STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears
Convenient and lightweight cordless shrub shears, perfect for precise trimming of hedges, shrubs, and lawn edges. Designed with interchangeable blades and an ergonomic grip for comfortable use. Available with or without a battery and charger.
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About the STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears
Part of STIHL’s AS System, the STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears offer a compact and versatile solution for trimming shrubs, shaping plants, and tidying lawn edges.
(Please note this product can be bought as the shell only, where it does not come with a battery or charger, or as a ‘kit’ where it comes with a battery and a battery charger.)
STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears Technical Details
Weighing just 0.8 kg (without the battery), the STIHL HSA 26 is lightweight and easy to handle, making it ideal for precise trimming tasks. Powered by a 10.8V AS 2 lithium-ion battery, it delivers consistent performance as part of STIHL’s AS System.
The shrub blade has a cutting length of 20 cm and can handle branches up to 8 mm thick. Its specially designed cutter geometry ensures stems are held securely during cutting, resulting in clean, precise results.
The 12 cm grass trimmer blade is ideal for edging and maintaining smaller grass areas, offering excellent control in tighter spaces.
Dual Blade System for Versatility
The STIHL HSA 26 is supplied with both shrub and grass cutting blades, allowing you to tackle multiple garden tasks with one tool.
The shrub blade is perfect for shaping small-leaved shrubs, hedges, and ornamental plants, while the grass blade is ideal for trimming lawn edges and detailed finishing work.
Switching between blades is quick and easy thanks to the tool-free blade change system, allowing you to adapt the tool in seconds without additional equipment.
Handling the STIHL HSA 26
The ergonomically designed STIHL HSA 26 features a rubberised, non-slip control handle. This provides a secure grip, improves comfort, and allows for greater control during detailed cutting tasks.
Its lightweight, well-balanced design reduces fatigue, making it comfortable to use for extended periods.
High Cutting Performance
Despite its compact size, the STIHL HSA 26 delivers impressive cutting performance. The high cutting speed and two-sided shrub blade ensure fast, clean cuts, helping you achieve a neat, professional finish.
The LED Charge-Level Indicator
By simply pressing a button, you can view the remaining battery charge via the LED indicator. This allows you to plan your work effectively and avoid interruptions.
On a full charge, the AS 2 battery provides up to 110 minutes of operation, equivalent to trimming around 30 box shrubs.
Kit Options
The STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears are available in two configurations to suit different needs.
Shell Only: Includes the shrub shears with both shrub and grass blades, along with blade scabbards for safe storage. Batteries and charger are not included, making this ideal for users who already own STIHL AS System tools.
Complete Kit: Includes the HSA 26 shrub shears, AS 2 battery, AL 1 charger, shrub and grass blades, and a durable carry bag with wall-mounting eyelets for convenient storage.
These options make it easy to choose the right setup, whether adding to your AS System or starting fresh.
Convenient Storage and Transport
The included carry bag allows for easy storage and transport of the shears, blades, battery, and charger. It features eyelets for wall-mounting, keeping your tools organised and accessible.
Each blade also includes a dedicated scabbard for safe storage and protection.
STIHL Warranty
STIHL is one of Europe’s oldest and most respected manufacturers of handheld power tools.
This STIHL HSA 26 is supplied with a 2-year domestic warranty as standard.
STIHL HSA 26 Accessories
Want to make trimming your lawn edges easier? We recommend the STIHL HSA 26 Telescopic Shaft for a handle extension of 95 to 110 cm – no more bending down! Check out the HSA 26 telescopic shaft in action including operational instructions.
To prolong the life of the blades we recommend using the STIHL Superclean Resin Solvent, which dissolves sap and resin ensuring the blades remain clean and function smoothly.
STIHL’s AS Battery System Tools
The STIHL HSA 26 is part of STIHL’s AS System, a range of compact, manoeuvrable tools designed for precision gardening. All tools in the range can be powered by the interchangeable AS 2 battery.
