In an earlier contribution to this discussion,
Rob wrote:

Is there a substantial difference between Aldi/Lidl hedge trimmers and
those made by Bosch and, next up in price-quality I suppose, Viking/
Stihl ?

I have had a Lidl for three years and each year end up doing the job
with hand shears.
It seems powerful enough, the blades are self-sharpening(?), it is not
too heavy but
it just seems to push the leaves and twigs away instead of cutting
them.

Before I invest in a better one I would like to know that it really is
better at cutting.
(I am less concerned about other qualities, like long-lasting.)

Advice please !
Rob


You gets what you pays for!

I've had a Bosch trimmer for a number of years, and that is quiet and cuts
fine without any fuss. Prior to that I had a B&D machine - which cut ok
until the sliding bits in its gearbox broke up and became deranged - but it
was always pretty noisy, even when new.
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Cheers,
Roger
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