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The 10 Best Secateurs as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best secateurs you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Felco 2

9.2Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £55
Best value

ARS HP-VS8Z

8.7Best for sharpness/value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £35
Also great

Felco 6

8.9Best for smaller hands
Check price on Amazon ≈ £55

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these secateurs

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

  • Performance (35%) — how well each pair of secateurs 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

#SecateursScoreBest forTypeApprox priceAmazon links
1Felco 29.2Best overallBypass£55View Price
2Felco 68.9Best for smaller handsBypass£55View Price
3Niwaki GR Pro8.8Best JapaneseBypass£45View Price
4ARS HP-VS8Z8.7Best for sharpness/valueBypass£35View Price
5Felco 78.7Best rotating-handleBypass (rotating)£60View Price
6Okatsune 1038.7Best traditional JapaneseBypass£40View Price
7Fiskars PowerGear X8.5Best for thick stemsBypass (geared)£30View Price
8Spear & Jackson Razorsharp Bypass8.4Best budgetBypass£20View Price
9Kent & Stowe Bypass8.2Best mid-budgetBypass£25View Price
10Wilkinson Sword Bypass8.0Best ultra-budgetBypass£15View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best overall

Felco 2

9.2Our number one pick.

The Felco 2 is the benchmark bypass secateur, Swiss-made with a clean, precise cut, hardened steel blades and fully replaceable parts that let it last a lifetime. It is pricey for pruners, but a genuine buy-once tool that professionals swear by.

Cutting: 9.4Comfort: 9.0Durability: 9.6Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Precise, clean cut
  • Replaceable parts
  • Lasts a lifetime
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Standard size only
Check price on Amazon≈ £55
2
Best for smaller hands

Felco 6

8.9A superb runner-up.

The Felco 6 brings the brand's superb quality in a smaller, lighter body ideal for smaller hands and detailed pruning. It cuts slightly thinner stems than the Felco 2, but is just as durable and precise.

Cutting: 9.0Comfort: 9.4Durability: 9.4Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Compact for smaller hands
  • Precise cut
  • Replaceable parts
Cons
  • Smaller cut capacity
  • Pricey
Check price on Amazon≈ £55
3
Best Japanese

Niwaki GR Pro

8.8Rounds out our top three.

Niwaki's GR Pro secateurs offer beautifully sharp Japanese carbon-steel blades and a comfortable, traditional design, a joy for precise pruning. The carbon steel needs oiling to avoid rust, but the sharpness is exceptional.

Cutting: 9.2Comfort: 8.8Durability: 8.8Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Exceptionally sharp
  • Comfortable design
  • Quality steel
Cons
  • Carbon steel needs care
  • Smaller capacity
Check price on Amazon≈ £45
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4
Best for sharpness/value

ARS HP-VS8Z

8.7A standout in the upper half.

ARS's HP-VS8Z is a favourite of gardeners for its razor-sharp, hard chrome-plated blades and smooth action at a sensible price, superb cutting value. The handles are simple, but the blade quality is excellent.

Cutting: 9.2Comfort: 8.4Durability: 8.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Razor-sharp blades
  • Smooth action
  • Great value
Cons
  • Plain handles
  • Smaller capacity
Check price on Amazon≈ £35
5
Best rotating-handle

Felco 7

8.7A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Felco 7 adds a rotating handle that reduces hand fatigue during prolonged pruning, with all the Felco quality and replaceable parts. It is pricier and the rotating handle isn't for everyone, but for big pruning jobs it spares your hand.

Cutting: 9.2Comfort: 9.2Durability: 9.4Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Rotating handle eases fatigue
  • Felco durability
  • Replaceable parts
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Rotating handle divides opinion
Check price on Amazon≈ £60
6
Best traditional Japanese

Okatsune 103

8.7Great value in the middle of the pack.

Okatsune's 103 secateurs are simple, brutally sharp Japanese pruners with high-carbon steel blades beloved by professionals for clean, effortless cuts. The minimalist handles lack cushioning, but the cutting performance is superb.

Cutting: 9.4Comfort: 8.2Durability: 9.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Brutally sharp
  • Clean, effortless cuts
  • Durable carbon steel
Cons
  • No handle cushioning
  • Carbon steel needs oiling
Check price on Amazon≈ £40
7
Best for thick stems

Fiskars PowerGear X

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

Fiskars' PowerGear X uses a clever gear mechanism to multiply cutting power, making thick stems far easier to cut with less effort, great for tougher pruning. The geared action feels different, but for hand strength it is excellent value.

Cutting: 8.8Comfort: 8.8Durability: 8.4Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Gear-assisted power
  • Easy on the hands
  • Good for thick stems
Cons
  • Geared feel unusual
  • Bulkier head
Check price on Amazon≈ £30
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8
Best budget

Spear & Jackson Razorsharp Bypass

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Spear & Jackson's Razorsharp bypass secateurs offer a clean cut, non-stick coated blades and a comfortable grip at a bargain price, brilliant everyday value with a long guarantee. They are less refined than Felco, but excellent for the money.

Cutting: 8.4Comfort: 8.4Durability: 8.4Value: 9.4
Pros
  • Clean cut for the price
  • Long guarantee
  • Comfortable grip
Cons
  • Not as refined
  • Parts not replaceable
Check price on Amazon≈ £20
9
Best mid-budget

Kent & Stowe Bypass

8.2A budget-friendly option worth a look.

Kent & Stowe's bypass secateurs pair carbon-steel blades with a comfortable, attractive design at a friendly price, a solid everyday choice from a respected UK brand. They are mid-range, but dependable and good value.

Cutting: 8.4Comfort: 8.4Durability: 8.2Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Comfortable design
  • Decent carbon blades
  • Good value
Cons
  • Mid-range durability
  • Parts not replaceable
Check price on Amazon≈ £25
10
Best ultra-budget

Wilkinson Sword Bypass

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

Wilkinson Sword's bypass secateurs are a cheap, dependable everyday pruner with non-stick blades and a comfortable grip, fine for light garden tasks. They are basic and won't last like premium tools, but for occasional use they're great value.

Cutting: 8.0Comfort: 8.2Durability: 7.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Cheap and dependable
  • Non-stick blades
  • Comfortable
Cons
  • Basic durability
  • Light-duty
Check price on Amazon≈ £15
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the secateurs in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Felco 2, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Felco 6 and Niwaki GR Pro 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 secateurs without overthinking it, the Felco 2 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 ≈ £55

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