GRASS
TRIMMERS
With summer on the way, now’s the time to get your tools ready for some gardening! A must-have tool that every lawn owner should have is a cordless grass trimmer. They’re much faster at trimming and edging than garden shears and there’s no cable to tie you down. In this post, we’ll show you the ultimate cordless grass trimmers you can buy.
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Our Search Criteria
All the cordless grass trimmers on our list had to meet the following criteria:
- Cost under £200.
- Be capable of trimming and edging.
- Include a charger and at least one battery pack.
- Extra batteries have to be easy to buy and fairly priced.
Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18-26 Cordless Grass Trimmer
- 26 cm cutting width
- 7,300 rpm motor
- 18 V Lithium-ion technology
- Trimming and edging
- Adjustable handle and telescopic shaft
- 2.7 kg
- 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
Includes
Designed with comfort in mind, the Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18 features a V-shape handle that encourages a natural working posture. The telescopic shaft is adjustable to suit your height, while the foot pedal lowers the handle to get under bushes and benches. Finally, for stability when edging, a wheel supports the weight of the trimmer as you move it along.
The Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18 uses an 18 V motor and has a 26 cm cutting width. The IntelliFEED function automatically feeds the trimmer line, which saves you the hassle of doing it yourself. It comes with one 2.5 Ah battery pack and a charger. An empty battery takes about an hour to charge and Bosch claims you can cut the edges of eight tennis courts on one charge.
Overall, the Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18 is one of the most ergonomic cordless grass trimmers available. It’s also fairly light, weighing just 2.7 kg with a battery pack attached. This makes trimming lawns less of a chore and kinder on your back. Also, as it’s a Bosch, extra batteries and accessories are easy to find and reasonably priced.
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WORX WG163E.3 20V MAX Cordless Grass Trimmer – 2 Batteries
- 30 cm cutting width
- 7,600 rpm motor
- 20 V Lithium-ion technology
- Trimming and edging
- Automatic line feed
- Adjustable handle and telescopic shaft
- 2.4 kg
- 2 year warranty
Includes
The WORX WG163E is one of the best value grass trimmers we’ve come across. For the price, it comes with two battery packs and a charger. The charger is the WORX 3880, which is a fast charger and much better than the slower ones we’ve seen bundled with other models.
The WG163E has a large 30 cm cutting width and, like the Bosch, it has an automatic line feed system. Its ergonomic design includes an adjustable handle and telescopic shaft. Attached to the head of the trimmer is a support wheel that gives you extra control when edging, while at the front there’s a safety guard that protects flowers and ornaments that may come in the trimmer’s path.
Overall, the WORX WG163E is an excellent grass trimmer that’s sturdy and adjustable. It has a good range of features, including two batteries will provide enough runtime to tidy up most gardens.
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BLACK+DECKER GLC3630L20 36V Lithium-ion Strimmer with 2.0Ah Battery
- 30 cm cutting width
- 8,500 rpm motor
- 36 V Lithium-ion technology
- Trimming and edging
- Automatic line feed
- Telescopic shaft
- 3.5 kg
- 2 year warranty
Includes
The BLACK+DECKER GLC3630L20 is a powerful grass trimmer that features a 36 V motor and a high-torque gear system called E-Drive Technology. It has a top cutting speed of 8,500 rpm and a large 30 cm cutting width. The trimmer has two power modes to choose from, ECO and TURBO. ECO lets you maximize run-time where you cut up to a distance of 3,750m on a single charge. Meanwhile, TURBO gives you maximum power to tackle the thickest overgrowth.
The GLC3630L20 has a height-adjustable telescopic shaft and a swivel head that lets you easily switch between trimming and edging. It has an automatic line feed system and comes with a 10 m spool of line. Replacement spools are readily available and cost around £9 each. Included with the trimmer are one 2.0 Ah battery pack and a fast charger.
We think the BLACK+DECKER GLC3630L20 is an excellent cordless grass trimmer, and it’s a simple decision to buy if you already own their 36 V garden tools. It’s one of the most powerful cordless grass trimmers on the list and ideal for the most demanding jobs.
Check availability + priceCordless Grass Trimmers Comparison
| Top Pick | Top Pick | Top Pick | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18-26 | WORX WG163E.3 | BLACK+DECKER GLC3630L20 |
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| Rating | |||
| Cutting Diameter | 26 cm | 30 cm | 30 cm |
| Max Speed | 7,300 rpm | 7,600 rpm | 8,500 rpm |
| Battery Voltage | 18 V | 20 V | 36 V |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Batteries Included | 1 x 2.5 Ah | 2 x 2.0 Ah | 1 x 2.0 Ah |
| Auto Line Feed | |||
| Telescopic Shaft | |||
| Edging Support | Wheel | Wheel | Guide |
| Weight with Battery | 2.7 kg | 2.4 kg | 3.5 kg |
| Warranty | 2 or 3 years | 2 years | 2 years |
| Price | £114.95 | £139.99 | £152.16 |
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