Name: Dewalt 3400 PSI Pressure Washer
Brand: Dewalt
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

November 24, 2021April 21, 2024

This Dewalt 3400 PSI Pressure Washer Packs Serious Power

The Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer packs quite the punch. For those of us completing residential jobs (driveways, windows, cars, etc.), the Dewalt 3400 PSI packs just the right amount of power.

Let’s check out all of the features of the pressure washer, then see if there are any negatives to watch out for.

Bottom line: The Dewalt 3400 PSI is a super strong pressure washer that can be used at home or for commercial applications. It goes on sale occasionally at Home Depot.

Jump ahead:

Pressure washer considerations
What to look for in a pressure washer
Dewalt 101
Feature review: Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer
The official review

The Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer: Features

Before you blow a fat stack on a pressure washer, you want to make sure that it can stand up to the job. There are a few things that need to undergo intense scrutiny, and I will review them below.

3400 PSI is a lot of power for a pressure washer

When it comes to buying a pressure washer, you need power. That’s where the term “pressure” comes from in “pressure washer” (did I just blow your mind?). You see pressure comes from the latin “presto”, which translates roughly to “Pretzel”. I sounded smart for a second there.

There’s a reason you aren’t buying a garden hose and sticking your thumb on it. You need power. And if you want to do anything above washing the tires on your car and the windows on your house, you need 3000 PSI or above. The Dewalt 3400 PSI obviously comes in above the 3000 mark, so you should be good for most jobs here.

Compare the 3400 PSI to 3000 on this electric one.

Now, if you are really wanting to remove some graffiti of vulgar things about your mom on the side of the arcade, you will probably want to get a pressure washer, put it in a box, put it in a truck, and move out of town because you have bigger problems.

But if you want to stick around, make sure to get a heavy duty pressure washer with at least 4000 PSI, or a really tight nozzle plus some free time with the Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer.

Compare this power to some of the electric pressure washers, like the Sun Joe SPX3000 or the Greenworks 2000 PSI pressure washer.

Using this pressure washer is easy

Dewalt must have gotten some bad feedback at some point because they pulled out all the stops with this pressure washer. For starters (ha), the starter on this machine is electric. It does have a battery that needs to be charged, but can save you some back pain as a deviation from the old pull-string.

Another cool feature here is that they made this idiot proof. For those of us that are inclined to ignore routine maintenance, Dewalt made our lives a whole lot easier. The first feature they created is a low oil shutdown feature. If the engine oil gets low, then it will shut down until you replace or put in more. No more burning the engine.

Another measure put into place is the water sensing device. This machine will not burn the motor up if water is not actively flowing into it. In fact, it will turn off if water is not detected inside the pump.

A downside here is that the hose that comes with this machine is only 25 feet long. This is simply not long enough for jobs that require more than 30 minutes of work or cover a larger area.

The little cousin – my Dewalt 3300 PSI pressure washer.

As a positive (and maybe negative, but we will get to that later), this machine comes with QuickConnect nozzles that allow for easy changing of the five different nozzles and even the sprayer arm. This makes it pretty easy to switch between certain nozzle heads and can save you time on the job.

Maintaining a gas powered pressure washer like the Dewalt 3400

As mentioned before, this will require new oil every now and then. The pressure washer comes with a big bag (no idea why it is in a bag) of oil for you to get started with, then the rest is on you. You will know when to change the oil because it will simply stop working (as mentioned previously).

Now let’s get down to durability. For most folks, this item seems to be totally fine. There are, however, a ton of negative reviews about the QuickConnect nozzles. It seems like there is a plastic connector from the metal nozzle to the spraying wand, which busts frequently. I have not personally experienced this, but a ton of other people have. Needless to say, this might not be the most durable item out there.

An aside: it really is hilarious the adjectives used to describe some of these products. Looking at the product guide now, there is a nice little call-out for the tires on this. The tires are pneumatic (!!!!) – which basically means they have air in them. And they are ten inches and allow for easy maneuverability across various terrain. Yep, you can take these to go mudding and then climb the side of a mountain with them and then even take them to Antarctica. I think they have a dartboard of adjectives they use and this one landed on the “just describe it like a Jeep” portion.

Price and value: Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer

The Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer will cost you about $500-550, otherwise known as a half a G – but I’ve seen it cheaper at Home Depot (check price here).

