Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer
#10 in BatteryFull review
A low cost starter kit for small yards with a few shrubs and short hedges.
Amazon $99.99$99.99
The Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer rates 3.7 among battery hedge trimmers; the Echo HC-2020 rates 3.4 among gas ones. The Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer costs $299 less ($99.99 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 | Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer | Echo HC-2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 88 $5 per inch of blade ($99.99 with battery and charger, 20 in blade) | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Blade 15% | 25 20 in blade | 17 20 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 75 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer | Echo HC-2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 20 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.1 in | - |
| Double sided blade | - | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 4,000 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 24 V, 2 Ah of battery | 21.2 cc |
| Battery energy | 48 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Runtime | 65 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |