10 Best Corded Electric Hedge Trimmers of 2023 – Reviews & Top Picks

For those who need to keep their landscaping in order, electric hedge trimmers are often necessary. While gas options are available, an electric tool is often preferable for those who live in residential areas and don’t plan on traveling very far or doing very much.

If you just have a bush or two that need cut back, electric hedge trimmers are your best option.

However, choosing a low-quality electric hedge trimmer is worse than not having one at all. These tools vary significantly in cost and quality, which can make it challenging to figure out which one you need. In this article, we’ll help you figure out just that with our list of reviews and carefully written buyer’s guide.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites:

Rating	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		BLACK+DECKER Hedge Trimmer	Powerful motor Lightweight design Lock-off position	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		Scotts Outdoor Power Tools Hedge Trimmer	No oil or gas required Protective blade cover included Full-length handle	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		Makita UH6570 Electric Hedge Trimmer	25-inch blade Well-balanced Ergonomic handle	CHECK PRICE
		Greenworks Dual-Action Corded Hedge Trimmer	22-inch blade Rotating rear handle Inexpensive	CHECK PRICE
		Toro 51490 Corded Hedge Trimmer	4-amp motor 22-inch blade 2-year warranty	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Corded Electric Hedge Trimmers:

1. BLACK+DECKER Hedge Trimmer – Best Overall

For most homeowners, we recommend the BLACK+DECKER HH2455 Hedge Trimmer. These hedge trimmers aren’t expensive by any standards, but they still have all the features you need to get the job done. The 24-inch dual-action blade lets you cut through undergrowth fast with little vibration, allowing you to stay in control the whole time. You’ll also be able to use the tool longer without getting fatigued because of this tool.

The blades are very hardy and can cut branches up to 1 inch thick, which is plenty for most homeowners. The soft grip makes it much easier to use than other hedge trimmers, and we loved the lightweight design as well. The rear handle rotates 180 degrees, so you can always find the best hand positioning for cutting. The motor is pretty powerful, as well. It isn’t necessarily the most powerful hedge trimmer on the market, but it can get the job done.

The lock-off position prevents accidental startups, which can be very dangerous. There is a lock-on switch as well. This feature ensures the machine doesn’t just switch itself off while you’re working.

2. Scotts Outdoor Power Tools Hedge Trimmer – Best Value

If you don’t have very many bushes to trim, you probably don’t need a large or expensive hedge trimmer. In this case, the Scotts Outdoor Power Tools HT10020S Hedge Trimmer will give you the best value for your money. It is 20 inches long. This is shorter than most other options on the market, but it is plenty for most homeowners. It has a decently powerful motor. It isn’t going to be cutting through a forest, but it should have no problem shaping up your bushes. It also doesn’t require oil or gas, which is a huge plus.

This machine comes with a protective blade cover for storage purposes. This prevents the blade from getting damaged in between uses and ensures that no one injuries themselves on the blade accidentally. The handle is full-length, which is very comfortable. This isn’t the most ergonomic hedge trimmer we reviewed, but they aren’t very uncomfortable to hold either. If you’re using it for short periods, you should have no problem.

We did like the build-in cord retention hook, which makes the hedge trimmer easier to handle. It also comes with a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty. Because of all these features, it was easy to tell that this was the best corded electric hedge trimmer for the money.

3. Makita Electric Hedge Trimmer – Premium Choice

The Makita UH6570 Electric Hedge Trimmer is much more expensive than other options. However, it is a premium hedge trimmer that comes with more features than others we’ve reviewed. It has a large cutting capacity and is well-balanced, making it comfortable to use. The blade length is 25 inches, which is more than most other hedge trimmers on the market. Furthermore, this trimmer only weighs 8.4 pounds, which should be lightweight enough for extensive use.

The ergonomic handle is quite comfortable and easy to use. The handle is designed to provide grip locations at different angles, allowing you to choose the best position for cutting branches.

We particularly loved the safety features this hedge trimmer comes with. For example, it only works when two hands are holding the grips. If you accidentally drop it, it will turn off automatically. This also prevents it from turning on while in storage or during other inappropriate times. The handguard is transparent, allowing it to keep your hands safe without blocking your view.

The only downside to this hedge trimmer we saw was its high price tag. It is much more expensive than other options, but it is genuinely one of the few premium hedge trimmers currently on the market.

