TRIMMERS
As the warmer weather approaches, many homeowners will turn 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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Headge Trimmers Featured
| Top Pick | Top Pick | Top Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bosch AHS 60-16 |  Einhell GC-EH 60551 |  Flymo EasiCut 610XT |  Ryobi RHT6160RS |  Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 60 |
| £59.99 | £64.78 | £65.35 | £90.57 | £99.99 |
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Bosch AHS 60-16 60cm Corded Hedge Trimmer
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- Multi-grip handle and soft rear grip
- Two handed safety switch
- 10 m cable
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
- No blade tip protector
The Bosch AHS range is available with 3 different blade lengths – 45 cm, 50 cm and 60 cm. At the time of writing this post, the 60 cm model is the best value of the three. It costs just £10 more than the 45 cm model on Amazon but has a longer blade and 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 is powered by a 450 W motor. For 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 a good, no frills hedge trimmer that’s built to Bosch’s usual standards. Its low price and weight are two factors that will appeal to many potential buyers. However, the trimmers 16 mm tooth gap may make it less suitable for more mature hedges.
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Einhell GC-EH 60551 Electric Hedge Trimmer
- 61 cm diamond ground blade
- Hedge Raker attachment
- Two handed safety switch
- Blade tip protector
- 10 m power cable
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
The Einhell GC-EH 60551 is a 600 W corded hedge trimmer that’s equipped with metal gearing for a long operational life. The diamond ground steel blade is 60 cm long has a 26 mm tooth spacing, which is a centimetre more than the Bosch AHS 60-16 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.
The Einhell GC-EH 60551 offers a good range features at a very good price. It may be heavier than the Bosch AHS 60-16, but the more powerful motor and extra features are worth the added weight.
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Flymo EasiCut 610XT Electric Hedge Trimmer
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- Two handed safety switch
- Blade tip protector
- 10 m power cable
- 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. It also has a wraparound handle at the front for extra control and comfort. The safety features on the Flymo include a large hand guard and a two handed safety switch to prevent accidental starts.
Like the Einhell, the Flymo features a 60 cm diamond ground blade for precise cutting. A 500 W motor powers the blade while the 22 mm tooth gap allows you to cut wider stems than the Bosch. The blade also has a blade tip protector on the end to prevent 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
- Sawing function
- HedgeSweep attachment
- Rotating 5-position rear handle
- Extended trigger
- Blade tip protector
- Two handed safety switch
- 10 m power cable
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
If it’s power you’re after, the Ryobi RHT6160RS should 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 for precision and it has an impressive 28 mm tooth gap, which is one of 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 a powerful corded hedge trimmers with an impressive range of features. The ability to change the position of the rear handle makes it more comfortable to use. Also, the saw function and wide tooth gap is useful if your hedge has dead wood and branches that need removing.
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Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 60 Hedgecutter
- 60 cm diamond ground blade
- ProSilence technology
- Sawing function
- Blade tip protector
- Two handed safety switch
- See through hand guard
- 10 m power cable
- 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 ideal for medium-sized hedges and features a ProSilence case 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 so you can cut branches that won’t fit between the teeth. It has a blade tip protector which protects the blade when trimming against walls and the 30 mm tooth gap is the widest on offer here. Finally, the see-through hand guard gives better visibility when you’re cutting.
The UniversalHedgeCut 60 is another quality product from Bosch. It has a good range of features and a wide 30 mm tooth gap. If you’re looking for a hedge trimmer that’s quieter than most, the Bosch is a good option.
Check availability + priceCorded Hedge Trimmers Comparison Table
| Top Pick | Top Pick | Top Pick | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bosch AHS 60-16 | Einhell GC-EH 60551 | Flymo EasiCut 610XT | Ryobi RHT6160RS | Bosch UniversalHedgeCut 60 |
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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 shorter. For example, if a hedge trimmer blade has a stated length of 60 cm, the actual cutting length will probably just 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. Mature hedges usually have thicker branches, so a hedge trimmer with a wide tooth gap will be better.