TRIMMERS
As the warmer weather approaches, many homeowners will be turning their attention to the garden. Hedges and bushes will most likely need a trim and a corded hedge trimmer is the most affordable tool to help you do this in the shortest amount of time. In this post, we’ll show you the best corded hedge trimmers you can buy for under £100. They all have cutting blades in the 60 cm region which is ideal for medium to large hedges.
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Hedge Trimmer Safety
Always read the instructions carefully before you operate a new hedge trimmer. Corded hedge trimmers must be connected to residual current device (RCD) for safety.
Bosch AHS 60-16 60cm Corded Hedge Trimmer
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- 16 mm tooth gap
- 450 W motor
- Multi-grip handle and soft rear grip
- Two handed safety switch
- 10 m cable
- 2.8 kg
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
- No blade tip protector
The Bosch AHS hedge trimmer range may have been superseded by newer models, but you can still buy them from some retailers at really good prices. The AHS range is available with 3 different blade lengths – 45 cm, 50 cm and 60cm. At the time of writing this post the 60 cm model (AHS 60-16) represents the best value for money on Amazon as it costs just £10 more than the 45 cm model (AHS 45-16) and has a slightly more powerful motor.
The AHS 60-16 weighs just 2.8 Kg, which gives it the title of the lightest hedge trimmer on the list. Its low weight coupled with a multi-grip handle makes it one of the easiest to work with especially over long periods of time. The 60 cm diamond ground blades have a 16 mm tooth gap that are powered by a 450 W motor. When it comes to safety the AHS 60-16 features a hand guard and a dual safety switch that helps prevent accidental starts. One feature that’s missing is a blade tip protector so you have to be careful when trimming close to a wall.
Overall, the Bosch AHS 60-16 is still a very good hedge trimmer that’s easy to use and built to Bosch’s usual high standards. It’s low price and weight are two factors that will appeal to many potential buyers. However, the trimmers 16 mm tooth gap does restrict the Bosch to smaller hedges and bushes.
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Einhell GC-EH 60551 Electric Hedge Trimmer
- 61 cm diamond ground blade
- 26 mm blade gap
- 600 W motor
- Hedge Raker attachment
- Two handed safety switch
- Blade tip protector
- 10 m power cable
- 3.47 kg
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
The Einhell GC-EH 60551 is a 600 W hedge trimmer that’s equipped with metal gearing for a long operational life. The 60 cm blades are made from laser-cut and diamond ground steel and have a wide tooth spacing of 26 mm, which is a good centimetre more than the Bosch seen earlier.
In terms of features, the Einhell has a Hedge Raker that conveniently removes cuttings as you trim. A hand guard protects your hands during use, while an aluminium cover protects the cutter rail. Other safety features include a dual handed safety switch and a cable strain-relief clip for use with the 10 m long cable.
We think the Einhell GC-EH 60551 is well specced corded hedge trimmer that’s really good value for money. It’s a bit heavier than the Bosch AHS 60-16, but has a more powerful motor and extra features that we think is worth the extra weight.
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Flymo EasiCut 610XT Electric Hedge Trimmer
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- 22 mm blade gap
- 500 W motor
- Two handed safety switch
- Blade tip protector
- 10 m power cable
- 4.1 kg
- 2 year warranty
Next up on our list is the Flymo EasiCut 610XT which has a long reach rear handle so you can trim tall hedges with less effort. This is accompanied by a wraparound handle at the front for extra control and comfort. Safety features include a large hand guard and a two handed safety switch to prevent accidental starts.
Like the Bosch and Einhell, the Flymo features a 60 cm diamond ground blade for precise cutting. The blades are powered by a 500 W motor and feature a 22 mm tooth gap which allows it to cut wider stems than the Bosch. It also has a blade tip protector to protect the ends of the cutting blades from damage.
