Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer
#3 in BatteryFull review
The budget pick for suburban hedges: light, capable and cheap, especially if you already own Greenworks 24V batteries.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
The Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 4.2 to 2.8. The Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer leads on value, weight and cutting capacity. The Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer costs $519.01 less ($129.99 vs $649).
Makita GHU02M1 40V max XGT 24 in Kit
#23 in BatteryFull review
A professional grade trimmer for landscapers on Makita’s 40V XGT platform. Too costly for occasional home use.
Tool Nut $649$649
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 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer for value ($5.42 per inch of blade ($129.99 with battery and charger, 24 in blade) vs $27.04 per inch of blade ($649 with battery and charger, 24 in blade)), weight (6.2 lb vs 9.5 lb (with battery)) and cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1.1 in vs cuts branches up to 0.88 in).
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 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer | Makita GHU02M1 40V max XGT 24 in Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $5.42 per inch of blade ($129.99 with battery and charger, 24 in blade) | 0 $27.04 per inch of blade ($649 with battery and charger, 24 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in | 50 cuts branches up to 0.88 in |
| Blade 15% | 75 24 in blade | 75 24 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 96 6.2 lb | 30 9.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer | Makita GHU02M1 40V max XGT 24 in Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 24 in | 24 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.1 in | 0.88 in |
| Double sided blade | - | Yes |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 4,000 | 5,000 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 24 V, 2 Ah of battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 48 Wh | 160 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 45 min | 360 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.2 lb | 9.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | - | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-07-15 | - |