![]() Electric corded hedge trimmers: Affordable, low maintenance and lightweight these trimmers do require a power source and have cables that are potentially hazardous - depending on their length you may also need an extension cord for extra reach.Read our best cordless tools buyer's guide for more information on cordless tool systems. ![]() Expensive batteries and chargers however, can increase costs. Without the cord or a petrol tank, you aren’t limited to where you can cut and although these were traditionally pretty pricey, recent advances have lowered their price. Cordless hedge trimmers: These are lightweight, quiet, environmentally friendly and have no need of petrol, engine maintenance or electricity plus there are no trailing cables to worry about. ![]() There are three types of hedge trimmer available, each with their own pros and cons: What are the different types of hedge trimmer? Overall, this is a simple, light and high performing hede trimmer which is the just the thing for everyday cutting and trimming in smaller gardens.It's good value for money, particularly as Flymo 18V batteries are also part of the Power4All Alliance ,which means they can be shared across all the Flymo, Bosch and Gardena cordless tools in the Alliance and will save you money if you invest in further tools in the future. It’s powered by an 18V battery and has a good battery run time of around 55 minutes, plus the battery charge is clearly visible on the trimmer as you work so it's easy to see if you're nearly running out, but it does take just over two hours to charge so if you'll have a wait if you've still got trimming to finish. A blade tip protector stops it getting damaged when cutting close to walls or the ground and this trimmer cuts cleanly through the privet hedge, brambles and yew we trimmed. At 2.2kg it’s feels light and well balanced and it’s easy to use and manoeuvre around a hedge. There’s also a hand guard to protect the hand as you work. With a 45cm cutting length the hedge trimmer is easy to use with a comfortable wraparound handle and a two stage start for safety. Unlike others in our test, it needs the handle attaching with a screwdriver, but this is very easy and takes just a couple of minutes. Everything is wrapped in either cardboard or brown paper, which we love. It comes almost ready to use and all its packaging is recyclable. This simple little trimmer is ideal for small to medium gardens and we awarded it a BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Best Buy for smaller trimmer jobs.
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