Hedge Trimmers
Top 8 hedge trimmers on Amazon
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BLACK+DECKER BEHT150 17-inch Corded Hedge Trimmer (3.2-Amp)
17-inch dual-action blades · 3.2 amp corded motor
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BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX 22-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer LHT2220
22-inch hardened steel blades · 20V MAX battery and charger included
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BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX 18-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer LHT218C1
18-inch dual-action blade · 20V MAX battery and charger included
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BLACK+DECKER BEHT350FF 22-inch Corded Hedge Trimmer (4.0-Amp)
22-inch dual-action blade · 4.0 amp corded motor
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WORX 20V 22-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer WG261
22-inch dual-action blades · 20V PowerShare battery and charger included
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RYOBI ONE+ 18V 22-inch Cordless Hedge Trimmer (Tool Only)
22-inch dual-action blades · 3/4-inch cut capacity
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Greenworks 40V 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 1" Cut Capacity (Tool Only)
24-inch dual-action steel blades · Cuts branches up to 1 inch
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CRAFTSMAN V20 CMCHT810B 20" Cordless Hedge Trimmer (Bare Tool)
20-inch dual-action blades · Up to 3/4-inch cut capacity
A hedge trimmer shapes shrubs and hedges much faster and more evenly than hand shears. Most homeowners need a cordless or corded electric model; gas trimmers are now mostly for professional crews.
Cordless versus corded
Cordless hedge trimmers on 20V to 56V batteries are the most popular choice. With no cord to cut through or drag across beds, you can trim the whole yard freely. A 2.0Ah to 4.0Ah battery usually gives 40 to 90 minutes of cutting, enough for a typical suburban property.
Corded trimmers are lighter and cheaper, often $40 to $60. They are a good fit for a few hedges near the house. The main risk is cutting the cord, so drape it over your shoulder and away from the blade.
Blade length and tooth gap
Blade length sets how much hedge you cover with each sweep. 18 to 22 inches is the sweet spot for most homes; 24 inches and longer speeds up tall or long hedges but adds weight. The tooth gap (cutting capacity) sets the thickest branch the trimmer will cut cleanly: 3/8 inch handles light trimming, while 3/4 inch or more handles overgrown, woody growth.
Weight and balance
You hold a hedge trimmer at arm's length, often above shoulder height, so every pound matters. Look for 6 to 8 pounds with the battery for regular use, and a rotating rear handle if you trim the tops and sides of tall hedges.
What to look for
Blade length
18 to 22 inches suits most hedges. Go to 24 inches or more only for long or tall hedges, since a longer blade is heavier and harder to control at full reach.
Cutting capacity (tooth gap)
A 3/8 to 1/2 inch gap is fine for regular maintenance trims. If your hedges are overgrown with woody branches, choose 3/4 inch or more so the blade cuts instead of jamming.
Weight with battery
Under 8 pounds keeps longer sessions comfortable. Corded trimmers are often the lightest option at 4 to 6 pounds.
Shared batteries
If you own a string trimmer or leaf blower on a battery platform, a bare-tool hedge trimmer from the same brand is usually the best value.
Frequently asked questions
- Cordless or corded hedge trimmer?
- Cordless for most yards, because you can move freely and there is no cord to cut. Corded is the budget choice for a few hedges close to an outlet.
- What blade length should I buy?
- 22 inches is the most versatile size for homeowners. Choose 18 inches for small shrubs and detail shaping, and 24 inches or more for long hedge rows.
- When should I trim hedges?
- Most hedges benefit from a main trim in late spring and a lighter shaping trim in late summer. Check for nesting birds before cutting, and avoid heavy cuts just before the first frost.
- How thick a branch can a hedge trimmer cut?
- It depends on the tooth gap, usually 3/8 to 1 inch. Check the cutting capacity rating, and use loppers or a pruning saw for anything thicker.
- How do I keep hedge trimmer blades sharp?
- Clean sap and debris off the blades after each use, apply a light lubricant spray, and keep the blade cover on in storage. Dull blades can be touched up with a flat file.