5 Best Cordless Garden Multi Tools of 2024

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The Best Cordless Garden Multi Tools

The Best Cordless Garden Multi Tools
  1. Greenworks 40V Cordless 2 in 1 Garden Multi Tool

  2. VonHaus 2 in 1 Chainsaw & Trimmer Garden Multi Tool

  3. BU-KO 52cc Long Reach Petrol Garden Multi Tool

  4. Mitox 28MT-a Select 5-in-1 Petrol Garden Multi Tool

  5. eSkde LPHTCS1 Hedge Trimmer Chainsaw Combi Kit

Cordless Garden Multi Tool Reviews

Editors Choice
  • A good option for smaller projects, can be used as both a saw and hedge trimmer
  • Pruner/chainsaw can be used to cut small/medium branches
  • Excellent battery life offering 45-50 minutes of continuous use
  • Powerful cutting action, suitable for most medium-duty jobs
  • Battery charges quickly in around 2 hours

  • No chainsaw oil included so this will need to be purchased separately
  • Can feel a little heavy and unwieldy

For those who want to steer clear of petrol machines, the Greenworks 40V Cordless Garden Multi Tool offers a viable battery-powered alternative.

When it comes to battery-powered machines, the run time is often disappointing, but the Greenworks Multi Tool actually excels in this area. One charge of the 2.0 Ah battery offers approximately 45 – 50 minutes of continuous cutting time, which realistically equates to several hours of work (considering the tool won’t be on consistently throughout). Both the battery and charger come included.

It’s a 2-in-1 machine, so not as versatile as the Mitox 28MT-a or BU-KO Multi Tool featured on this page, but still has plenty of uses.

There is a hedge trimmer attachment, as well as a pruner/chainsaw, and an overall reach of approximately 2 – 2.4 m so a lot of work can be done without the use of a ladder.

The long 51 cm hedge trimmer attachment is more than powerful enough to tackle any hedges in the garden, as well as help with shaping smaller bushes. Its head can be moved through seven positions to find the best angle depending on the job.

When it comes to the pruner/chainsaw, it also offers an impressive amount of power, even capable of cutting some bigger branches ranging near 20 cm in diameter.

As a result, if you’re after battery power, this is one of the best cordless garden multi tools on the market. Whilst it might not have the full versatility of tools with more attachments, it’s a great choice for pruning and tidying hedges, trees and shrubs.

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Runner Up
  • Chainsaw pruner can cut through branches up to 7 cm in diameter
  • Powerful hedge trimmer cuts up to 1.6 cm thick
  • At full extension, the chainsaw pruner is 240 cm long making it possible to work without a ladder
  • Telescopic pole can be extended without requiring any additional extension pieces

  • Not a quick-change between tools as there are five screws/bolts to undo
  • Weight distribution feels a little top-heavy, with the motor at the end of the tool
  • Relatively heavy when used for prolonged periods

This mains-powered VonHaus 2-in-1 Chainsaw and Trimmer is capable of producing a lot of power to help with hedge-trimming and pruning in the garden.

The chainsaw pruning attachment is fitted with a 20 cm Oregon chain and bar and runs at a substantial 750 W. It can easily cut through hardwood branches up to 7 cm in diameter, making it a very useful tool for plenty of heavier pruning tasks. Plus, because the telescopic pole can extend to give a reach of up to 240 cm, you can avoid getting the ladder out as well.

Then there’s the hedge trimmer attachment which is 45 cm long and capable of cutting through branches up to 1.6 cm thick whilst running at 460 W. Given that the power cable is 10 metres long, you can move relatively freely – especially if an extension cord is used, but you do have to be careful not to cut the wire. However, the main benefit compared to battery- and petrol-powered tools is that you don’t need to stop until the job is complete. Although, this is providing that you can sufficiently support the machine.

The VonHaus 2-in-1 Chainsaw and Trimmer is relatively heavy at 7 kg and, whilst there is a harness which helps distribute the weight, the tool often feels top-heavy. The motor is positioned at the top of the tool, instead of at the handle, so it can be difficult to balance.

At full extension, the whole unit measures 273 cm long with the hedge-trimmer attachment, and 240 cm with the chainsaw attachment.

Coming from a trustworthy name like VonHaus, this tool has a lot working in its favour. It’s powerful and versatile, and avoids using petrol whilst also not requiring any messing around with batteries. The downsides are its weight, top-heavy design, and the system for changing between each tool head. Instead of a quick changeover, there are five bolts to loosen and tighten to change the heads, which can be a little time consuming.

