Updated 21 Sep 2016
Snapshot: The Echo Electric HC560 is a mains-electric powered hedge trimmer with a with a 500W motor and 56cm blade. But is it a cut above the rest?
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Overall score includes:
We test by cutting horizontally (levelling the top of a hedge) and vertically (trimming the sides of the hedge).
Trimming performance scores are based on how quickly and easily the blade cuts through the hedge and the sharpness of the final cut. Penalties apply for jagged edges and when we notice the trimmer struggling with thicker branches.
Ease of use looks at:
24 Apr 2017, David M.
Product use: 1 month or less
Pros:
Used one on a substantial hedge all day, excellent performance, light, strong, safe, effective.
Cons:
I was working a long way from the power source, so needed to drag around two extension cords.
Recommend it?
Yes, I recommend this product.