A battery hedge trimmer starts at a squeeze, runs quietly and needs no fuel or cord. Most yards are trimmed well within one charge, and a battery that fits a maker’s other tools makes the kit better value.
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.
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- EGO Power+ HT2601 26 in Hedge Trimmer#1 of 23Full review
For homeowners with long or overgrown hedges who want gas class cutting capacity and a long warranty. A good pick if you already own EGO batteries.
Amazon $279$27926 in1.2 in6.9 lb - Greenworks 80V 26 in Hedge Trimmer#2 of 23Full review
Strong value for homeowners with big hedges: long blade, thick branch capacity and a 4 year warranty for under $200.
Greenworks $194.99$194.9926 in1.1 in7.1 lb - Greenworks 24V 24 in Hedge Trimmer#3 of 23Full review
The budget pick for suburban hedges: light, capable and cheap, especially if you already own Greenworks 24V batteries.
Amazon $129.99$129.9924 in1.1 in6.2 lb - Greenworks 40V 26 in Hedge Trimmer#4 of 23Full review
A light, long blade trimmer for Greenworks 40V owners with wide hedges.
Amazon $209.99$209.9926 in1 in6.2 lb - WORX Nitro WP296 40V 25 in#5 of 23Full 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$159.9925 in1 in7.7 lb - EGO Power+ HT2411 24 in Hedge Trimmer#6 of 23Full review
A strong, simple 24 in trimmer for EGO owners who want thick branch capacity without paying for the carbon fiber 26 in model.
RC Engine Service $229.99$229.9924 in1 in- - Ryobi 40V Whisper 26 in Hedge Trimmer#7 of 23Full 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$25926 in1.5 in- - WORX WG261 20V 22 in#8 of 23Full 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$118.7422 in0.75 in5.5 lb - BLACK+DECKER LHT2220 20V 22 in#9 of 23Full review
For a small yard with a few hedges and a tight budget. A good fit for anyone already on the BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX battery.
Amazon $81.99$81.9922 in0.75 in5.7 lb - Greenworks 24V 20 in Hedge Trimmer#10 of 23Full review
A low cost starter kit for small yards with a few shrubs and short hedges.
Amazon $99.99$99.9920 in1.1 in- - Craftsman V20 CMCHT810C1 20 in#11 of 23Full review
For Craftsman V20 owners or anyone with modest hedges who wants a simple kit backed by a 3 year warranty.
Amazon $98.24$98.2420 in0.75 in6.6 lb - Milwaukee M18 FUEL 30 in Hedge Trimmer#12 of 23Full review
For crews and large properties with long, wide hedges who already use Milwaukee M18 batteries.
Tool Nut $529$52930 in1.25 in- - Sun Joe X20 ECOSHARP 22 in#13 of 23Full 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$69.9722.8 in0.59 in5.3 lb - Ryobi 18V ONE+ 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit#14 of 23Full review
An entry level kit for Ryobi 18V owners with a few shrubs to tidy. Buy a bigger battery if you have long hedges.
Amazon $139.49$139.4922 in0.75 in- - Husqvarna Hedge Master 320iHD60#15 of 23Full review
For big properties with tall or thick hedges where cutting capacity and reach matter more than price.
Amazon $318.80$318.8024 in1 in7.9 lb - BLACK+DECKER LHT218C1 20V 18 in#16 of 23Full review
For trimming a handful of small shrubs around a house or patio, where a compact, cheap kit matters more than reach.
Amazon $79$7918 in0.62 in5.4 lb - Husqvarna 115iHD55#17 of 23Full review
For homeowners already on, or planning to buy into, Husqvarna’s 36 V battery tools who want long runtime and a solid warranty.
Amazon $249.99$249.9922 in-7.3 lb - Craftsman V20 RP CMCHT830D1 22 in#18 of 23Full review
For Craftsman V20 owners who want brushless runtime and the clipping sweep, and don’t mind paying more than for the basic kit.
Amazon $179$17922 in0.75 in- - Milwaukee M18 FUEL 24 in Hedge Trimmer#19 of 23Full review
A pro grade 24 in trimmer for landscapers and M18 owners who face thick, woody growth.
Tool Nut $479$47924 in1.25 in9.3 lb - Makita XHU10SM1 18V LXT 24 in Kit#20 of 23Full review
A light, long running trimmer for routine shaping of soft hedges, best for people already on Makita 18V batteries.
Amazon $299$29924 in0.6 in6.8 lb - DeWalt 60V MAX 26 in Hedge Trimmer Kit#21 of 23Full review
For DeWalt FLEXVOLT owners with long, thick hedges who want a big blade and do not mind extra weight.
Tool Nut $369$36926 in1 in11.5 lb - DeWalt 20V MAX 22 in Hedge Trimmer Kit#22 of 23Full review
A solid kit for DeWalt 20V owners who trim hedges a few times a season and want a big battery in the box.
Tool Nut $239$23922 in0.75 in9.9 lb - Makita GHU02M1 40V max XGT 24 in Kit#23 of 23Full review
A professional grade trimmer for landscapers on Makita’s 40V XGT platform. Too costly for occasional home use.
Tool Nut $649$64924 in0.88 in9.5 lb