Lawn mowers and trimmers

Black + Decker GTC1845L20-XE review

Black + Decker GTC1845L20-XE

CHOICE Expert Rating

66%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Lightweight
  • Excellent controls
  • Good handles; comfortable wrap around handle for both horizontal and vertical edging, even though it doesn't rotate
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK trimming performance, it feels a little underpowered and struggles a little with thicker branches
  • Noticeable vibration, but it's not too uncomfortable
  • Only OK visibility while trimming hedges – restricted by the hand guard

Type

Type
Battery

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
66%
Performance score
60%
Ease of use score
72%
Year tested
2016

Sustainability

Warranty (yrs)
2
Country of origin
China

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Weight (kg)
2.6
Blade length (cm)
45
Tooth gap (cm)
1.8
Battery voltage (V)
18
Battery rating (Ah)
2
Claimed battery charge time (min)
50
Noise at user's position (db)
86
Noise at 7.5m (db)
65
Website
blackanddecker.com.au

Cost

Price
$189.00

Features

Hand guard
Wrap around front handle
Blade extension
Rotating head

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