Best Hedge Trimmers 2021

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Husqvarna 122HD60

220+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Cuts smoothly

Starts up on the first try

Rotating handle reduces arm fatigue

Weight can make it hard for some to handle

On the expensive side

Blade Length

34 inches

Strokes Per Minute

4,050

Maximum Cutting Depth

1 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, gas-powered

Weight

10.8 pounds

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Black & Decker BEHT150

6k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Great inexpensive option

Works extremely well given the price

Great for those who just have a few jobs

Have to be mindful of the cord

Blade guard falls off easily

Blade Length

17 inches

Strokes Per Minute

2,600

Maximum Cutting Depth

5/8 inch

Corded or Cordless

Corded

Weight

4.6 pounds

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Makita XHU02Z

1k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Will last basically forever

Very powerful cutting

Runs on the same batteries as other Makita tools

Needs two hands on the trimmer constantly

Battery life isn't all that good

Blade Length

22 inches

Strokes Per Minute

2,700

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, needs an 18V battery

Weight

9 pounds

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Sun Joe SJH902E Telescoping Pole

2k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Extendable pole makes it easy to reach high areas

Head angle is adjustable

Sharp blade cuts efficiently

Gets heavy quickly, especially when held horizontally

Feels awkward to cut things that are close

Blade Length

21 inches

Strokes Per Minute

Unknown

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Corded

Weight

8.8 pounds

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Dewalt DCHT820B

5k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Great battery life, can handle longer jobs

Lightweight, easy to use

Some feel it makes trimming hedges fun

Some feel it doesn't have enough cutting power

Doesn't come with a blade cover

Blade Length

22 inches

Strokes Per Minute

2,800

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, needs a 20V battery

Weight

8.8 pounds

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Greenworks 40V

230+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Long-lasting battery

Lightweight and easy to maneuver

Makes clean cuts

Battery can be hard to remove

May have a hard time with thicker branches

Blade Length

24 inches

Strokes Per Minute

3,200

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, needs a 40V battery

Weight

5.82 pounds

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Poulan Pro PR2322

1k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Does a good job cutting through thick branches

Long blade with adjustable angles

Cordless, but more powerful than a battery-powered trimmer

Handle feels a bit flimsy

On the heavy side

Blade Length

22 inches

Strokes Per Minute

3,529

Maximum Cutting Depth

1 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, gas-powered

Weight

11.1 pounds

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Worx WG261

4k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Very easy to use, great for the tool-averse

Great battery life, can handle longer jobs

Great for older people with less mobility

Might choke on thicker hedges

Have to hold the tool with two hands

Blade Length

22 inches

Strokes Per Minute

2,600

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, needs a 20V battery

Weight

7 pounds

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Scotts LHT12220S

1k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Lightweight, great for light use

Compatible with most battery designs

Very powerful, no issue cutting through things

Some feel the handle is awkward to grip

Can be somewhat louder than other machines

Blade Length

22 inches

Strokes Per Minute

3,000

Maximum Cutting Depth

3/4 inch

Corded or Cordless

Cordless, needs a 20V battery

Weight

9.43 pounds

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Scotts HT10020S

1k+ Customer Reviews

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Pros & Cons

Affordable and easy to use

Lightweight, so most people can handle it with no problem

Doesn't require batteries or fuel

Can become unplugged

Blade angle isn't adjustable

Blade Length

20 inches

Strokes Per Minute

3,400

Maximum Cutting Depth

5/8 inch

Corded or Cordless

Corded

Weight

4.8 pounds

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