Bosch EasyGrassCut vs UniversalGrassCut
Both are 18V POWER FOR ALL line trimmers with a 26 cm cut and no blade option. The UniversalGrassCut adds a head you turn and tilt with a foot pedal for edging and awkward spots.
In short:The Bosch EasyGrassCut 18V-26 and UniversalGrassCut 18V-260 are 18V POWER FOR ALL cordless grass trimmers with a 26 cm cut. The EasyGrassCut feeds its 1.6 mm line automatically on trigger release and is sold bare or with a 2.5 Ah battery; Currys lists the kit at 2.2 kg. The UniversalGrassCut has IntelliFEED automatic feed, a listed 7,000 rpm, height adjustment and a foot pedal to turn or tilt the head for edging; its kit has a 2.0 Ah battery and weighs 2.3 kg.
Bosch’s EasyGrassCut 18V-26 and UniversalGrassCut 18V-260 share a battery system, a 26 cm cut and automatic line feed. The UniversalGrassCut adds adjustability that makes edging and awkward corners easier.
At a glance
| Bosch EasyGrassCut 18V-26 | Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18V-260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 18V POWER FOR ALL | 18V POWER FOR ALL |
| Cutting width | 26 cm | 26 cm |
| Line feed | Automatic on trigger release, 1.6 mm | IntelliFEED automatic |
| Edging / angles | — | Head turns and tilts via foot pedal |
| Height adjustment | — | Yes |
| Kit battery | 2.5 Ah | 2.0 Ah (06008C1D03) |
| Weight | About 2.2 kg with battery (Currys) | 2.3 kg (Amazon item weight) |
What separates them
Strip away the names and both are light, quiet 18V line trimmers that share batteries with Bosch’s green tools and other POWER FOR ALL Alliance brands like Gardena. Neither takes a blade. The difference is the UniversalGrassCut’s foot pedal: press it to turn the head for edging along paths or tilt it to reach under benches and shrubs, and use the height adjustment to work standing straight. The EasyGrassCut is simpler: you angle the whole trimmer.
Kits and batteries
Both are sold bare or as kits, so check the product code. The EasyGrassCut kits we saw at UK retailers include a 2.5 Ah battery; the UniversalGrassCut kit on Amazon.co.uk includes a 2.0 Ah battery and charger, and showed as unavailable when we checked in October 2026.
Choose the EasyGrassCut 18V-26 if…
- You already own a POWER FOR ALL battery and want the cheapest trimmer for it
- Your lawn is small and straightforward, with few edges or awkward corners
Choose the UniversalGrassCut 18V-260 if…
- You edge paths and borders regularly and want the head to turn for it
- More than one person uses the trimmer, so height adjustment helps
- You’d like to reach under benches and shrubs without bending
Which should you buy?
For simple, occasional trimming, the EasyGrassCut does the job for less. If you edge regularly or work around lots of obstacles, the UniversalGrassCut’s turning, tilting head is worth the step up. Gardena’s EasyTrim 25/18V is another POWER FOR ALL option with an edging wheel.
Full specifications
| Bosch EasyGrassCut 18V-26 | Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18V-260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless | Cordless |
| Engine / power | 18V Power For All | 18V Power For All |
| Type | Cordless line trimmer | Cordless line trimmer |
| Voltage | 18V POWER FOR ALL | — |
| Cutting width | 26 cm | 26 cm |
| Line | 1.6 mm, automatic feed on trigger release | — |
| Cutting head | Line only, no blade option | — |
| Battery/charger | Bare (06008C1C04) or kit with 2.5 Ah | — |
| Weight | About 2.2 kg with battery (Currys) | 2.3 kg (Amazon.co.uk item weight) |
| Power | — | 18V Power For All battery system |
| Cutting attachment | — | Line only, no blade option |
| Adjustability | — | Height-adjustable, head turns/tilts by foot pedal |
| Line feed | — | IntelliFEED automatic |
| Speed | — | 7,000 rpm (listing) |
| Kit (06008C1D03) | — | 18V 2.0 Ah battery + charger |
| Battery system | — | Bosch Power For All (shared with Bosch DIY and Gardena P4A) |
| Best for | Owners of Bosch or Gardena POWER FOR ALL 18V batteries who need a light trimmer for small lawn edges | Small to medium gardens needing tidy grass trimming and edging, not brush clearing |
| Our rating | 7.4 / 10 | 7.6 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Bosch EasyGrassCut 18V-26
- + Works with the whole 18V POWER FOR ALL battery pool (Bosch DIY, Gardena and other Alliance brands)
- + 26 cm cut is usefully wider than many entry 18V trimmers
- + Line advances automatically on each trigger release, no bumping
- + Light — about 2.2 kg with battery per Currys
- + Low price as a bare tool if you already have a battery
- − Bare version needs a battery and charger, an extra cost for first-time buyers
- − Line only — no metal blade option
- − 18V entry motor — slows in thick, tall or damp grass
- − Runtime depends on the battery you fit
Bosch UniversalGrassCut 18V-260
- + Shares batteries with the wider Bosch DIY and Gardena P4A range
- + 26 cm cutting width is a fair balance of speed and control for a small trimmer
- + Head turns and tilts via a foot pedal for edging and under benches
- + IntelliFEED feeds the line automatically — no tapping
- + Light and simple enough for quick, casual sessions around the garden
- − Line only — no metal blade option for brush or woody growth
- − 18V ceiling means shorter runtime and less torque than 36V machines
- − Kit battery is only 2.0 Ah; bare versions need your own battery
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the EasyGrassCut and UniversalGrassCut?
Both are 18V POWER FOR ALL trimmers with a 26 cm cut and automatic line feed. The UniversalGrassCut adds height adjustment and a foot pedal that turns or tilts the head, so you can switch to edging along paths or reach under benches without bending.
Do they come with a battery?
Both are sold bare or as kits. The EasyGrassCut kit comes with an 18V 2.5 Ah battery; the UniversalGrassCut kit on Amazon.co.uk (06008C1D03) comes with an 18V 2.0 Ah battery and charger. Check the product code before buying.
Can either cut brambles?
No. Both are line-only. For brambles or light woody growth you need a blade-capable machine such as Bosch's AdvancedBrushCut 36V.