Outdoor Power Equipment — Premium (2026)

Pros

• Tool-free SDS system for fast chain tensioning and maintenance
• Compact 3kg weight makes it easy to control one-handed for pruning
• Part of the Bosch 18V Power for ALL system, so the battery works across other Bosch tools

Cons

• 200mm bar is only suitable for smaller branches, not felling trees

Pros

• Five attachments from one 52cc engine cuts down on tool clutter
• Extension shaft adds reach for hedges and high branches
• 3-year Hyundai warranty across the whole multi-tool

Cons

• Swapping attachments takes longer than using dedicated tools

Pros

• Anti-vibration bike-style handles improve comfort on long sessions
• Ships with both a nylon cutting head and metal blades
• High-torque 2-stroke engine copes with dense growth

Cons

• Heavier than lighter electric strimmers at this cutting width

Pros

• 2200W motor chews through branches up to 40mm
• Trusted Bosch build quality for regular garden waste days
• Compact footprint compared with drum-cutter shredders

Cons

• Can jam on very fibrous or wet material without careful feeding

Pros

• 7-ton force splits seasoned hardwood logs with ease
• DuoCut blade splits from both ends to speed up processing
• Pre-filled with hydraulic oil and ready to use out of the box

Cons

• 65kg unit needs two people to move safely

Pros

• 9-second cycle time is among the fastest for a domestic splitter
• Well suited to soft and green wood as well as seasoned logs
• T-stand keeps the working height comfortable

Cons

• 5-ton force is lighter duty than the brand’s 7-ton models

Pros

• 2300W motor drives 7 tonnes of splitting force
• Steel safety cage and two-hand operation for safer use
• Powder-coated steel frame built for repeated seasonal use

Cons

• Horizontal design takes up more floor space than vertical splitters

Pros

• Metal blade option tackles brambles and heavy undergrowth that line trimmers can’t
• 36V (2x 18V) power gives petrol-like cutting force without the fuel
• Over 3,000 customer ratings back up its performance

Cons

• Sold as body only — batteries and charger cost extra

Pros

• Wider 30cm working width covers ground faster than smaller 18V tillers
• Height-adjustable transport wheels make moving it around easier
• Over 2,000 customer ratings support long-term reliability

Cons

• Sold as body only — batteries and charger cost extra

Pros

• Pre-filled with hydraulic oil and ready to use out of the box
• 2200W motor gives 5 tons of splitting force with under 9-second cycle time
• Two-hand safety operation and UKCA/CE compliant build

Cons

• 300mm log length limit suits smaller wood burners rather than large stoves

Pros

• Runs on the same Ryobi ONE+ 18V battery as dozens of other garden and DIY tools
• Compact size makes it easy to work between rows and raised beds
• Adjustable tines suit different soil depths

Cons

• Premium price for a body-only tool — battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• Brushless motor and twin 18V LXT batteries give petrol-like cutting power
• 35cm bar copes with felling and larger logs, not just pruning
• One of the highest-rated cordless chainsaws on Amazon UK

Cons

• Sold as body only — two 18V batteries and a charger cost extra

Pros

• Brushless motor gives efficient, low-maintenance cutting power
• Auto-oiler and kickback protection built in for safer everyday use
• Compact 3.5kg weight is easy to control one-handed

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately from the 40V range

Pros

• 2000W motor delivers 5 tons of splitting force
• Wheeled base makes it easier to move around the garden or workshop
• Safety shut-off and cage guard for safer one-person operation

Cons

• Fewer reviews so far than the more established Forest Master splitters

Pros

• Cordless freedom for garden waste sessions away from a power socket
• 3 reversible steel blades reduce jamming and extend blade life
• Large 55L collection sack cuts down on emptying trips

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately from the 36V PXC range

Pros

• Brushless motor gives efficient, low-maintenance cutting power
• 30cm bar copes with pruning and medium branch work
• Runs on the huge Ryobi ONE+ 18V battery system shared with other tools

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• 62cc 2-stroke engine and 20-inch bar handle felling and firewood processing
• No battery or mains cable to limit reach around the garden or woodland
• 3-year Hyundai warranty with UK parts and service backup

Cons

• Petrol engine needs fuel mixing and more upkeep than electric options

Pros

• 3000W motor with reversible hardened steel blades cuts down on jamming
• Quieter running than typical impact shredders, suiting closer neighbours
• Large 55-litre collection capacity reduces emptying trips

Cons

• Premium price compared with smaller domestic shredders

Pros

• 7-ton force splits seasoned hardwood logs up to 450mm long
• DuoCut blade design speeds up processing of larger logs
• Pre-filled with hydraulic oil and includes a stand, ready to use out of the box

Cons

• Heavy unit best moved and operated with two people

Pros

• Powerful 150cc 4-stroke petrol engine tackles hard, compacted ground
• Wide 560mm tilling width and 260mm depth cover large plots and allotments quickly
• 3-year Hyundai warranty with UK parts and service backup

Cons

• At 29.5kg it is heavy to manoeuvre and transport compared with electric tillers

Pros

• 6-tonne hydraulic force handles seasoned logs with minimal effort
• Two-handed safety control system with guard reduces risk of injury
• 2-year Handy guarantee from a long-established UK garden equipment brand

Cons

• Mains-powered 2200W motor needs a nearby power socket or extension lead

Pros

• Auto-Tension system keeps the chain correctly tensioned without tools
• Compatible with the wider Worx Power Share 20V battery range
• Compact 10in bar suits pruning and smaller branch work

Cons

• Sold as a bare tool, so a compatible 20V battery and charger must be bought separately

Pros

• 7-tonne hydraulic force splits logs up to 55cm long and 30cm diameter
• Vertical loading design reduces bending and manual handling of heavy logs
• 2-year Handy guarantee from a long-established UK garden equipment brand

Cons

• Larger footprint and higher price than smaller horizontal splitters

Pros

• Compact 800W motor suits smaller beds, borders and raised planters
• Lighter and easier to manoeuvre than larger petrol tillers
• 2-year Handy guarantee from a long-established UK garden equipment brand

Cons

• 30cm tilling width means more passes are needed on larger plots

Pros

• 10-ton hydraulic ram splits large, tough logs without a petrol or electric motor
• Hand-operated design means no fuel, cables or servicing to worry about
• Well-known Charles Bentley outdoor brand with UK stock support

Cons

• Manual pumping action is slower and more effort than powered splitters

Pros

• Quiet-running design is more neighbour-friendly than typical garden shredders
• Large 60L collection box means fewer stops to empty debris
• Safety plunger keeps hands well clear of the cutting blades

Cons

• Bulkier and heavier than smaller hobby shredders, needs storage space