A solid kit for DeWalt 20V owners, with a battery that also runs their drills. The Greenworks 40V kit cuts deeper for less.
Amazon $229The DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit is the better lawn edger overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit leads on value. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Edger wins on weight. The DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit costs $119.98 less ($229 vs $348.98).
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A tough, gas-replacing edger for pros and homeowners already on Milwaukee M18 batteries.
Amazon $348.98Which should you buy?
- Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit for value ($229 with battery and charger vs $348.98 tool only, scored as $448.98 with $100 added for a battery and charger).
- Choose the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Edger for weight (11 lb (without battery) vs 12.6 lb (kit)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery lawn edger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Edger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $229 with battery and charger | 14 $348.98 tool only, scored as $448.98 with $100 added for a battery and charger |
| Cutting depth 20% | 33 2 in deepest cut, 3 settings | 33 2 in deepest cut |
| Blade 10% | 50 blade size not published (neutral score used) | 50 8 in blade |
| Motor or engine 15% | 100 20 V brushless motor | 100 18 V brushless motor |
| Weight 10% | 35 12.6 lb (kit) | 57 11 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| DeWalt 20V MAX Brushless Edger Kit | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Edger | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Type | Stick | Stick |
| Blade | - | 8 in |
| Deepest cut | 2 in | 2 in |
| Depth settings | 3 | - |
| Power | ||
| Voltage | 20 V | 18 V |
| Sold as | Battery and charger | Tool only |
| Battery | 4 Ah | - |
| Battery energy | 80 Wh | - |
| Motor | Brushless | Brushless |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 12.6 lb (kit) | 11 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
