With cordless shears, you save energy when cutting a wide variety of materials in the home and garden. But be careful: cordless shears are not always the same. There are several variants with different purposes. You can find out what these are and what you should also pay attention to when buying in our guide.
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Bosch Professional 12V System cordless universal scissors GUS 12V-300 (without batteries and charger, in a box)
89.17 EUR To the product| Type | universal scissors |
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| Max material thickness | approx. 11mm |
| blade material | multimaterial |
| battery capacity | - |
| battery charge time | - |
| Weight | about 1.5kg |
| scope of delivery | cordless scissors only |
The Bosch Professional universal scissors GUS 12V-300 impress primarily with the high processing quality and performance typical of the brand. The advantages include the self-sharpening multi-material blade and the enormous cutting capacity of up to 150 meters per ampere hour of battery charge. Unfortunately, no battery is included in the scope of delivery. However, this can be ordered separately with the desired capacity. Most of the reviewers on Amazon are very positive about the device. Many users state that the cordless shears do what they are supposed to do.
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WORX 20V grass and shrub shears WG801E with battery and charger, incl. 3 different blades
99.99 EUR To the product| Type | Grass and shrub shears |
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| Max material thickness | approx. 15mm |
| blade material | n/a |
| battery capacity | 2.0 Ah |
| battery charge time | n/a |
| Weight | approx. 900 g |
| scope of delivery | Battery, charger, 3 knives |
If you want to buy a cordless shears for grass and shrubs that will convince you all round, this model from WORX is an excellent choice. In addition to the robustly manufactured grass and shrub shears (€68.00), which are extremely lightweight at around 900 grams, a battery with a capacity of 2.0 ampere hours and a charger and also three different knives for grass cutting, topiary and pruning included. The blades can be changed without tools. For most Amazon reviewers, the cordless shears are more than just a good garden helper: They are designed to make cutting work in the garden noticeably more efficient.
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POWERAXIS Electric Scissors, Cordless Scissors with 3 Cutting Blades, Electric Cordless Cutting, 3.6 V Cordless Scissors for Cutting Leather/Potted Plant/Carpet/Cotton/Cardboard-Blue
39.99 EUR To the product| Type | universal scissors |
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| Max material thickness | approx. 6mm |
| blade material | stainless steel |
| battery capacity | 1.5 Ah |
| battery charge time | n/a |
| Weight | about 400g |
| scope of delivery | Battery, charging cable, 3 knives |
The cordless scissors from POWERAXIS is our price-performance winner in the field of universal scissors for the household. Despite the low price, a battery with a capacity of 1.5 Ah, a USB charging cable and three blades are part of the comprehensive set. The maximum material thickness of six millimeters that can be cut refers to cotton fabric. With pure paper, more is certainly possible. Almost all reviewers describe the cordless shears as very helpful. The cutting performance also seems to impress. The model is therefore a real bargain full of quality.
Purchase Criteria
Cuttable Materials
What do you want or need to cut with the cordless shears? You should know this in order to be able to decide on a suitable model. There are universal scissors for the household that are capable of cutting cardboard, PVC, foils, thin sheet metal, wallpaper, carpets, leather and other textiles. You can also choose from battery-operated pruning shears (€17.82) - specifically grass, branch and/or shrub shears.
Cuttable material thickness
In addition to the type of material, the material thickness also plays a very important role. Depending on the performance, the respective cordless shears can sometimes handle elements up to eleven millimeters thick - of course always depending on the material. This means that the thickness that can be cut depends on the raw material to be cut for all cordless shears. The manufacturer's product descriptions usually give you clear information about the maximum thickness that can be achieved with which material.
build quality
How well is the respective cordless shears processed? Analyze the materials and be sure to read authentic reviews and customer reviews for quality information. The blades are particularly important. We advise you to prefer a model equipped with sharp and resistant precision stainless steel blades. Ideally, several - different - blade types are included in the scope of delivery. Always make sure that the blades are interchangeable - and also that the manufacturer offers replacement knives.
battery capacity
The battery capacity determines how long you can use the cordless shears at a time before the battery needs to be charged. Technically, the specification is usually in ampere hours (Ah) or sometimes in milliampere hours (mAh). The following applies: the higher the value, the longer the battery lasts. Many manufacturers also state how many meters of a certain material can be managed with the fully charged battery. Example: "240 meters of cardboard, 150 meters of carpeting".
battery charge time
Of course, the battery charging time is also of interest. How long does the battery take to fully charge? Most models take two to three hours to charge. Our tip: If you want to implement larger projects without hours of interruption, you should equip yourself with a second battery right away.
handling
Handling is definitely one of the most important criteria when buying cordless shears. The cutter should fit comfortably in your hand and not tire you too quickly, even after long periods of use. The lowest possible weight and an ergonomic shape are essential for this. Soft grip elements ensure that the scissors do not slip in your hand. After receiving your chosen model, test it in practice to see if you feel comfortable with the device. Otherwise, send the cordless shears back and order an alternative version.
scope of delivery
What's included? In the best case, you get the cordless shears with a suitable - high-quality - battery and charger as well as several blades for the cutting head. Rarely does the package also include a spare battery. Please note that some cordless shears do not come with a battery at all. You must then order this separately.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What are cordless shears and what are they used for?
Cordless scissors are battery-powered scissors that make cutting various materials child's play. Whether leather, plastic panels, thick cardboard or grass, branches and bushes - depending on the specific type of cordless shears, you can cut the examples listed and other elements almost effortlessly.
What types of cordless shears are there?
Cordless scissors are primarily cordless universal scissors for the household, i.e. for cutting various materials from paper to foils and wallpaper to leather and carpets. In addition, there are the more specific specimens for grass (cordless grass shears), shrubs (cordless shrub shears) or branches (cordless pruning shears). But whichever variant you need - the purchase criteria to be considered are similar.
Which brands offer good cordless shears?
Well-known and popular brands for household universal scissors are, for example, Bosch and POWERAXIS. If you want cordless shears for the garden, Gardena, Makita and Black+Decker are among the most popular manufacturers. Combined grass and shrub shears are also available from Einhell, Ryobi and WORX, among others. We recommend that you prefer a branded product.
Where is the best place to buy cordless shears?
Solid to first-class cordless shears are available in all well-stocked hardware stores, whether Bauhaus, toom, hagebaumarkt, OBI or Hornbach. If you need cordless shears for the garden, you will also find them in gardening shops. Amazon offers a large selection and generally a pleasant shopping experience with a simple ordering and return system.
How much does a cordless shears cost on average?
Both household universal scissors and grass, branch and shrub shears are available in solid quality from around 30 euros. Most versions cost between 40 and 70 euros. The more powerful the respective cordless shears are, the more they usually cost. The brand also often plays a role - the models from well-known manufacturers are generally more expensive.
equipment
(Replacement) battery
If the battery is not included in the scope of delivery, you must also order the lithium-ion battery that matches the model. If the battery is already included, it can still make sense to buy another one as a replacement. You then have the option of continuing to work with the second battery while the empty battery recharges its batteries.
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