4. Greenworks Dual-Action Corded Hedge Trimmer

While it wasn’t one of our favorites, the Greenworks 22122 Dual-Action Corded Hedge Trimmer isn’t a bad option for most homeowners. It has a potent motor, allowing it to get the job done efficiently. The 22-inch blade is about average. It isn’t incredibly long, but it isn’t very short either. It can cut branches up to ⅝-inch, which is also about average. The rear handle rotates so you can hold it from a variety of angles. This makes cutting branches far easier and increases the maneuverability of the machine.

This machine also isn’t expensive. It costs less than many of the other hedge trimmers currently available, though it isn’t the least expensive out there either.

We did have a few complaints regarding this hedge trimmer, though. While it is advertised to cut material up to ⅝-inch, its actual cutting ability seems to be closer to ⅜-inch. While it does come with a cord retainer, it doesn’t work very well. It might as well not even have one.

5. Toro 51490 Corded Hedge Trimmer

The Toro 51490 Corded Hedge Trimmer is pretty average. The motor is four amps, and the blade is 22 inches long. This is the same as most other hedge trimmers on the market. It can cut branches up to 9/16-inch, which is about average as well. The dual-action cutting system is quite nice and helps reduce vibration. However, during our review process, we found that this is a feature most high-quality hedge trimmers come with.

We did like that this model comes with a 2-year warranty. Not all hedge trimmers come with a warranty at all, so this was a nice touch.

This unit is moderately prized and performs on par with other similarly priced models out there. It isn’t the most expensive option on the market, but it isn’t the cheapest either. It is designed for homeowners, not professionals. Because of this, it isn’t suitable for most heavy-duty jobs.

This tool is rated in the very middle of our list because of its average features. It isn’t particularly outstanding, but it isn’t bad either.

6. Sun Joe Electric Telescoping Pole Hedge Trimmer

As the name suggests, the Sun Joe SJH902E Electric Telescoping Pole Hedge Trimmer has a telescoping pole. The pole extends between 7.9 feet to 13-feet. This provides an extended reach when compared to other products. However, this is a very niche feature. Most homeowners are not going to need a hedge trimmer with this much reach. However, for specific landscaping setups, this may be just the feature you need.

The blade measures 21 inches long, which is just shy of the average. However, the blade isn’t short, so most homeowners will still be able to use it without an issue. The blades are steel and dual-action to prevent unnecessary vibration. Like most hedge trimmers we reviewed, this one has a 4-amp motor. It has plenty of power for most jobs.

This hedge trimmer is a bit more expensive than other options. The higher price is mostly because of the telescoping pole. However, despite the higher price, this hedge trimmer had a few features we didn’t like. For example, it is not very comfortable to use. The ergonomics just aren’t as good as other options on the market. Furthermore, the assembly process is a bit difficult.

7. Earthwise Convertible Pole Hedge Trimmer

The Earthwise CVPH43018 Convertible Pole Hedge Trimmer makes a lot of promises. Firstly, it has six different positions to help you pick the best trimming angle for your situation. Adjusting the head is decently comfortable in our experience. It does come with a protective blade cover for storage purposes. This protects the blade from excess wear-and-tear and prevents accidents. We liked that it had a shoulder strap for support, though, in practice, this was minimally useful. Most people probably won’t use the strap. (We know we won’t.)

One great feature is that this is a regular hedge trimmer and a pole hedge trimmer, which allows it to have a much further reach. This is suitable in very particular situations, but may not be useful to everyone.

The blade only measures 18 inches, which is quite a bit below average. Most hedge trimmers are around 22 inches to 24 inches. It cannot cut anything over ½-inch. This is a bit low when you compare it to other trimmers. It also doesn’t adjust to as many angles as some other options.

8. CRAFTSMAN Electric Hedge Trimmer

At first glance, the CRAFTSMAN CMEHTS822 Electric Hedge Trimmer seems like a pretty good hedge trimmer. It isn’t too expensive, though it does cost a bit more than some other options we’ve reviewed. It has a 4-amp motor, which is true for nearly all hedge trimmers out there. It as a 22-inch blade that is also dual-action. This feature allows the blade to cut back and forth, as well as lowering the amount of vibration produced by the machine.