STIHL HSA 26 Top Tips
1) When you have finished using the shears, remove the battery and clean with a soft cloth
2) Don’t let the battery get wet or damp and don’t use it in extreme hot or cold temperatures
3) Store the shears in a clean and dry area and out of the reach of children – a carry case is included
STIHL HSA 26 FAQs
Q. What is the difference between STIHL HSA 45 and HSA 26?
A. Both are cordless tools designed for garden maintenance. The HSA 45 is a hedge trimmer suited to larger tasks due to its longer blade and greater power; the HSA 26 is designed for more detailed and precise shaping of smaller plants and lawn edges.
Q. How long does the battery last on STIHL HSA 26?
A. It depends on the conditions and what is being cut, but on average a single charge of the AS 2 battery will provide up to 110 minutes of operation which is around 30 box shrubs.
Designed for homeowners and garden enthusiasts, the STIHL HSA 26 combines lightweight handling with precise cutting performance for a wide range of trimming and edging tasks. Compact, easy to use, and part of STIHL’s AS System, it’s a versatile tool for everyday garden maintenance.
Key Features of the STIHL HSA 26
How to Use and Maintain the STIHL HSA 26
Who is the STIHL HSA 26 suitable for?
STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Shrub Shears Technical Information
- Rated Voltage: 11 V
- Max Voltage: 12 V
- Power: 0.10 kW ¹⁾
- Battery System: AS
- Recommended Battery: AS 2
- Stroke Rate: 2200 r/min
- Cutter Blade Length: 20 cm
- Tooth Spacing: 19 mm
- Device Weight (Without Battery): 0.8 kg ²⁾
- IP Rating: IPX1
- Max Battery Working Time (AS 2): 110 min ³⁾
- Sound Pressure Level: 72 dB(A) ⁴⁾
- Sound Power Level: 80 dB(A) ⁴⁾
- Vibration Level (Right): 1 m/s² ⁵⁾
1)Mechanical power as comparative value to petrol appliance 2)including blades 3)The indicated working times per battery charge are indicative and may vary depending on the application and operating mode 4)K-value according to Directive 2006/42/EC = 2.0 dB(A) 5)K-value according to RL 2006/42/EG = 2 m/s²
djrule55 –
An ideal tool for those delegate areas, good battery life and supplied by an excellent company, great efficient service.
John –
Light, cuts very well and does not strain my arthritic wrist.
D Corbett –
Good product promptly supplied
Kathie Clothier –
Very easy to use and quiet.
Kevin –
Well made bit of kit,not cheap but well worth it.Bought for my wife and she loves it.Good battery life and with the additional extending handle is great for trimming lawn edges.Also got an extra battery at the same time to make sure of a fresh battery incase one ran out but have still to use it.
Julius Schoonhoven –
Great bit of kit, light to handle and a good balance. Mostly used for the odd trimming of hedging and especially the smaller shears work best. The second battery is great for a fays work on site. ( also if you have the pruning chainsaw!)
Kevin Bunker –
Stihl hsa cordless shears. As usual with stihl good quality piece of kit
Mike –
Great product
Marion Burrell –
As a professional gardener for over 20 years I have used my fair share of garden tools but these cordless shears ( bought with the long handled extension) are above and beyond anything I have used previously. Excellent quality and makes cutting light hedging and grass edges extremely easy. Thrilled!
Anonymous –
This tool is everything expected, it works well, is robust and sharp – so mind your fingers
Callum Haywood –
Great bit of kit.
Steve –
Excellent tool
Silversurfer21 –
Extremely happy with my electric hand shears and clippers. I have managed to use both this month trimming back small shrubs etc and all done in double quick time! I should have treated myself to these years ago.
John –
Good for small garden jobs
Richard Shepherd-Barron –
Brilliant product. Works very efficiently. Second one in family. Battery lasts a surprising lerngth of time.
Only downside of purchase – Garden Mavhinery Direct delivery was at glacial speed!
Kath Birchall –
So pleased I bought these trimmers. They’re doing a superb job in my large garden with lots of shrubs which usually take ages to trim with ordinary shears.
Ian –
Good piece of kit for light jobs when full size hedge trimmer is OYP
Jayne Mahon –
Absolutely brilliant very light and easy to use did the job really well highly recommend
John Hateley –
Very good product for the jobs its designed to do
Slumber –
So pleased I purchased the Stihl trimmer. So easy to use, light to handle and made easy work of trimming some topiary bushes.
Diane –
Great bit of kit
Vicky –
It does what it says
Maxine Tomkiss –
Excellent product, easy to use
alistair –
Great shears
Loses a point as a strap in the case broke within 10 mins of opening the box!
Leszek Mielczarek –
Very good product, I used many times, so far so good
MRS LINDA MARTIN –
Lightweight and easy to handle but has trimmed my hedges/topiary bushes easily
C – Surrey –
Light weight and cuts well. I have used both attachments to cut low hedges (box lavender) shape topiary and trim the wedge of a small grass path.
Really please with my choice.
Trevor Kirby –
These shears are excellent and are perfect for trimming the smaller hedges and shrubs which are too small or where there is limited access for my larger hedge trimmers.
Kate Murray –
Fab. Love both tools. Looked for ages and dithered over cheaper versions but opted for stihl as best on marker imo. Easy to use. Guard on bush cutter does come loose so ALWAYS handle with gloves. Blades are super sharp. Mafe trimming small hedges and bushes so much easier and awkward bits of grass if you dont have a strimmer. Keep your hands AWAY from grass tool when cutting. DONT be tempted to flick grass away when cutting or you will lose fingers! Excellent service and best price i could find from Garden Machinery. Thank you!
David Herbert –
Good tool for keeping lawn edges tidy an for hedges trimmed
Heidi Sweatland –
Had a cheap one before and this is much better
beverly williams –
Brillant just what I wanted
John Rendall –
This product works perfectly, I have had no problems and I picked it up far cheaper than what other companies were offering
Katherine Cox –
It’s Stihl, so as expected superb. A friends original recommendation has resulted in at least 5 others ordering these shears too.
Katherine Cox –
Superb – recommended from a friend who has encouraged at least four of these to be purchased!
David Bennett –
Proper handy garden tool.
Steve –
Totally Unnecessary piece of equipment. Save your money
HUGH THOMAS –
A very useful garden aid, exeee
Mike Cowles –
A premium product which I think will prove worthy of the price. Used twice so far and brilliant at edging my lawn with its varied borders of brick, proprietary edging and concrete path. It was a ‘hands and knees’ job but that was not a problem as I prefer the better control and finish I can achieve than with the optional extension handle (not bought). Easy to hold and with easy controls so I didn’t experience any hand discomfort.
The shrub trimming blade has its limitations (a hedge trimmer it is not of course) but does a good job at shaping the new season growth on shrubs such as box, skimmia and choisya. It also proved useful on small areas of my beech hedging where it encroached on other plants, where a full-on hedge trimmer would be unwieldy. Just don’t expect to cut woody stems without problems and use secateurs for these.
Battery had more than enough power to complete the lawn edging and a few bits of trimming.
Well built, as would be expected from Stihl, with easy blade changes. Like any trimmer the blades need keeping clean (dirt pick up from lawn edge is inevitable) to maintain efficiency, and I noted some grass bits and soil had worked it’s way under the blade mount but were easily removed.
Comes in convenient fold-out tool-roll.
Higher price than many other similar tools but I’m pretty confident that it will outlast them all.
bob wilson –
Will use this company again 100%
Excellent pricing, fast delivery, easy to order and well laid out website with simple stock status icons
Nicola –
Brilliant little interchangeable shears that I have been using for trimming privet hedge, topiary box and holly, and use the smaller head for trimming round flowers on a grass sofa like cutting my husband’s hair during lockdown! Lasts about 15 minutes and charge doesn’t take long: I normally do something else so haven’t timed it. Great for smaller jobs and tight corners.
David H. –
Great little tool for the edges and around the fence posts. Battery life is good and its a sturdy enough tool. Wouldn`t be without it now, makes thing so much easier.
DTH –
Convenient pack and robust quality
John Harding –
A great piece of kit
It’s light and very manageable
Delighted
Mr Lilley –
excellent cordless tool with great battery life.
Steve T –
Excellent tool for the garden