.

Care and maintenance

Oil the blade before and after each use -- the built-in reservoir helps, but add a drop along the teeth, run the clipper briefly, then wipe the excess -- and brush the cut hair from the blade after every client. Keep the clipper dry and store it with the guard on. When the blade dulls, fit a matching original black Titanium fade blade; for that blade, plus combs, blade covers and oil, see the BaBylissPRO accessories and replacement parts page. And for sectioning hair while you work, add the BaBylissPRO Croco Clips X6.

In short

• Low-profile cordless fade clipper: 6,800 RPM DC motor, ultra-thin black Titanium fade blade, zero-gap, integrated lubrication, for fades, tapers and blends.
• Cordless with USB-C: up to 150 minutes of runtime on a universal base shared with the LO-PROFX Compact line.
• Compact LO-PROFX set: pair it with the Compact trimmer and single-foil shaver for lines and a close finish.

Frequently asked questions