Milwaukee
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer
$297
Released 2017
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer vs Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer is cheaper at $59. Every spec and price links to its source.
Black+Decker
Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer
$59Cheaper
Released 2018
Which is better: the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer or Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer?
The Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer is the cheaper at $59. The Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer | Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $297 | $59 |
| Brand | Milwaukee | Black+Decker |
| Released | 2017 | 2018 |
| Power source | battery | corded |
| Blade length (in) | 24 | 20 |
| Cutting capacity (in) | 3/4 in | 3/4 in |
| Engine cc or voltage | 18V (M18) | 3.8 A / 120V |
| Dual action blades | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 8.6 | 6.3 |
| Rotating handle | No | No |
| Release | 2017 | 2018 |
Sources — Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer: milwaukeetool.com (verified 2026-06-20). Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer: blackanddecker.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer and Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Power source: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer battery vs Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer corded
- Blade length (in): Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer 24 vs Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer 20
- Engine cc or voltage: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer 18V (M18) vs Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer 3.8 A / 120V
- Weight (lb): Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer 8.6 vs Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer 6.3
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2726-20 24" Cordless Hedge Trimmer
Only one whitelisted tester, Pro Tool Reviews, hands-on tested this exact Milwaukee 2726 24-inch trimmer, scoring it 9.0/10. They praise its fast 3,400-SPM cutting, balance, and cordless convenience, but flag it as heavy at 10.9 lbs and wish for a rotating handle. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Fast 3,400-SPM speed makes quick work of hedges and light brush; Well-balanced weight distribution and comfortable handle placement; Cordless convenience, up to two hours runtime, no gas or extension cords.
Flagged: Heavy at 10.9 lbs with battery; No rotating handle; awkward cutting above shoulder height; Measured 86 dBa noise, nudging over the OSHA limit.
Black+Decker BEHTS300 20" Corded Hedge Trimmer
No sourced tester review yet.