Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer
#19 in BatteryFull review
A pro grade 24 in trimmer for landscapers and M18 owners who face thick, woody growth.
Tool Nut $479$479
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer rates 3.3 among battery hedge trimmers; the Husqvarna 522HD60S rates 3.2 among gas ones. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer costs $110.99 less ($479 vs $589.99).
Husqvarna 522HD60S
#5 in GasFull review
For landscapers and estate owners who trim hedges for hours and want Husqvarna’s pro grade build.
Husqvarna $589.99$589.99
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 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer | Husqvarna 522HD60S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 12 $19.96 per inch of blade ($479 with battery and charger, 24 in blade) | 19 $24.58 per inch of blade ($589.99, 24 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 100 cuts branches up to 1.25 in | 93 cuts branches up to 1.2 in |
| Blade 15% | 75 24 in blade | 50 24 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 34 9.3 lb (without battery) | 50 11 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer | Husqvarna 522HD60S | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 24 in | 24 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.25 in | 1.2 in |
| Double sided blade | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 3,200 | 4,400 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 18 V, 8 Ah of battery | 21.7 cc |
| Battery energy | 144 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.3 lb (without battery) | 11 lb |