Best heavy-duty strimmer in the UK | Comparison & Reviews

What is the best heavy-duty strimmer? Grass strimmers have different engine capacities, handle styles, and shaft lengths. Also, these tools differ by their application, with some models being designed for grass cutting and others being more suitable for cutting thick brushes.

We recommend that you choose a tool with an adjustable telescopic shaft and a pivoting head for both horizontal and vertical cutting. Also, consider the cutting width of the tool. Strimmers with a large cutting width can chop down more grass in one sweep but are not the best option for delicate work.

How Heavy-Duty Strimmers Differ

Strimmers are available in three main types: petrol, corded electric, and battery-powered. Much depends on the size of your lawn, but if you are looking for the most heavy-duty strimmer, the petrol-powered one is the best option.

• Petrol strimmers are ideal for large lawns but are much bulkier, heavier, and noisier than other types. Normally equipped with two-stroke engines, ranging from 26cc to 56cc, they are very powerful. Models that come with a cutting attachment are able to cut through bushes and shrubs.

This type of strimmer is also more portable and there is no need for connecting wires. Petrol strimmers made in a backpack style are even more comfortable to operate. The downside is that they require frequent refueling and are more costly to maintain.

Best Heavy-Duty Strimmers Compared

Our top picks are the Hyundai 5-in-1 Petrol Garden Multi-Tool and Einhell 3436500.

Einhell is a leading German producer of power tools and equipment for the house and garden, while Hyundai is a South Korean automotive manufacturer known for its reliable and efficient engines.

While both models are petrol-powered machines, they are equipped with different types of motors. The Hyundai strimmer features a 52cc 2-stroke EURO 5 petrol engine, whereas the Einhell model uses the 31cc 4-stroke engine.

2-stoke and 4-stroke engines

The difference is that 2-stroke engines go through two stages to complete a power stroke, while 4-strokes engines need four stages for that.

• Four-stroke engines consume less fuel, produce less vibration, and are more environmentally friendly.
• The two-stroke engine of the Hyundai 5-in-1 Petrol Strimmer has a considerable power boost, creates less friction on parts, and is better at operating at extreme temperatures.

Versatility

Another significant difference is the level of versatility. The Einhell strimmer can be used to both cut brushes and trim grass, whereas the Hyundai model is a multi-use 5-in-1 tool, which includes a grass trimmer, a hedge trimmer, a brush cutter, a pole chainsaw, an 800mm extension shaft, and a pole hedge trimmer.

The  Einhell strimmer features a 0.7-litre tank capacity, a 48cm cutting width of a twin thread, an adjustable handle, and a blade rotation speed of up to 7,000 RPM. The Hyundai model offers a 425mm-long blade, 6900 RPMs of max cutting speed, and 1.2 litres of fuel capacity.

The Hyundai strimmer comes with a 2-string nylon cutting head and a 3-tooth metal blade, while the chainsaw has an automatic chain lubrication feature. The quick-release extension shaft provides 80 cm of reach.

Electric strimmers are more affordable and are suited for medium-sized or small gardens.

• Corded electric trimmers have the advantage of being the most affordable, eco-friendly, and low-maintenance option. Perfect for medium-sized or small gardens, these machines need to be connected to a power outlet and often require an extension cord.

In addition to inconvenience, using a corded strimmer means that you run the safety risk of accidentally cutting through the cord, which poses safety hazards. On the other hand, this allows you to use your strimmer for prolonged periods of time, without having to refuel the tank or recharge the battery.

• Cordless electric strimmers use a Li-Ion battery to power the motor. This type of strimmer combines the portability of petrol-powered machines and the cost-efficiency of corded electric ones. That said, battery-powered trimmers are much less powerful and have a limited runtime of about 20 minutes.

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