BLACK+DECKER Electric Hedge Trimmer, 16-Inch 3.0 Amp Compact Corded Power Hedge Trimmer (BEHT100)
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Updated May 16, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the BEHT100 is positioned as the entry point — the trimmer reviewers recommend when the job is genuinely small and the budget is tight. Lowe's product page describes it as a solid, affordable tool for light-to-medium-duty trimming, with the caveat that it isn't designed for heavy-duty or large-scale landscaping. Walmart and Amazon retailer descriptions emphasize the compact, lightweight design and the 3.0-amp motor's ability to handle branches up to 5/8".
What reviewers liked
- Lowest price in the lineup, with retailers consistently positioning it as a strong value
- Compact and light, making it easy to maneuver for small hedges and shrubs per Home Depot and Walmart reviewers
- Very large verified-purchase pool (9,645 Amazon ratings) at a stable 4.6 average
- r/Tools commentary on BLACK+DECKER corded trimmers is favorable on motor smoothness
Where it falls short
- 16-inch blade and 3.0-amp motor explicitly not recommended for heavy-duty work, per Lowe's verified-purchase summary
- Reviewers on r/GardeningUK note corded electrics in this class handle new growth far better than thick, established branches
- Same blade-guard/storage complaint that recurs across the BLACK+DECKER corded line
- Cord-tethered operation limits reach without a long outdoor-rated extension cord
Across the reviewers we read, the BEHT100 is positioned as the entry point — the trimmer reviewers recommend when the job is genuinely small and the budget is tight. Lowe's product page describes it as a solid, affordable tool for light-to-medium-duty trimming, with the caveat that it isn't designed for heavy-duty or large-scale landscaping. Walmart and Amazon retailer descriptions emphasize the compact, lightweight design and the 3.0-amp motor's ability to handle branches up to 5/8".
Specialist-community sentiment leans positive within its lane. r/Tools commenters consistently flag BLACK+DECKER's older and current corded hedge trimmers as 'smooth' and a notable step up from no-name budget alternatives, while r/lawncare and r/landscaping threads recommend trimmers of this class for small suburban hedges. Where reviewers push back is on durability for sustained heavy use — the BEHT100 is repeatedly framed as a homeowner tool, not a landscaper's daily driver.
- Powerful Motor
- The Shrub Trimmer is equipped with a 3.0 amp motor, capable of cutting branches up to 5/8 inch thick
- Lightweight Design
- Enjoy easy handling and reduced fatigue thanks to the compact build of this small hedge trimmer
- Secure Cord Management
- Cord retention system helps prevent accidental unplugging, keeping your garden trimmer running smoothly
- Comfort and Control
- Built-in T-handle and full-length trigger provide superior grip and maneuverability for precise cuts with your bush cutters trimmer
- Reduced Vibration
- The 16-inch dual-action hardened steel blade minimizes vibration for a smoother trimming experience (Compared to BLACK+DECKER single-action blade models)
- Highlight 6
- 2-year limited warranty
It has a smooth and powerful motor. Seems to be when B&D before the Stanley Merger. It runs great and it's miles better than the $30 Greenworks ...
We have a few hedge bushes around the property. I have never had them before, just wondering what size and type of hedge trimmer would you recommend for these?
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