DODAER Detachable Pet Clipper Blades Review: a full blade set that mostly gets the job done for cheap

I’ve been grooming my own dogs at home for a while, and the price of name‑brand blades (Andis, Oster, Wahl) starts to hurt when you need several sizes. So I grabbed this DODAER 8‑piece ceramic blade set as a budget option. It covers pretty much everything: 40, 30, 15, 10, 7FC, 5FC, 4FC, and 3¾FC. On paper it’s basically a full pro kit for the price of one or two premium blades.

I used these mostly on a thick‑coated doodle and a short‑haired mix, plus a quick test on a friend’s spaniel. I ran them on an Andis A5‑style clipper and a Wahl KM10. I wanted to see if they actually cut clean, how hot they get, and if they feel like they’ll last or just be throwaway blades.

Reading the Amazon reviews before buying, I saw the usual mix: some people saying they’re great value, some groomers liking them, and a few people complaining about dull blades or even plastic parts. So I went in expecting something like: “good if you get a decent batch, annoying if you get a dud size.” I paid attention to which sizes worked well and which ones struggled.

Overall, my experience lines up with that: the set is pretty solid for the money, but it’s not perfect. Some sizes cut very well, some feel a bit off, and quality control doesn’t seem as tight as the big brands. If you want bulletproof reliability, this isn’t it. If you want a cheap way to get a full range of lengths and you’re okay with a few compromises, then it starts to make sense.

From a pure money standpoint, this set is hard to beat. Eight blades covering almost every length you’ll realistically need, for less than the cost of two or three premium blades. If you’re just starting to groom at home, this is a cheap way to figure out which sizes you actually use without spending a fortune upfront.

Where the value gets a bit more nuanced is when you factor in quality control and lifespan. You’re trading some consistency and polish for a lower price. In my case, I’d say 6 out of 8 blades feel genuinely good for the money, 1 is just okay, and 1 (the #10) is borderline and I mostly avoid it. If you get a similar ratio, it’s still decent value, but it’s not like every single blade feels top‑tier.

Compared to Andis or Oster blades, you definitely feel the difference in finish and cutting smoothness, especially on thick or tricky coats. But for occasional home grooming, I’m not sure that difference justifies paying three or four times more per blade, especially if your technique isn’t pro‑level yet. For a professional groomer, these could be attractive as backup blades or a cheap extra set for busy days, but I wouldn’t rely on them as my only kit.

So in practice, the value is best for: home users with compatible clippers, people grooming a few dogs, or pros who want a secondary set. If you expect perfect performance out of every blade and you hate dealing with the odd dud, you’ll probably be happier sticking with the big brands. If you’re okay with “pretty solid overall, with a couple of weaker links,” then the price makes sense.

Design‑wise, these are classic A5‑style detachable blades, so if you’ve used Andis or Oster blades, you’ll feel at home. The latch mechanism and the groove on the back line up fine with both my Andis A5 and Wahl KM10. They snap on with a bit more resistance than my Andis UltraEdge blades, but nothing crazy – after a couple of blade changes they loosen up a bit and feel normal.

The comb (bottom) blade is stainless steel and the moving cutter is ceramic with a titanium‑style coating, at least according to the listing. The ceramic cutter has that typical off‑white look and a slightly different texture than metal. On my set, all of them were straight, no obvious warping or loose parts. The spring tension felt a bit stiffer on two blades (my 10 and 30), which probably explains why they sounded a little louder and dragged more under load.

One thing I noticed compared to my name‑brand blades: the finish is rougher. The edges of the metal housing aren’t razor sharp or dangerous, but you can feel they’re not as nicely machined. The coating on the ceramic cutters also looks less uniform. Functionally, it doesn’t matter much, but it does show where they saved money. The screws and backing plates look generic; I wouldn’t call them pretty, but they hold together.

In terms of ease of use, the blades slide on and off the clippers just like any other A5 blade. No weird proprietary fitting. The sizes are engraved or printed clearly on the front, which is good when you’re mid‑groom and just grabbing what you need. In practice, the design is nothing special but effective: they’re shaped and built like every other detachable blade you’ve used, just with a noticeable “budget” feel when you look closely.

The brand claims 440C stainless steel for the comb blade and a titanium‑coated ceramic cutter. That combo is fairly common now on cheaper blades because ceramic tends to run cooler and stay sharp longer, at least in theory. On my dogs, I did notice the blades with ceramic cutters stayed a bit cooler than my old all‑steel Andis UltraEdge after a continuous 20–25 minute use on the body.

In terms of actual cutting feel, I’d split the set into two groups. The 7FC, 5FC, 4FC, and 3¾FC felt pretty good: they cut through my doodle’s medium‑thick coat without much pulling, as long as I kept the coat clean and brushed out. The 10 and 30 felt rougher and a bit draggy, especially in thicker areas like the rump and chest. The 15 and 40 were okay for detail work but not as smooth as my Andis 40 on paw pads – they worked, but I had to go a bit slower.

