DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit
#21 in BatteryFull review
For DeWalt FLEXVOLT owners with long, thick hedges who want a big blade and do not mind extra weight.
Tool Nut $369$369
The DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.2 to 2.9. The DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit leads on blade and cutting capacity. The DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit wins on value and weight. The DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit costs $130 less ($239 vs $369).
DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit
#22 in BatteryFull review
A solid kit for DeWalt 20V owners who trim hedges a few times a season and want a big battery in the box.
Tool Nut $239$239
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 DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit for blade (26 in blade vs 22 in blade) and cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1 in vs cuts branches up to 0.75 in).
- Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit for value ($10.86 per inch of blade ($239 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) vs $14.19 per inch of blade ($369 with battery and charger, 26 in blade)) and weight (9.9 lb (without battery) vs 11.5 lb (without battery)).
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 | DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 31 $14.19 per inch of blade ($369 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) | 45 $10.86 per inch of blade ($239 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 67 cuts branches up to 1 in | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in |
| Blade 15% | 100 26 in blade | 50 22 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 0 11.5 lb (without battery) | 23 9.9 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 26 in | 22 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1 in | 0.75 in |
| Strokes per minute | 3,400 | 2,800 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 60 V, 6 Ah of battery | 20 V, 5 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | - | 100 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 78 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.5 lb (without battery) | 9.9 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |