While everyone with a garden probably owns a trusty fork or shovel, not many people consider picking up a garden scythe, but they're actually one of the most useful tools for everyday gardening. Whether you want to trim a hedge, cut back some unruly bushes, or need to get into those hard to reach places around a patio, a scythe could really help you out.
Scythes nowadays aren't just those large items you imagine people used before lawnmowers or trimmers were invented. Now, they come in a variety of sizes and shapes under various names. While not technically scythes in the strictest sense, we've also included patio knives, brushing hooks and Irish slashers in our countdown of the best garden scythes available online from Amazon UK.
For those after a quick look, here is our Top 5:
For a more in-depth look at the comprehensive top 10 selection, make sure to read on to learn more about the different types of garden scythes available and understand how our ranking was determined.
This article's chosen EC site price listings are reflective of its publishing date.
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Name | Razorsharp Little Giant Grass Scythe | Telescopic Patio Knife | Patio Weeder | Agricultural Staff Brushing Hook | Patio Knife | Long Handle Brushing Tool | Bramble Cutter | Agricultural Irish Hook | Irish Slasher | Agricultural Heavy Duty Single Brush Hook |
Features | A Lightweight, High-Quality Hand Scythe Suited for Wild Grass and Flowers | An Extendable Patio Knife With a Non-Slip Handle That’s Great for Paved Gardens | An Ergonomically-Friendly Patio Weeder With the Option of an Extended Handle | A Durable and Hard Wearing Agricultural Tool for the Tougher Garden Tasks | A Cheap and Affordable One-Handled Option to Prevent Future Patio Problems | This Heavy-Duty Tool Weighing 2 kg Makes Quick Work of Stubborn Hedgerows | A Strong and Weighty Bramble Cutter Perfect for Trimming Overgrown Bushes | A Powerful One-Handed Option Designed for Professionals and Farmers | An Epoxy Coated Blade and Agricultural Grade From a Reliable Brand | A Hard to Use but Effective Tool at Dealing With Thick Branches |
Price | £23.98 | £22.94 | £12.99 | £38.70 | £10.99 | £36.99 | £52.50 | £18.31 | £43.49 | £43.49 |
Blade Type | Scythe | Patio Knife | Patio Knife | Hook | Patio Knife | Hook | Hook | Hook | Hook | Hook |
Best For | Grass, wildflowers, and other crops | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | One-handed | Two-handed | One-handed | Two-handed | One-handed | Two-handed | One-handed | One-handed | Two-handed | Two-handed |
Weight | 450 g | 100 g | 190 g | 130 x 30.5 x 4 cm | 160 g | 2 kg | 700 g | 712 g | 1.77 kg | 1.6 kg |
Dimensions | 40.5 x 9 x 4.5 cm | 97 x 4 x 4 cm | 38 x 13 x 3.5 cm | 1.6 kg | 31.5 x 8.5 x 7.5 cm | 120 cm (Length) | 60.4 x 23 x 0.4 cm | 54 x 26 x 3.6 cm | 120 x 13 x 4 cm | 123 x 10 x 3 cm |
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There will be some purists who will notice that our recommendations below aren't all technically scythes. We've expanded our definition to include various types of blades that are curved and used for clearing away overgrown and unwieldy plants in a variety of environments.
Clear up your cut branches and grass with a handy garden fork!
When it comes to any hand tools, especially those that are sharp like scythes, it is important to consider the size and weight of the item to avoid any accidents while you're working. The average person shouldn't have much trouble with tools up to 1 kg when used with one hand or 2 kg with two.
In terms of length, you'll need to use two hands if the tool is over a meter, so if you prefer to only use one, make sure to opt for a scythe under one meter. It's important to note that you should only use tools you're confident in holding securely, especially when working with overhead branches and the tops of hedgerows.
Take a look at some garden hand tool sets if you spend lots of time in your garden or allotment.
This ranking has been compiled by the writing team at mybest UK via careful evaluation of the points made in the buying guide and thorough research of each product and comparing multiple verified customer reviews across the EC sites used.
£23.98
Blade Type | Scythe |
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Best For | Grass, wildflowers, and other crops |
Handle | One-handed |
Weight | 450 g |
Dimensions | 40.5 x 9 x 4.5 cm |
£22.94
Blade Type | Patio Knife |
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Best For | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles |
Handle | Two-handed |
Weight | 100 g |
Dimensions | 97 x 4 x 4 cm |
£12.99
Blade Type | Patio Knife |
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Best For | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles |
Handle | One-handed |
Weight | 190 g |
Dimensions | 38 x 13 x 3.5 cm |
£38.70
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | Two-handed |
Weight | 130 x 30.5 x 4 cm |
Dimensions | 1.6 kg |
£10.99
Blade Type | Patio Knife |
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Best For | Weeds and plants growing between patio tiles |
Handle | One-handed |
Weight | 160 g |
Dimensions | 31.5 x 8.5 x 7.5 cm |
£36.99
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | Two-handed |
Weight | 2 kg |
Dimensions | 120 cm (Length) |
£52.50
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | One-handed |
Weight | 700 g |
Dimensions | 60.4 x 23 x 0.4 cm |
£18.31
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | One-handed |
Weight | 712 g |
Dimensions | 54 x 26 x 3.6 cm |
£43.49
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | Two-handed |
Weight | 1.77 kg |
Dimensions | 120 x 13 x 4 cm |
£43.49
Blade Type | Hook |
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Best For | Overgrown thickets, brambles, and branches |
Handle | Two-handed |
Weight | 1.6 kg |
Dimensions | 123 x 10 x 3 cm |
Written and researched by David Sexton
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