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1. ConsumerReports.org
May 2008
Hedge Trimmers
by Editors of ConsumerReports.org
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment ConsumerReports.org compares a number of gas and electric hedge trimmers, rating each on power, safety, ease of use and more. Although the report has a fairly recent date, be advised that the tests were actually conducted back in 2006. Based on summary ratings, the hedge trimmers are also ranked within each type.
2. PopularMechanics.com
Aug. 2004
Hedge Hoggers
by Joe Provey
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

In this older review, Popular Mechanics tests four electric hedge trimmers plus one cordless and one gas hedge trimmer, focusing on cutting power and quality, along with safety features and ergonomics. The… Little Wonder 1920 electric hedge trimmer is the top choice, powerful enough to handle half-inch branches with ease. As a budget choice, editors prefer the Craftsman 79975 (now the Craftsman 79957). The gas-powered Echo HC1500 (now the HC-150 or HC-151) hedge trimmer has lots of power, but the review notes that, like most gas hedge trimmers, it produces more noise and vibration than electric models.

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3. USA Today Magazine
May 2005
Spring Yard Work: Bring It On
by Editors of USA Today magazine
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

This review covers the 18-volt Black & Decker Rechargeable Lawn Care Center, which includes the 22-inch NHT518 hedge trimmer as well as a 12-inch string trimmer and a hard surface sweeper. Recommending the… set for areas up to half an acre, the review praises the charging system, which recharges the NiCad batteries in about three hours without a memory effect (so they charge fully each time). No other hedge trimmers are rated.

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4. Amazon.com
As of July 2009
Hedge Trimmers
by Contributors to Amazon.com
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

At Amazon.com, Black & Decker's Hedge Hog HH2450 gets nearly perfect reviews from more than 70 users. Even though it lacks a lock-on button, the 18-volt Black & Decker NHT518 cordless hedge trimmer gets a… high average rating from more than 100 owners, as does the CCC3000 Cordless Lawn Care Center, which includes this trimmer. The Black & Decker NPT318 Cordless Electric Pole Hedge Trimmer has more than 80 reviews and an average rating of 4.1 stars out of five.

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5. About.com
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Black & Decker 16" Hedge Trimmers TR1600
by David Beaulieu
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

About.com landscaping guide David Beaulieu reviews Black & Decker's TR1600 (now the TR016) electric hedge trimmer, discussing the pros and cons of electric, gas and cordless hedge trimmers. In this… generally favorable review, he notes that Black & Decker electric hedge trimmers come with a cord-retainer system, which keeps the extension cord from disconnecting during use. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

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6. About.com
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Black & Decker 22" Cordless Hedge Trimmers (NHT518)
by David Beaulieu
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

About.com's David Beaulieu lists pros and cons of cordless hedge trimmers, compares them with gas and corded electric models, 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." The NHT518 earns a five-star rating from Beaulieu, compared with the four stars he gives the corded electric Black & Decker TR1600 hedge trimmer. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

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7. ConsumerGuide.com
As of July 2009
Hedge Trimmers Reviews and Prices
by Editors of ConsumerGuide.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Consumer Guide's reviews have improved over the last several years. Hedge trimmers get professional-sounding writeups and ratings here, and the reviews appear to be written by people who have used the equipment. Of the 16 hedge trimmers covered, five earn Best Buy designations. Most reviews date back to 2006 or 2007.
8. Sears.com
As of July 2009
Hedge Trimmers
by Contributors to Sears.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

The Sears website provides owners' comments as well as ratings, and because it's the only store that sells Craftsman tools, it's the best place to find owner opinions on Sears' house brand. Craftsman… electric hedge trimmer models 79442 and 79957 both receive excellent feedback from users. The only gas model that has received a significant number of customer ratings is the Craftsman 358795790, which earns a middling average score from about a dozen homeowners.

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9. GardenWeb.com
As of July 2008
Tool Shed Forum -- Hedge Trimmers
by Contributors to GardenWeb.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment This forum for gardeners has accumulated quite a few discussions of hedge trimmers, including recommendations of specific models. One thread recommends the Little Wonder electric hedge trimmers for women, because competing models from Stihl, Echo and Tanaka gas hedge trimmers are quite a bit heavier. You can search the Tool Shed forum for additional discussions and reviews of hedge trimmers.
10. HomeDepot.com
As of July 2009
Hedge Trimmers
by Contributors to HomeDepot.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment HomeDepot.com publishes user reviews of tools sold by the retailer, summarizing the average ratings right on the product details pages. However, many trimmer models have received no ratings or reviews, and none has more than 10. The Black & Decker HH2450 hedge trimmer gets some user feedback. The Echo HC-150 gas hedge trimmer has just nine reviews, but it earns 4.9 stars out of a possible five.
11. Lowes.com
As of July 2009
Hedge Trimmers
by Contributors to Lowes.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Like Home Depot, Lowe's also publishes feedback from users. No gas trimmers are shown on the website, however. The only hedge trimmer that receives enough customer reviews to be meaningful is the cordless Black & Decker NHT518; it has almost 30 reviews and an average rating of 4.2 stars out of five.
12. Yard and Garden
April/May 2008
Product Showcase: Hedge Trimmers
by Editors of Yard and Garden
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment This article offers brief descriptions of seven gas hedge trimmers from Tanaka, Husqvarna, Little Wonder, Echo, Efco, Stihl and Redmax, plus the manual Corona Clipper Forged Hedge Shear. No ratings or rankings are included.
13. LawnSite.com
As of July 2009
Forum: Lawn & Landscape Maintenance: Mowing, Shrubs, Mulching, etc.
by Contributors to Lawnsite.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment This site is primarily aimed at professional landscapers. Several discussion threads provide useful advice about different types of hedge trimmers from people who use them frequently. One thread is a discussion of the Echo HC-150.
14. Landscape Management
April 23, 2004
Tools of the Trade: Extend Yourself
by Editors of Landscape Management
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment This brief review notes that Stihl HL 100 extended-length gas hedge trimmers are powered by an emissions-compliant engine, the Stihl 4-MIX. Unfortunately no testing is documented, so we can't rank this review higher.

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