WORX WG261 20V 22 in
#8 in BatteryFull review
For homeowners with a few small hedges who want a light, inexpensive kit, especially if they already own WORX 20V batteries.
Amazon $118.74$118.74
The WORX WG261 20V 22 in is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The WORX WG261 20V 22 in leads on warranty and cutting capacity. The Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in wins on value and blade. The Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in costs $48.77 less ($69.97 vs $118.74).
Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in
#13 in BatteryFull review
For light, regular trimming of soft hedges on the smallest budget. Buyers with thick or woody growth should look at a 1 in trimmer.
Amazon $69.97$69.97
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 WORX WG261 20V 22 in for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and cutting capacity (cuts branches up to 0.75 in vs cuts branches up to 0.59 in).
- Choose the Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in for value ($3.06 per inch of blade ($69.97 with battery and charger, 22.8 in blade) vs $5.40 per inch of blade ($118.74 with battery and charger, 22 in blade)) and blade (22.8 in blade vs 22 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 | WORX WG261 20V 22 in | Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 84 $5.40 per inch of blade ($118.74 with battery and charger, 22 in blade) | 100 $3.06 per inch of blade ($69.97 with battery and charger, 22.8 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 33 cuts branches up to 0.75 in | 12 cuts branches up to 0.59 in |
| Blade 15% | 50 22 in blade | 60 22.8 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 100 5.5 lb (with battery) | 100 5.3 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| WORX WG261 20V 22 in | Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 22 in | 22.8 in |
| Cutting capacity | 0.75 in | 0.59 in |
| Rotating handle | No | No |
| Strokes per minute | 2,600 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 2 Ah of battery | 20 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 40 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.5 lb (with battery) | 5.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |