Meridian built a following with a simpler pitch than competitors like Manscaped: one waterproof trimmer, marketed explicitly for both men and women, without gendered marketing or separate product lines. We tested whether that unisex positioning holds up as a practical, versatile tool.
Design and Build
The trimmer has a clean, minimal design that doesn't lean into the aggressive, tactical-looking aesthetic common in men's grooming marketing — a deliberate choice that supports the brand's unisex positioning and makes it a less conspicuous bathroom counter item for shared households.
Waterproof and Rechargeable
Fully waterproof for in-shower use, with a rechargeable battery that held up across multiple sessions without needing a mid-use charge — standard expectations at this price point that the device met without issue.
Guide Combs
Two guide combs are included, offering reasonable but not extensive length control compared to competitors offering more granular options. For most users' basic maintenance needs this was sufficient, though users wanting precise, varied lengths across different areas may find the options slightly limited.
Performance Across Different Areas and Users
We tested the trimmer across chest, underarm, and bikini-line use with different testers, and found consistent performance regardless of area — no noticeable difference in cut quality or comfort that would suggest the device performs better for one specific use case over another, supporting the brand's genuinely unisex design claim rather than a men's product with unisex marketing bolted on.
Comfort
The rounded blade guard design reduced skin pulling and nicks across testers, comparable to other well-designed body trimmers in this category, without any notable safety features beyond standard rounded-tip design (no specialized ceramic blade technology like Manscaped's SkinSafe system).
Noise and Vibration
Noticeably quieter than some competing trimmers, a small but genuinely appreciated detail for anyone using the device in a shared bathroom or at hours when noise matters.
Value Positioning
Priced in the middle of the body-trimmer category, positioned between budget options and premium brand-name competitors — reasonable value for the build quality and waterproof design, without the premium pricing some competitors command for similar core functionality.
Verdict
Meridian delivers on its genuinely unisex positioning with consistent, comfortable performance across different users and treatment areas, backed by solid waterproof build quality and appreciated quiet operation. It doesn't offer some of the specialized features (ceramic blades, extensive guide comb ranges) found on pricier competitors, but for straightforward, reliable body trimming without gendered marketing, it's a strong pick.
Rating: 4.4/5