9 best electric trimmers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

At one time, gasoline trimmers became insanely popular. Ordinary braids are instantly a thing of the past. But it must be admitted that such devices have a number of disadvantages. In particular, they require gasoline nearby, and they are also very noisy. This is why now many people are switching to using electric trimmers, which began to appear on store shelves relatively recently. Let's find out which models are worth buying.

9 best electric trimmers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best electric trimmers with a powerful motor	1	Daewoo Power Products DABC 1700E	RUB 7,990
	2	Huter GET-1700B	RUB 4 798
	3	Denzel TE-1400 (96612)	RUB 4 805
	4	Hyundai GC 1400	RUB 5 800
The best electric trimmers in terms of price-performance ratio	1	Oleo-Mac TR 111 E	RUB 10,867
	2	BOSCH AFS 23-37	RUB 6,017
	3	Makita UR3502	RUB 6,730
	4	Denzel TE-1200 (96611)	RUB 4,733
	5	Greenworks 21277 230V 30cm Deluxe	RUB 2,290

The best electric trimmers with a powerful motor

Daewoo Power Products DABC 1700E

Rating: 5.0

Our rating opens the creation of a fairly well-known Korean company. Some buyers are scared off by the price of this device. Indeed, for 8 thousand rubles you can often buy two electric braids from a less famous manufacturer. But at all sorts of sales, this power tool is sold for more sane money. And the characteristics of the trimmer are good news, they definitely justify the cost of this model.

The main feature of this electric scythe is a smooth start. This not only makes work more comfortable, but also increases the service life. The belt drive should also be noted.

Some of these devices are capable of boasting an adjustable barbell. However, here the creators chose a different path, increasing the reliability of this structural element. However, the height adjustment has not gone anywhere. As for the handle, it is T-shaped. It was noticed that this is the most convenient form. The electric motor used here is capable of boasting a power of 1.65 kW. This is enough for the line to easily cut grass of any thickness. By the way, if it requires it, it can be replaced with a knife. The maximum electric trimmer is capable of providing a 42 cm mowing width.

The main difference between this trimmer and a lawn mower is the absence of wheels. This means that the Daewoo DABC 1700E must be suspended. It turns out that the manufacturer had to try to reduce the weight of the device. And he succeeded. To be as precise as possible, the weight of the structure was 5.8 kg. And there is no need to add anything to this, because the tool does not require fuel!

If you read the reviews on the DABC 1700E, you get the impression that this is the perfect product. However, even the happiest customers point out a few shortcomings. First, the product received a tight trigger. So much so that some users shake it with two fingers. Secondly, someone complains about increased vibration. However, this may be due to incorrect installation of the cutting accessory. If the line is changed to a knife, then it is imperative to get into the grooves of the flange, in this case, it is unlikely that something will cause any serious vibration.

Most of all, buyers are pleased with the enormous power of this power tool. It is due to her that the electric scythe cuts everything. It should be noted that the manufacturer's warranty increased to three years. However, no one really complains about any breakdowns. Therefore, the device also turned out to be durable.

It remains to tell about the complete set of the electric trimmer. Together with it, the buyer will get a shoulder strap, a spool of fishing line, several keys, a three-blade knife and an instruction manual.

Advantages

• Very high power;
• Quite good equipment;
• You can use a fishing line or knife;
• The handle height can be adjusted;
• Even bushes and branches can be cut;
• Long service life;
• Smooth engine start.

disadvantages

• High price;
• Short wire for socket;
• Not a very reliable grip.

Huter GET-1700B

Rating: 4.9

Another portable electric trimmer. This model differs from other representatives of our rating in its colors. Almost all structural elements are painted black. Some will not like it, others will be delighted with it. As for the cost, usually the Huter GET-1700B is sold for 5 thousand rubles. And this is the case when the electric scythe fully justifies its price tag.

