Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit
#14 in BatteryFull review
An entry level kit for Ryobi 18V owners with a few shrubs to tidy. Buy a bigger battery if you have long hedges.
Amazon $139.49$139.49
The Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit leads on value. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit costs $39.51 less ($139.49 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 Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit for value ($6.34 per inch of blade ($139.49 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) vs $8.14 per inch of blade ($179 with battery and charger, 22 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 | Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 75 $6.34 per inch of blade ($139.49 with battery and charger, 22 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% | 50 22 in blade | 50 22 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 22 in | 22 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | 0.75 in |
| Strokes per minute | 3,200 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 18 V, 2 Ah of battery | 20 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 36 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 21 min | 22 min |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | - | 3 years |