This thing is on the expensive side, but with great power comes great cost. In all reality, I would give this pressure washer a C. For CSatisfactory. It is a good pressure washer and does have a lot of power, but it seems 50/50 on whether or not it will break down on you.

The official review: Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer

Feature	Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer	Comparable gas powered pressure washer
Difficulty to use	Less difficult to use (electric start)	More difficult to start
Durability	Not very durable	Very durable
Maintenance	Slightly easier to maintain	Less easy to maintain
Value	Medium to low value	Medium value
Small jobs	Highly recommended	Highly recommended
Medium jobs	Recommended	Highly recommended
Heavy jobs	Not recommended	Less recommended (need more PSI)

Why we review pressure washers

The reason we started this website in the first place was because we had so much trouble trying to find reasonable, understandable, honest reviews for lawn equipment. And it’s not cheap! After hours and hours of research, trying products and returning them, and messing up our yards – we started this site.

As people who had to learn the hard way, we want you to know exactly what you are signing up for before you purchase a piece of equipment. That’s why we are committed to providing honest, easy-to-understand reviews that mean something.

Things to consider before buying a pressure washer

Some common considerations for those looking for a pressure washer include the following:

Ability to add soap to the hose instead of schlepping around a bucket with soap
Multiple nozzle types for whichever job you need
Length of pole (if cleaning exterior of house, not having one of these could limit how high you can reach)
Storage capability and maintenance requirements
PSI level for either commercial or residential use

What to look for in a pressure washer

When looking for a pressure washer, you want to have a good understanding of the jobs you want to get done. Most people use pressure washers to deep clean their patio, porch, driveways, windows, or other external surfaces around the house. Most pressure washers are good for these jobs as they are relatively light work and do not require excessive force.

For those of us cleaning the spray paint off of our cars from our crazy ex-girlfriends, you might want one that has a little more “umph” behind it.

Luckily for you, the Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer can handle both.

About Dewalt

Dewalt is absolutely a household name in basically anything tool-related. Best known for their drills, they also have blowers, electric lawn mowers, chainsaws, and more. They are really trying to bring universal battery coverage to many of their tools. That’s why they have a huge line of 20V products.

Dewalt is known for a ton of different tools.

While known for their diversity of products, they aren’t necessarily known for being power or durability driven. That’s why you see commercial HVAC folks and contractors using Makita and Milwaukee tools mostly.

November 16, 2021April 20, 2024

The Dewalt 20V Leaf Blower Is Great For Backyard Use

The Dewalt 20V leaf blower is a light, handheld, electric blower from Dewalt’s 20V series of equipment. Whether moving leaves across your deck or cleaning out the garage, the Dewalt 20V leaf blower can get the job done.

Every fall, interest in battery-powered leaf blowers seems to absolutely peak. For me, however, electric leaf blowers are a year-round tool to get rid of grass clippings, clean my garage, and clear off my patio and deck. With Dewalt being a household name, let’s check out the different features of the blower.

Bottom Line: This Dewalt 20v blower made our list of the top blowers because it is super easy to handle, powerful enough, and has a massive battery system.

Jump ahead in our review:

Dewalt 20V products
Electric vs. gas leaf blowers
Dewalt 20V MAX feature review
Dewalt blower price
The official review

Dewalt 20V MAX electric leaf blower: Features

The Dewalt 20V MAX leaf blower has a lot to like, but a lot to be desired. One of the most necessary items you need in your garage for keeping a neat and manicured lawn, the blower is an investment. Let’s check out some of the features in this blower and who would best benefit from each one.

Pure power

Power is one of the most important things in a blower. While most of the time, we don’t need massive amounts of power to blow the leaves off of our deck, there are other times that it is an absolute must. There is nothing more frustrating than a wet leaf stuck to the deck, or some wet grass clippings clumped onto your driveway.

In those situations, power is of utmost importance. The leaf blower frankly does not have much power. Or perhaps better put, does not have much focused power. Let me explain.

The Dewalt 20V leaf blower has 450 CFM of air output. This is actually on par with some gas blowers and on the higher end for a blower of its size. Sadly, it only outputs 125 mph of air. For comparison, many gas (and even some electric) blowers blow upwards of 200 mph of air.