It feels like the most money is invested in the engine used here. Its power has been increased to 1.7 kW. As with most other electric trimmers, the motor mounts to the top of the tool. This makes the device somewhat easier to use, especially when paired with a shoulder strap. This motor provides rotation of the knife at a speed of up to 8000 rpm, which is enough for the absolute majority of buyers. If you need to mow young grass, then the knife can be changed to fishing line. The kit includes a matching coil.

The manufacturer of this electric braid has tried to reduce the weight of his creation. That is why he refused to install the battery. He also saved on the wire, which turned out to be too short. However, almost all owners of such power tools have an extension cord at their disposal, which saves the situation.

This model has a T-handle. Many people call it cycling. The work is quite comfortable, even if it is very long. I am glad that the handle height can be adjusted. But the barbell raises some questions. If in the electric trimmer that opened our rating it is capable of folding, then nothing of the kind is observed here. This means that transporting the device is not as easy as we would like it to be. However, for someone it is much more important that the barbell is practically indestructible. It is difficult to damage it even if you want to do it on purpose.

Perhaps the Huter GET-1700B is a worthy purchase option. I am glad that the manufacturer of this power tool has also implemented a soft start of the engine. Therefore, the trimmer will not frighten even an elderly person.

Advantages

• The set includes a 2mm fishing line;
• Very high power;
• Weight cannot be called prohibitive;
• Handle height – adjustable;
• Implemented smooth engine start;
• The device turned out to be very reliable;
• Affordable price tag.

disadvantages

• Not very long wire;
• The design is not foldable;
• Weak contact group.

Denzel TE-1400 (96612)

Rating: 4.8

This electric trimmer is mostly yellow. However, there are also black blotches – at least the grips of the handle and the protective casing are painted in this color. As for the cost, it is average. Most often, Russian sellers ask for a Denzel TE-1400 a little less than six thousand rubles. By the way, the “six” is also found in the characteristics: this is how many kilograms this device weighs.

Like many electric trimmers, the Denzel TE-1400 does not include a battery. This means you have to use a network cable. It traditionally has a relatively short length, in connection with which you will have to get an extension cord.

This tool has a familiar design. The straight bar here is complemented by a T-shaped (bicycle) handle. It's nice that the handle is not only adjustable in height, but also folds. Also pleased with the equipment. In the box with the power tool, you will also find a shoulder strap, without which any long-term work is impossible, and a knife needed to remove bushes and twigs, and some supply of fishing line.

The motor is located at the top of the device, which makes the tool very comfortable to use. The motor power is 1400 W. Not a record, but this is enough for the rotation of the knife to reach a speed of 7500 rpm.

In a word, this tool turned out to be durable and convenient, and even not very expensive. Well, what disadvantages does it have? Of course, it could not do without them. Firstly, this electric scythe seems too noisy to some, although it is still far from gasoline analogues. Secondly, the device would not interfere with a variator, which lowers the speed. Thirdly, some people found the trigger too tight. And the manufacturer could also achieve less vibration.

Advantages

• Not very high cost;
• Good equipment;
• Extremely high power;
• Convenient foldable handle;
• Durable construction.

disadvantages

• There is an increased vibration of the handle;
• Not very long wire;
• Not very large cutting width;
• Long continuous work is almost impossible;
• A very tight trigger.

Hyundai GC 1400

Rating: 4.7

As you know, the name Hyundai has several South Korean companies, which used to be one whole. One of them is engaged in the production of electrical goods for cars and various tools, including those working with the same electricity. Most often, the products they create are painted in a dark green color, close to blue. The electric trimmer Hyundai GC 1400 has the same color. However, there was practically nothing to paint here. The design was simplified as much as possible, and therefore only the motor housing and the protective casing stand out against the background of the boom. Well and the handle, at the end of which there are rubber grips, one of which has a red trigger.

