Battery-Powered Cordless Hedgetrimmers

Employing Redback’s own advanced lithium-ion battery-technology, the MowDirect-exclusive Redback E522D is a high-quality but nevertheless attractively priced machine offering petrol-equivalent performance without the fuss and bother that inevitably accompanies it. Redback have equipped it with lengthy 56cm double-sided, laser-cut blades for fast, precise results; and a rotating rear-handle for comfort when tackling trickier hedge-shapes. This 40v tool-only model weighs only 3.2kg.

An adjustable handle, shaft and cutter-head make the petrol-matching Redback E920D Cordless Pole-Trimmer a great choice for gardeners looking for a comfortable, low-effort way to maintain low ground-cover and high, awkwardly-shaped hedges. It’s equipped with a dual-action laser-cut blade set, so you can expect a sharply defined finish; and it combines balance-optimised motor-positioning with a shoulder-strap so as to ensure you’ll find it easy to control and manoeuvre. This model employs Redback’s own cutting-edge 40v lithium-ion battery-technology and weighs-in at just 3.5kg.

From world-leaders in battery technology Energizer®, this groundbreaking 40v cordless hedgetrimmer offers lightweight, low-vibration performance and will convince even the most ardent petrol-heads that the future of garden-maintenance lies with lithium-ion power. It’s equipped with longest-in-class 60cm blades, so every sweep will cover a large swathe of hedge, and it combines a two-speed gearing with an ECO mode to ensure you’ll be able to manage battery drain-rate. Battery and charger are supplied separately.

One of the few professional-grade cordless hedgetrimmers on the market, this class-leading tool from garden-machinery pioneers Zomax packs-in the premium features, including a petrol-matching 58v lithium-ion battery; an ultra-lightweight magnesium crankcase; and stay-sharp laser-cut blades. A five-step adjustable rear handle makes it easy to tackle intricately shaped or awkwardly positioned plants; while a hanging-hole ensures it will occupy minimal space in your storage area. The exclusive-to-MowDirect Zomax DH531 boasts a highly productive 65cm blade-set and weighs only 3kg.

With its expansive 66cm blade-set and beefy 82v lithium-ion battery-pack, the US-designed Snapper SXDHT is one of the most productive and powerful cordless hedgetrimmers available. Durability-features include robust blade-tip protection and a premium brushless motor; convenience-features include a 180° twist-grip handle and a blockage-freeing blade-reverse function. This is a tool-only machine, with the available batteries and charger compatible with all the tools in Snapper’s cordless range.

Combining a high-powered 36v lithium-ion battery with high-grade diamond-ground blades and a rapid stroke-rate, the STIHL HSA 66 will match many pro-grade petrol-driven hedgetrimmers in terms of cutting-performance. Its sleek, contoured design makes it easy to clean and ensures it won’t catch on branches; while a blade-tip protector and storage-scabbard work to maximise the useful life of the cutting-gear. This model has a generous 30mm tooth-gap and weighs just 3.1kg.

With its premium diamond-cut blades, double-edged teeth and expansive 33cm tooth-pitch, this high-specification 36v lithium-ion hedgetrimmer from leading German manufacturers Stihl will take thick, gnarly growth in its stride. It combines a blade-tip protector with a protective sheath to ensure the blades will maintain peak performance season after season; and it weighs-in at a minimal 3kg, so long hours of fatigue-free hedgetrimmer are assured.

The premium German-designed STIHL HSA 86 combines lengthy 62cm diamond-ground blades with a super-fast stroke-rate and an extra-wide 33cm tooth-gap, and as such is suitable for large hedges containing woody, well-established growth. It’s driven by a powerful but lightweight lithium-ion battery (36v), which you’ll find out-performs lower-spec ni-cad units on every level; and it boasts double-sided blades that allow for bi-direction cutting and therefore increased productivity. Weighs-in at only 3.3kg.

Coming-in at around half the weight of a petrol-driven hedgetrimmer and equipped with an expansive 61cm double-sided blade-set, the battery-powered Mountfield MH-48LI will enable you to complete the job quickly and in comfort. It has a three-stage adjustable rear-handle, so a low-effort working-angle is easily achievable; and it’s fitted with a transparent hand-guard that means you’ll always have an unimpeded view. Weighs only 2.8kg. Battery & Charger available separately.

Weighing-in at a minimal 2.7kg and combining a lengthy 56cm double-sided blade-set with state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery-technology, this powerful 48v cordless hedgetrimmer from Stiga excels in terms of handling, productivity and performance. It features an adjustable rear handle, so you can quickly switch from horizontal- to vertical-cutting when required; and it boasts a vibration-damping soft-grip handle for long periods of low-fatigue hedgetrimming. The Stiga SHT48AE has a sizeable 27mm tooth-gap and operates at 3000rpm.

With no noisy, maintenance-heavy petrol engine and no restrictive mains-cable, this premium, German-engineered cordless hedgetrimmer is a practical and convenient way to maintain your shrubs, conifers and hedges. It’s equipped with a set of 55cm double-sided blades which are laser-cut and diamond-ground for stay-sharp durability; and it features a quick-stop blade-brake for peace-of-mind when it comes to user-safety. Charger and battery offered separately. Carry-bag included.