WORX WG261 20V 22 in
#8 in BatteryFull review
For homeowners with a few small hedges who want a light, inexpensive kit, especially if they already own WORX 20V batteries.
Amazon $118.74$118.74
The WORX WG261 20V 22 in rates 3.7 among battery hedge trimmers; the Echo HC-2020 rates 3.4 among gas ones. The WORX WG261 20V 22 in costs $280.25 less ($118.74 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 | WORX WG261 20V 22 in | Echo HC-2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 84 $5.40 per inch of blade ($118.74 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Blade 15% | 50 22 in blade | 17 20 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 100 5.5 lb (with battery) | 75 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| WORX WG261 20V 22 in | Echo HC-2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 22 in | 20 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | - |
| Double sided blade | - | Yes |
| Rotating handle | No | - |
| Strokes per minute | 2,600 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 2 Ah of battery | 21.2 cc |
| Battery energy | 40 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.5 lb (with battery) | 10 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |