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 rates 3.6 among battery hedge trimmers; the Echo HC-2020 rates 3.4 among gas ones. The Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in costs $300.75 less ($98.24 vs $398.99).
Echo HC-2020
#2 in GasFull review
For homeowners who want a light, durable gas trimmer with a long warranty and are fine with a 20 in blade.
Amazon $398.99$398.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different power source classes (battery and gas), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power source peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in | Echo HC-2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 89 $4.91 per inch of blade ($98.24 with battery and charger, 20 in blade) | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Blade 15% | 25 20 in blade | 17 20 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 88 6.6 lb | 75 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in | Echo HC-2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 20 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | - |
| Double sided blade | - | Yes |
| Rotating handle | No | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 1.5 Ah of battery | 21.2 cc |
| Battery energy | 30 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Brushless motor | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.6 lb | 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |