6 Best Hedge Trimmers – Make Hedge Trimming Fun (Spring 2022)

If you are familiar with power tools, then you will not be surprised to find a product from Black & Decker on this list of the best professional hedge trimmers. The Black & Decker LHT22 is superior to several other options on the market and is one of the best you can buy right now. It combines all the necessary that users, whether homeowners, professionals, or DIY enthusiasts, want in a hedge trimmer. Additionally, it offers all its nice features at a relatively low price. It delivers all the advantages of the best battery-run hedge trimmers. It comes in a portable design; hence, you do not have to drag a cable with you as you trim your hedges. It is also very environmentally friendly, and you do not have to endure the stress of mixing oils and gas as in gas-powered hedge trimmers.

One of the best features of this bad boy is an ergonomic handle that comes with a soft rubberized grip that significantly increases your comfort. Therefore, during our testing of this tool, we could use the trimmer for hours on end without feeling too uncomfortable. It weighs just 5.7 pounds which makes it one of the lightest hedge trimmers on the market.

It is also a very safe hedge trimmer. For example, it features a factory-installed plastic guard that protects your hands and face as you trim. This guard reduces the chances that flying debris and other dangerous materials will come into contact with your face. Additionally, the plastic guard is transparent and clear enough for you to see through to the objects that you are cutting. This will thus make your cutting very precise and accurate. 

Aesthetics and comfort are all great, but even more important is the performance. It comes with dual-action cutting blades that will promptly cut through even the thickest of hedges. The overall performance is smooth and very effective, which we found rather surprising considering how cheap this tool is. 

Aside from safety and performance, other nice features include a long-lasting and powerful 22V battery and durable 22-inch blades that have the right length to give you access to tight and awkward spaces around your yard. 

What are our favorite features?

• Comes with a sturdy, durable construction
• Fast charging battery
• Powerful performance
• Excellent for domestic applications
• Affordable
• Little vibration

What could be better?

• Trigger needs to be held down all through cutting

The Earthwise CVPH41018 pulls double duty as two tools in one. It is both a pole hedge trimmer as well as a hedge trimmer.

With an 18-inch blade, this option can accommodate cutting of branches up to ¾ of one inch in thickness. It also features a six position, 150-degree rotating head. Get two tools for the price of one with this spectacularly capable hedge trimmer. Can a hedge trimmer have a dual sense of purpose? As it turns out, this certainly can. The Earthwise CVPH41018 has a long and uninteresting name, but it is a hedge trimmer with a convertible pole that can extend to over 6 feet when necessary. You can also adjust it to 6 different cutting positions. The cutting blade it uses measures 18 inches. The fact that it does the work of two separate tools is due to the extended pole design.

You can extend the trimmer whenever you need to do pruning and trimming of the taller plants and branches. But at the click of a button, it will fold back into your regular handheld trimmer with a killer 18-inch blade. Even those hard to reach areas are not so hard to reach with this trimmer because it has a head that rotates 150 degrees and can be set to 6 positions. It is simply a must-have if you are a DIY gardener who likes to get creative. During our testing, we loved the lightweight of the fiberglass pole. The overall weight is around nine pounds, which may get somewhat heavy with prolonged use. It arrives with a blade cover for storage which makes keeping the trimmer safe a no-brainer.

What stands out?

• Two in one design
• 18-inch blade
• Comes with a blade cover
• Moderately priced

What cons did we manage to find?

• Gets heavy after being used for long periods

The GreenWorks 22102 is appropriately named as it leaves behind no carbon footprint whatsoever, and this also applies to every other product released under the same name. It is still very much up there in industrial standard. Quality is a hugely important factor in what makes any gardening tool a good purchase that can be enjoyed by gardeners for years on end. The GreenWorks is dripping with high build quality and durability. And at 4 years, the warranty is double that of most other candidates on the list.

At the business end of this hedge trimmer is a double-action stainless steel blade measuring 18 inches and can go through a maximum thickness of 3/8 inches. The whole frame is quite light and easy to manoeuvre. Because it does not depend on gas to run, it also turns out to be a lot easier to maintain at home. So never mind the clumsiness and harmful emissions that come out of other trimmers, GreenWorks is definitely embracing the way forward.

This hedge trimmer can generate power of up to 3,200 strokes per minute. Hence, you can rest assured of super-powerful performance. It will cut through limbs, tall grass, branches, and overgrown bush with incredible ease. It has minimal push back and comes with a perfect hand grip in order to minimize slippage during use. 

Another thing that we love about this model is that it comes with a lightweight and compact design. It is also made with top quality materials that ensure that it lasts for a long time. You can use this tool for hours in the yard and still feel comfortable at the end of the day. There is a convenient cord-lock that prevents the cord from accidentally unplugging as you work. The motor runs smoothly, efficiently and quietly as well. 

What do we love it for?

• Powerful motor
• Lightweight, compact design
• Cost-effective
• Quiet performance

What were we disappointed with?

• Not great for heavy-duty cutting

It can difficult to find a quality hedge trimmer that can provide superior performance. Scouring the over packed store shelves can be baffling and aggravating when trying to decide which purchase you should make.

Taking a closer look at the Makita XHU02M1 18V LXT, we found a great deal to like about it. To start with, it is compact and lightweight. It has been designed ergonomically and has comfort features such as the soft rubber grip. Being cordless it has the added bonus of making less noise, up to 25 percent quieter. Included with the trimmer is 18 Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Battery and Charger. The Makita XHU02M1 18V LXT comes with a 3 year warranty. If within 30 days you are unhappy with your purchase you can return it.

With the ability to cut up to 1,350 Surface Feet Per Minute (SPM), using a 22 inch blade this powerhouse is sure to tackle the job. The size of the blade allows for increased cutting capacity. Using the 18 Volt LXT Lithium-Ion 4.0 Amp Hour battery, the hedge trimmer can provide you with up to 120 minutes of runtime on its low setting. The charging system is one of the fastest out there, allowing more time in the field and less on the charger. Yes, sometimes you will have to recharge the battery, but often you can buzz through on one charge doing routine maintenance — no need to disassemble the housing to change the blade with its quick blade change feature. There is also an electric break that can allow for increased productivity.

What makes it special?

• Anti-vibration design
• Quick blade change
• Lightweight and compact design
• Comes with blade cover

What cons did we find?

• Needs to be operated with both hands
• Needs frequent recharging

The Husqvarna 122HD60 is a powerful hedge trimmer with a healthy range of easy-to-use features. This gas hedge trimmer can handle the most challenging trimming tasks. You can buzz your way through tough, woody stems as well as take on easier trimming chores.

One thing to note is that this trimmer is heavy and somewhat cumbersome, particularly when you need to use it overhead or work in the yard for extended periods. With an empty fuel tank, it weighs in at 10.8 pounds, and the fuel increases that weight. To reduce muscle stress and fatigue while you use it, the Husqvarna 122HD60 has vibration dampeners, letting you comfortably operate this hedge trimmer for long intervals.

The machine holds 10.14 fluid ounces and consumes 575 grams of fuel per kilowatt-hour. The engine has an output of 0.8 horsepower, providing ample power for heavy-duty cutting tasks, and it delivers 4,050 cuts per minute. This is a low-noise model, so it is less likely to disturb your neighbours, and you do not need heavy-duty ear protection. The engine has a pull cord that gives you an easy start-up. The Husqvarna 122HD60 also features an air purge capsule that lets you flush air out of the carburettor to help with the engine starting process. For safe operation, the throttle locks in the idle position, preventing accidental use. The engine muffler further reduces noise and directs exhaust emissions away from you.

With its dual-action blades measuring 23 inches, the Husqvarna 122HD60 has a generous maximum cutting diameter of 0.8 inches. The blades are stainless steel, so they are durable and resist corrosion. Surprisingly for this price point, this gas hedge trimmer does not have a shield to keep flying debris out of your face or a shoulder strap to ease the weight on your arms. It does, however, have a sheath to protect the blade in storage or transport, and a handguard that keeps your hands from coming into contact with the moving blades if you lose your grip on the front handle.

What makes it stand out?

• Easy to start
• Plenty of power and reach
• Can handle larger limbs

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Some products are defective

The safety and comfort features of the Shindaiwa HT232 are decent. Noise reduction is a major factor with outdoor equipment. I cannot count the times I have had to operate outdoor equipment and ended up with a raging headache. Not so with this, it operates at 87 A-weighed decibels (dB (a)). This can be 25 percent quieter than other cordless hedge trimmers.

Ergonomically designed the Shindaiwa HT232 has dimensions of 44 x 12 x 12 inches. It weighs just 9.7 pounds with the battery included. This lightweight, compact design can seriously minimize the stress upon the user’s hands and arms, reducing fatigue. The hedge trimmer has a soft rubberized grip to maximize comfort while operating. The handle is large enough to allow you to wear gloves. This I have found to be a genuine bonus as I dislike getting scraped up from branches and twigs and other debris.

The Shindaiwa HT232 has been built with a two handed safety feature. This means that the motor can only be activated when the switch and top handle are being engaged. The anti-vibration design takes place within the motors house where there are 5 cushions that help lessen the overall vibration from the hedge trimmer. This can help minimize stress and fatigue on the user. The anti-vibration is a real winner for me as vibration tends to cause my hands to cramp from time to time. It also makes it harder for me to handle. The hedge trimmer also comes with a protective blade covering to help prevent accidental injury or damage to you or your property.

Why are we impressed?

• High-quality constructed blades
• Cost-effective
• Long-lasting battery

What negatives must you be aware of?

• Heavy due to the battery
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