This model provides mowing widths up to 42 cm. There is no grass catcher here, as well as wheels – with them the product would be called a lawn mower. The motor at the device is located at the top of the boom. If it were down, it is unlikely that the operator could actively move the trimmer. The motor power is 1400 W. This is an excellent result, providing the rotation of the rig at speeds up to 7500 rpm. And this is when using a knife! If you change it to a line, then the speed will grow even more.

Unlike many competitors, the Hyundai GC 1400 boasts a collapsible boom. As for the handle, it is T-shaped. It seems that absolutely all manufacturers of electric trimmers have switched to the bicycle type of handle, considering it the most convenient. I am glad that the handle height can be adjusted. In the reviews, it is often mentioned that even a fairly tall person can work as a tool.

The body and deck are plastic here. The abandonment of metal came about for the sake of weight loss. However, the competitors discussed above also have many plastic structural elements. The absence of a battery here should also be noted. Therefore, owners of an electric scythe will need an extension cord. In some cases, even a generator.

This trimmer is not cheap. In Russian stores they ask for 7 thousand rubles for it. However, sales allow you to make a slightly better purchase. For that kind of money, you expect to get a very rich package. However, you will find the standard filling of the box: it contains the braid itself, a fishing line with a two-millimeter diameter, a knife and a shoulder strap.

Unfortunately, we still do not recommend this electric trimmer for purchase. The thing is, something went wrong while creating the tool. If you read the reviews, you can find descriptions of all sorts of problems. One person had a motor burned out after two years of use. Others report increased vibration caused by the collapsible boom design. In the third, after some time, the plastic on the shield broke. Nevertheless, it should be noted that Hyundai GC 1400 shows itself much better than its Chinese counterparts, which did not deserve a place in our rating

Advantages

• Weight does not exceed 5.2 kg;
• Not the poorest grade;
• Very powerful engine;
• Adjustable handle height;
• Decent mowing width;
• Materials that are pleasant to the touch.

disadvantages

• The price tag will not suit everyone;
• The collapsible bar resulted in increased vibration;
• Strong heating after 10 minutes of operation;
• It may fail after one and a half to two years of work.

The best electric trimmers in terms of price-performance ratio

Oleo-Mac TR 111 E

Rating: 4.9

Usually, electric braids are sold for 5-7 thousand rubles. Many manufacturers have the impression that people will not buy a more expensive product of this type, preferring more sophisticated units (for example, lawn mowers). However, some companies still dare to create electric trimmers such as the Oleo-Mac TR 111 E. If you want to buy it, you will have to spend 12 thousand rubles.

The engine is hidden here under a plastic housing, painted in orange. It's at the top of the barbell. The motor size may seem oversized. However, this only happens when viewing photos. If you go to the store, you might be surprised at how compact this tool is. And easy too! The weight of the device does not exceed 4.5 kg, none of the previous models reviewed could boast of such a parameter. At the same time, there are some components that are not in other electric braids. In particular, the anti-vibration system should be noted. The light weight and absence of vibration allowed the manufacturer to limit themselves to a relatively compact D-shaped handle. The height is adjustable, so absolutely any operator can use the device.

Unlike the trimmers discussed above, this model has a curved bar. At its end there is a large protection that prevents foliage and pieces of branches from flying into the operator's face. By the way, the mowing width here is about 36 cm. Not a record, but this parameter should not be called extremely small either.

The engine located here has a power of 1100 watts. Again, this setting is not ideal. But even it is quite enough for untwisting a two-millimeter line to a very high speed. Well, the knife is simply not included. But on the other hand, a shoulder strap will be found in the box, which makes the work more comfortable.

Despite the presence of an anti-vibration system, the braid still shakes. However, some buyers have figured out how to deal with this vibration. But it is almost impossible to fight the winding of long fibrous grass. The operator has to regularly remove the interference, otherwise the speed starts to drop, and this leads to overheating of the engine. At least somehow to avoid such a problem helps to reduce the width of mowing – in this case, the grass is normally thrown to the side, without having time to wind.

