

Best Mini Hedge Trimmer

Gardeners these days are spoiled for choice when it comes to labour-saving power tools. Gone are the days of struggling with shears, loppers and pruning saws (although they still have their place).
As much as we enjoy working on our gardens, it shouldn’t be too taxing. There needs to be a balance between getting fresh air and exercise without getting exhausted and feeling like we’ve been hit by a truck the next day.
One brilliant tool that’s proved very useful in my garden is the mini hedge trimmer, which I sometimes use in place of my full-sized cordless hedge trimmer when only light work is required to keep the garden tidy. Regular trimming saves a lot of time later, as it stops your garden from going wild and needing heavy maintenance a few weeks down the line.
If you’re looking into getting one of these little gadgets, you might want some more information. To save you some time, I checked out several models to find the best examples of mini hedge trimmers on the market.

Bosch ISIO
This is a great place to start our search! From the moment you unpack it from its neat little case, the Bosch quality shines through. It is beautifully designed and seriously easy to use.
Here’s what you get for your money:
- 12 cm blade for trimming and shaping hedges
- 8 cm blade for edging
- Multiclick tool-free system for changing blades
- 50-minute running time
- Weight – 0.6 kg (1.3 lbs)
- Includes charger
- Quick stop brake
- Soft grip handle
- 3.6v li-ion battery
- 2-year guarantee
- Bosch anti-blocking system to allow uninterrupted trimming
For around £60 or £70, this excellent little gadget is well worth the money. It’s perfect for shaping and topiary, and for keeping the edges of your lawn looking trim. If there’s a downside, it’s that charging takes around 3.5 hours. Also, the battery is fitted in the casing and is not replaceable.
However, considering you get almost an hour’s use out of it on a single charge, and it should last a good few years, it’s a brilliant little machine.
If you thought the Bosch was good, wait until you check out this little beauty!
The Worx brand has excelled itself here, with a compact but powerful machine that’s a joy to use.
This is what you can expect:
- 1 x grass shears
- 2 x hedge trimming blades – 12 and 20 cm (5 and 8 inches)
- 20v motor
- Tool-free blade change
- Soft grip handle
- Optional extension shaft
- 1 hour running time
- Lightweight design
- Weight – 0.9 kg with battery!
Again, the charging time is high (at least, I think so – some reviewers seem to disagree!) as this one takes about 5 hours. However, it’s worth sticking it on charge overnight if you plan to use it the next day. It also helps to invest in a spare battery.
On the plus side, the battery is compatible with Worx PowerShare™ tools.
You can get the bare tool for between £70 and £80, which is great if you already have a Worx battery and charger, otherwise, you’ll need to shell out an extra £50 and £30 respectively. It’s always worth checking sites like Amazon for deals that include a battery and charger if you need them. For example, rather than paying £150 or more for the separate parts, some sellers offer all three for around £100!
Stihl HSA26
In terms of design, this one was very different from the rest, looking rather like an oversized set of hair clippers. However, once I started using it, I was reassured by the typical Stihl quality.
As you’d expect, the specifications are impressive. Here’s what’s included in the price:
- 20 cm (8 ins) shrub cutter and scabbard
- 12 cm (5 ins) grass shears and scabbard
- Sturdy canvas carry bag with eyelets for wall mounting
- 10.8v lithium-ion battery
- Centralised handle design
- Charger
- Tool-free blade replacement
- 0.8 cm (0.3 inch) cutting capacity
- Weight with battery – 1 kg
- 110 minutes running time
This tool was ideal for shaping and trimming shrubs and bushes and was very comfortable to hold. The non-slip handle gives you full control over the unit at all times.
Admittedly, the cutting capacity is on the low side, but this machine is for shaping and light trimming of young shrubs and ornamental hedges (including evergreens), not for heavy-duty work.
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