EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer
#1 in BatteryFull review
For homeowners with long or overgrown hedges who want gas class cutting capacity and a long warranty. A good pick if you already own EGO batteries.
Amazon $279$279
The EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 4.3 to 4.0. The EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer leads on warranty and cutting capacity. The Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer wins on value and weight. The Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer costs $69.01 less ($209.99 vs $279).
Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer
#4 in BatteryFull review
A light, long blade trimmer for Greenworks 40V owners with wide hedges.
Amazon $209.99$209.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1.2 in vs cuts branches up to 1 in).
- Choose the Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer for value ($8.08 per inch of blade ($209.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) vs $10.73 per inch of blade ($279 with battery and charger, 26 in blade)) and weight (6.2 lb vs 6.9 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 | EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer | Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 46 $10.73 per inch of blade ($279 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) | 62 $8.08 per inch of blade ($209.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 93 cuts branches up to 1.2 in | 67 cuts branches up to 1 in |
| Blade 15% | 100 26 in blade | 100 26 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 82 6.9 lb (without battery) | 97 6.2 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer | Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 26 in | 26 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.2 in | 1 in |
| Double sided blade | Yes | - |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 3,400 | 4,000 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 2.5 Ah of battery | 40 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 140 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 60 min | 85 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.9 lb (without battery) | 6.2 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |
| Released | 2023 | - |