PLUS receive our 2-for-1 Gardens to Visit Card and Guide. Available on Amazon at the moment for a very reasonable price, and with free UK delivery, this offering from Bosch is one of our cheapest electric garden strimmers reviewed. There is a downside to this though, and that is the fact that finding a replacement spool of the same wire isnt that easy in the UK, and youll have to search online to order some. You may have seen if youve followed my reviews before that I had the AR26 since buying the Bosch Electric Grass Trimmer ART 30 and the Makita UR3000 I really dont have much use for it and so have removed it from my list when they are all compared, sorry AR 26 adios. Buy the Powerbase 550W Electric Grass Trimmer from Homebase, RRP: 139 (301 including battery and charger). Its powered by a large 2Ah 48V lithium-ion battery, which along with the charger is sold separately, making this significantly more expensive than other models in the test. The cutting line has a large cutting diameter of 37cm to really speed up your gardening sessions, and the three-tooth, brush cutter blades diameter is 23cm. This single-line cordless model from Makita is easy to set up thanks to clear instructions. Ask any tradesman about Makita tools and Id bet my shirt that the feedback you get is overwhelmingly positive. Powered by a 18V, 450W motor, the Makita packs a punch and can deliver running speeds of up to 9000rpm. Id heard that this strimmer was a bit on the heavy side, but after using it, Id have to disagree. Easy to use cordless chainsaws the best rated. 
any extra tools were needed, and how easy the instructions are to use. The key thing is to always check before you strim. In very close second place is theBlack & Decker GL733GB electric strimmer, chosen for the excellent value for money it offers. This electric grass strimmer will trim off the parts of your garden that you miss with your lawnmower well but is not suited to cutting full lawns of long grass. Required fields are marked *. It has a two-year warranty, and though its part of a cordless system, only six other tools are available. The subtle curves really do make this an eye-pleasing strimmer, and is a virtual work of art when you compare it to products like the classic-looking, yet slightly boring, Bosch strimmers. Awarded a BBC Gardeners World Magazine Best Buy for features, the Worx WG184E grass trimmer includes variable speed settings, an adjustable handle and shaft, an automatic feed and wheels. There is a smaller second handle on top and slightly in front of the main one but anyone with a little bit of strength can use this one-handed without too much bother. I didnt particularly get on with this model in testing I liked a variable height more but no complaints on the power to eight ratio Im certainly going to have a bit of a practice with this unit in anticipation of updating this article with hopefully more positive news the Flymo demo videos just look so promising when trimming beds and edges. It also doesnt come with any spare line, and unlike some of other battery powered strimmers, there is no indication of the battery level as you work. Theres a safety button, which must be pressed to turn it on, and at 88.5dB this was the quietest strimmer on test, compared to the Powerbase strimmer, which was the loudest at 95dB. The Einhell GC-ET 4530 weighs around 2.7kg and is hardly what you call heavy, but I did notice that when compared to the Black and decker, Bosch, or Makita products, it wasnt quite as well balanced. Only the stand-out strimmers have made our list, so you can buy with confidence. If youre planning on edging, you can spin the shaft 180 degrees so that it cuts vertically instead of horizontally and use the built-in wheel edge guide. I have to say given the freedom of the battery I now much prefer this over any corded strimmer plus, if the work is significantly tougher than just grass, theyve made cordless brush cutters now too. The adjustable shaft is made from aluminium, making it completely weather and rust proof while still providing a good deal of strength and remaining lightweight. The nylon line itself is advertised as being extra strong but I found it to be the same as most regular nylon trimming wire and it breaks from time to time, especially if you hit anything other vegetation. This Bosch strimmer comes with two different cutting blades- an extra-strong cutting line spool that is probably the most heavy-duty strimmer wire Ive seen come with a product and a triple-toothed, metal brush cutter blade for combating the heaviest undergrowth. electric strimmers, and breaks a lot less often. Snap up great exclusive offers from our carefully chosen partners, All products were chosen independently by our editorial team. Specification: Warranty: yes (1 year), Motor power: 450 W, Cutting speed: 8800 rpm., Cutting Diameter: 30cm, Weight: 2.64kg. The contour XL can be used as an edging tool and comes with an edging wheel attachment to help guide you along and get those perfectly trimmed lines. I have to say I love the Makita DUR181Z but Ive also had a go with the other strimmers for a bit of balance. The