The best cheap brush cutters on a budget
Cheap doesn't have to mean bad. These machines punch above their price — the smart budget buys we'd recommend, matched to the job you actually have.
In short:The cheapest way to trim is a corded trimmer: the Black+Decker GL360 (350 W, 1.6 kg) and Bosch EasyGrassCut 23 (280 W, 2 kg) for lawns near a socket, and the Bosch AFS 23-37 (950 W, 3-tooth blade) for nettles and light scrub. The Worx WG163E is a budget cordless kit with battery and wheeled edger. For petrol, the Einhell GC-BC 25/1 comes with a blade and harness; for Power X-Change owners, the bare Einhell Agillo 18/200 includes a blade and harness.
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Cheap, but right for the job
The best budget buy is the cheapest tool that covers your growth: a light trimmer for lawns, a blade-capable machine for nettles and brambles. Buying a bigger tool than you need costs more and tires you out; buying a smaller one means it can’t do the job.
Our picks
- Bosch AFS 23-37 — corded 950 W brush cutter with a 3-tooth blade and 37 cm line spool; budget scrub clearing near a socket.
- Einhell GC-BC 25/1 — 25.4 cc petrol with blade, line head and harness; the cheapest way into petrol.
- Worx WG163E — cordless kit with battery, 30 cm cut and a wheeled edger mode; 2 kg.
- Black+Decker GL360 — corded 350 W, 25 cm cut, 1.6 kg; for quick lawn edges.
- Bosch EasyGrassCut 23 — corded 280 W, 2 kg, automatic line feed.
- Einhell Agillo 18/200 — if you own an 18V Power X-Change battery: blade, line spool and harness included.
Hidden costs
With cordless, check whether the battery and charger are included — a bare tool looks cheap until you add them. With petrol, budget for two-stroke oil, a fuel can and protective gear. With corded, you need an outdoor extension lead and an RCD.
More budget options
See the best budget petrol brush cutters, the best value brush cutters and the best corded electric brush cutters.
Our picks at a glance
| Model | Type | Engine / power | Weight | Rating |
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| Bosch AFS 23-37 | Corded | Corded 950W · Blade | 5.3 kg (listing) | 8 / 10 |
| Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | Petrol | 25.4 cc · 2-stroke | 6.4 kg (listing) | 7.4 / 10 |
| Worx WG163E | Cordless | 20V PowerShare | 2 kg (Amazon item weight) | 7.6 / 10 |
| BLACK+DECKER GL360 | Corded | Corded 350W | 1.6 kg | 7 / 10 |
| Bosch EasyGrassCut 23 | Corded | Corded 280W | 2 kg (Amazon.co.uk item weight) | 7 / 10 |
| Einhell Agillo 18/200 | Cordless | 18V Power X-Change | 7.05 kg (Amazon.co.uk item weight) | 7.5 / 10 |
Weights are as stated by the maker, UK retailers or Amazon, so some include a battery or cutting gear and others don't — see each review for details.
Frequently asked questions
What's the cheapest type of brush cutter?
Corded trimmers are cheapest, then budget petrol machines. Cordless costs more because of the battery — unless you already own one from the same platform.
Are cheap brush cutters any good?
For light grass, small plots and occasional use, yes. Match the tool to the task: a light corded trimmer won't cut brambles, but the corded Bosch AFS 23-37 with its 3-tooth blade will handle light scrub.
What should I avoid on a budget?
A line-only trimmer if you actually need to cut brush — it won't cope. Spend a little more on a blade-capable machine if woody growth is on your list.