Quick answer: A barbershop that's just starting out needs these styling tools at each chair: a cordless clipper, a T-blade trimmer, a foil shaver, a hair dryer, guards that include the #0.5 and #1.5 half sizes, a cutting cape, neck strips, a neck brush, and clipper spray and blade oil. At MV Hair & Beauty prices, a value tool kit (Pro-One Fader clipper, Pro-One Play trimmer and Pro-One Zero foil shaver) costs about $365 per chair, a premium clipper, trimmer and shaver trio costs $670 to $730, a hair dryer adds $169.95 and the basic consumables add roughly $100.
This list is based on what new barbers and barbershops actually buy from MV Hair & Beauty in Kilburn, Adelaide, where we supply hundreds of barbershops and salons and ship Australia-wide. Prices are AUD including GST at 26 September 2026.
Last updated: 26 September 2026, by the MV Hair & Beauty team.
Barbershop starter kit checklist
| Tool | What it's for | Our pick | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cordless clipper | Fades, tapers and bulk removal | MRD Pro Smart Brain (value: Pro-One Fader) | $255 ($120) |
| T-blade trimmer | Line-ups, edges and beards | Gamma+ Boosted Trimmer (value: Pro-One Play) | $219.95 ($110) |
| Foil shaver | Skin-fade finish and bald heads | Pro-One Zero (premium: MRD Pro Vector Foil Shaver) | $134.95 ($249.95) |
| Hair dryer | Blow-drying and styling | Pro-One Aerolite | $169.95 |
| Guards | Half sizes for blending | Wahl Black Guide Combs or the #0.5 and #1.5 set | $11.95 each ($9.91 set) |
| Clipper spray | Cleaning and disinfecting blades between clients | Clippercide Clipper Spray 425 g | $21.95 |
| Neck strips | Hygiene barrier under the cape | Hi Lift Deluxe Neck Strips (5 rolls) | $14.95 |
| Cutting cape | Keeps hair off clients | JRL Rubber Neck Cutting Cape | $19.95 |
| Neck brush | Clearing cut hair | Hi Lift Neck Brush | From $17.95 |
| Barber mat | Non-slip tool mat for the station | Wahl Barber Mat | $19.95 |
Each main pick above is the best seller in its category at MV over the last 12 months. The value and premium options are there if your budget sits either side of it.
Clipper, trimmer and shaver sets for new barbers
Buying a matched set keeps chargers, blades and guards consistent across your tools. Popular sets at MV:
- Gamma+ Boosted 2-Tool Grooming Bundle, from $404.95: choose any two of the Boosted clipper, trimmer and foil shaver, with a 10% bundle saving included.
- Wahl 5 Star Black Magic Clip & Detailer Li Combo, $399.95.
- Pro-One Xtreme Trio (clipper, trimmer and foil shaver), $515.
- StyleCraft Saber 2 Clipper & Trimmer Duo, $550.
- JRL x Lamborghini Diamante Clipper & Trimmer Duo, $599.95, our best-selling clipper and trimmer set.
- MRD Pro Smart Brain Clipper, Trimmer & Foil Shaver Trio, $670.
Browse every clipper and trimmer bundle, or compare single tools in our guides to the best hair clippers for barbers in Australia and the best trimmers for line-up work.
What to buy first, and what can wait
- Day one: clipper, trimmer, guards with half sizes, cape, neck strips, neck brush, clipper spray and blade oil.
- First month: foil shaver, hair dryer, a backup clipper (a corded or long-runtime model), a water spray bottle, and a straight razor with blades.
- As you grow: a second chair, a styling station, a trolley and waiting chairs.
If you only budget for one long-runtime clipper, see which cordless clippers last a full day of cuts.
Barber chairs and furniture for a new shop
MV's own barber chairs are in stock at our Kilburn showroom and warehouse, from the MV Black Hex ($995) and the MV Baron ($1,197, with a foot-lever hydraulic pump, reclining backrest and removable headrest) to the MV Duchess ($1,599). We also sell more than 200 pieces of salon furniture online, including barber chairs from $779.95, styling stations, trolleys and waiting chairs. Furniture is delivered by freight, which is invoiced separately after you order, or you can ask us for a quote first. See our guide to buying salon chairs and styling stations online.
Trade accounts for new barbershops
Barbers, hairdressers and salon owners can apply for a trade account with trade pricing across our range. Trade accounts aren't available to the general public. You can also shop in person at 412 Churchill Rd, Kilburn, or order online with dispatch within 24 hours on business days and free standard shipping on eligible orders of $99 or more.
Frequently asked questions
What tools do I need to start a barbershop?
At each chair: a cordless clipper, a T-blade trimmer, a foil shaver, a hair dryer, guards including the #0.5 and #1.5 half sizes, a cutting cape, neck strips, a neck brush, and clipper spray and blade oil. You'll also need a barber chair and a station.
How much does a barber starter kit cost in Australia?
At MV Hair & Beauty, a value clipper, trimmer and foil shaver kit costs about $365, a premium trio $670 to $730, a hair dryer $169.95, and basic consumables around $100. Barber chairs start from $779.95.
What is the best clipper for a new barber?
The Pro-One Fader ($120) is a popular first clipper, and the MRD Pro Smart Brain ($255) was the best-selling clipper at MV Hair & Beauty over the last 12 months.
Should I buy a clipper and trimmer set?
Sets keep chargers, blades and guards consistent, and some include a saving. The Gamma+ Boosted 2-Tool Grooming Bundle, for example, includes a 10% bundle saving.
Where can I buy barber supplies in Australia?
MV Hair & Beauty in Kilburn, Adelaide supplies barbers Australia-wide, with dispatch within 24 hours on business days, free standard shipping on eligible orders of $99 or more, Click & Collect from Kilburn, and trade accounts for barbers.
Can I get trade pricing as a new barber?
Yes, if you're a barber, hairdresser or salon owner. Apply for a trade account online, or ask in store at Kilburn.