The reason the Dewalt 20V power does not provide high-speed power is the width of the opening. The blower itself has a very wide opening, so despite all of the air coming out, it is not focused into a narrow, more powerful stream. To truly get the right amount of power, you need to use a concentrator attachment.

Usability of the Dewalt 20V Blower

With the shortcomings in power, usability is definitely impacted as well. The lower airspeed output means that you will want to use this blower in certain situations. The blower will work well with dry leaves, dry grass clippings, or other lightweight debris like sawdust.

What the Dewalt 20V leaf blower lacks in power, it makes up for in comfort and ease of use. This blower comes in at just over 7 lbs, making it one of the lightest blowers on the market. The variable trigger and speed lock allow for easy power adjustments and a more comfortable overall experience.

Love how the handle here is similar to a power drill – made for comfort.

Another important feature of the 20V MAX leaf blower from Dewalt is the low amount of noise during operations. This is great for not frustrating your neighbors! There is nothing worse than being woken up by a super loud gas blower that sounds like it will never finish the job. The Dewalt 20V max leaf blower makes the same amount of noise as the background of a business office.

The last piece I will say about this blower is that it is a part of the 20V series from Dewalt. This makes usability slightly easier by simply shifting the battery from one tool to the next and only taking up one plug for all related tools in that line. This is a big plus for Dewalt loyalists!

Maintenance and durability

This blower will require absolutely no maintenance. One thing to love about the Dewalt 20V Max leaf blower is the brushless motor. Remember earlier on in this post I talked about burning through two electric blowers? Well the blowers I had before were not brushless, so after periods of long use the engine would burn out. Brushless blowers are impervious to the friction that occurs in traditional blower engines, making them last significantly longer.

Price (regular and tool only)

The Dewalt 20V leaf blower will run you just over $200. The Dewalt 20V blower tool-only comes in at about $150, which is a great deal. You can purchase the tool-only version from Amazon for a great price or grab it from your local Home Depot (check price here).

Sadly, I don’t think this is a high-value blower. For slightly more money, you could get a much more powerful blower (like this one from Ryobi) or a gas powered backpack blower (like the Husqvarna 150BT).

The official review: Dewalt 125 mph 450 CFM 20V leaf blower

Feature	Dewalt 20V leaf blower	Comparable blowers
Difficulty to use	Easier to start	Easier to start
Durability	Avg. durability	Avg. durability
Maintenance	No maintenance	No maintenance
Value	Moderate value	Low to medium value
For lots <10,000 sq. ft	Highly recommended	Highly recommended
For lots <1 acre	Recommended in certain situations	Less recommended
For lots >1 acre	Not recommended	Less recommended

Why we review battery powered blowers

Dewalt 20V products

Dewalt has a series of 20V MAX compatible battery products. Simply buy the battery once, and you can use it across over 200 products. For example, the same battery that powers this leaf blower is one that powers the hedge trimmer (click here to see the review we did).

The benefits of having interchanging battery-powered tools are two-fold. The first benefit is the storage space in your garage. I have a few outlets that are constantly taken up by different battery-powered tools. One for my Ryobi, one for my Black and Decker tools, and another for Dewalt. With only having one battery for all of your tools, you can save space and wire clutter in your garage.

The other benefit of having interchanging battery-powered tools is a lower cost. Typically when you buy an electric tool, you pay for the tool AND the battery. With a product in Dewalt’s 20V MAX line of tools, you can purchase each tool as “tool-only”. This leaves out the battery and takes a good chunk off of the overall cost of each tool.

Electric vs. gas-powered leaf blowers

Obviously you have two options when selecting a leaf blower: electric or gas.They are worlds apart in just about every aspect. Electric leaf blowers tend to be cheaper, less powerful, but easier to maintain. As I have mentioned in previous posts, I used to have a Ryobi leaf blower attachment that came on their 3-in-1 tool kit. I have now gone through two of the leaf blower heads in which they start making a high pitch scraping noise when I am using it.

There are exceptions in the electric leaf blower world. One of those is the Ryobi 40V Brushless whisper series blower. It is quiet, extremely powerful, and built to last. It is, however, one of the most expensive electric blowers you can buy.

Gas blowers are superior from a power and durability standpoint. They are super strong, last many seasons, and quickly get the job done. They do require maintenance, gas, and crank-starts, which are a little more difficult for most people. I always recommend an electric blower for smaller yards, whereas larger yards are better served with gas blowers.

October 19, 2021April 20, 2024

Dewalt’s 60V Chainsaw Provides Raw Power: My Experience

The DeWalt 60V Chainsaw comes from of the most trusted tool brands in American history. The company has been around since WW1 so you know they put out a good product.

DeWalt is actually owned by Stanley Black & Decker. All these companies are intertwined somehow.

This 60V chainsaw incorporates DeWalt’s new FLEXVOLT battery technology. Basically the interchangeable battery back “flexes” it’s voltage to the appropriate setting for the particular type of tool it’s attached to. So the same battery that runs this chainsaw can also run your drill or grinder but at a reduced voltage. Saving you tons on runtime and energy on the jobsite. How about that!?

Here is what we will review today:

Chainsaws 101
Dewalt 60V Chainsaw Power
Maintenance and chain system
Criticisms of the Dewalt chainsaw
The official review of the Dewalt 60V chainsaw

Dewalt has a few other products we have reviewed including their 20V hedge trimmer and their 20V lawn mower as well as their Dewalt Air Compressors.

Dewalt Chainsaw Review: Features

On to the product review itself… Man I thought there was no way an electric chainsaw would stand up to the likes of Stihl or Husqvarna but this buddy ain’t no joke! This saw cuts about 70 6×6 inch logs per charge.

Is that enough? Seems like a lot to me.

Power and cutting ability

For the average homeowner or small-scale professional this should be ample power! If not, you could buy another battery pack. This uses a lithium ion battery so there should be no power drain, basically you keep cutting at the exact same rate until the battery runs out. That’s pretty cool man.

Chain system operations

This chainsaw comes stocked with a tool-free chain tensioning system. This is big. If you’ve ever tried to adjust the tension of a chainsaw with a tool you’ll know what I’m talking about. Last year I took down a Bradford pear (these stupid trees should be illegal in my opinion) in my front yard and spent half the dang time adjusting the tension. It was very obnoxious.

At this point, we were already sold – so we got it on Amazon. You can check the price by following this link.

Maintaining the Dewalt electric chainsaw

A pretty much standard function on all chainsaws now is the auto-oiling system for chain lubrication. Honestly, I didn’t even know you had to put chain oil in chainsaws when I first started. I thought it was like oil for your car that you just changed out periodically. Burned up a good Stihl chain that way. Whoops. You live and you learn.

This product is not extremely light like you’d think it would be for an electric saw. It weighs just over 12 lbs which isn’t light. I guess I could use the workout but after a while my arms would be worn out.

Downsides to this chainsaw

Some of the cons I’ve seen in other reviews are the chain cover is made of plastic and easily slips around. This causes you to need to tighten the bar and chain constantly.

For a small job I don’t think this is a huge deal. I’ve also seen quite a few complaints about the oil reservoir being too small. Every chainsaw I’ve ever used has a small oil reservoir. That’s pretty par for the course honestly.

Another issue I’ve seen has been the battery being difficult to remove. I could see that as a pretty sizable annoyance but nothing to cause me not to buy the product.

The Dewalt 60V chainsaw has more power than meets the eye.

My Recommendation: This is a keeper

Ultimately, would I recommend you buy this? If you live on an acre with some moderately sized trees or own a small landscaping company where you’d need to do occasional trimming, yes. I think the power and battery life would more than suffice for your project needs. If you’re doing a lot of big cutting then you’d need something a little more substantial.

This fireman is using it according to Dewalt.

Dewalt has some great 60V lawn tools like their string trimmer, which we reviewed.

Where to buy Dewalt battery-powered chainsaw

Dewalt tools, including this chainsaw can be found online at Home Depot and picked up in store. Check out the price at Home Depot here.

We always recommend grabbing products like this on Amazon because you can check for sales frequently. You can go straight to this product on Amazon by clicking here.

Why we review lawn tools

How chainsaws came about

Chainsaws as we know them today have been around for about a hundred years or so. They started out in California when Samuel Bens was cutting down giant redwoods. Can you imagine cutting down one of those big huge trees with a hand saw? Gotta be impossible, right? There had to be a better way. The original products were actually used by two people and not on a bar like they are today. Talk about danger.

Wow. Dangerous. Photo cred: Antique trader.

