5 Best Corded Hedge Trimmers: Expert Picks for Quality Cuts

Customer Review: “My father had an electric hedge trimmer that he said didn’t cut much of anything. I tried it once and it was totally useless. More like massaging the bushes. Consequently I inherited from him the habit of using manually operated shears. Finding one of those with straight blades that actually cut was kind of annoying. After watching a couple yard care Youtube videos decided to try an electric trimmer. Due to the experience above I suspected I needed to spend $70 on one of the big ones to get one that could really cut. The 24” (22″?) B&D’s were out of stock when I was ready to purchase so I bought this one based on the reviews wondering if it could live up to those reviews. For the low price I had severe doubts.Cue parting clouds, sunbeams, and trumpets. Hey, this thing actually cuts! In 20 minutes I cut what would have taken a couple days with the shears. The limiting factor was greens waste bin space. Stuffed a couple and had to stop. Plus shaping was much easier so the bushes look better. I used a 100’ “contractors” extension cord I bought on Amazon, actually I bought two different cords for different uses, so I test fit both and both sockets fit the trimmer. The wire fit in the hole for the retention hook and I had no problems with the cording popping off. It has trouble cutting thicker woody branches (perhaps around a half-inch) but that matches the description so no problem. It appears to be a trade-off. In exchange for being very light and easy to handle, you trade-away the cutting power of a higher amperage motor and the reach of the 22” and 24” trimmers. So if all your bushes are not much taller than you are and you don’t have to reach back too much, then this one is great. If you have giant bushes with thick branches then you might want more power and reach. Extremely happy with this purchase. Less effort, more productivity, less time, bushes look better, and for a low cost.”

Customer Review: “I am so happy I bought this electric saw. I was skeptical that it would be worth it to trim my boxwoods, but I am oh-so glad I tried it! I bought it because a few days before I’d trimmed just one of my boxwoods and it took most of the afternoon, by hand, and I was hot, my hands were sore, and I was tired. I figured, “Good grief, I’ve gotta try something different or I’ll be trimming for a week.” So I ordered this 17” saw, and frankly, I’m amazed at what a good job it did! Not only did it trim my largest boxwoods, it also trimmed my tall, thick hard wood stemmed euonymus’s. I usually have to get out my arm length heavy-duty clippers to battle those. I didn’t think this little saw would cut through their tough thick boughs, but it did. All within just minutes, rather than hours, and days! I had so much fun I started trimming other things I hadn’t thought of- and best of all, I used it to trim my tough ivy off some boulders they’d completely swallowed up a few years ago. It was easy-peazie, just swooped them back and forth slightly above the face of the rocks, the saw did it all- broke the ivy, and trimmed it so beautifully-done in moments. Normally, I’d be out there for hours on my knees, clipping with my hand clippers, and sweating amongst spiders on the ground, trying to fight bugs and the ivy off. Instead, I was done with all my work in less than a half of an afternoon. I even trimmed the heavy large vinca which always tries to take over my path-and which I normally have to slowly cut by hand, but it was cut with this saw like a hot knife through butter- what fun! All in about the same time it takes to walk down the path. No kneeling at all! Normally it takes me hours and hours on my knees on the gravel to do that path. I’m an older woman and had no problem with the weight using this. My hands weren’t tired when I was done. Seriously, why didn’t I buy this a lot sooner? I think next spring I’ll plant more boxwoods. WooHoo!”

Customer Review: “The BLACK+DECKER BEHT100 16-inch hedge trimmer is a solid tool. It’s lightweight, easy to handle, and cuts cleanly through small to medium branches. Build quality feels sturdy for its size. Verdict: A dependable choice for basic yard trimming—great value for the price.”

Customer Review: “Nice and lightweight, easy to use. Does a great job, highly recommend.”

Customer Review: “Best buy ever. Extremely light because it’s corded and no heavy batteries. Just finished the sides of a 120 foot hedge both sides in 1 hour thanks to cutting power – metal – and it being so light. Still ample time to watch soccer on tv. Very highly recommended.”

Customer Review: “I like this trimmer better than my old one. It’s smaller, lighter and very fast. Shrubs look great and it was not too expensive.”

Customer Review: “Ok let me start by saying I moved to a “neighborhood” house from a 90 acre farm. I am used to heavy duty equipment and it working on demand. I had 2 B & D hedge trimmers one I sold and the other was lost in the move they were large and awesome, When I rec’d this package it didn’t look very large then I opened the box and was really disappointed, small trimmer, “great, what am I going to cut with these?” is what I said to myself. But, I figured I would at least try, to my surprise I was awed by these trimmers! I put the handle and guard on, comes with screws attached, off I went to tackle the jungle lol, these cut thru branches I thought would be way to much for these little guys. I did have to push a little bit on ones close to an inch but other than that they worked great and were light enough that I did not get tired as I had a lot of trimming to do. Just because something is smaller it should not be underestimated. I am very pleased with these trimmers and look forward to the next clean-up. They have a wire holder on them so the cord does not get accidentally cut too! I’ve cut a few cords in my day I know what a drag that can be lol..hope this helps!”

Customer Review: “Works well but would be 5 stars if it was battery operated.”

Customer Review: “I got this for my dad who was looking for a hedge trimmer. This hedge trimmer has been working out really well since we ordered this. It is easy to handle and maintain. It feels light in his and my hands but has a lot of strength as it cuts through the hedges. He loves it!”

Customer Review: “Perfect for what I was looking for and needed. Solidly built, performs nicely and easy to use.”