Cheap cordless strimmer with strong specs, but not for heavy-duty work

Yes — the Gompuy Strimmer is worth a look if you want a low-cost cordless trimmer for a small or medium UK garden, especially now that it’s at a record low price of £45.98.

With 2 x 21V batteries, a 15cm cutting width, a 2.5kg weight, and a 90° head adjustment, it’s clearly aimed at light edging, tidying borders, and keeping grass under control—without the hassle of dragging an extension lead around.

First impressions: what you get for £45.98

At £45.98, it sits deep in budget territory, but honestly, the specs are more ambitious than you’d expect at this price.

You get two 21V 2000mAh rechargeable batteries, a UK charger, blades instead of just line trimming, and a pure copper motor.

The current price is also the lowest ever, which makes the value even harder to ignore.

Looking at the numbers—15cm cutting width, 2.5kg weight, and 90~120cm length adjustment—it’s pretty clear this tool is made for awkward corners, lawn edges, and routine maintenance.

It’s not built for rough scrub clearance, but for the typical UK garden with mixed grass and damp spring growth, that’s exactly what you probably need.

How does it perform in a real garden?

The design really focuses on small and medium gardens, cordless operation, and a brush-cutter style setup.

The 21V battery system and pure copper motor should give enough punch for regular trimming, though the 15cm cutting width is on the narrow side—so you’ll need more passes to cover bigger spaces.

That’s the trade-off for keeping it light and affordable.

The 90° head adjustment actually feels useful, not just a gimmick.

It makes edging along paths, borders, and fence lines a lot easier, especially in those tight or awkward spots common in UK gardens.

The ergonomic handle with a non-slip texture matters too; at 2.5kg, it’s light enough to move around, but only if the grip feels comfortable during longer sessions.

Is the battery setup good enough?

Honestly, for this price, getting 2 x 21V batteries is a huge plus.

Having a spare battery matters more than raw voltage on a budget strimmer, since it cuts down on downtime and lets you work longer without waiting around.

The listing says to fully charge before first use and recharge before running flat—pretty standard battery care, and it hints that the batteries are meant for routine, not heavy, use.

Don’t expect the sustained cutting power of premium systems like EGO’s 56V platform.

The EGO Power+ String Trimmer costs £397.45 and is a whole different beast, built for much heavier work and long-term investment.

Gompuy is all about affordability and convenience; EGO is for serious garden work and platform loyalty.

How does the Gompuy compare to DEWALT and VonHaus?

Against the DEWALT DCM563PB-XJ at £139.99 and 4.7★, the Gompuy is dramatically cheaper at £45.98.

DEWALT offers more brand confidence and probably more consistent build quality, though it’s a hedge trimmer, not a strimmer, so not a direct comparison.

It does highlight the gap between budget cordless tools and premium kit.

Compared to the VonHaus Cordless Hedge Trimmer at £59.99 and 4.4★, the Gompuy undercuts it on price and throws in two batteries, but again, these are different types of tools.

The main thing is value: Gompuy is cheaper than VonHaus and way cheaper than DEWALT or EGO, making it attractive if you just want basic garden maintenance and aren’t fussed about brand prestige or heavy-duty performance.

What should you be wary of?

The biggest warning? Cutting capacity.

A 15cm cutting width is fine for edging and small jobs, but it’ll feel slow on bigger lawns or long boundary runs.

The listing doesn’t give much in the way of hard performance figures beyond the battery and motor details, so you’re mostly relying on the feature set and user feedback.

There’s also a practical point about expectations: this is for small and medium gardens, not neglected plots or dense brush.

If you need to tackle thick brambles or long, wet grass that’s been left for ages, you’ll want something with more voltage and muscle.

Final verdict

At £45.98, the Gompuy Strimmer feels like a pretty solid pick for light-to-moderate garden maintenance in the UK. If you’re after cordless convenience and like the idea of getting a spare battery thrown in, this one’s easy to recommend.

It’s definitely not a premium machine—don’t expect miracles. Still, with 2 x 21V batteries, a 2.5kg weight, head adjustment, and that all-time-low price, it just makes sense for routine trimming.

Got a big, wild garden or need something with more muscle? You’ll probably want to look at something a bit more robust.