Nowadays they’re more compact and used by a single operator. They can be electric or gas powered chainsaws. Most people assume gas is more powerful and rightly so. But the tides are beginning to run as battery technology continues to evolve. People use chainsaws to cut down trees, knock off limbs, harvest wood and scare people during Halloween!

What To Look For In a Chainsaw

A solid chainsaw is one of the most important tools a homeowner can have. Buying the right one is absolutely essential to your kids thinking you’re a cool man or woman. Chainsaws come in a variety of different shapes, sizes, type and models. Most are either gas or electric powered. Depending on your application of course, most people can get away with a 14” bar and chain. Unless you’re cutting up massive trees you probably don’t need anything bigger than that.

In addition to that, most people nowadays can probably get away with an electric model vs a more powerful, smoother cutting gas powered model. But it’s all personal preference. However, honestly I tend to always go with the bigger more powerful engines because I think they’ll last longer. So far that’s proven to be true, but I could just be wasting money.

Just make sure your chainsaw at least has a kickback reduction feature. This prevents you from losing one of your precious fingers! You only have 10 of them ya know! Kickback reductions can be in the form of the chain or bar itself. Basically these just prevent you from cutting too aggressively which prevents your saw from bouncing back on you. Or a chain brake which causes the chain to stop when it hits something hard or moves too abruptly

Other features that are nice to have are more comfort-centric. These include tool-less tensioners, mufflers, anti-vibration, automatic chain oilers, etc.

To summarize, look for:

Bar length
Kicback reduction
Anti-vibration technology
Automatic chain oilers

October 4, 2021April 9, 2024

My Experience With Dewalt’s 20V Self-Propelled Mower

The Dewalt Self-Propelled lawn mower is a 20V machine that is trying to break into the electric mower space. The electric mower space has been dominated by folks like Ryobi, Greenworks, EGO Power+ and more.

Me and my son picking it up from the store!

Traditional companies like Dewalt, Black and Decker, and others have been slower entrants (think Tesla vs. Ford) but are now dipping their toes into the water. That being said, Dewalt’s self-propelled electric mower must undergo our intense scrutiny process.

SPOILER:

This is actually a sweet mower with the longest run-time of just about any battery-powered mower. It isn’t the most popular mower on the market, but this electric mower is certainly gaining steam (or electrons).

The Dewalt 20V mower can be found at Home Depot’s website where you can buy online or pick it up in store.

Oh and if you like Dewalt’s mower, check out their newest lineup of string trimmers – from 20V to 60V.

Today we are going to talk about the following, keep reading or click the links below to jump to a specific section.

First impressions
Breaking down the features
All things 20V battery
Dewalt vs Greenworks vs Ryobi mowers
The Official Breakdown

First impressions of the Dewalt self propelled lawn mower

I must admit, I have my doubts when it comes to electric lawn mowers. Other electric mowers that I have reviewed have had issues with battery life. The self propelling function of the mower can easily chew through battery and have you with a half-mowed lawn and a wasted weekend afternoon.

Interestingly, the Dewalt battery-powered outdoor line used to be 40V products. These have since been discontinued. The majority of equipment is now 20V, with a mower that requires two 20V batteries. Makes sense if you don’t think about it.

We have reviewed some of the other 20V Dewalt products, including their updated leaf blower and their powerful cordless hedge trimmer.

Dewalt is a company that is highly regarded for their tools and outdoor equipment, so I was willing to give it a go. Let’s check out some of the features of this mower.

This mower is really easy to use

Frankly, all electric lawn mowers are very usable. They are quiet, light, store easily, and do not bother your neighbors. In other words, they are boring. The Dewalt self propelled lawn mower comes with a push to start button and will begin walking for you once you get it going.

The Dewalt mower has a slight edge over other electric mowers in that it is about 5lbs lighter than its competitors. One thing I love about how easy to use this is is the push-to-start feature. This is an often overlooked feature because we are all so used to pulling the dang cord to get our mower started.

It also features a great self-propelled function that will lurch the mower forward so that you don’t have to push as hard. This is a great feature if you mow have a challenging and bumpy lawn.

The metal deck and brushless motor make this durable

One thing I appreciate about this model is the wide steel deck. Having a wide steel deck will make the mower feel less “plastic” and make the mower last much longer. A wide deck on a lawn mower also helps with a cleaner cut with less passes.

The metal deck of the Dewalt self-propelled lawn mower provides more durability than other electric mowers.

Dewalt knows this is one of the more durable electric mowers on the market and has put their money on the line by offering a three year warranty. They also offer one year of free service (which you will not need) and a ninety day money back guarantee. This basically gives you an entire free spring season to try it out. If you don’t like it, you can get your money back.

Battery life on the Dewalt self-propelled lawn mower

Battery life issues on electric mowers are what drive me CRAZY. The Dewalt electric mower has a pair of batteries that you can use to get this baby fired up. What I absolutely LOVE about this mower is the run time. The run time is 75 minutes on this mower which puts it as best in class.

Compare the 75 minutes on the Dewalt mower to 40 or 45 with the Ryobi one. This gives it a huge advantage over its competitors.

Lithium-ion batteries are great because they don’t slowly sputter and weaken your lawn mower when the battery gets low. The machine will continue to run full speed until there is nothing left in it.

Using the Dewalt battery with other Dewalt tools

Just like Ryobi and some of the other multi-electric tool companies, you can use the batteries from this mower on other Dewalt devices. This feature is of course to build brand loyalty. After all, if you already are charging Dewalt batteries in your garage, why would you want to add others?

The Dewalt 20V hedge trimmer (that I have also reviewed).

Due to Dewalt’s massive suite of products, you can use the batteries from this mower on over 200 products of Dewalt’s. The closest competitors only have maybe 40-50 tools that can also use their battery. I have personally used and tried the Dewalt 20V hedge trimmer and review it here as well as the Dewalt 60V chainsaw and the 20V blower.

If you already have the Dewalt batteries in other tools of yours, you can purchase this mower for a reduced price as a “tool-only” option. For those that are Dewalt loyals, you can rest assured that your loyalty will be rewarded.

The Dewalt line of 20V products has over 200 products that can take a 20V battery.

Where it is made

This does not matter to some people, but to me it does. This mower is made in the good ole’ United States of America. Most electric mowers are made in China and shipped over. For those that care to support an American-made product, check out this mower.

Storage

One of the beauties of electric mowers is their light weight and storage capabilities. This mower is no different. You can basically fold this mower in half and stand it up on its side. When folded, it sticks straight up and can be pushed into a tight space in your garage, crawlspace, shed, or wherever else you can make room. In the below picture that I got from Dewalt’s website, this gentleman is putting the mower in his truck. It is a great example of how the mower can be used, but sadly there is not a single blade of grass anywhere near this man (LMAO).

The great thing about storing an electric mower is that it will fire right back up when winter is over. Gas mowers may require a little bit of oil and gas plus several yanks of the cord. This one will start back up at the press of a button.

Should I use the bag on this Dewalt mower?

I am almost never a fan of using bags on mowers. The bag will keep the grass clippings off of your lawn. While this can be aesthetically pleasing, your yard actually can benefit from these nutrients.

With electric mowers, every second of battery life counts. Keeping a bag full of damp grass to weigh down the motor and cause it to exert more energy is a loss in my opinion. Do not slow down your mow and go bag free!

To self-propel or not to self-propel?

This mower comes in two options: standard push and self-propelled. The self-propelled option is nice for those that like an easier experience when going up hills or over rough terrain like long grass. The downside of self-propelled mowers will be the battery life reduction you will experience by keeping that function on.

The push option is your standard push mower. Nothing sexy but gives you great exercise.

Cost and value of the Dewalt self-propelled lawn mower

While certainly more expensive than similar bodied gas mowers (like the Troy Bilt push I reviewed), the Dewalt comes in at the lower end of the price range.

This mower has almost all of the same features of the Greenworks mower, but about $70 less currently. This mower ranges from about $400-$450 and has better battery life. The added benefit for those that already own Dewalt tools and have other uses for these batteries makes it a clear winner.

Dewalt vs Greenworks vs Ryobi

As you may know, I have also reviewed the a similar mower from our friends at Greenworks as well as the various mowers made by Ryobi. To be frank, the Dewalt one is the only that appeals to me from an aesthetics perspective. The Greenworks and Ryobi mowers are neon-green and stick out like a sore thumb.

While the Dewalt self propelled mower is slightly more expensive, I think it is the best buy of the three. The metal deck allows for more durability despite being slightly heavier. I also like the Ryobi mower, but the compatibility with other tools is less than Dewalt. I also like Dewalt’s tools more than Ryobi, so would rather build out an entire suite of Dewalt products than Ryobi.

