Cordless hedge trimmer
- Long blade
- No cord to deal with
- Lightweight
- Quiet
- Less powerful than corded trimmers
- No lock-on/lock-off switch
- Some users report short battery life
According to reviewers, the Black & Decker NHT518 is the best battery-powered model. Although a few owners are dissatisfied with the battery life, which seems to diminish over time, David Beaulieu, About.com's guide to landscaping, didn't experience this problem over a three-week period. Most owners are pleased with this cordless hedge trimmer's power and say it's easy to use. If you want unlimited runtime, the corded Black & Decker HH2455 (*Est. $70) weighs about the same and also has a two-year warranty.
About.com reviews the Black & Decker NHT518 without a direct comparison to other models. The best source of owner reviews is at Amazon.com. We found a smaller number of owner-written reviews at Lowes.com. GaltTech.com and Bestcovery.com include this Black & Decker in their recommendations, based on online reviews.
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Our Sources
1. About.com
David Beaulieu, About.com's guide to landscaping, lists the pros and cons of cordless hedge trimmers, compares them with gas and corded electric models, and then reviews the Black & Decker NHT518. Based on his use of this hedge trimmer in his own yard, he declares himself "sufficiently satisfied to recommend this product" and gives it a 5-star rating. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Black & Decker 22" Cordless Hedge Trimmers (NHT518), David Beaulieu
2. Amazon.com
At Amazon.com, the Black and Decker NHT518 receives an average rating of 4.3 stars out of 5 from close to 115 owners. Some users complain that the battery's ability to hold a charge diminishes over time, but many praise this Black & Decker's light weight, power and performance.
Review: Black & Decker NHT518/NHT518L 18-Volt Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer, Contributors to Amazon.com
3. Lowes.com
The Black & Decker NHT518 has accumulated about 25 owner-written reviews at Lowes.com. It receives an average rating of 4 stars out of 5. Reviewers say it's lightweight, comfortable to use and can cut 3/4-inch-diameter branches. A few complain about the battery's runtime, which some say is only 15 minutes.
Review: Black & Decker 18-Volt Cordless Hedge Trimmer, Contributors to Lowes.com
4. GaltTech.com
After assessing online reviews, GaltTech.com editors recommend several electric hedge trimmer models. The Black & Decker NHT518 is picked as the best choice for a cordless model. It's not clear how recently this information was compiled.
Review: Hedge Trimmer Reviews and Buying Guide, Editors of GaltTech.com
5. Bestcovery.com
Bestcovery.com recommends products after conducting research of online reviews. The Black & Decker NHT518 is the third-place finisher overall and the top-rated cordless model. Reviews say it's "easy to handle and allows you to get more precision when trimming bushes or hedges or creating intricate designs."
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