main drawback to this type of strimmer is that movement is restricted by the length of the power cord and when it comes to cutting power, they cant compare to the petrol type. The head is easy to rotate for use as an edge trimmer and the wheels help to support the weight of the body, ensuring it cuts at a consistent height. Pick from foxgloves, anemones, cyclamen, ferns and more. Specification: Warranty: yes (2 years), Motor power: 950W, Cutting speed: 7000 rpm., Cutting Diameter: 37 cm, Weight: 5.7 kg. Sporting a powerful electric motor for such a low-cost strimmer the, Einhell GC-ET 4530 Electric Striimmer delivers excellent cutting performance. However, gardeners with limited mobility should note that this strimmer weighs 3.1kg, which is over a kilo more than the lightest machine on test, the Gtech GT50, and it doesnt come with a strap to help take the weight. With this electric strimmer, Makita has hit the mark yet again. Strimmers arent designed to trim hedges, as their woody growth is too thick to be cut with plastic blades or nylon cord, and it would be very dangerous. Instead, use a hedge trimmer, or for more precise work, shears, a pruning saw, or pair of secateurs. That said, at 3.9kg its also the heaviest in our test, but the telescopic shaft and adjustable loop handle help to balance this strimmer and make it comfortable to hold and manoeuvre. The aluminium shaft ensures that rust wont be a problem, and for the most part, the plastic used for the casing is very good. The design is ergonomic and the handle felt easy to hold for me. Other cordless systems have more battery-sharing tools available. RRP: 199.99 (including battery and charger). The spare batteries for cordless electric garden strimmers can also be quite expensive. Id have to say, I was surprised by the results its only something you can truly appreciate when testing multiple strimmers against each other: Even after giving your overgrown lawn the good news with the latest Flymo or Bosch lawnmower, theres still going to be those rough and weed-ridden edges to take care of, and if you have a smaller, or average-sized garden, an electric strimmer can be just the thing to sort that out and leave your lawn looking as polished as a bowling green. In fact, I cant think of any other similarly priced product that compares. We like the storage feature under the handle for the included spare plastic blades, which are bright pink and easy to spot if they snap off into the grass. Short 10m black power cable is hard to see in the grass, Stiff to switch between trimming and edging modes, Telescopic shaft, which separates in two for storage, Battery and charger must be bought separately, Battery only compatible with 2 other Gtech tools, Battery compatible with more than 100 other Makita tools, Part of a cordless system, but only 6 other tools available, Battery compatible with only three other tools. However, this is still a good choice for those customers on a tight budget and comes with a free 2-year guarantee. First of all, it is made of metal and not plastic so it is more durable when compared to a lot of other strimmers in the same price range. If you think your needs would be better fulfilled with a petrol, or cordless strimmer please check out our dedicated pages to them. Our site is reader supported so when you click a link to Amazon we may earn an affiliate commission. Before you buy think about the following : Our wildlife editor, Kate Bradbury, has some advice on using a strimmer responsibly. Strimmers are much less efficient at this task than lawn mowers, and its more difficult to get an even cut. Not only does the head rotate into an edger, but it also can be tilted through four preset angles, and I have to say that this feature, when combined with adjusting the length of the aluminum shaft, did come in handy for getting under hedges and in other tricky spots. Im Terry Smith from gardentoolbox.co.uk, a professional landscape designer, hobbyist gardener, and barbecue fanatic with 20 years experience building and restoring. Powered by two 20V lithium-ion batteries, it has a 20-minute run time from a one hour charge, and theres a battery level indicator on the shaft, so you can see how much power you have while youre using the strimmer. To see these and the others we recommend, browse our pick of the best strimmers below. The 33cm cutting width makes this the widest model in the test. Whats more, if you compare it with some of its competitors, it runs fairly quietly. For smaller gardens, the 300W motor should be more than enough, especially when you consider Flymos track record for reliability, however, people looking for something with a bit more grunt should look elsewhere. Tackle long grass and tricky corners with our pick of the very best cordless and corded models. Make no mistake, this product may have a low price but dont think it is a toy. Buy the Vonhaus F-Series Grass Trimmer from Amazon and Vonhaus. The shaft is made of aluminium and this is also a nice feature, as that particular material is well known to be rustproof. It is great for tidying up the edges of your lawn but dont expect it to