Nevertheless, if you’re after a mains-powered pruner and hedge trimmer, this is one of the best multi tools on the market. The power it yields is sufficient for light-to-medium gardening jobs, and there’s very little preparation required before getting it out in the garden.

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Also Good
  • Good value for money considering the number of attachments and accessories included
  • Brushcutter blade is made from 40T metal and is powerful enough to cut through bamboo
  • Tool can be split into several pieces to help with storage
  • Included harness helps distribute the weight and make it more manageable
  • Engine is easy to start, generally in 1 - 3 pulls

  • Reasonably heavy and can be difficult to manage for prolonged periods - especially with extension pole fitted
  • The instructions are not very clear so initial assembly can take a while
  • No bag included to keep everything together which would be a useful addition

Given the number of tools and accessories included, as well as the reasonable price tag, the BU-KO Petrol Multi Functional Garden Tool is one of the best cordless garden multi tools – particularly if you’re after value for money.

Powered by a 52 cc petrol motor, this is a 5-in-1 tool. There’s a strimmer, hedge trimmer, pruner, chainsaw and brushcutter – plus, an optional 1 metre extension pole to assist with long-reach jobs.

Of course, assessing the quality of each tool is important as well – it’s no use having loads of options if none of them are up to scratch. Fortunately, customers report that this BU-KO multi-tool continues to offer good value after using the different functions.

The brushcutter is fitted with a metal 40T blade that can powerfully cut through large amount of bamboo, amongst other things, and the strimmer comes pre-loaded with 2.4 mm cutting line. The hedge trimmer can be used to cut branches of around 10 mm in diameter. Also, the head of the multi tool can be rotated through 270°, making it possible to use the hedge trimmer, and other tools, to cut at different angles.

As a petrol machine, this tool may be quite heavy for some people to manage. The different attachments all have slightly different weights, but generally you’ll need to support approximately 8 kg when holding it.

There is a harness included, as well as numerous other accessories such as safety glasses, noise-cancelling ear protectors and gloves. The harness distributes the machine’s weight reasonably well, but some effort is still required – especially when using the tool at its full extension.

When it comes to storage, the poles can all be detached, splitting the tool’s body into two separate sections and making it much smaller and easier to put in the shed, or even the back of a car.

Overall, this is a decent multi tool offering great value for money. Although the pieces may not be as high-quality as more premium models, you still get a lot of useful equipment for a very reasonable price – especially for tackling standard gardening jobs.

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  • Relatively easy to put together thanks to the clear instructions
  • Each tool is straight forward to disconnect and interchange with another
  • Suitable for light/medium garden maintenance
  • Pruner is fitted with Oregon chain which are well regarded

  • Can feel heavy, especially when used extended as hedge trimmer
  • No chain lubricant included which needs to be purchased separately before using pruner

If you want a versatile tool that can handle a range of different jobs, the Mitox 28MT-a Multi Tool is a good option to consider.

There’s a grass trimmer, brush cutter, hedge trimmer and pole pruner/chainsaw included. Then, on top of these four tools, there’s an additional 1 m extension pole to help with reach. Although this multi tool describes itself as 5-in-1, it could be argued to be 4-in-1 – it depends how you view the extension pole!

Regardless of how many tools are technically included, it’s still a useful asset to the garden with the functions that it offers. The 2-stroke engine provides 25.4 cc of power and each of the interchangeable heads works as you would expect for light-to-medium gardening work.

Considering the price of some premium-brand multi tools, this still offers good value for money – even though it costs more than the cheaper BU-KO multi tool featured on this page.

Now, for a little more detail on each individual tool. The grass trimmer uses a bump-feed line system and is pre-loaded with 2.4 mm line, and there is a HD 3 tooth blade included for the brushcutter. The hedge trimmer is 58 cm long and can be articulated through 11 different positions (180°) in order to cut at different angles. Then, when it comes to the pruner/chainsaw attachment, it’s been fitted with a 25.4 cm Oregon bar and saw chain which are well known for their quality.

Because of this, the Mitox 28MT-a is one of the best cordless garden multi tools if you want versatility without paying premium prices. Each of the tools offer reasonable quality and are easy to disconnect and interchange. They may not be on par with more premium tools, but they are sufficient for general pruning and maintenance in the garden.

