The main advantages of cordless hedge trimmers are their manoeuvrability and their weight. They can be taken anywhere because you’re not tethered to a plug, and they can be used for prolonged periods without causing fatigue. Worx is a budget-friendly brand known for producing quality garden tools and, after having used several of their products myself, I can personally attest to that. So, I was hoping that the Worx WG252E.9 18V Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer, which promises to be ideal for high and wide hedges, would be equally impressive. All in all, this hedge trimmer offers fantastic value for money. It comes with a battery and charger, along with a two-year warranty, although, in my opinion, the quality of this product is high enough that I don’t foresee the warranty being needed!

They reduce the time spent on hedge cutting, because you don’t have to waste precious minutes repositioning ladders; plus, their extendable pole handle makes it possible to reach more of the hedge from ground level.Since I used this hedge trimmer with a 5.0aH battery that I already had (Worx PowerShare batteries are interchangeable), it happily chugged away for a couple of hours, and still had more life left once I was done. If you don’t have this much hedge trimming to do, then a 2.0aH battery should give you about 20-30 minutes of runtime, and would be significantly cheaper. I used a 2.5aH battery with this hedge trimmer, which allowed me to work for 30 minutes. Just like most of the other cordless hedge trimmers that I tested, this battery was an 18V, yet the machine still felt more powerful than some of the others. I love how the battery has an LCD screen that displays the percentage of battery life left – it’s definitely more high-tech than the competition! It’s also quieter than some of the other hedge trimmers out there – ideal if you’re using it in close proximity to your neighbours.

Unsurprisingly, there is a lot of variation between telescopic pole hedge trimmers, so it can help to know about the different styles before choosing which to buy. This was partly due to its sheer power. Compared to the cordless hedge trimmers that I tested, this one, at 900W, was so much more powerful. It promises an impressive 2000 cuts per minute – I don’t know if it actually delivered on this, but it definitely made fast work of what could have otherwise been a time-consuming task. This is how long the hedge trimmer itself extends to, but their ‘range’ includes the length of your own arm on top of that. We can offer a paid service to build and deliver your BBQ. Please call us first, to discuss your requirements.

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After testing it out for several hours, using a range of ‘targets’ both in my garden and on a friend’s farm, it’s precisely what I’d expect from a brand like Bosch. VonHaus has included some key safety features in the design of this hedge trimmer too, which, again, makes it suitable for both novices and professionals. Seeing as this telescopic pole hedge trimmer has an impressive reach of more than four metres, I spent most of my time trying to reach the highest branches of my Japanese maple tree. I also used it to shape and trim an unruly conifer that had grown to more than three metres tall. Thankfully, that extra power doesn’t translate to more noise. You should still wear ear defenders for your own safety, but, at 96dB, this tool won’t bother your neighbours too much!

Some tools come with ‘fast charge’ chargers, which will usually get the battery charged in around one hour. These are worth looking out for, or buying separately, if it’s important to you. Trimming Angles Assembling this hedge trimmer is simple – just like the others that I tested, it only takes a couple of minutes and you probably won’t need the instructions. As you put it together, you’ll notice that the extension pole is optional, allowing you to use the machine at a shorter 210cm or extended out to 260cm. The blade’s 41cm cutting length may not be as long as some of the others out there, but the 7 positions that you can rotate the cutting head to, along with the rotating rear handle and adjustable secondary D-handle, more than make up for this. Please note that these charges are due to courier surcharges and are unfortunately not something we can build into our overall pricing structure.Of course, the main disadvantage is that the battery will run out eventually. The batteries on long reach hedge trimmers will usually last for around 30 minutes, although some models may last for slightly longer, or for less time. The cutter is also designed with a comfortable handle that ensures a secure grip while cutting, giving you more control over the cutting process and reducing the risk of accidents. Its compact design is also makes it easy to store and ideal for both home and commercial use.