But whether it's time to replace your old tools or you're a first-time buyer looking to get your garden in shape before spring, we've rounded-up some Great Value garden machinery finds, which did well in our test but still come at a reasonable cost.
Breathe new life into your outside spaces.1. Great Value leaf blowers
A leaf blower is a useful tool to keep the hard surfaces in your garden free of fallen autumn leaves, especially if sweeping and raking is becoming too much. If left they can turn into a slippery mess and cause accidents.
This versatile helper is used to gather leaves into piles and saves you plenty of time and energy. You can also opt for a leaf blower vacuum which will suck the leaves up into a collection bag, saving even more time. Put the leaves into your compost heap or or put them in bin bags and leave for 18 months, after which they'll be ready to use as a soil improver.
Check out our Great Value leaf blowers picks below:
Mac Allister MBV18-Li-2 18V 2.0Ah
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This Mac Allister model comes with variable speed trigger and cruise control, so you can adjust the power depending on what type of debris you’re clearing. It weighs 2.2kg, which is on the lighter side.. The removable battery is mounted on the rear end for better balance and takes around an hour to charge.
Black & Decker GWC1820PC
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This cordless Black & Decker leaf blower is one of the lightest we've tested. It's part of the Black & Decker 18V lithium cordless power tool range, it's available to buy with a battery and charger, or without. The battery can be swapped with other tools in the same range such as their chainsaw, hedge trimmer and power drill.
For more information on this leaf blower, including how it fared in our rigorous lab tests, head over to the full or shop below:2. Great Value chainsaws
Chainsaw might not be the first garden tool you think of when it comes to cleaning up your autumn garden, but autumn and winter is a good time prune many deciduous trees and shrubs.
It's also a useful tool for cutting up logs.
Find out which Great Value tools we recommend below:
Titan TTL758CHN
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This corded electric chainsaw is powered by a 230V motor. It has a 3m cable and a 46cm-long chain bar. The chain is tensioned by using the screw on the side of the machine. It weighs 5.1kg making it average weight.
Webb WEECS402200
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The Webb WEECS402200 is a corded electric chainsaw with a 2,200-watt motor and a 6m power cable. It has a bar length of 46cm and weighs 5kg, which is average compared to other models. Chain tension is adjusted by turning a dial on the side.
Discover which chainsaws aced our tests in our3. Great Value hedge trimmers
Autumn is a great time to give a last cut to hedges so they look neat during winter. Wildlife hedges are particularly good to trim as birds won't be nesting.
Keep reading to find out which Great Value hedge trimmers will help you trim off new growth and keep your hedge in top shape:
Titan TTB823HDC
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This corded hedge trimmer weighs 2.8kg, which is about average, has a 10-metre power cord and a large hand guard and a 550-watt motor which helps it cut through branches of all kinds of thickness. It has a 50cm long blade and a tooth width of 26mm, which means it will cut through branches up to that thickness.
.Hyundai HY2188 20V
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Hyundai's lightweight hedge trimmer comes with a 20V 2Ah battery, which is interchangeable with all Hyundai tools using the 20V MAX battery system. It has three indicator lights on the battery to show how much power is left, a large front handle and a rotating rear handle that can be turned 90 degrees to the left or right.
Want to find our more about hedge trimmers before you buy? Read our .4. Great Value lawn mowers
The temperature in the UK drop significantly in autumn, which also means slower rate of growth for your lawn, but that doesn't mean you should to completely stop cutting your grass as it will grow during mild spells over winter. Avoid walking on it if the ground is sodden or frosty as it could damage the turf.
If you need to replace you old mower but don't want to spend a fortune, you should consider these Great Value models:
Flymo Easistore 340R Li 40V
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This lightweight and compact cordless lawn mower from Flymo weighs only 11kg and has a narrow cutting width of 34cm, suiting it to small lawns of less than 50sq m. There are five cutting-height settings on this mower, ranging from 20-60mm. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery will give you 20 minutes of battery life, which should be sufficient for small lawns.
Find out how this cordless lawn mower fared in our rigorous lab tests in the full or compare prices below:Webb WEER36 Classic
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The Classic 36cm is a small, corded electric lawn mower with 1,600W motor and weighing just 11.5kg. The cutting width of 36cm makes it suitable for small and medium gardens of between 50-150 sq m - the bigger the width the faster it covers the ground, but this can also reduce how manoeuvrable your mower is. It comes with a 10-metre power cable, which may mean you'll need to use an extension cord if your lawn is longer than that. There are five cutting heights from 20-70mm, which can be set using a single lever.
Read our guide on to help you find the perfect model for all your grass cutting needs.source https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/great-value-tools-to-get-your-garden-in-shape-a9LFF8g62wmD