Top 5 List of the Best Hedge Trimmer for Thick Branches

As for our runner-up, we present you with the powerful Flymo Corded Trimmer that does not disappoint.

It has a strong 450 W motor that will provide you with enough energy to incessantly cut around your garden with no problems. Even though it's a corded trimmer, you'll get a 10 m cable that will give enough length for any medium-size garden.

The first thing that you'll probably notice about this trimmer is its design. It is modified in an extremely compact manner for customer pleasure. Secure handling and comfortable design will give you all the tools you need for productive cutting time.

If you're worried about this hedge trimmer's clash with thick branches, there's no need. It has a 45 cm cutting blade and a 16 mm cutting gap which ensures that all the long branches and shrubs will be nicely cut according to your needs.

The only real thing that you should pay attention to is not to overload it. It has a strong motor which works quite well, but you should take small breaks during your work. This means that the engine will not overheat and it will be healthy long-term.

In conclusion, it is one of the best products you'll find in most reviews and one you should seriously consider adding to your set.

As we reach the end of best hedge trimmers reviews, we encounter a brand of Dewalt products that have been reliable when it comes to gardening appliances.

This hedge trimmer has 55 cm dual-action laser-cut blades with a 19 mm cutting gap. This makes it an excellent trimmer for cutting hedges, bushes, and shrubs.

What's also excellent is its 5.0 Ah battery that will give you approximately 75 minutes of use time which is an outstanding feature compared to other hedge trimmers on the market.

Its hardened steel blades and compact design make a significant and durable product that you will surely use in the years to come. Also, it is very lightweight, which means less fatigue while trimming and more cutting time.

It's important to mention that it is quite noisy, but, in turn, you'll be getting an excellent hedge trimmer with fantastic power.

The entire process of hedge trimming can be pretty tiresome and time-consuming. That is why you should try and make it as pleasant as you possibly can, which is why Makita developed its anti-vibrant hedge trimmer.

First off, it has a soft rubberized grip that gives you a comfortable and soft grip. Then its anti-vibration technology with five cushions provides the ultimate pleasure when it comes to nasty vibrations coming from the motor-crank section and blades.

Also, it's pretty easy to remove the blade if it gets worn or broken. There's no need to remove the body of the hedge trimmer, and you can even do it yourself without any troubles.

You should know, however, that in comparison to other models, this one is more suited for longer hedges than thicker. It will do an excellent job on thicker hedges as well, but if you're looking for a more powerful cut, you should opt-out for a different one.

Still, this one has a 52 cm blade, long enough to cut any branches and ideal for hedges. Lastly, bear in mind that if you go for this one, you'll be getting comfort over power, but it's still a decent hedge trimmer.

1. Blade Length

In order to reach hard-to-get hedges and shrubs, it's crucial to have a quality trimmer with durable and hard blades that have the appropriate length. That is why you should look for trimmers that are 45-60 cm long and have a cutting diameter of at least 25 mm.

This applies especially to electric ones, considering that they are slightly less powerful than petrol ones. They compensate for the lack of power in length. Also, pay attention to trimmers, such as Bosch's that have additional teeth that are great with branches and thick bushes.

2. Electric or Petrol?

3. Durability

Cutting hedges and bushes can be quite a difficult job. To do it right, you'll have to do commit and work your way through the toughest of branches. That is why you'll need the most durable hedge trimmer to help you.

Working in a harsh environment, especially with electrical products often means a lot of injuries, branches getting in everywhere and damage to your trimmer. That is why you should opt-out for a device that will last you a long time.

For example, the last product we reviewed, Dewalt, has a fantastic battery and great body that ensures both long working hours and durability in general.

These hedge trimmers are not that cheap, which is why you should go for the long run and find the most durable one.

1. How Thick a Branch Can a Hedge Trimmer Cut?

Of course, it depends on the hedge trimmer you own or want to buy. Some have a lot of power and hard blades which enable them to cut through extremely thick branches.

But, in general, they can cut through branches that are 25-33 mm thick. However, it is not recommended to try and trim hedges beyond that, since they can damage the blade or even the trimmer itself. If you encounter thicker branches, they will probably require an electric saw or an axe to cut.

2. Can You Cut Long Grass With a Hedge Trimmer?

In theory, yes. However, you should know that larger hedge trimmers should not be used for such chores since they cover large swathes of grass and your grass might look uneven. But, if you really want to use it for grass, you can try a smaller model. 

That way, you will have an even grass, and you might even do a better job than with some lawnmowers since this way there's no extra moves and rapid motions.