Advantages

• No overheating when reducing the cutting width;
• Decent power
• Very light weight;
• Anti-vibration system built in;
• The handle is height adjustable;
• Long service life of the motor.

disadvantages

• The vibration is still felt;
• Difficult to mow dense weeds;
• Plastic parts are quite fragile;
• Very high cost.

BOSCH AFS 23-37

Rating: 4.8

As you know, the German company BOSCH tries to paint the body of any of its power tools in a dark green color. The trimmer AFS 23-37 has the same color. Despite the rather high cost, reaching 7 thousand rubles, this electric scythe received a very weak motor. With a power of 950 W, it is difficult to expect that the device will successfully deal with branches, so the purchase of this model is recommended if you intend to care exclusively for the lawn.

The product is capable of providing a mowing strip with a width of up to 37 cm. During operation, the motor starts rotating the rig at a speed of 6000 rpm. By the way, it may not necessarily be a fishing line, the trimmer will cope with the spinning of the knife. But in this case the cutting width will be reduced to 23 cm. This is typical for all such tools. The knife can be found in the toolbox. There is also a shoulder strap and a very thick line.

As expected, the engine is located at the upper end of the boom. She, by the way, is collapsible. This is good, because easy transportation of the tool somewhere in the trunk of a car will not hurt anyone. And it is bad at the same time, since such a design always leads to an increase in vibration. However, buyers do not complain about it. It is possible that the Germans managed to suppress it in some way. They also provide a two-year warranty. Not bad, few competitors can boast of this.

The deck and body here are made of plastic, in this regard, BOSCH AFS 23-37 does not differ from other electric trimmers with a similar price tag. The handle here is D-shaped. As expected, it is height adjustable. The weight of the entire structure does not exceed 5.3 kg. This ease was achieved mainly due to the rejection of the battery. Do you want to use such an electric scythe? Stock up on an extension cord.

Finally, we note that the buyer of BOSCH AFS 23-37 may require additional line stock. As mentioned above, the kit includes a snap with a 3.5 mm diameter. This is too much for cutting thin grass. The trouble is that this device only supports branded fishing line, which is sold for a very tangible amount of money.

Advantages

• Durable construction
• Even very thick grass is shoulder trimmer;
• The handle height is easily adjustable;
• Not very big vibrations;
• The tool turned out to be very light;
• Plastic, pleasant to the touch.

disadvantages

• Expensive fishing line;
• The engine could be more powerful.

Makita UR3502

Rating: 4.7

Another representative of our rating, sold for 8 thousand rubles. It includes a 1000 W electric motor. No battery is provided, power is strictly from the outlet. The cable is very short, only 0.3 m. But we have already mentioned more than once that the owner of any electric trimmer will definitely need an extension cord.

This model is one of those equipped with a D-shaped handle. And it’s too small that someone will find it uncomfortable. The handle height is adjustable, there are no complaints in this regard. The plastic and deck here are made of plastic, this is also typical for most of the electric scoops existing now.

The weight of the device is 4.9 kg. This makes it one of the lightest in our selection. Its motor is capable of spinning the line up to 6500 rpm. When using it, the mowing width can reach 35 cm. Not a record, but the work on the site will not take too long. By the way, there is no knife in the kit. This is strange, because this is not a budget instrument. However, buyers are reporting a recent update to this model. The box now contains both a line spool and a knife. And the shoulder strap, of course.

Usually Makita products have no problems in terms of structural reliability. However, this model almost closes our review for a reason. Judging by the reviews, it serves one and a half to two years. Someone after such a period breaks down the gearbox. Other people fail with a mount whose screws are made of soft metal. Still others have a broken multiplier. However, someone Makita UR3502 regularly serves for a much longer period!

Advantages

• Good motor brake;
• Copes well even with weeds;
• The height of the handle can be changed;
• Not very heavy;
• The vibrations are not large;
• Not the tightest trigger.

disadvantages

• It is better not to take tall people;
• Older versions did not come with a knife;
• The fastening screws were made of too soft metal;
• After a year or a half, it may fail.