be a substitute for a lawnmower or more powerful petrol strimmer. The cutting head rotates to convert to an edger, and the wheels provide support and ensure a neat, consistent cut along an edge. Find the perfect plant to brighten partial or fully shaded garden areas, for colour and interest across the seasons. I did find that the secondary handle felt too high up for my liking when I tried to manoeuvre it around but it is so light that it wont cause you too many problems. I bought and tested the new Flymo Contour to see how it stacks up against the other electric strimmers available in the UK. RRP: 129.99 (including battery and charger). Heres a look at that its twin feed: My Bosch Electric Grass Trimmer ART 30 the line spool is reasonably easy to sort out when its jammed.
any extra tools were needed, and how easy the instructions are to use. The key thing is to always check before you strim. In very close second place is theBlack & Decker GL733GB electric strimmer, chosen for the excellent value for money it offers. This electric grass strimmer will trim off the parts of your garden that you miss with your lawnmower well but is not suited to cutting full lawns of long grass. Required fields are marked *. It has a two-year warranty, and though its part of a cordless system, only six other tools are available. The subtle curves really do make this an eye-pleasing strimmer, and is a virtual work of art when you compare it to products like the classic-looking, yet slightly boring, Bosch strimmers. Awarded a BBC Gardeners World Magazine Best Buy for features, the Worx WG184E grass trimmer includes variable speed settings, an adjustable handle and shaft, an automatic feed and wheels. There is a smaller second handle on top and slightly in front of the main one but anyone with a little bit of strength can use this one-handed without too much bother. I didnt particularly get on with this model in testing I liked a variable height more but no complaints on the power to eight ratio Im certainly going to have a bit of a practice with this unit in anticipation of updating this article with hopefully more positive news the Flymo demo videos just look so promising when trimming beds and edges. It also doesnt come with any spare line, and unlike some of other battery powered strimmers, there is no indication of the battery level as you work. Theres a safety button, which must be pressed to turn it on, and at 88.5dB this was the quietest strimmer on test, compared to the Powerbase strimmer, which was the loudest at 95dB. The Einhell GC-ET 4530 weighs around 2.7kg and is hardly what you call heavy, but I did notice that when compared to the Black and decker, Bosch, or Makita products, it wasnt quite as well balanced. Only the stand-out strimmers have made our list, so you can buy with confidence. If youre planning on edging, you can spin the shaft 180 degrees so that it cuts vertically instead of horizontally and use the built-in wheel edge guide. I have to say given the freedom of the battery I now much prefer this over any corded strimmer plus, if the work is significantly tougher than just grass, theyve made cordless brush cutters now too. The adjustable shaft is made from aluminium, making it completely weather and rust proof while still providing a good deal of strength and remaining lightweight. The nylon line itself is advertised as being extra strong but I found it to be the same as most regular nylon trimming wire and it breaks from time to time, especially if you hit anything other vegetation. This Bosch strimmer comes with two different cutting blades- an extra-strong cutting line spool that is probably the most heavy-duty strimmer wire Ive seen come with a product and a triple-toothed, metal brush cutter blade for combating the heaviest undergrowth. electric strimmers, and breaks a lot less often. Snap up great exclusive offers from our carefully chosen partners, All products were chosen independently by our editorial team. Specification: Warranty: yes (1 year), Motor power: 450 W, Cutting speed: 8800 rpm., Cutting Diameter: 30cm, Weight: 2.64kg. The contour XL can be used as an edging tool and comes with an edging wheel attachment to help guide you along and get those perfectly trimmed lines. I have to say I love the Makita DUR181Z but Ive also had a go with the other strimmers for a bit of balance. The main drawback to this type of strimmer is that movement is restricted by the length of the power cord and when it comes to cutting power, they cant compare to the petrol type. The head is easy to rotate for use as an edge trimmer and the wheels help to support the weight of the body, ensuring it cuts at a consistent height. Pick from foxgloves, anemones, cyclamen, ferns and more. Specification: Warranty: yes (2 years), Motor power: 950W, Cutting speed: 7000 rpm., Cutting Diameter: 37 cm, Weight: 5.7 kg. Sporting a powerful electric motor for such a low-cost strimmer the, Einhell GC-ET 4530 Electric Striimmer delivers excellent cutting performance. However, gardeners with limited mobility should note that this strimmer weighs 3.1kg, which is over a kilo more than the lightest