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
The Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 4.0 to 3.9. The Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer leads on value. The Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer wins on cutting capacity. The Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer costs $49.01 less ($209.99 vs $259).
Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer
#7 in BatteryFull review
For Ryobi 40V owners who tackle thick, overgrown hedges and want a quieter tool. Plan on a larger battery for long jobs.
Amazon $259$259
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 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer for value ($8.08 per inch of blade ($209.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) vs $9.96 per inch of blade ($259 with battery and charger, 26 in blade)).
- Choose the Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer for cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1.5 in vs cuts branches up to 1 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 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $8.08 per inch of blade ($209.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) | 50 $9.96 per inch of blade ($259 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 67 cuts branches up to 1 in | 100 cuts branches up to 1.5 in |
| Blade 15% | 100 26 in blade | 100 26 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 97 6.2 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 26 in | 26 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1 in | 1.5 in |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 4,000 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 2 Ah of battery | 40 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 80 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 85 min | 29 min |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.2 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |