A cordless hedge trimmer is one of the most freeing tools a gardener can own. No trailing cable to slice through, no petrol to mix and store, just grab it off the hook, squeeze the trigger and tidy your hedges in peace. And the good news for 2026 is that you no longer need to spend a fortune to get a genuinely capable one.
The under-£100 bracket is where cordless trimmers have improved most, with brushless motors, longer blades and decent batteries all filtering down to affordable models. We have rounded up the best cordless hedge trimmers under £100 for small and medium UK gardens, with honest notes on which suit which garden.
What to look for in a budget cordless hedge trimmer
Voltage and power
For most domestic hedges, an 18 to 20-volt trimmer has ample power. Higher 36 to 40-volt models cut thicker growth faster, and a few sneak under £100, but you rarely need them for ordinary garden hedges. A brushless motor, where the budget stretches to it, runs more efficiently and lasts longer than an older brushed motor.
Blade length and cutting capacity
Blade length determines how much hedge you cover with each pass: 45 to 50cm suits small gardens, while 55 to 60cm makes quicker work of larger hedges. Cutting capacity (the gap between teeth) decides how thick a twig it will sever, with 18 to 22mm fine for regular trimming and 25mm-plus useful for neglected growth.
Battery: included or bare?
This is the catch with cheap cordless tools. Some prices are for the tool alone (“bare”), with the battery and charger costing extra, while others include everything. If you already own batteries from the same brand’s range, a bare tool is a bargain; if not, factor in the full cost. A 2.0 to 4.0Ah battery gives roughly 30 to 50 minutes of trimming.
Weight and comfort
You hold a hedge trimmer out in front of you, often above shoulder height, so weight matters more than you might think. A lighter trimmer (around 3kg or less) is far less tiring for shaping and detail work, while a wrap-around front handle and a blade tip guard make awkward angles safer and easier.
The best cordless hedge trimmers under £100 for 2026
Our picks all come in around or under £100, though whether that includes a battery varies, so read each entry carefully. Prices move about, so treat the figures as a guide.
1. Bosch EasyHedgeCut 18-45 – best overall
Bosch’s EasyHedgeCut 18-45 is our top all-round pick: light, well balanced and genuinely easy to handle, with a 45cm blade that suits small to medium hedges perfectly. It is part of Bosch’s Power for All 18V system, so the battery is shared with a whole range of Bosch home and garden tools.
Around £90 buys the trimmer with a battery and charger, or less if you already own Power for All cells. It is not the most powerful trimmer here, but for neat, regular trimming of ordinary garden hedges it is a joy to use, and the Bosch build quality and support are reassuring.
Pros: light and easy to handle, shared 18V battery system, excellent build, great for regular trimming Cons: 45cm blade and modest power suit lighter work, not heavy clearing
2. Ryobi ONE+ OHT1845 18V – best for existing ONE+ owners
Ryobi’s ONE+ platform is one of the biggest cordless ranges around, and if you already own ONE+ tools the OHT1845 is a no-brainer. As a bare tool it is often around £80, and it shares batteries with dozens of other Ryobi garden and DIY tools, so you may not need to buy a battery at all.
It is noticeably light and easy on the arms, which makes it ideal for quick tidy-ups, shaping smaller hedges and reaching awkward corners. The 45cm blade and sensible power are well judged for domestic hedges, and the huge ONE+ ecosystem means your battery investment goes a long way.
Pros: shares the vast ONE+ battery range, light, great for quick jobs, often sold bare Cons: battery and charger extra if you are new to ONE+, modest cutting capacity
3. WORX WG284E 20V – best value with batteries included
If you want the most trimmer for your money with batteries in the box, the WORX WG284E is hard to beat. For around £90 you get a brushless motor, a generous blade and twin 20V batteries (which combine for more power), giving you real cutting performance and plenty of runtime out of the box.
The included batteries are the headline here: many rivals at this price are bare tools, so factoring in the cells makes the WORX superb value. It is a touch heavier than the lightweight Bosch and Ryobi, but for tackling larger or thicker hedges it has the muscle to match, and the brushless motor should prove durable.
Pros: brushless motor, batteries included, strong cutting power, excellent value Cons: heavier than the lightest models, WORX battery range smaller than Bosch or Ryobi
4. Flymo EasiCut 450 18V – best budget cordless
Flymo’s EasiCut 450 is a friendly, affordable cordless trimmer, often found around £85 to £90 with a battery. Its 45cm blade and light, manageable body make it a good first cordless trimmer for a small garden, and the controls could not be simpler.
A real bonus is that Flymo batteries are part of the Power for All alliance shared with Bosch and Gardena, so the cells can be used across all three brands’ tools. For straightforward, occasional trimming of modest hedges it is easy to recommend, though it is built for light duty rather than thick, woody growth.
Pros: affordable, light and simple, shared Power for All battery, good for small gardens Cons: light-duty only, struggles with thick branches, shorter runtime batteries
5. VonHaus 40V Cordless Hedge Trimmer – best cheap higher-voltage option
For a bit more cutting muscle without breaking £100, the VonHaus 40V trimmer is a tempting buy at around £75 with a battery included. The higher voltage gives it more bite in denser growth than the 18V models, and the longer blade covers ground quickly.
It is a heavier tool and the VonHaus battery range is smaller than the big brands, so it makes most sense as a standalone trimmer rather than the start of a tool system. But for the price, getting 40V of power and a battery in the box is strong value for anyone with slightly tougher or larger hedges.
Pros: higher voltage for denser growth, battery included, longer blade, keen price Cons: heavier, small battery ecosystem, build less refined than premium brands
6. Terratek 20V Cordless Hedge Trimmer – best ultra-budget
When the budget is tight, the Terratek 20V trimmer gets you into cordless trimming for around £50 to £60 with a battery and charger. It is light, simple and perfectly capable of keeping a small garden’s hedges in shape, which is all many people need.
Do not expect it to power through thick, neglected growth or match the build of the premium brands, but for light, regular trimming it represents a lot of convenience for very little money. As an entry point to cordless gardening, or a spare to keep in the shed, it does the job.
Pros: very cheap, battery included, light and easy, fine for small hedges Cons: light-duty only, basic build, shorter lifespan than premium tools
Cordless hedge trimmers compared
A quick guide to matching a trimmer to your garden and battery situation.
| Trimmer | Voltage / blade | Approx. price | Best for |
| Bosch EasyHedgeCut 18-45 | 18V / 45cm | £90 with battery | Best all-rounder |
| Ryobi ONE+ OHT1845 | 18V / 45cm | £80 bare | Existing ONE+ owners |
| WORX WG284E | 20V / longer blade | £90 with 2 batteries | Best value, bigger hedges |
| Flymo EasiCut 450 | 18V / 45cm | £85-90 | Budget, small gardens |
| VonHaus 40V | 40V / long blade | £75 with battery | Cheap power for denser growth |
| Terratek 20V | 20V | £50-60 | Ultra-budget, small hedges |
Getting the best from a cordless hedge trimmer
Charge the battery fully before you start and keep a spare on charge if you have a lot to do, as a flat battery mid-hedge is the main frustration with cordless tools. Lithium batteries last longest if you avoid running them completely flat and store them somewhere cool and dry.
Trim little and often rather than letting hedges run wild. Budget cordless trimmers cut light growth beautifully but bog down in thick, woody stems, so regular light trims keep both your hedge and your trimmer happy. For UK hedges, a trim in late spring and again in late summer suits most species.
Always check for nesting birds before you start, especially between March and August. It is an offence to damage an active nest, and a quick look could spare a brood. Wear eye protection and sturdy gloves, and keep both hands on the handles.
Clean and lightly oil the blades after each use to stop sap building up and keep them cutting cleanly. A few minutes of care after trimming makes the next job easier and noticeably extends the life of the blades.
Our verdict
For most gardens, the Bosch EasyHedgeCut 18-45 is our pick of the bunch: light, beautifully made and part of a battery system you will want to expand. Ryobi’s OHT1845 is just as appealing if you already own ONE+ tools and can skip buying a battery.
Want the most power and runtime for your money? The WORX WG284E includes twin batteries and handles bigger hedges with ease. On a tighter budget, the Flymo EasiCut 450 and Terratek 20V keep small gardens tidy for less, while the VonHaus 40V adds welcome muscle for denser growth without crossing the £100 line.
