Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer
#2 in BatteryFull review
Strong value for homeowners with big hedges: long blade, thick branch capacity and a 4 year warranty for under $200.
Greenworks $194.99$194.99
The Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 4.2 to 3.2. The Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer leads on weight, value and warranty. The Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer costs $174.01 less ($194.99 vs $369).
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
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 Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer for weight (7.1 lb vs 11.5 lb (without battery)), value ($7.50 per inch of blade ($194.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) vs $14.19 per inch of blade ($369 with battery and charger, 26 in blade)) and warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $7.50 per inch of blade ($194.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) | 31 $14.19 per inch of blade ($369 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in | 67 cuts branches up to 1 in |
| Blade 15% | 100 26 in blade | 100 26 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 78 7.1 lb | 0 11.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 26 in | 26 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.1 in | 1 in |
| Rotating handle | Yes | - |
| Strokes per minute | 4,000 | 3,400 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 80 V, 2 Ah of battery | 60 V, 6 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 160 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 80 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 7.1 lb | 11.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 4 years | - |