Hedge Trimmers Overview

by Adam on August 7, 2011

First off, welcome to my website, your online guide for choosing hedge trimmers that get the job done and then cater exactly to your needs.

I started this website because we know that trimming hedges is not necessarily the best way to spend your Sundays. But especially in the summer, this becomes a necessity as hedges grow quicker and tend to become untidy. This is not only about them becoming unsightly but also about them becoming a serious hurdle sometimes.

Hedge trimmers come in a variety of makes and models, and the most used models are the electric hedge trimmer, the gas hedge trimmer and the cordless hedge trimmer.

Moreover, hedge trimmers come up with different blades and special features. This is why it can be a pretty tedious task to pick the right hedge trimmer, but does the work and isn’t too expensive. Lastly we all want to get the most out of our hard earned money.

Different types of hedge trimmers:

Electric hedge trimmers

Hedge TrimmersAs the name indicates, an electric hedge trimmer is mains powered. It is usually lighter than the other variants an fairly powerful. Its main inconvenience is that you are tied to an extension cord. These come usually in a length of 100 feet.
One specificity of electric hedge trimmers is that they display a unique model featuring a concealed blade called Garden Groom Pro.
Another example of recommended electric hedge trimmer would be Black & Decker HH2450

Gas hedge trimmersHedge Trimmers

These are petrol driven and are usually good for large gardens and countryside hedges. They are also powerful and don’t limit you to a certain range. The main inconvenience, though, is their weight, since they include a petrol tank.
One good example of gas hedge trimmers would be the Poulan Pro 25HHT.

Cordless hedge trimmers

Cordless Hedge TrimmersWhen we talk about cordless hedge trimmers we mainly talk about rechargeable battery pack driven hedge trimmers. They are more flexible than conventional electric hedge trimmers and thus more convenient for difficult locations. They are quite heavy too and I would class them as fitting for medium sized gardens.
An example of cordless hedge trimmers would be the Black & Decker LHT120.

 

 

Pole hedge trimmers

A pole hedge trimmer also called telescopic hedge cutter can be mains, gas or battery pack driven. Thanks to its long extending handle, it enables the user to cut big hedges that would require the use of a ladder without the need for one.

Popular brands available on the market:

There are quite a few players on the market for hedge trimmers nowadays but only a few have made a name for themselves. Here are some of the best manufacturers:

  • Garden Groom
  • Black & Decker
  • Husqvarna
  • Stihl
  • Ryobi
  • Echo
  • Earthwise
  • Skil

Length of the blade

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Depending on what you want to accomplish, you should be careful to choose a hedge trimmer with the correct length. Generally speaking, a longer blade makes the job easier and quicker to get done, but you might as well try to pick exactly the length you need, so you don’t pay more than the necessary. For small hedges, a blade of 46cm or less is usually more than enough while big hedges will require a 57cm-long blade or more. A perfect blade for medium hedges is then 47-56cm long.

Important features you should look for in hedge trimmers whenever possible

Some hedge trimmers offer special features than either make your life easier, enhance the safety or both. Some of these features are:

  • Collector of clippings – So no need to clean up after trimming your hedges. Garden Groom Pro is almost the only hedge trimmer with this feature.
  • Double position trimmers – The handle can form a right angle with the blade enabling you to cut the top of your hedge without the need for a ladder
  • Automatic brake – If you release the trigger, the blade will not stop progressively but almost on the spot right there.
  • Hand guard – This is for more safety and you should always look for this feature. Garden Groom Pro for example handles this problem of safety in a different way. The blade is indeed concealed altogether.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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