Best Hedge Trimmers UK (2026): Top Picks for Fast, Clean Garden Edges
A good hedge trimmer turns a time-consuming weekend job into a quick, satisfying task. Whether you are shaping a small box hedge, maintaining long garden boundaries, or tackling hard-to-reach top growth, there is a trimmer in our range for the job. This guide covers the best corded, cordless, and telescopic options available in 2026 to help you find the right tool for your garden.
Quick Answer: Our Top Picks
- Best budget corded: Black+Decker 420W 45cm — reliable everyday trimmer at a low entry price.
- Best corded overall: Flymo EasiCut 500 — 50cm blade, 500W, well-balanced for regular use.
- Best cordless: Flymo EasiCut Li — no cable, excellent reach, ideal for larger or awkward gardens.
- Best long reach: Black+Decker 18V Pole Trimmer — extends to trim tall hedges without a ladder.
- Best telescopic corded: Flymo SabreCut XT — multi-angle rotating head for precise shaping at any height.
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Best Corded Hedge Trimmers
Corded electric hedge trimmers are lighter, cheaper, and never run out of power mid-job. They are the right choice if your hedge is within cable reach of a socket and you want a no-fuss, always-ready tool.
Black+Decker Hedge Trimmer 420W 45cm
Who it suits: First-time buyers and those with small to medium hedges. 420W motor, 45cm dual-action blade. Lightweight and straightforward to use.
£44.99
Flymo EasiCut 450 Corded Hedge Trimmer
Who it suits: Everyday garden maintenance. 450W, 45cm blade with 16mm tooth gap. Well-balanced design reduces arm fatigue on longer sessions.
£54.99
B+D BEHTS501 Hedge Trimmer 60cm
Who it suits: Longer hedges and boundary runs. 500W motor with a 60cm blade for fewer passes and faster coverage.
£59.99
Flymo EasiCut 500 Corded Hedge Trimmer
Who it suits: Regular use on medium to large hedges. 500W, 50cm blade, 18mm tooth gap for thicker branches. Our best-value corded pick.
£64.99
Best Cordless Hedge Trimmers
A cordless hedge trimmer gives you full freedom of movement without managing a cable. Modern lithium-ion batteries deliver enough runtime for most domestic gardens on a single charge — typically 30–45 minutes of cutting.
Flymo Simplicut Cordless Battery Hedge Trimmer
Who it suits: Small to medium hedges, cable-free convenience. Battery included. Compact and lightweight.
£79.99
Black+Decker Li-Ion Hedge Trimmer 18V 45cm
Who it suits: Gardens where a trailing cable is impractical. 18V Li-ion, 45cm blade. Part of the Black+Decker 18V battery system.
£79.99
Flymo EasiCut Li Cordless Battery Hedge Trimmer
Who it suits: Medium to large hedges. More power and longer runtime than entry cordless models. Our top cordless pick.
£99.99
Best Long Reach & Telescopic Hedge Trimmers
For tall hedges, topiary, or growth above head height, a telescopic or pole hedge trimmer is far safer than balancing on a ladder with a standard trimmer in hand.
Black+Decker 18V Pole Hedge Trimmer 43cm
Who it suits: Tall hedges and hard-to-reach top growth. Cordless pole design with 43cm blade. Reach significantly beyond arm’s length without a ladder.
£99.99
Flymo SabreCut XT Corded Telescopic Hedge Trimmer
Who it suits: Precision shaping at height. Extending telescopic shaft with a rotating, multi-angle cutting head — trim top, sides, and slopes without repositioning.
£119.99
Petrol Hedge Trimmer
For large properties, thick established hedges, or situations where mains power is not available, a petrol trimmer offers the most cutting power with no range restriction.
Webb Petrol Hedge Trimmer 60cm
Who it suits: Large hedges, rural properties, or professional use. 60cm blade, two-stroke petrol engine. Maximum power for the toughest cutting jobs.
£149.99
Comparison: All Models at a Glance
| Model | Type | Blade | Power | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B+D 420W 45cm | Corded | 45cm | 420W | Budget, small hedges | £44.99 |
| Flymo EasiCut 450 | Corded | 45cm | 450W | Everyday maintenance | £54.99 |
| B+D BEHTS501 60cm | Corded | 60cm | 500W | Long boundary hedges | £59.99 |
| Flymo EasiCut 500 | Corded | 50cm | 500W | Best corded value | £64.99 |
| Flymo Simplicut | Cordless | — | Battery | Cable-free convenience | £79.99 |
| B+D 18V 45cm | Cordless | 45cm | 18V | 18V battery system users | £79.99 |
| Flymo EasiCut Li | Cordless | — | Battery | Best cordless overall | £99.99 |
| B+D Pole 18V 43cm | Cordless pole | 43cm | 18V | Tall hedges, no ladder | £99.99 |
| Flymo SabreCut XT | Corded telescopic | — | Corded | Multi-angle, precision height | £119.99 |
| Webb Petrol 60cm | Petrol | 60cm | 2-stroke | Large/remote properties | £149.99 |
What to Look For: Buyer’s Guide
- Blade length: Longer blades (50–60cm) cover more ground per pass and suit long, straight hedges. Shorter blades (40–45cm) are lighter and better for shaping and precision work.
- Tooth gap: A wider tooth gap (18–20mm) handles thicker branches. For thin, leafy hedges a standard 16mm gap is fine.
- Corded vs cordless: Corded for fixed, close-to-socket use. Cordless for freedom and larger gardens.
- Weight: Hedge trimming is overhead work. Even a 200g weight difference becomes noticeable after 20 minutes. Check the product spec before buying.
- Long reach: If your hedge is taller than you, a pole or telescopic trimmer saves significant time and eliminates ladder risk.
Our recommendation by garden type:
- Small garden, occasional use — Black+Decker 420W 45cm at £44.99.
- Regular use, medium hedges — Flymo EasiCut 500 at £64.99.
- Want cordless — Flymo EasiCut Li at £99.99.
- Tall hedges — Flymo SabreCut XT at £119.99 or the B+D Pole Trimmer at £99.99.
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