For a small yard with a few hedges and a tight budget. A good fit for anyone already on the BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX battery.
Amazon $81.99The BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in and the Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer are evenly matched, rated 3.7 and 3.7. The BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in leads on blade and value. The Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer wins on cutting capacity and warranty. The BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in costs $18 less ($81.99 vs $99.99).
A low cost starter kit for small yards with a few shrubs and short hedges.
Amazon $99.99Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in for blade (22 in blade vs 20 in blade) and value ($3.73 per inch of blade ($81.99 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) vs $5 per inch of blade ($99.99 with battery and charger, 20 in blade)).
- Choose the Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer for cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1.1 in vs cuts branches up to 0.75 in) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery hedge trimmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in | Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $3.73 per inch of blade ($81.99 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) | 88 $5 per inch of blade ($99.99 with battery and charger, 20 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in |
| Blade 15% | 50 22 in blade | 25 20 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 100 5.7 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in | Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 22 in | 20 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | 1.1 in |
| Rotating handle | No | - |
| Strokes per minute | - | 4,000 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 1.5 Ah of battery | 24 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 30 Wh | 48 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 65 min |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.7 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | - | 3 years |