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  • Suitable for light to medium duty tasks and branches up to 16mm wide
  • Chainsaw runs very smoothly and cuts well
  • Assembly is very straightforward and takes around 30 minutes
  • With a 2.4m reach, this tool can be used to tidy branches above your head
  • Well made and durable with quality pieces

  • Lacks the power of petrol powered machines
  • Feels very heavy when held at an angle
  • Minimum length of the arm is still too long to work close to the branches
  • Shoulder strap isn’t particularly comfortable
  • Does jam quickly if you are cutting through lots of twigs and brush

The eSkde LPHTCS1 Combi Kit is arguably the best cordless garden tool system for landscaping beginners. This tool is exceptionally easy to use, with both a chainsaw and an adjustable trimmer head included. It’s easy to switch between the two functions, while the telescopic handle has a max reach of 2.5m.

Quiet and lightweight, it’s suitable for a range of garden tasks and is easy to transport around your garden. It comes with a supportive shoulder strap so it’s comfortable to use for long periods of time.

If you lack experience with multi tools and require something small and lightweight to get you started in the garden, the eSkde Combi Kit is our top recommendation!

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Harry's Smart Buying Tips

  1. Basic multi tools tend to support a hedge trimmer and a pruner/chainsaw. Beyond this, there are a lot of additional functions that multi tools can have. The best cordless garden multi tools that I’ve come across have a combination of grass strimmer, brush cutter, hedge trimmer, pruner and chainsaw.
  2. Once you’ve got an idea of function in mind, you’ll need to choose between a battery or petrol motor. Petrol-powered multi-tools are a good choice for large gardens and tackling thick vegetation.
  3. If you go for a petrol-powered multi-tool, look for one that weighs less than 10kg – you may need to support it for quite some time. It can help to have a multi-tool with a harness or strap, to add some additional support.
  4. However, if you’re keen to avoid using petrol machines, battery-powered multi tools can still pack a punch. They also have the benefit of being lighter and more comfortable to carry for long periods. When it comes to battery life, look for a tool with a running time of around 40 minutes – this will get you through most domestic gardening tasks!
  5. One final point to mention: I recommend looking for multi-tools with adjustable cutting angles, particularly if you plan to do lots of trimming and pruning! This makes it a lot easier to perform a range of cutting tasks and reach specific branches in tricky spots. 

After looking into some of the best cordless garden multi tools, my top recommendation is the BU-KO Petrol Multi Functional Garden Tool. It’s a 5-in-1 petrol tool with a 52cc motor. As well as four different tool attachments, it also comes with an additional 1m extension pole to help with long-reach jobs. It includes a harness and additional protective equipment as well.

How to Choose the Best Cordless Garden Multi Tool

A multi tool is a cost-effective and versatile piece of equipment that can be used for a range of garden tasks. Rather than buying and maintaining several tools, you can save money, time and storage space with a multi tool.

Multi tools come with interchangeable heads and often support a combination of the following: cordless grass strimmers, brushcutters, hedge trimmers and cordless chainsaws. With so many powerful cordless options out there, you also don’t need to be tethered to the mains whilst you work.

Of course, as is often the case with tools that offer several-functions-in-one, some multi tools can excel in certain areas and be lacking in others. Therefore, choosing the best garden multi tool is about finding a good balance between quality, value and performance. The following information should help you make a more informed decision:

Cordless vs Mains-Powered Tools

As with most garden tools, there are pros and cons to both cordless and mains-powered models. Here we’ll look at the advantages and disadvantages of each type of multi tool so you can decide which will work best for you.

Cordless Multi Tools

Cordless tools can be either battery or petrol powered. Nowadays, battery-powered tools have the potential to be so powerful that there can be very little difference between them and mains-powered tools. Petrol-powered tools remain some of the most powerful gardening tools available. In a lot of standard gardens, they may sometimes be more powerful than necessary.

Let’s start by having a look at the benefits of cordless multi tools (which could be either petrol 0r battery powered).

  • Garden multi tools will normally consist of at least a hedge trimmer and chainsaw pruner. Being cordless removes the possibility of accidentally cutting through the power cable (which can happen more often than you might think!).
  • They’re easy to use in large gardens. Whereas mains-powered tools will require you to be positioned close to a mains outlet, or use a long extension cable, you won’t even have to think before carrying a cordless multi tool to the end of the garden.
  • You can also use cordless tools away from the house altogether. This makes them useful for maintenance on allotments, as well as if you have a hedge which grows out onto a public path etc.

