The 10 Best Hedge Trimmers as of June 2026

How we ranked these hedge trimmers

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

Performance (35%) — how well each hedge trimmer does its core job.
Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#	Hedge Trimmers	Score	Best for	Power	Approx. Price	Amazon links
1	Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V	9.0	Best overall	Cordless 36V	£180	View Price
2	Stihl HSA 50	8.7	Best cordless premium	Cordless	£200	View Price
3	Ryobi ONE+ OHT1855R	8.7	Best for Ryobi owners	Cordless 18V	£100 (bare)	View Price
4	Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 18	8.6	Best for small gardens	Cordless 18V	£90	View Price
5	Stihl HLA 56 Long-Reach	8.6	Best long-reach	Cordless pole	£250	View Price
6	Bosch EasyHedgeCut 45	8.5	Best corded value	Corded	£45	View Price
7	WORX WG261E	8.5	Best cordless value	Cordless 20V	£90	View Price
8	Einhell GC-EH 6055	8.4	Best corded long-blade	Corded	£60	View Price
9	Flymo SabreCut XT	8.3	Best budget cordless	Cordless	£70	View Price
10	Webb WEEHT50	8.3	Best corded budget	Corded	£40	View Price

The full ranking

Best overall

Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V

9.0Our number one pick.

Bosch's AdvancedHedgeCut 36V combines strong cutting power, a long blade and anti-blocking technology that powers through thicker branches, all cord-free with good battery life, the hedge trimmer most gardeners should buy. It is pricier than corded models, but the cutting and freedom are exceptional.

Cutting: 9.4Handling: 9.0Battery/power: 8.8Value: 8.6

Pros

Strong cordless cutting
Long anti-blocking blade
Good battery life

Cons

Pricier than corded
Heavier with battery

Check price on Amazon≈ £180

Best cordless premium

Stihl HSA 50

8.7A superb runner-up.

The Stihl HSA 50 offers a beautifully balanced, refined cut with low vibration and Stihl's dealer-backed quality, lovely for regular, precise hedge work. The battery is sold separately on some kits, but the cut quality and build are excellent.

Cutting: 9.2Handling: 9.2Battery/power: 8.6Value: 8.4

Pros

Refined, balanced cut
Low vibration
Quality build

Cons

Battery often extra
Premium price

Check price on Amazon≈ £200

Best for Ryobi owners

Ryobi ONE+ OHT1855R

8.7Rounds out our top three.

The Ryobi ONE+ OHT1855R shares batteries with the huge ONE+ range, offering a long blade and capable cutting at a keen bare-tool price if you already own Ryobi kit. It is mid-powered, but for ONE+ owners the value and convenience are excellent.

Cutting: 8.8Handling: 8.8Battery/power: 8.6Value: 9.2

Pros

Shares ONE+ batteries
Long blade
Great value bare tool

Cons

Battery extra if new
Mid power

Check price on Amazon≈ £100 (bare)

Best for small gardens

Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 18

8.6A standout in the upper half.

The UniversalHedgeCut 18 is a light, easy cordless trimmer that's perfect for keeping smaller hedges and shrubs tidy without fuss. It is less suited to thick, overgrown growth, but for everyday small-garden trimming it is excellent.

Cutting: 8.6Handling: 9.0Battery/power: 8.4Value: 8.8

Pros

Light and easy
Good for small hedges
Cordless convenience

Cons

Not for thick growth
Shorter blade

Check price on Amazon≈ £90

Best long-reach

Stihl HLA 56 Long-Reach

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Stihl HLA 56 puts the cutter on an extending pole so you can reach the tops of tall hedges from the ground, with an adjustable cutting head. It is specialised and pricey, but for high hedges the reach and safety are excellent.

Cutting: 8.8Handling: 8.6Battery/power: 8.6Value: 8.4

Pros

Reaches tall hedge tops
Adjustable cutting head
Stable from the ground

Cons

Specialised use
Battery often extra

Check price on Amazon≈ £250

Best corded value

Bosch EasyHedgeCut 45

8.5Great value in the middle of the pack.

The corded EasyHedgeCut 45 gives constant, fade-free power for as long as you need at a low price, ideal near a socket. The cable limits range, but for budget mains cutting the value and power are excellent.

Cutting: 8.6Handling: 8.6Battery/power: 8.6Value: 9.2

Pros

Constant mains power
Affordable
Light

Cons

Cable limits range
Needs a socket nearby

Check price on Amazon≈ £45

Best cordless value

WORX WG261E

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

The WORX WG261E offers cord-free cutting with a decent blade and the shared Power Share battery system at a friendly price, good value for occasional trimming. It is mid-powered, but for value cordless cutting it is excellent.

Cutting: 8.6Handling: 8.6Battery/power: 8.4Value: 9.0

Pros

Cordless for less
Shares WORX batteries
Light

Cons

Mid power
Shorter blade than premium

Check price on Amazon≈ £90

Best corded long-blade

Einhell GC-EH 6055

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Einhell GC-EH 6055 pairs a long 60cm blade with constant mains power at a sensible price, useful for covering big hedges quickly. It is corded and a touch heavy, but the long blade and value are good.

Cutting: 8.6Handling: 8.2Battery/power: 8.6Value: 9.0

Pros

Long 60cm blade
Constant power
Affordable

Cons

Corded
A little heavy

Check price on Amazon≈ £60

Best budget cordless

Flymo SabreCut XT

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Flymo SabreCut XT is a light, affordable cordless trimmer for tidying smaller hedges, easy to handle for quick jobs. The battery and power are modest, but for light, cheap cordless trimming it is good.

Cutting: 8.2Handling: 8.6Battery/power: 8.2Value: 8.8

Pros

Light and affordable
Cordless
Easy for small jobs

Cons

Modest power
Short runtime

Check price on Amazon≈ £70

Best corded budget

Webb WEEHT50

8.3Rounds out our top ten.

The Webb WEEHT50 is a budget corded trimmer with a 50cm blade that covers everyday hedge tidying for very little. It is basic and corded, but for cheap, reliable mains cutting it does the job well.

Cutting: 8.4Handling: 8.2Battery/power: 8.4Value: 9.2

Pros

Very affordable
Decent 50cm blade
Constant power

Cons

Corded
Basic build

Check price on Amazon≈ £40

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the hedge trimmers in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Stihl HSA 50 and Ryobi ONE+ OHT1855R are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best hedge trimmers without overthinking it, the Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £180

Our top picks at a glance

Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V

Bosch EasyHedgeCut 45

Stihl HSA 50

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How we ranked these hedge trimmers

At a glance: top 10 compared

The full ranking

Bosch AdvancedHedgeCut 36V

Pros

Cons

Stihl HSA 50

Pros

Cons

Ryobi ONE+ OHT1855R

Pros

Cons

Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 18

Pros

Cons

Stihl HLA 56 Long-Reach

Pros

Cons

Bosch EasyHedgeCut 45

Pros

Cons

WORX WG261E

Pros

Cons

Einhell GC-EH 6055

Pros

Cons

Flymo SabreCut XT

Pros

Cons

Webb WEEHT50

Pros

Cons

Frequently asked questions

The bottom line

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