The Flymo EasiCut 610XT is a well designed electric hedge trimmer with an extended handle that owners of tall hedges will find useful. It’s the heaviest corded hedge trimmer on the list, weighing almost half a kilogramme more than its nearest rival, which is a factor that may put some people off.
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Ryobi RHT6160RS Hedge Trimmer
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- 28 mm blade gap
- 600 W motor
- Sawing function
- HedgeSweep attachment
- Rotating 5-position rear handle
- Extended trigger
- Blade tip protector
- Two handed safety switch
- 10 m power cable
- 3.7 kg
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
If it’s power you’re after, the Ryobi RHT6160RS should be at the top your shopping list. This powerful 600 W hedge trimmer comes with a saw function that lets you cut through small branches. The 60 cm blade is laser-cut and diamond ground to ensure a precise cut and it has an impressive 28 mm tooth gap which is the widest on our list.
However, the RHT6160RS isn’t just about power. It has a stylish, ergonomic design with a rotating rear handle for comfortable cutting at different angles. The extended trigger will prove useful when you have to reach the tops of tall hedges. Finally, the trimmer comes with a HedgeSweep attachment that helps you sweep away clippings.
To sum up, the Ryobi RHT6160RS is one of the most powerful corded hedge trimmers you can buy for under £100. The saw function and wide tooth gap will prove especially useful if your hedge has bits of dead wood and branches that need removing.
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Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 60 Hedgecutter
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- 30 mm blade gap
- 480 W motor
- ProSilence technology
- Sawing function
- Blade tip protector
- Two handed safety switch
- See through hand guard
- 10 m power cable
- 3.7 kg
- 2 year warranty, 3 year when registered
The other Bosch hedge trimmer to make it onto the list comes from their current lineup. The UniversalHedgeCut 60 is designed for medium-sized hedges and features a ProSilence casing that reduces noise and vibrations. Bosch claims this results in a noise reduction of up to a 80% compared with previous models which, if you excuse the pun, sounds very impressive.
As with the Ryobi, the Bosch has a 60 cm diamond ground cutting blade and features a saw function that allows you to cut branches that don’t fit between its teeth. It also has a blade tip protector which will come in handy when trimming against walls. Where the Bosch picks up an extra point is its 30mm tooth gap which is the widest on offer here. However, it does uses a less powerful motor than the Ryobi which is probably why its marketed more for medium-sized hedges.
Overall, the UniversalHedgeCut 60 is another excellent product from Bosch. It’s ideal for medium-sized hedges, but if you’re looking for more power at a lower price then you should consider the Ryobi instead.
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 Bosch AHS 60-16 |  Einhell GC-EH 60551 Top Pick |  Flymo EasiCut 610XT |  Ryobi RHT6160RS Top Pick |  Bosch UniversalHedge -Cut 60 Top Pick |
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| Rating | |||||
| Blade Length | 60 cm | 61 cm | 60 cm | 60 cm | 60 cm |
| Tooth Gap | 16 mm | 26 mm | 20 mm | 28 mm | 30 mm |
| Power | 450 W | 600 W | 500 W | 600 W | 480 W |
| Saw Function | |||||
| Blade Tip Protector | |||||
| Dual Safety Switch | |||||
| Cord Length | 10 m | 10 m | 10 m | 10 m | 10 m |
| Weight | 2.8 kg | 3.47 kg | 4.1 kg | 3.7 kg | 3.7 kg |
| Warranty | 2 or 3 years | 2 or 3 years | 2 years | 2 years | 2 or 3 years |
| Price | £59.99 | £64.78 | £65.35 | £90.57 | £99.99 |
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Hedge Trimmer Terminology
Blade length – The length of a hedge trimmers blade. The actual cutting length of the blade is actually a bit shorter. For example, a hedge trimmers blade length is stated as 60 cm, but the actual cutting length will be 55 cm.
Tooth gap/tooth opening/tooth spacing/blade gap – the maximum size of the gap between two teeth on the blade. This determines the maximum diameter the trimmer can cut through.