Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer
#2 in BatteryFull review
Strong value for homeowners with big hedges: long blade, thick branch capacity and a 4 year warranty for under $200.
Greenworks $194.99$194.99
The Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer leads on warranty, cutting capacity and blade. The WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in wins on value. The WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in costs $35 less ($159.99 vs $194.99).
WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in
#5 in BatteryFull review
For owners of long or thick hedges who want a brushless, rotating handle trimmer with real cutting capacity at a mid range price.
Amazon $159.99$159.99
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 Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer for warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty), cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 1.1 in vs cuts branches up to 1 in) and blade (26 in blade vs 25 in blade).
- Choose the WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in for value ($6.40 per inch of blade ($159.99 with battery and charger, 25 in blade) vs $7.50 per inch of blade ($194.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade)).
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 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $7.50 per inch of blade ($194.99 with battery and charger, 26 in blade) | 74 $6.40 per inch of blade ($159.99 with battery and charger, 25 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in | 67 cuts branches up to 1 in |
| Blade 15% | 100 26 in blade | 88 25 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 78 7.1 lb | 66 7.7 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer | WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 26 in | 25 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.1 in | 1 in |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 4,000 | 3,400 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 80 V, 2 Ah of battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 160 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 80 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 7.1 lb | 7.7 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 4 years | - |