
Greenworks ED80L02Greenworks 80V 8in Cordless Edger
Cuts 2.25 in deep with 5 depth positions, the most on this page.
- Power source
- Battery
- Blade diameter
- 8.0 in
- Weight
- 10.3 lb
Choosing a lawn edger starts with the power source. Corded models need an outlet and an extension cord. Battery models move freely, but some ship without a battery or charger. Next, look at max cutting depth, since deeper cuts keep borders crisp. Then check weight, blade size and features such as a curb wheel and tool-free depth adjustment. We put 5 products on one spec sheet so you can compare them side by side. Reviews rely on published specifications and listing details, and gaps are noted where the maker does not publish a spec.
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Ranked from 5 lawn edgers that met our standard, compared on power source, max cutting depth, weight.
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Cuts 2.25 in deep with 5 depth positions, the most on this page.

Ships with a 40V, 160 Wh battery and charger, plus a curb wheel.

Plugs in with a 12 Amp motor, so no battery is needed.
| Spec | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Scoreout of 100 | 75 | 67 | 55 | 52 | 51 |
| Power source | Battery | Battery | Corded electric | Battery | Battery |
| Blade diameterin | 8.0 in | 8.0 in | 7.5 in | 7.0 in | 9.0 in (best in row) |
| Max cutting depthin | 2.25 in (best in row) | — | 1.50 in | 2.00 in | 1.75 in |
| Depth positions | 5 (best in row) | — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Motor powerW | — | — | — | — | 800 W |
| Battery energyWh | — | 160 Wh (best in row) | — | 80 Wh | — |
| Battery and charger included | No | Yes (best in row) | No | No | No |
| Weightlb | 10.3 lb | 11.9 lb | 14.0 lb | 7.1 lb (best in row) | 7.2 lb |
| Adjustable blade angle | — | — | — | — | — |
| Trenching mode | — | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| Curb wheel | Yes | Yes | — | — | — |
| Tool-free depth adjustment | Yes | Yes | — | Yes | — |
| Warrantyyears | 4 years (best in row) | 4 years (best in row) | 3 years | — | — |
We reviewed 22 lawn edgers and kept only the 5 that pass every check below. Those are ranked by a Best Score built from spec fit for this job, sales rank.
These reviews are based on specifications and listing information. Each covers power source, cutting depth and handling for clean lawn borders.
Deepest cut and most depth settings in this group
The Greenworks ED80L02 is a battery edger with an 8 in blade. Its max cutting depth is 2.25 in, the deepest of the four models that list it. That depth matters when you want a clean, crisp border that stays defined after mowing. It also offers 5 depth positions, more than any other edger here.
Handling looks strong on paper. A curb wheel is listed, which helps you track along a driveway or sidewalk edge. Depth changes need no tools, so you can adjust as you move between firm soil and softer beds. At 10.3 lb, it weighs more than the two lightest edgers here but less than the other two.
Check the power setup before you buy. The battery and charger are not included, and the listing says it works with Greenworks 80V batteries sold separately. The 4-year warranty is the longest among the models that list one, tied with the 40V model. It leads our ranking.
VerdictIt is the best fit for crisp, deep borders if you can supply an 80V battery.
Battery included, with an 8 in blade and 160 Wh
This Greenworks edger comes with a 40V battery and charger, so it is ready to run out of the box. The battery is listed at 160 Wh, and the listing names it as 4.0Ah. The 8 in blade matches the top-ranked model, and it ranks second overall.
The maker does not publish a max cutting depth or a count of depth positions. That makes border depth harder to judge than on the models that list it. The listing does say depth adjusts without tools, and a curb wheel is listed. It also mentions use on uneven or sloped ground, which helps if your lawn edges are not flat.
At 11.9 lb, it is heavier than three of the other four edgers here, so long sessions may tire your arms more. Its 4-year warranty ties for the longest among the models that list one. Greenworks also lists a brushless motor, but the motor wattage is not published.
VerdictA ready-to-run 8 in edger, but confirm the cutting depth before you commit.
Corded power and trenching mode, with a shallow cut
The WORX WG896 plugs into the wall, so there is no battery to charge or replace. The listing gives a 12 Amp motor spinning a 7.5 in blade at 4700 revolutions per minute. A built-in 1 ft cord means you need an extension cord. That limits how far you can edge from an outlet.
Depth is the weak point for a keyword about crisp borders. Max cutting depth is 1.5 in, the lowest among the four models that list it. It has 3 depth positions: 1 in, 1-1/4 in and 1-1/2 in. That is enough for light touch-ups, but it will not cut as deep as the 8 in battery models.
Trenching mode is listed, and an adjustable shaft with a D-grip handle helps different heights. At 14 lb, it is the heaviest edger here, which matters on long runs. The warranty is 3 years, the lowest among the models that list one. It ranks third on our list.
VerdictA plug-in option for light edging, held back by shallow depth and weight.
Lightest edger here, with trenching mode and 2 in depth
At 7.06 lb, the WORX WG898.9 is the lightest edger on this page. Light weight helps when you steer along curves and tight beds. It has dual wheels, per the listing, to stay on track. The weight is stated without the battery, so the real figure will be higher once you add one.
Cutting depth is 2 in across 3 positions, second only to the 8 in Greenworks 80V model among those that list it. Depth adjusts without tools, and trenching mode is listed. The blade is 7 in, the smallest in the group, so each pass cuts a narrower path than the larger edgers.
The tool uses the 20V PowerShare system, and the listing cites up to 2,800 ft of edging per charge. The spec sheet lists 80 Wh of battery energy, but no battery or charger is in the box. The maker does not publish a warranty term. It ranks fourth on our list.
VerdictA light, nimble edger with decent depth, if you already own 20V batteries.
Widest blade here, built around Milwaukee 18V batteries
The worksky edger has a 9 in blade, the largest in this group. The listing says its plough blade cuts a wider groove in one pass. The listing cites an 800 W brushless motor at 3500 rpm. It ranks fifth on our list, so check the trade-offs below.
Max cutting depth is 1.75 in, with 3 positions from 1.3 in to 1.75 in. That is a moderate depth, deeper than the WORX corded model but shallower than the 80V Greenworks and the 20V WORX. The listing describes shallow sidewalk touch-ups and deeper garden trenches. No curb wheel or tool-free depth adjustment is listed.
At 7.2 lb, it is the second lightest here, and the tube comes apart for storage. It is compatible with Milwaukee 18V batteries, which you must supply, since no battery or charger is included. The maker does not publish a warranty term, and 800 W is the only motor wattage given on this page.
VerdictA wide-blade, light edger that suits owners of Milwaukee 18V batteries, with fewer extras than the Greenworks models.
Best among the reviewed tools
Corded edgers run without a battery but need an outlet and an extension cord. Battery edgers go anywhere, though three here ship without a battery or charger. Check what is in the box before you compare models, so you know what to buy separately.
Depth sets how clean a border looks. Here the range runs from 1.5 in to 2.25 in among the four models that list it. More depth positions, up to 5, let you match the cut to firm soil or soft beds. One model does not publish its depth.
Weight runs from 7.06 lb to 14 lb on this page. Lighter edgers are easier to steer along curves, while a curb wheel helps you track along a driveway edge. Tool-free depth adjustment saves time when the soil changes along the border.
Blade size runs from 7 in to 9 in here. A bigger blade can make a wider groove in one pass, but depth and handling matter just as much. Warranty terms are published for three models, from 3 years to 4 years, so confirm coverage before buying.
It depends on your yard. The corded WORX WG896 needs an outlet and an extension cord, but no battery. Battery models move freely. Among them, the Greenworks 80V lists the deepest cut at 2.25 in, and the WORX 20V is the lightest at 7.06 lb.
Deeper cuts give a more defined border. The models here list max depths from 1.5 in to 2.25 in. The Greenworks 80V reaches 2.25 in with 5 positions. The Greenworks 40V does not publish a max depth, so ask the maker if depth is your priority.
Not always. Of the battery models here, only the Greenworks 40V comes with a battery and charger. The Greenworks 80V, WORX 20V and worksky edgers ship without one, so you need compatible batteries. The WORX WG896 is corded and needs none.
Low weight, a curb wheel and a line guide help most. The WORX 20V weighs 7.06 lb without its battery and the worksky 7.2 lb. The Greenworks 80V and 40V list a curb wheel, and the WORX WG896 is the heaviest at 14 lb.
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