The best brushless brush cutters

What matters for brushless

Brushless motors trade the wear-and-tear of carbon brushes for better efficiency, longer lifespan and — usually — a lighter head. For this list we prioritised genuine brushless motors (not just “brushless-style” marketing), a sensible power-to-weight ratio, and value within whichever battery platform each machine runs on. We also noted which models are sold bare, since that changes the real cost significantly.

Our picks

Makita DUR368LZ — at around 3.9 kg, this is one of the lightest pro-grade cordless brush cutters around. The 36V twin-LXT brushless motor won’t out-muscle the bigger Makita below, but if you already own LXT batteries and want a machine you can swing all afternoon without arm-ache, this is the one.

Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL — the value pick here. It’s a genuine brushless motor with a metal blade for roughly half the price of the Makita or Stihl equivalents, provided you’re already on (or willing to join) the Power X-Change platform. There are a few string-head niggles, but the core brushless motor is solid.

Makita DUR369LZ — the power option. Its 1000W brushless motor delivers roughly double the output of the entry-level Makita, putting it close to a 30cc petrol machine. Best suited to scrub and small woody stems rather than light lawn trimming, and again sold bare.

Worx Nitro WG186E — a brushless 40V machine with a real metal blade and Worx’s DriveShare system, so the same power head can take other attachments. Good value if you’re already in the Worx ecosystem; remember the “.92” designation means no battery included.

BLACK+DECKER BCSTA536L1 — worth including for a specific reason: it’s a complete, ready-to-run 36V brushless kit (battery and charger included) at a friendly price. It’s really a grass trimmer rather than a brush cutter, so it belongs on this list for homeowners who want brushless durability on a tidy lawn, not for tackling brambles.

Stiga BC 700e — the most refined machine here day-to-day, with an ARC blade, LED display and a genuinely comfortable 5-position harness. The 48V ePower platform is less common than Makita’s or Worx’s, so factor that in if you don’t already own Stiga batteries.

Which should you choose?

If you want the lightest pro tool for long sessions, go for the Makita DUR368LZ; if you need more raw power for scrub and brambles, step up to the DUR369LZ. Budget-conscious buyers already on Power X-Change should look at the Einhell Agillo, while the Worx Nitro suits anyone wanting a multitool ecosystem. If all you need is a durable, complete kit for a domestic lawn, the BLACK+DECKER BCSTA536L1 is the simplest option — and the Stiga BC 700e is the pick for comfort-first users happy to try a newer battery platform.