Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in
#11 in BatteryFull review
For Craftsman V20 owners or anyone with modest hedges who wants a simple kit backed by a 3 year warranty.
Amazon $98.24$98.24
The Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in leads on value. The Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in wins on blade. The Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in costs $80.76 less ($98.24 vs $179).
Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in
#18 in BatteryFull review
For Craftsman V20 owners who want brushless runtime and the clipping sweep, and don’t mind paying more than for the basic kit.
Amazon $179$179
Prices 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 Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in for value ($4.91 per inch of blade ($98.24 with battery and charger, 20 in blade) vs $8.14 per inch of blade ($179 with battery and charger, 22 in blade)).
- Choose the Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in for blade (22 in blade vs 20 in blade).
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 | Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in | Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 89 $4.91 per inch of blade ($98.24 with battery and charger, 20 in blade) | 61 $8.14 per inch of blade ($179 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in |
| Blade 15% | 25 20 in blade | 50 22 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 88 6.6 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in | Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 22 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | 0.75 in |
| Rotating handle | No | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 1.5 Ah of battery | 20 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 30 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 22 min |
| Brushless motor | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |