Worx garden products have really impressed this writer and not just because every product I’ve tested of theirs performs the task it was made for, but also because I’m fond of the company’s product designs. Granted, branding and looks shouldn’t play a part in choosing garden gear, but every time I see a WORX product I just want to get my hands on it (witness the company’s LeafJet blower or Landroid M500 robot mower). In the pantheon of garden products, their stuff screams ‘buy me’. Funny thing was, when I plugged it in to try it again 2 days ago, it started up fine. I went to the hedge, started cutting, and a minute later it stopped dead again (btw: the cutters are _not_ jammed). I'm not any kind of electrical fellow, and so have no circuit testers etc. I just poked the switches that I found, and eventually decided that *maybe* the main ON switch (the big orange one in the handle) had lost its alignment with the tiny electrical switch that it bumps, when you squeeze the handle to start cutting. But hardly likely, I figured. But anyway ... It's extremely frustrating: as I said, a superb tool, rather expensive, and buggered because of (probably) a tiny electrical fault. It is almost as though Bosch build in this wastage: I had exactly the same thing happen to me on my previous trimmer, which was exactly the same model, and was also 3 years old at the time. The remedy then was to buy _this_ one :-( If you have a garden with smaller hedges that don’t need too much maintenance, it’s hard to see past the Bosch AHS 45-16. It’s extremely affordable, does the job well, and you won’t feel too tired after using it because of its lightweight and ergonomic design.

Affordability, power, ergonomics and comfort. These are all the things that make the Bosch AHS 45-16 the perfect hedge cutter for smaller hedges. By far the biggest challenge was getting it apart; there's nothing in Google/Youtube for dismantling this particular model, although I could garner general hints from one or two of the hits that there are, for "hedgetrimmers". Constructed with durability in mind, the Bosch AHS 45-16 is designed to withstand the demands of regular hedge trimming. Its high-quality materials provide long-lasting performance, making it a reliable tool in any gardening arsenal.

Okay, now that you’re familiar with hot the AHS 45-16 compares to other Bosch models, let’s get into the details and see what exactly makes this model so special. Key Features Only on some older hand tool, might you have seen more attention paid to making servicing of a particular portion, really easy. Today, the plastic body holds all the bits and pieces in position, and so all the screws have to come out, so any one piece can be dislodged. This extendable cordless hedge edger lets you trim without the need for a ladder; it has a reach of around 10 feet. For a cordless model, the Gtech HT 50 is light-ish at 2.94kgs and pretty well designed. It couldn’t be simpler to assemble as it’s comprised of just four parts: a blade housing, a control handle, a 90cm aluminium extension arm and a small, lightweight 18v Lithium-Ion battery.

Bosch’s entry level hedge trimmers include the Bosch Electric Hedge Trimmer (AHS 45-16) a well balanced tool with ergonomic handles that provide a more comfortable work position. The ergonomic design of this hedge trimmer enhances user comfort and control during operation. The well-balanced weight distribution allows for effortless maneuverability, reducing strain and fatigue on the arms and hands. While it’s only the smallest of the Bosch hedge cutter line, it still delivers amazing performance thanks to its 420W motor and should cut easily through most hedges found in the average UK garden. Alternatives OptionsThe real draw here is the weight: at just 530g you won’t end up with a bad case of Gorilla Arm after using it for protracted pruning. You wouldn’t want to prune a Victorian maze with it, that’s for sure, but for relatively titchy topiary, it’s ideal. How to buy the best hedge trimmer for you It's looking impossible, so far, without dismantling every single component of it. And in any case I'm now stymied by a circlip which is holding the cutter assembly in place. I will ask a mate if he has circlip pliers (?), but meanwhile: has anyone here done this? Is there "an easier way" to get at the brushes (which I can almost see through the vents).