5 Alternatives to the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36 — Including Cheaper and Better-Matched Options

If you’re shopping for a cordless grass trimmer in the UK, the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36 sits in the middle ground: it’s a 36V bare tool at £129, so you’re paying for Bosch’s higher-voltage platform and the promise of stronger cutting than entry-level 18V models. That makes it a sensible choice for medium gardens, rougher grass, and edging after damp spring growth. But it’s not always the best buy, especially if you already own batteries, don’t need that extra power, or want a tool that’s better value for smaller lawns.

Bosch Cordless Grass Trimmer EasyGrassCut 18V-26 — £75.00, 4.5★

This is the most obvious value alternative if you want a Bosch grass trimmer rather than a different brand. It’s £54 cheaper than the AdvancedGrassCut 36, which is a very meaningful saving for a bare tool. The EasyGrassCut 18V-26 uses Bosch’s 18V system and has a 26 cm cutting diameter, so it’s aimed at lighter domestic work rather than thicker, overgrown patches. In practical terms, that means it’s better suited to small to medium lawns, tidy edges, and regular weekly trimming rather than tackling neglected corners or long spring growth. Build quality should be familiar Bosch: lightweight, simple, and user-friendly, but not as confidence-inspiring for tougher jobs as the 36V model. The big win here is compatibility if you already own Bosch 18V batteries from drills, hedge trimmers, or other garden tools. Verdict: choose this if your garden is modest in size, you want to spend less, or you already live in Bosch’s 18V battery ecosystem. It’s the smarter buy for many UK homes with average grass rather than heavy-duty trimming needs.

EGO Power+ String Trimmer ST1511T — £352.99, 4.5★

This is a much more premium option, costing £223.99 more than the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36, but it includes a 56V 2.5Ah battery and charger. That changes the value equation completely: you’re not comparing a bare tool to another bare tool, but a complete kit with a high-performance battery system. EGO’s POWERLOAD feature is a genuine real-world advantage because reloading line is one of the most annoying parts of using a trimmer; if you’ve ever fought with tangled line on a wet Saturday afternoon, you’ll appreciate it. The 15-inch cutting width is also wider than Bosch’s more compact grass trimmers, so you can cover more ground per pass. Build quality is generally excellent, with a more premium feel than Bosch’s entry-to-mid cordless line. The downside is obvious: price. For a typical small UK garden, it’s overkill unless you want top-tier performance, already plan to buy into EGO’s battery platform, or have a larger lawn, rougher edges, or regular heavy trimming after periods of wet growth. Verdict: choose this if you want the best cordless trimming experience here and are happy to pay for it. It’s the strongest performer, but not the best value for everyone.

VonHaus Cordless Hedge Trimmer — £52.99, 4.4★

This is the odd one out because it’s a hedge trimmer, not a grass trimmer. It’s £76.01 cheaper than the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36, but it does not replace it for lawn edging or grass cutting. The 45 cm dual-action blade and 20V battery are designed for hedges, shrubs, and light branch work, not grass. So why include it? Because many people searching for a grass trimmer alternative are also trying to solve a general garden-cutting problem, and this is the budget choice if your real need is hedge maintenance rather than lawn trimming. Build quality at this price is usually decent but basic: lightweight, easy to handle, and fine for occasional domestic use, but not something you’d choose for frequent, demanding work. The practical trade-off is that it’s cheap and useful, but only for the right task. Verdict: choose this only if you actually need a hedge trimmer and not a grass trimmer. For grass and edging, it’s the wrong tool.

Bosch Cordless Hedge Cutter EasyHedgeCut 18-45 — £69.00, 4.4★

Like the VonHaus, this is also a hedge cutter rather than a grass trimmer, so it doesn’t compete directly with the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36. However, it’s a more relevant Bosch alternative if your garden work is split between shrubs, hedges, and light shaping. At £60 cheaper than the AdvancedGrassCut 36, it includes a 2.0Ah battery, which makes the headline price look attractive if you need a ready-to-use kit. The 18V platform is lighter and more affordable than Bosch’s 36V system, and the 45 cm blade is a sensible size for most UK hedge rows and boundary shrubs. In practical terms, this is easier to justify for smaller gardens where one battery-powered tool can handle regular hedge maintenance without the extra cost of a higher-voltage system. Build quality is what you’d expect from Bosch: neat, dependable, and well-finished, especially for domestic use. Verdict: choose this if your main job is hedge trimming and you want Bosch quality at a lower entry price. Don’t buy it as a grass trimmer replacement, because it won’t do the same job.

DEWALT DCM563PB-XJ 18 V XR Cordless Bare Unit Hedge Trimmer — £125.99, 4.7★

At £3.01 less than the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36, this DEWALT model is almost the same price, but again it’s a hedge trimmer rather than a grass trimmer. Still, it deserves mention because DEWALT’s XR platform is one of the strongest battery ecosystems for people who already own cordless tools. If your garden kit already includes DEWALT drills, saws, or outdoor tools, this could be an easy expansion purchase. The 18V system is less powerful on paper than Bosch’s 36V trimmer, but for hedge cutting that’s not necessarily a disadvantage. DEWALT tools also tend to feel robust and jobsite-tough, which appeals to buyers who prefer a more rugged build over a lighter domestic feel. The practical downside is that, like the other hedge tools here, it won’t trim grass edges or tackle lawn overgrowth. Verdict: choose this if you need a hedge trimmer, value DEWALT’s build reputation, and already own XR batteries. It is not a direct substitute for the Bosch grass trimmer, but it may be the better long-term platform choice for mixed gardening and DIY.

How the Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36 compares overall

The Bosch AdvancedGrassCut 36 makes most sense if you specifically want a cordless grass trimmer with more headroom than an 18V entry model, but without stepping all the way up to a premium system like EGO. The 36V setup should give it a stronger feel in thicker grass and a bit more confidence around neglected edges, which matters in UK gardens after wet weather when growth gets dense and patchy. The main drawback is that it’s a bare tool at £129, so once you add batteries and a charger, the real cost rises fast if you’re not already invested in Bosch 36V. That’s why the EasyGrassCut 18V-26 is such a compelling alternative: it’s cheaper, lighter, and more sensible for many average gardens. If you do need more power and already own Bosch 36V batteries, the AdvancedGrassCut 36 remains the better-balanced pick. If not, the cheaper Bosch 18V model is often the better-value buy.

Which alternative should you choose?

For most UK buyers, the Bosch EasyGrassCut 18V-26 is the best straight alternative because it keeps you in the Bosch ecosystem at a much lower price. If you want the most capable cordless trimmer here and don’t mind spending far more, the EGO ST1511T is the premium upgrade. If your real need is hedge cutting rather than grass trimming, the Bosch EasyHedgeCut 18-45 gives you the best balance of price and brand familiarity, while the DEWALT and VonHaus options are more about hedge work and battery-platform preference than replacing the Bosch trimmer directly.