And now a few of the drawbacks:

  • Cordless tools still require some form of preparation, even if it doesn’t relate to spreading out the power cable. Petrol tools will need plenty of maintenance, and battery tools will need to be charged in advance.
  • Your run time will be dictated by how long the battery lasts, or how much fuel you have put into the machine.
  • Petrol machines in particular can be very heavy because of the weight of their motor and components.

Mains-Powered Multi Tools

Here are some of the advantages of using a mains-powered multi tool:

  • There’s no risk that the battery or fuel will run out partway through a job.
  • Very little preparation is required before starting the machine.
  • They can be used at any time. There’s no need to wait for any battery to charge up first and will start first time (whereas petrol machines may require several attempts).

And some of the disadvantages:

  • Power cables are often black, which can get easily camouflaged in overgrown vegetation and be cut by accident.
  • If you have a large garden, you may have to use an inconvenient combination of extension cables. Mains-powered tools often have a power cable measuring 10 – 12 metres.

Included Tools

As mentioned above, the most common tools for a multi tool to support are: a grass strimmer, brushcutter, hedge trimmer and pruner/chainsaw. This is typical for most 5-in-1 tools, although of course not all multi tools are 5-in-1!

2-in-1 tools tend to focus on one area of garden maintenance. For example, it’s common to find 2-in-1 multi tools that come with a hedge trimmer and chainsaw – focusing on pruning.

If you don’t require a large variety of tools, try to stick to just what you need – 5-in-1 tools can be a lot more expensive than 2-in-1 tools.

However, it is possible to find some real value-for-money bargains when it comes to multi tools. As shown on this page, you can find 5-in-1 machines without paying the price of premium models. The challenge is making sure that the tool is still well made and will be useful.

Checking customer reviews is the best way to find out exactly how all the different aspects of a multi tool perform.

Ease of Use

A lot of different factors make up how easy a multi tool is to use. Here are some of the most important things to bear in mind:

Weight and Manageability

Petrol tools are often pretty heavy. Handheld petrol tools can range from around 8 – 20 kg, so you need to make sure that you’re buying something you can control.

Battery-powered machines are lighter, although depending on the size of the battery pack they can still weigh around 8 kg as well. Making sure that the tool has a harness or strap included can help with manageability.

A lot of multi tools also have telescopic shafts, or shafts that can be extended by adding in an extra pole. The longer the extension, the harder the tool can be to control.

Petrol machines tend to have their engines positioned by the tool’s handles. Even though they can be heavier, the weight is distributed better because of the position of the engine. Some mains-powered and battery-powered machines have a motor at the top of the tool which can make them less well balanced.

Adjustable Cutting Angles

When using standard tools, such a hedge trimmers and pruners, you can often change the cutting angle in order to cut in exactly the way you want.

Some multi tools will also allow for this adjustability which is something to look out for, especially if using for trimming and pruning. You want to make sure that you’re going to be able to finish off your garden in exactly the way that you want.

Switching the Heads

Swapping the different tool heads over can take longer on some multi tools. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but just something to be aware of. Some multi tools use two screws/bolts to hold the heads on, whilst others can use up to five.

Battery Run-Time (Battery-Powered Models)

If you opt for a battery-powered multi tool, you’ll want to check its run time on one charge.

Again, checking customer reviews can help give more of an honest overview of how long the battery lasts in a real-life setting. Often, companies will state a run time based on what is achieved in a lab setting.

A run-time of around 40 minutes should be enough for the majority of gardening jobs. Especially as this will mean 40 minutes continuous running time and most tools won’t be used continuously – you’ll probably stop, pause and start several times.

Cordless Garden Multi Tool FAQs

This will vary depending on the tool, as well as what you are using it for. Most cordless tools should have a battery life of between 30 and 40 minutes. 

If you are working in very dense areas or using the tool on the most powerful settings, the run time will be reduced.

There are several reasons. Firstly, it will be cheaper to buy just one motor unit, and then add different tool heads onto it. Secondly, you won’t have to charge up the battery for multiple tools, or fill them with petrol. Thirdly, you’ll only have one motor to maintain. This can be especially useful with petrol multi tools, as petrol engines can require the most maintenance.

If you shop around, you can find multi tool units that are of a high quality. In some cases, buying several tools as part of a ‘set’ can mean that some are lower quality, but this isn’t always the case. The only way to make sure you get a good quality tool is to do plenty of research; read different sources online and compare what is being said about the different attachments. As always, this is especially important if the price seems too good to be true.

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