machine on test, the Gtech GT50, and it doesnt come with a strap to help take the weight. With this electric strimmer, Makita has hit the mark yet again. Strimmers arent designed to trim hedges, as their woody growth is too thick to be cut with plastic blades or nylon cord, and it would be very dangerous. Instead, use a hedge trimmer, or for more precise work, shears, a pruning saw, or pair of secateurs. That said, at 3.9kg its also the heaviest in our test, but the telescopic shaft and adjustable loop handle help to balance this strimmer and make it comfortable to hold and manoeuvre. The aluminium shaft ensures that rust wont be a problem, and for the most part, the plastic used for the casing is very good. The design is ergonomic and the handle felt easy to hold for me. Other cordless systems have more battery-sharing tools available. RRP: 199.99 (including battery and charger). The spare batteries for cordless electric garden strimmers can also be quite expensive. Id have to say, I was surprised by the results its only something you can truly appreciate when testing multiple strimmers against each other: Even after giving your overgrown lawn the good news with the latest Flymo or Bosch lawnmower, theres still going to be those rough and weed-ridden edges to take care of, and if you have a smaller, or average-sized garden, an electric strimmer can be just the thing to sort that out and leave your lawn looking as polished as a bowling green. In fact, I cant think of any other similarly priced product that compares. We like the storage feature under the handle for the included spare plastic blades, which are bright pink and easy to spot if they snap off into the grass. Short 10m black power cable is hard to see in the grass, Stiff to switch between trimming and edging modes, Telescopic shaft, which separates in two for storage, Battery and charger must be bought separately, Battery only compatible with 2 other Gtech tools, Battery compatible with more than 100 other Makita tools, Part of a cordless system, but only 6 other tools available, Battery compatible with only three other tools. However, this is still a good choice for those customers on a tight budget and comes with a free 2-year guarantee. First of all, it is made of metal and not plastic so it is more durable when compared to a lot of other strimmers in the same price range. If you think your needs would be better fulfilled with a petrol, or cordless strimmer please check out our dedicated pages to them. Our site is reader supported so when you click a link to Amazon we may earn an affiliate commission. Before you buy think about the following : Our wildlife editor, Kate Bradbury, has some advice on using a strimmer responsibly. Strimmers are much less efficient at this task than lawn mowers, and its more difficult to get an even cut. Not only does the head rotate into an edger, but it also can be tilted through four preset angles, and I have to say that this feature, when combined with adjusting the length of the aluminum shaft, did come in handy for getting under hedges and in other tricky spots. Im Terry Smith from gardentoolbox.co.uk, a professional landscape designer, hobbyist gardener, and barbecue fanatic with 20 years experience building and restoring. Powered by two 20V lithium-ion batteries, it has a 20-minute run time from a one hour charge, and theres a battery level indicator on the shaft, so you can see how much power you have while youre using the strimmer. To see these and the others we recommend, browse our pick of the best strimmers below. The 33cm cutting width makes this the widest model in the test. Whats more, if you compare it with some of its competitors, it runs fairly quietly. For smaller gardens, the 300W motor should be more than enough, especially when you consider Flymos track record for reliability, however, people looking for something with a bit more grunt should look elsewhere. Tackle long grass and tricky corners with our pick of the very best cordless and corded models. Make no mistake, this product may have a low price but dont think it is a toy. Buy the Vonhaus F-Series Grass Trimmer from Amazon and Vonhaus. The shaft is made of aluminium and this is also a nice feature, as that particular material is well known to be rustproof. It is great for tidying up the edges of your lawn but dont expect it to be a substitute for a lawnmower or more powerful petrol strimmer. The cutting head rotates to convert to an edger, and the wheels provide support and ensure a neat, consistent cut along an edge. Find the perfect plant to brighten partial or fully shaded garden areas, for colour and interest across the seasons. I did find that the secondary handle felt too high up for my liking when I tried to manoeuvre it around but it is so light that it wont cause you too many problems. I bought and tested the new Flymo Contour to see how it stacks up against the other electric strimmers available in the UK. RRP: 129.99 (including battery and charger). Heres a look at that its twin feed: My Bosch Electric Grass Trimmer ART 30 the line spool is reasonably easy to sort out when its jammed.