First is the fear of slicing through the cable wire accidentally and injuring both yourself and those around in the process. Then there’s the worry about the cord being too short of reaching farther areas in your garden, especially for those who have large yards. Now, we all know that the weather is not always friendly, especially in a country like the UK where there’s a lot of rainfall. With other tools, a little rain can ruin your plans of hedging your garden on that day. Weather-Proof Machine: Another beautiful thing concerning petrol cutters is that weather conditions have little effect on them. Electric corded hedge trimmers: Affordable, low maintenance and lightweight these trimmers do require a power source and have cables that are potentially hazardous - depending on their length you may also need an extension cord for extra reach.

The trimmer is heavy, but its ergonomic handle gives you a firm grip. You can rotate the handle according to the requirements or enhance the control over the machine as well as cutting materials. No matter at what position or angle you are using the tool, its powerful engine and sharp blade work together to give you the perfect cuts. And with a cutting diameter of 25 mm, none of the branches stands a chance to stand in front of this mighty machine. Rotational handle and vibration-free grip are the other two features that are similar to long reach hedge trimmer that add to your convenience. The petrol hedge trimmer is quite popular. People can practically not stop talking about how great it is, and many of them have banned every other model from being used in their garden. If one has to manoeuvre the tool on a daily basis or regularly, it can take an adverse toll on one’s body. This is specially so when you have to tilt or bend to reach hidden hedges. Powerful hedge trimmers are generally heavy, but this is not the case with Ergolite. It boasts a mighty engine, even after that the machine has a dry weight of 5 kg. Whether you have a small or medium-sized garden, you can easily carry the machine around hedges without feeling tired.

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Great Performance and Power: Wherever hedge trimmers or any other tool for that matter are concerned, power is one major feature that can’t be overlooked. Do you know that the vibration from power tools can lead to problems in your blood vessels? But, this is not the case with HS45. This gardening tool comes with an anti-vibration system that reduces the jerks and reduces the stress on your arms. Due to this feature, you can comfortably use it for a long time, without much fatigue. Overall, The Einhell hedge cutter comes with all the high-quality features to serve you well but never asks much in return. McCulloch Ergolite 6028 is a powerful and lightweight hedge trimmer that’s suitable for residential usage. This trimmer has a soft start that keeps you safe from the start-up hassles. Its adjustable handle gives multiple angle cutting angles, while an effective anti-vibration mechanism keeps you jerk free. A 600W engine is another component that brings the machine in our top recommendations. This motor runs at a maximum RPM of 7800, which is sufficient to deal with complex cutting materials without wasting much time. It has fuel storage of 0.5 litre that seems to be large enough to keep you away from refuelling. Moreover, this fuel tank is transparent. So, you can readily know when to refill.

Makita EH7500W is all about productivity. Its two-stroke engine runs at a maximum RPM of 4390, which is almost double than comparisons.

Consider the points they were discussing in the buying guide and we hope you can find one of the best petrol hedge trimmers for your yard. Let’s Talk Durability: When compared with its electric counterpart, the petrol-powered trimmer has a greater tendency to last long. Why do we say this?

McCulloch is a reputable brand that produces some of the best gardening tools. McCulloch HT 5622 gains from the experiences and stands tall as a useful hedge trimmer. Its 22 cc engine and 56 cm blade, co-operate well and you get excellent results without wasting much time. Safety: Almost all the petrol hedge trimmer comes with a blade guard, but some of them are better than others. The oscillating blades might throw some wooden chip or debris towards your body, but a guard eliminates any such happenings and keeps you safe. Look for a wide blade guard that can cover the edges as well the handle. Einhell GE-PH 2555 A encases both the qualities; its affordable and comes with a robust double reciprocating blade. However, no such thing can happen when you’re using a petrol-powered trimmer. This is because unlike an electric machine which can electrocute when it touches water, this moto is safer. After all, it can’t be affected by liquid. Of course, there are much cheaper versions, but these are usually below standard. Without the usual strength and quality of petrol trimmers, cheap petrol machines are almost of no use.

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Due to the advanced manufacturing process, Einhell produces one of the longest-running gardening blades for their hedge hammers. Cordless hedge trimmers: These are lightweight, quiet, environmentally friendly and have no need of petrol, engine maintenance or electricity plus there are no trailing cables to worry about. Without the cord or a petrol tank, you aren’t limited to where you can cut and although these were traditionally pretty pricey, recent advances have lowered their price. Expensive batteries and chargers however, can increase costs. Read our best cordless tools buyer's guide for more information on cordless tool systems. If you’re not so familiar with the tool, you must be wondering what exactly is so great about it. Not to worry, you’re about to find out in this next section. The Pros This Ryobi trimmer is easy to start and never releases a high amount of carbon in the atmosphere. It has a revolving handle that stops at five different positions. What makes it even more comfortable is a low weight of 5.3 kg. The product also includes a hedge sweep attachment that assists when foliage breaks the cutting fluency.