The steel itself feels decent. I didn’t see any rust after cleaning and drying them properly between uses, and I’m not babying them beyond basic care: quick brush out of hair, wipe, a few drops of oil, and back in a drawer. No pitting, no flaking. The ceramic cutters haven’t chipped so far, but I’m careful not to drop the blades on hard floors because ceramic does not like impacts.

Now, about that user review saying the inside blade was plastic: I checked all eight of mine by taking them apart. Every moving cutter in my set is ceramic, not plastic. That said, with mass‑produced budget stuff, I can believe some people got a bad batch or some weird substitution. So materials on my unit are fine, but quality control across thousands of units might not be consistent. Overall, I’d say the materials are pretty solid for the price, but don’t expect the same refinement or consistency as premium blades.

I’ve put these blades through about six full grooms (two passes on my own dogs and a few sessions on friends’ dogs) over roughly a month. That’s not a full year of pro use, but it’s enough to get an idea. The longer blades (3¾FC, 4FC, 5FC, 7FC) still feel reasonably sharp. They’re not brand‑new crisp anymore, but they’re not chewing or leaving obvious tracks either. For the price, that’s not bad.

Where I see potential durability issues is consistency between sizes. The 10 was a bit underwhelming from the start and hasn’t improved with use, obviously. The 30 feels like it’s lost a bit of bite faster than the others. That suggests the edge finishing or heat treatment isn’t perfectly consistent from blade to blade. With name‑brand stuff, you usually get more uniform quality across the range.

In terms of physical toughness, no broken teeth, no cracked ceramic, and no loosened screws so far. I clean them with a blade wash, dry them, and oil before storage. I’m not super gentle, but I’m also not tossing them around. The ceramic cutters are always the risk point: drop one on tile and you may chip it. That’s just the nature of ceramic, not specific to this brand, so if you’re clumsy, maybe keep that in mind.

Long term, I don’t expect these to last as many sharpen cycles as high‑end blades. At this price, I’m mentally treating them as semi‑disposable: use them until sharpening no longer makes sense financially. For a home user grooming every month or two, they’ll probably last quite a while. For a pro groomer doing multiple dogs a day, I’d keep these as backup or secondary blades, not your main workhorses.

Performance is where these blades are either “good deal” or “annoying”, depending on what you expect. On my doodle with a medium‑dense, slightly curly coat, the 3¾FC, 4FC, 5FC, and 7FC did the heavy lifting. With a clean, brushed‑out coat, they went through the body and sides without much complaint. The cut was even enough that I didn’t feel the need to go back over everything with scissors. They’re not as smooth as my Andis CeramicEdge, but for home grooming they’re totally workable.

The #10 blade was the weak point in my set, which lines up with that Amazon review saying theirs was half dull. Mine cuts, but it tends to pull a bit on thicker spots, especially around the neck and back of the legs. I had to go slower and keep more tension on the skin to avoid snagging. For sanitary trims where the hair is shorter and finer, it was okay, but I definitely noticed a difference compared to my older Andis #10.

The 30 and 40 blades are decent for paws and detail work. I used the 40 on paw pads and the 30 around the ears and face on the spaniel. They cut close enough and didn’t leave obvious lines, but again, I had to move a bit slower than with my name‑brand blades. If you’re doing show‑level finishes, you’ll probably notice the difference. For regular pet grooming at home, they’re acceptable.

Noise and vibration are pretty average. One nice thing: the ceramic does help with heat. After a 20‑minute continuous run doing body work with the 5FC, the blade was warm but not “burn your fingers” hot like some cheap steel blades. I still recommend using cooling spray or swapping blades for long sessions, but these do run a bit cooler and quieter than some older metal blades I’ve used. Overall, performance is good enough for home use and light pro use, but I wouldn’t rely on them as my only blades in a busy grooming salon.

Out of the box, you get eight detachable blades: 40, 30, 15, 10, 7FC, 5FC, 4FC, and 3¾FC. That covers cut lengths from 0.25 mm up to 13 mm (1/100" to 1/2"). If you’re used to regular A5‑style blades, the sizing is standard: #10 is your usual short body trim, 7FC/5FC/4FC/3¾FC are your longer finish cuts, and 40/30/15 are more for close work, feet, face, and sanitary areas.

The set is clearly aimed at people who already have a compatible clipper (Andis, Oster A5, Wahl KM10, etc.) and want a cheap way to fill out their blade lineup. There’s no oil, no cleaning brush, no case, just blades in basic plastic holders inside a cardboard box. Nothing fancy, but everything was individually protected and none of mine arrived chipped or bent.

Each blade is marked with its size on the front, so you don’t have to guess. The markings are clear enough that you can read them quickly during a groom, which is handy when you’re swapping a lot. The cutting lengths matched what I’m used to with my Andis blades; I didn’t see any weird “this 7FC feels like a 5” type surprises. So at least in terms of sizing, they’re consistent.

If you’re used to premium brands, the overall first impression is: budget but acceptable. The packaging screams “no-frills”, but the contents look like standard A5 blades with ceramic cutters. For the price bracket, the amount of stuff you get is the main selling point: a whole range of sizes in one shot instead of slowly buying singles at three or four times the cost.