It is advertised to cut branches over an inch thick, but this is a bit debatable. Furthermore, it also comes with a 3-year limited warranty. This warranty only covers certain parts and problems, but it is better than nothing.

While the machine itself is about average, the blade it comes with is inferior. It does not have the sweeping motion required for trimming hedges, which makes this trimmer very difficult to use. The end of the blade really can’t trim branches at all, despite the advertisements. The poorly designed blade is one of the significant reasons we knocked this hedge trimmer so far down on our list.

9. WORX Rotating Head Electric Hedge Trimmer

The WORX WG217 Rotating Head Electric Hedge Trimmer is expensive. It is almost twice as expensive as the average hedge trimmer on the market. It does have a few features that make up for this higher price. For example, the blade is 24 inches, which is a bit longer than most options. The blade is dual-action, which allows it to be more efficient and lowers the amount of vibration it produces. The cutting head can rotate so that you can find the most comfortable angle for you.

One of the biggest problems with this hedge trimmer, though, it that it does not have a “constant on” feature. This lack causes the trimmer to stop while you’re using it, which can get very annoying. This may not seem like a big deal. However, in practice, it can make trimming more of a pain than it needs to be.

Repairing this hedge trimmer is also tricky. This makes repairing the hedge trimmer challenging and often impossible. Eventually, some part is going to fail, so it is essential to consider the availability of parts.

10. DOEWORKS Corded Electric Hedge Trimmer

With a 25-inch blade, the DOEWORKS 4.5AMP Corded Electric Hedge Trimmer looks like it may be a premium hedge trimmer. However, it is very inexpensive. It is much less expensive than many of the other hedge trimmers we reviewed. On top of the long blade, it comes with many of the features you’d expect, including a dual-action blade and lightweight design.

With that said, many features are lacking. This trimmer isn’t durable at all, though you can’t expect much better from such a cheaper model. It cannot survive drops and average wear-and-tear. The head also isn’t adjustable, so it only works in the horizontal position. This is an easy feature to overlook while shopping, but it is essential.

There also seems to be some problems with shipping. There are many reports of the trimmer arriving broken.

Buyer’s Guide – Choosing the Best Corded Electric Hedge Trimmer

Not all electric hedge trimmers are made equal. There are many out there that are great, and quite a few that aren’t so great. It is essential to choose the best model for your situation, which is why we put together this short buyer’s guide.

Weight

You will be carrying the hedge trimmer around and using them for a decent amount of time. Because of that, the hedge trimmers mustn’t be so heavy that they cause your arms to fatigue. Even ten pounds can become heavy after a short amount of time. Most corded models are anywhere from five to eight pounds. In most cases, the lighter, the better.

Power

If a hedge trimmer isn’t powerful, it is going to have a hard time cutting much of anything. Most motors are about four amps. This is plenty of power for most uses. However, you typically do not want to go below this, or you may have difficulties cutting even small branches.

Blade Length

The longer the blade is, the more efficient you’ll be. You will be able to cut more at a time, which will allow you to get done faster. Of course, a longer blade also adds extra weight, so that is another consideration to keep in mind. Longer blades are often more expensive as well.

Still, you generally want as long of a blade as you can reasonably get. Most electric hedge trimmers have a blade around 22 to 24 inches. Premium models may have a longer blade, while some cheaper ones often have a shorter blade.

Cost

Cost is going to be an essential consideration for most buyers. Luckily, you can get a decent hedge trimmer for under $80. In many cases, you can even find good ones for around $50. They aren’t very expensive when compared to other machines.

With that said, you still don’t want to spend more than you have to. If you decide to purchase a more expensive model, ensure that it has features that make the higher price tag worth it.

Conclusion

There are quite a few hedge trimmers out there on the market. However, we narrowed the field down to our top ten choices in the review section of this article. Out of those choices, we preferred the BLACK+DECKER HH2455 Hedge Trimmer. It has a powerful motor, as well as a longer-than-average blade. It also wasn’t expensive, especially for the features it brought to the table.

For those who need a very inexpensive model, the Scotts Outdoor Power Tools HT10020S Hedge Trimmer is a reliable option. It is quite a bit cheaper than other options, but it is still powerful enough for most moderate work.

We hope that our reviews helped you sort which hedge trimmer is best for you. Don’t forget to read our buyer’s guide for all the information you need about choosing the best model.

• See Also: 10 Best Pole Hedge Trimmers