Ryobi OPT1845 cordless pole hedge trimmer

If you need hedge trimming without getting on a ladder too often, this Ryobi cordless pole hedge trimmer is built for reach and control. The 45cm diamond ground blades are designed to cut through hedges and branches for a cleaner finish, and the articulating head helps you work around awkward angles. 👍 It’s part of the ONE+ system, so it suits anyone who already has ONE+ tools and wants an extension-shaft option for taller or wider garden areas.

Key features

The Ryobi ONE+ OPT1845 combines a 45cm blade with an articulating cutting head, giving you more ways to tackle different hedge shapes. The head can be set to 4 positions, which helps when you need to trim sides, top edges, or reach into tighter corners. 🪴 The blades are diamond ground, which is a practical detail for smoother cutting through hedge growth and branches.

You also get a blade gap designed to handle larger material, with an 18mm blade gap intended for cutting large branches. For tasks up high or further out, the extension shaft is removable and extends to a full length of 2.9m, giving you extra reach for extended trimming jobs. That combination is especially useful if you regularly maintain hedges along boundaries or around garden edges.

Tech specs

• Blade length: 45 cm
• Blade type: diamond ground blades
• Blade gap: 18 mm
• Articulating cutting head: 115 degrees
• Cutting head positions: 4 positions
• Extension shaft reach: up to 2.9 m
• Included items: blade sheath and shoulder strap

What’s included and what to know

The OPT1845 is supplied as a body only, as part of the ONE+ system. That means it is sold without battery and charger, so you will need compatible Ryobi ONE+ 18V batteries for it to run. Keep this in mind if you are not already invested in the ONE+ ecosystem, since you may need to factor in the cost of power and charging.

You get a blade sheath and a shoulder strap, which are helpful for safe storage and more comfortable carry during longer sessions. The extension shaft is removable, so you can adapt the length depending on where you are trimming, whether you are working closer in or extending reach further out. 🤏

Who it’s for

It’s a good fit if you want cordless hedge trimming with extra reach for taller hedges or branches, without relying on a ladder for every job. It makes sense if you value an articulating head with multiple positions, because it can help you keep lines more consistent when the hedge is uneven. You’ll like it if you already have Ryobi ONE+ 18V batteries and want a compatible pole hedge trimmer body only for flexibility across your tools.

It might not be a great match if you are looking for a complete kit with battery and charger included, since this listing is body only. You may want to skip it if your trimming is very limited to low hedges that never require extended reach, because a shorter trimmer could suit you better for those routine tasks.