First, you should ask yourself for what purpose you need the clipper. We distinguish between:

1. Small animal clippers
2. Paw clippers and finishing (partial-area) clippers
3. Large animal clippers

These clippers are suitable for partial clipping and full clipping of pets. These machines are therefore intended as dog clippers, cat clippers, rabbit clippers, guinea pig clippers, etc.

If you do not yet own any blades, the best choice is the Aesculap Favorita clippers with blades specifically developed for small animals Aesculap Favorita blades. At first glance, these blades may seem a bit more expensive, but this quickly balances out because, for longer blade lengths, you do not need to buy separate fine and coarse blades. You simply adjust the coat length using the knurled screw on the blade. Another advantage of the Aesculap Favorita blades is that they can be sharpened significantly more often than clip blades (SnapOn blades), saving you considerable money in the long run.

The following clippers belong to the Aesculap Favorita clipper series:

• Aesculap Favorita II GT104 is the well-known and proven corded clipper that has been used for decades by professional dog groomers, breeders, veterinarians, and demanding private users. It remains one of the best-selling dog clippers.
  
• Aesculap Favorita Speed GT114 is the official successor to the Aesculap Favorita II (since 2016). It is also a purely corded clipper and has become even faster and more powerful. Suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users. Dog groomer Vienna tip: I recommend these corded clippers for all users who do not use the clipper constantly (e.g., private users), because the lifespan of a battery decreases when it is not used regularly.
• Aesculap Favorita CL GT206 is the most powerful small animal clipper on the market; it is the successor to the corded clippers. Thanks to new technology, it is lighter, stronger, and offers complete independence.
• Aesculap Favorita CLi is the latest cordless clipper from Aesculap and features a charging and oil indicator. It is available in several colors and optionally with one or two batteries. It is faster but less powerful than the Favorita CL GT206, and the included accessories are slightly reduced. Suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users who use the clipper at least once a month.
  Dog groomer Vienna tip: I recommend these clippers for all users who use the clipper frequently, such as dog groomers, veterinarians, and busy breeders, as well as private users who often clip their dogs (from at least 2 dogs). There is practically no better Aesculap clipper on the market for users who work frequently with a clipper. Thanks to battery operation, these clippers offer total freedom of movement. The ergonomic design allows hours of work with these machines.

These clippers are suitable for the partial and full clipping of pets. These clippers with the most popular blade system are also recommended if you already own several still usable blades from Oster, Wahl, Optimum, GogiPet A5, Moser, Heiniger, Andis, AGC or other clippers using the A5 (Snap On blades) system.

The following Aesculap clippers belong to this category:

• Aesculap Fav5 GT105 is the classic corded clipper from Aesculap for continuous operation and is popular among users switching from Oster, Wahl, Optimum clip system, Moser, Heiniger, Andis, AGC or other clippers with A5 blades, as the blades are compatible. Suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users.
  Dog groomer Vienna tip: I recommend this clipper for all users who do not use the clipper constantly (e.g., private users), because the lifespan of a battery decreases when it is not used regularly. For beginners who do not yet own blades, I recommend as an alternative the Aesculap Favorita II GT104 or the Aesculap Favorita Speed GT114 with Favorita blades.
  
• Aesculap Fav5 CL is the most powerful cordless small animal clipper with SnapOn blades on the market and is popular among users switching from Oster, Wahl, Optimum clip system, Moser, Heiniger, Andis, AGC or other clippers with A5 blades, as the blades are compatible. Thanks to new technology, it is lighter, stronger, and offers full independence in continuous use. Suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users who use the clipper at least once a month.
  Dog groomer Vienna tip: I recommend this clipper for all users who use the clipper frequently, such as all dog groomers, veterinarians, and busy breeders, as well as private users who often clip their dogs (from at least 2 dogs).
• Aesculap Durati is the simplified version of the cordless small animal clipper with SnapOn blades and is, in our view, more suitable as a second clipper and for home use. The clipper itself meets the proven Aesculap quality, but the plastic housing leaves something to be desired and is less suitable for professional continuous use. It is the ideal second clipper for professional dog groomers who already own a clipper with the A5 system, such as from Oster, Wahl, Optimum clip system, Moser, Heiniger, Andis, AGC or similar clippers with A5 clip blades. Suitable for breeders and private users who use the clipper at least once a month.
  Dog groomer Vienna tip: I recommend this clipper as a second clipper and for private users who want a cordless clipper on a small budget.

Aesculap Exacta and Aesculap Isis paw clippers. Suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users. Paw clippers and clippers for very small areas and especially for shaving out dog paws.
Dog groomer Vienna tip: The Aesculap Isis is simply the best paw clipper on the market. Always clean the paws before clipping and clean and oil the blade after every use so that the blade does not become clogged.

Aesculap Akkurata and Aesculap Vega partial-area clippers suitable for dog groomers, groomers, veterinarians, breeders, and private users.
Dog groomer Vienna tip: I use these Aesculap clippers for larger partial areas or even as clippers for a full clip when I am clipping a very well-groomed dog whose coat allows the comb to glide through without resistance.

Clippers for horses and cattle

Aesculap Econom II cattle clipper and horse clipper with mains operation

Aesculap Econom II CL cattle clipper and horse clipper with battery operation

This article is very detailed, but we want to advise you as well as possible in order to find the right clipper for you.