Greenworks is really on an island from a battery perspective, so unless you have no other Dewalt or Ryobi tools with the appropriate battery, I would ignore this one altogether.

The official review of the Dewalt self-propelled lawn mower

It can be found at Home Depot’s website where you can buy online or pick it up in store.

Feature	Rating
Difficulty to use	Less difficult than gas
Durability	More durable compared to other electric mowers
Maintenance	Easiest to maintain
Value	High value for an electric mower, lower value if including gas mowers
For lots <10,000 sq. ft	Highly recommended
For lots <1 acre	Not recommended unless keeping spare batteries around
For lots >1 acre	Not recommended

For links to the manual or to parts for the Dewalt electric lawn mower, check out the below:

Parts: https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/c6/c631e257-3382-4203-9b6a-731054ade1be.pdf

Manual: https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/d5/d50d81b3-4e7a-4e98-9e1f-ae2596dbdd2c.pdf

September 29, 2021April 8, 2024

Why I Love The Dewalt 20V MAX Hedge Trimmer

The Dewalt Hedge Trimmer 20V DCHT820B is a cordless trimmer used for folks trying to clean up their overgrown bushes around their yard. Cordless trimmers are handy for those that like to cover a longer distance without being weighed down or restricted by a cord.

Cordless hedge trimmers are popular even for the most novice of yard groomers. This Dewalt Hedge Trimmer is one of the few trimmers I have experienced that I truly have a strong opinion on.

Here’s a quick breakdown of my experience with the Dewalt hedge trimmer. Keep scrolling if you want to read more! Follow this link to watch my video review on Youtube as well.

Dewalt crushed it by providing a nice rubber molded grip that makes it really easy to handle
The brushless motor means this was built for durability
This Dewalt hedge trimmer is part of the 20V MAX series with dozens of other tools
I used it on my backyard and loved it.

Buckle up and let me review the Dewalt hedge trimmer. Click below to jump ahead:

Corded vs. Cordless hedge trimmers
Using this hedge trimmer
Cost and value
The official review: who should and should NOT buy this trimmer

Dewalt has really stepped up their game and even made a sleek cordless lawn mower and some really sweet leaf blowers as well. They have a history of great gas products, too, like their huge Dewalt 3400 PSI pressure washer.

How I tested this

I borrowed this hedge trimmer from my brother-in-law for a Youtube video I recorded. It was a great time of year to put it to the test on some bushes in my backyard.

When I was using this hedge trimmer, I was testing it for a few things. Obviously power, but also handling and comfort, battery run-time and charge time, and overall value (price compared to performance).

I’ve tested a bunch of these now and this one was a big surprise.

Using this hedge trimmer is easy and comfortable

Dewalt is known for having a high quality, residential suite of products. Most folks in the construction or commercial landscaping industry are not using Dewalt, but it is one of the most popular brands for folks like you and me walking around Home Depot.

The Dewalt 20V hedge trimmer is super light!

The hedge trimmer is highly usable for residential consumers. As is any other cordless trimmer, the Dewalt is easy to pick up and take wherever you need around your yard.

Further, another aspect of this is the compatibility of the battery. The hedge trimmer comes with a 20V battery that is usable with all of its 20V products. In fact, the Dewalt lawn mower uses the same battery – talk about convenience!

Yep, that means if you own a Dewalt power drill or other battery powered device from them, you can just keep one battery charged and open up space in your garage.

Try to purchase the tool-only version

Tool only means that the hedge trimmer comes without a battery. This is super convenient for Dewalt loyalists who want to leverage their existing suite of 20V tools from Dewalt. Simply pop the battery on to the back and fire up the trimmer, just like any other Dewalt tool you own.

Comfortable grips make a difference

A positive to having a 20V battery is that this will be a relatively light weight hedge trimmer. Additionally, a lack of a cord to lug around will make this tool feel like a feather.

Also, I may be too accustomed to my twenty-year old corded hedge trimmer, but I sensed that this trimmer had much less vibration. Particularly when you first pull this out of the box, the lightweight feel, lack of vibration, and sharp blades make the first few cuts feel really nice.

This hedge trimmer has some serious power

This hedge trimmer boasts a 5.0Ah Lithium Ion battery. While this sounds impressive, you are only going to get so much power out of a battery-powered hedge trimmer.

