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

Rob,

I bought one of the Aldi ones a couple of years ago, and it's done all that
I have asked of it with no problems - but I only have a small leylandi hedge
(kept to 4' high) but as tough as old boots to close-crop on the top of it.

Tanner-'op