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The best Worx brush cutters and trimmers

Worx's PowerShare batteries run one brush cutter and several handy trimmers. Here's how the four we cover compare.

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In short:Worx's PowerShare range includes the Nitro WG186E, a 40V (two 20V batteries) brushless brush cutter with a 38 cm line, 25 cm three-blade steel disc and DriveShare attachments (4.1 kg bare); the WG183E, a 40V trimmer sold with two batteries (33 cm, AutoFeed, 2.9 kg); the brushless Nitro WG173E (20V MAX, 33 cm, Command Feed, 3.1 kg, bare); and the WG163E kit (30 cm, wheeled edger conversion, 2 kg). Only the WG186E takes a metal blade.

Our picks, ranked

  1. 1
    Worx Nitro WG186E 40V brushless cordless brush cutter metal blade DriveShare
    Brushless + blade

    WORX · 40V PowerShare · Brushless

    Worx Nitro WG186E.9

    A brushless 40V cordless brush cutter with a metal blade and interchangeable heads via DriveShare — versatile and capable, sold bare.

    8.0/10
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  2. 2
    Worx WG183E 40V cordless grass trimmer with AutoFeed line and 33 cm cut
    40V AutoFeed kit

    WORX · 40V PowerShare (2× 20V)

    Worx WG183E 40V

    A 40V (2 × 20V) PowerShare grass trimmer with a 33 cm dual-line cut and AutoFeed, sold with batteries and charger — easy lawn care, not for brush.

    7.6/10
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  3. 3
    Worx WG173E Nitro 20V PowerShare brushless cordless grass trimmer edger
    Brushless value

    WORX · 20V PowerShare · Brushless

    Worx Nitro WG173E.9

    A 20V brushless Worx Nitro trimmer with a 33 cm double-line cut, push-button Command Feed and a head that tilts 90° for edging — sold bare.

    7.7/10
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  4. 4
    Worx WG163E 20V MAX PowerShare cordless grass trimmer and edger pack
    Light 2-in-1 pack

    WORX · 20V PowerShare

    Worx WG163E

    A light 20V MAX PowerShare trimmer that converts to a wheeled edger, with Command Feed and a 90° swivel head — sold with a 2 Ah battery and charger.

    7.6/10
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One battery, several tools

Worx’s PowerShare batteries run its garden and DIY tools; 40V machines take two 20V packs. Worx leans on convenience: AutoFeed and Command Feed line systems, a wheeled edger mode and the DriveShare attachment system.

Our picks

  • Worx Nitro WG186E — 40V brushless brush cutter, 38 cm line and 25 cm steel disc, adjustable handle, DriveShare for attachments such as a hedge trimmer; 4.1 kg bare.
  • Worx WG183E — 40V trimmer with two batteries and charger, 33 cm dual line, AutoFeed, 8,500 rpm listed; 2.9 kg.
  • Worx Nitro WG173E — 20V MAX brushless trimmer, 33 cm double line, Command Feed, head tilts 90°; 3.1 kg, bare.
  • Worx WG163E — 20V MAX kit with 2 Ah battery, 30 cm, converts to a wheeled edger, 90° swivel head; 2 kg.

Which should you choose?

For nettles and light scrub, the WG186E. For lawns with no extra purchases, the WG183E. For small gardens and neat edges, the WG163E. Already on PowerShare? The brushless WG173E. Comparisons: Worx WG163E vs WG173E, Worx vs Greenworks. Brand page: Worx.

Our picks at a glance

ModelTypeEngine / powerWeightRating
Worx Nitro WG186E.9 Cordless 40V PowerShare · Brushless 4.1 kg bare; about 5 kg with batteries 8 / 10
Worx WG183E 40V Cordless 40V PowerShare (2× 20V) 2.9 kg (Amazon item weight) 7.6 / 10
Worx Nitro WG173E.9 Cordless 20V PowerShare · Brushless 3.1 kg (Amazon item weight) 7.7 / 10
Worx WG163E Cordless 20V PowerShare 2 kg (Amazon item weight) 7.6 / 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.

Compare our picks head to head

Frequently asked questions

Do all Worx tools share batteries?

Yes, across PowerShare: 20V tools take one battery, 40V tools like the WG183E and WG186E take two.

Which Worx can cut brush?

The Nitro WG186E, with its 25 cm three-blade steel disc. The WG183E, WG173E and WG163E are line trimmers.

Should I buy a bare Worx tool with no batteries?

Usually not. Start with a kit — the WG183E includes two batteries, the WG163E one — then add bare tools like the WG186E or WG173E.