Budget Hedge Trimmer?

[albaPhenom]

I'm looking to pick up a hedge trimmer to cut back a big overgrown hedge in the garden. I don't know what species of hedge it is but thought about just getting one of these budget brand tools like the Mac Allister from B&Q.

The reviews were awful though saying the battery died shortly after purchase and it was only up to trimming leaves and thin twigs.

What should I look for in a hedge trimmer, are budget ones worthwhile and does anyone have any recommendations?

 

[lostinthelight]

A big overgrown hedge and budget battery trimmer doesn't look a promising combination I'm afraid. I have a Makita that will chew through 25mm but that was £200 and kills a 6ah battery in 10mins on highest setting which is needed for thicker stuff.

 

[albaPhenom]

Would it be better to opt for corded?

I don’t see too much benefit in cordless for the area I have.

 

[JP_]

I am on the look out for a new hedge trimmer too. Need one on a pole so I can keep a taller hedge under control.

 

[lostinthelight]

Ive had an Hse81 for about 10years to cut my Daughters hedges in Cardiff, she has a lot of cotoneaster which is tough and they are virtually unstoppable , well it is until the OH gets hold of it and cuts through the cord
https://www.gardenmachinerydirect.c...98auP9EXNhWPC50kL173VAOeQJD87lDRoCOfQQAvD_BwE

 

[albaPhenom]

I plumped for this one in the end as I have a couple batteries for my combi drill.

https://www.toolstation.com/makita-18v-52cm-hedge-trimmer/p48737

Makita 18V 52cm Hedge Trimmer Body Only

Product Details

This Makita 18V hedge trimmer has a 520mm stain free, double sided shear blade with nickel plating, that features a high anti-abrasion surface for a longer lasting coating. The blade can be removed without disassembling the housing. The rubberised soft handle provides a comfortable and sure grip, while the 5 cushions absorb vibration from both the blade and motor-crank section as part of the anti-vibration structure. Features battery capacity warning light for optimum convenience - blinking red signals power has nearly been used up, while a solid red indicates power has been completely used up. Body only, battery and charger not included.

• Blade length: 520mm
• Cutting diameter: 15mm
• Strokes per minute: 1350spm
• Noise sound pressure: 77 dB(A)
• Vibration factor: 1.5 m/sec²
• Weight: 3.4kg

Should this be decent enough for the very rare use it will probably get?

 

[albaPhenom]

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