WORX WG261 20V 22 in

Last updated: October 31, 2026

WORX WG261 20V 22 in
3.7/5#8 of 23 in battery hedge trimmers
3.7

For homeowners with a few small hedges who want a light, inexpensive kit, especially if they already own WORX 20V batteries.

  • 22 inBlade
  • 0.75 inCutting capacity
  • 5.5 lb (with battery)Weight
  • 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$118.74

Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Light enough at 5.5 lb with battery to hold overhead without tiring quickly
  • The battery runs over 75 other WORX 20V and 40V PowerShare tools
  • One of the cheapest full size 22 in kits from a major brand
Cons
  • The included 0.4 A charger takes about 5 hours to refill the battery
  • Handles branches only up to 3/4 in, so overgrown woody hedges are slow going
  • The rear handle doesn’t rotate, so side cuts mean twisting your wrists

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberWG261
Cutting
Blade length22 in
Cutting capacity0.75 in
Rotating handleNo
Strokes per minute2,600
Power
Engine or battery20 V, 2 Ah of battery
Battery energy40 Wh
Battery includedYes
Build
Weight5.5 lb (with battery)
Warranty3 years

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