Denzel TE-1200 (96611)

Rating: 4.6

One of the most affordable trimmers in our ranking. For it in Russian stores they ask no more than 5 thousand rubles. And if usually cheap electric braids have a bicycle handle, then here it has a D-shape. Someone will find it more convenient, while other people will not be delighted with it. The height of the handle can be adjusted, which will definitely appeal to absolutely all buyers.

Despite the minimum weight, not exceeding 4.7 kg, the device received a very powerful engine. It seems that no one will say that 1200 W is not enough. This power is enough to rotate the rig at speeds up to 7000 rpm. If you choose it correctly, then you can cut off not only grass, but also bushes with small branches. In the kit, by the way, there is a pretty good knife. The fishing line has not been forgotten either, its diameter is 2 mm. There is also a shoulder strap, but too short. If you are a tall person, you will either have to choose a different model or use an electric trimmer without a belt.

The mowing strip of Denzel TE-1200 is approximately 38 cm.If you switch from line to knife, then the parameter is predictably reduced to 25 cm.

Unfortunately, the device has several disadvantages. First, the collapsible boom design caused increased vibration. Because of this, it is not recommended to work with this tool for more than two to three hours. Secondly, the product has a short wire. But this is the tradition of all electric trimmers. Thirdly, this model has a frankly poor protective casing. Due to its small size, it almost does not save from pieces of flying grass. Therefore, you cannot work without glasses.

Advantages

• Low cost;
• Powerful engine;
• Height-adjustable handle;
• Decent mowing width;
• Relatively light weight.

disadvantages

• Too small protective casing;
• Very high vibration;
• Short shoulder strap.

Greenworks 21277 230V 30cm Deluxe

Rating: 4.5

Want to spend a tiny fraction of your paycheck on an electric trimmer? In this case, you can consider the option of purchasing Greenworks 21277. Usually, they ask for 3 thousand rubles for this tool. Of course, such a cheap device could not do without serious drawbacks. Is it possible to put up with them? Let's find out.

First of all, the mowing width strains. In this case, it does not exceed 30 cm. This means that the device is designed for lawn care in a relatively small area. This tool is definitely not for housing companies, whose workers are required to mow huge amounts of grass every day.

Another drawback is the modest motor. It is located at the bottom of the boom, which allowed the manufacturer to eliminate unnecessary wires. But this greatly complicates the waving of the device! However, the engine power of only 500 W is even more confusing! With this parameter, you can forget about cutting off bushes and branches. Moreover, thick grass can also cause problems. This once again makes it clear that Greenworks 21277 is intended for lawn care in the garden, nothing more.

The rest of the design does not cause serious complaints. A weak motor will even delight someone, because it affected the weight – 3.2 kg seem to be an insignificant parameter, almost all competitors considered in this collection are much heavier. There is also some interest in the support rollers and the swivel head. The operation of the device is provided by the socket, not the battery, which is not at all surprising.

It remains to add that the product has received a folding handle design. Its height is adjustable without any problems, which is good news.

Perhaps this is a great option for its value. If you are going to mow the lawn near your country house, then you are unlikely to need a more expensive model.

Advantages

• Very low cost;
• Minimum weight;
• Swivel head and support rollers are available.

disadvantages

• Designed for line use only;
• Minimum cutting width;
• Lower engine location;
• Low motor power;
• There are tangible vibrations;
• The device cannot be called particularly durable.

Conclusion

The trimmers considered in our rating will certainly delight the buyer. Firstly, all the models we mentioned are very popular, they can be easily found in specialized stores that sell household appliances. Secondly, they perfectly cope with their main task, briskly mowing the grass. Thirdly, they work quietly enough, the people around you will definitely not complain of a headache. In short, a rather difficult choice awaits you!

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.