The first time I ever used a hedge trimmer I pictured it being like using one of those big lumberjack chainsaws. I was disappointed to say the least when I started using one and could not cut through a ¾” inch thick branch.

I am not alone in thinking that this tool does not have the power that you would want or expect. Other reviews that I have read online have pointed out that the hedge trimmer can take a few passes over the same spot to truly get a good cut.

Conversely, the good news here from a low power hedge trimmer is that for most people using this tool, it will not really impact you that much. Most people are used to hedge trimmers taking a few passes because most people (me) wait too long to cut their bushes and end up having to take a million passes to get it trimmed.

For those that obsess over their circular-shaped bushes, this will leave some power to be desired.

Depth matters for cutting thick branches

Something that cracks me up about all of the measurements and data points provided by Dewalt is the trimmer depth. Basically, Dewalt measures the length of the blades and says that length is how thick of a bush it can cut. In your dreams.

Finally, if you think a hedge trimmer can cut through a three quarters of an inch branch, you have gullible written on your forehead. While this product can cut to a depth of three quarters of an inch, it will only get you through a very leafy, brushy hedge.

Cost and value

The Dewalt 20V Hedge Trimmer is selling for anywhere between $200 and $250 from what I can tell. The tool only Dewalt 20V Hedge trimmer sells for about $130 to $150.

Comparable brands like Black and Decker, Greenworks, and Craftsman have virtually identical trimmers for about the same or LESS cost.

In my opinion, the true value of this product is not anything inherent to the product itself. Most battery powered cordless hedge trimmers are going to perform the same. Those who purchase a cordless trimmer for tasks around their relatively small to medium sized yards will be totally fine purchasing any of these.

Who should buy this?

The value of purchasing a Dewalt 20V hedge trimmer comes most to those who already own a suite of Dewalt 20V battery powered items. The tool-only version of this hedge trimmer is significantly cheaper. If you have a 20V battery for this already, you can save a good amount of money, garage space, and electricity by sticking with this brand.

Who should NOT buy this hedge trimmer?

If you have a suite of products from Ryobi, Craftsman, or any of the other brands that have compatible batteries, I do not recommend purchasing this product. Try to find a hedge trimmer with compatible batteries and similar features.

The final review: Dewalt DCHT820B Cordless Hedge Trimmer

You can grab the Dewalt DCHT820B on Amazon right now for a great price. If you already have the battery, you can save even more money by using this link to get a tool-only version from Amazon.

If you don’t like Amazon, its also available at Home Depot, where you can buy online or pick it up in store.

Feature	Rating
Difficulty to use	Less difficult than corded
Durability	Average
Maintenance	Easiest to maintain
Value	High value for Dewalt 20V loyalists, medium to low for others
For lots <10,000 sq. ft	Highly recommended
For lots <1 acre	Not recommended unless keeping spare batteries around
For lots >1 acre	Not recommended

Why we started The Lawn Review

Corded vs Cordless hedge trimmers

Hedge trimmers come in corded and cordless fashions. Corded trimmers have been the default and most popular trimmers on the market for a long time. Trimmers that require you to keep them plugged in have a few negatives, however.

Corded hedge trimmers

I have always used a corded hedge trimmer and the most frustrating part to me is that it comes unplugged pretty easily. I find myself stepping on it, getting it caught on a branch, or tangling my arm around it. Another negative to the long cord is the limited reach provided by the cord. Even for bushes close to my house, I can reach the end of the cord pretty quickly if I am getting on a ladder to cut a tall hedge.

My classic Craftsman corded hedge trimmer doesn’t fail.

Lastly, and this one is probably irrational, but I tend to feel like I am going to get the cord caught in the trimmer and cut it off. This has never happened but it stresses me out when I am working in the yard.

Cordless hedge trimmers

Cordless hedge trimmers are definitely more functional for spending time out in the yard. My concerns about cutting off the wire, getting tangled in wire, and becoming unplugged all go out the window. You will also have a longer range for cutting than you would with a traditional corded hedge trimmer.

Not to mention, if a sibling or friends wants to borrow the Dewalt Hedge trimmer 20V, you don’t have to worry about lugging around a heavy extension cord.

This one made our list of some of our favorite cordless hedge trimmers!