Tested and Reviews: Best Total Pruning Shears (Updated | Oct 13th)
Choosing the right pruning shears can make all the difference in maintaining healthy and beautiful plants. But with so many options on the market, finding the best “total pruning shears” – those versatile enough for a variety of tasks – can be a challenge. This comparison will explore several popular models, examining their features, performance, and suitability for different pruning needs. We’ll delve into aspects like blade quality, handle comfort, cutting capacity, and overall durability to help you make an informed decision and select the perfect shears for your gardening projects.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for best value:
Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears -
Best for premium quality:
gonicc 8" Professional Premium Titanium Bypass Pruning Shears (GPPS-1003) -
Best for best overall:
Haus & Garten ClassicPRO 8.5" Professional Premium Titanium Bypass Pruning Shears – Use As Pruners -
Best for heavy duty:
Kimura® 8" Pro Bypass Pruning Shears -
Best for premium build:
Felco F5 Pruning Shears – 8.9" Swiss-Made Garden Clippers with Revolving Handle | Hand Pruners for Gardening | Garden Tool Cutter with Precision Bypass Blade -
Best for precise cuts:
Fiskars Micro-Tip Rose Pruning Shears -
Best for best budget:
Premium Bypass Pruning Shears for your Garden – Heavy-Duty -
Best for powerful cutting:
DECERK Pruning Shears for Gardening -
Best for electric power:
Electric Pruning Shears -
Best for adjustable handle:
PrunePro Pruning Shears for Gardening Professional Bypass Hand Pruner Up to 1 Inch Cut Capacity Sharp Stainless Steel Blade Garden Scissors Plant Flower Garden Clipper 1 Pack
Tested & Reviews: Best Total Pruning Shears
Best Value
Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears, 5/8-Inch Cut Capacity Garden Clippers, Gardening Scissors with Sharp, Rust Resistant Steel Blade
Fiskars
- GARDENING ESSENTIAL: Steel blade plant shears ideal for a variety of pruning tasks like cutting flower stems; gardening shears with bypass action are Ideal for cutting delicate stems as the bypass action is less likely to cause damage to the stems
- MAXIMUM POWER AND PRECISION: Fiskars pruning shears with low-friction blade coating makes smooth cuts, reduces gumming, and enhances rust resistance; the hand pruners with steel blades stay sharp through heavy use and provide excellent durability
- SMART FEATURES: Garden Scissors- Heavy Duty, with self-cleaning sap groove keeps blades from sticking and non-slip grip handle and easy-open lock allows for more control of garden clippers (handheld); fits well in most pruner holsters
- QUALITY GARDEN TOOLS: Designed to help you cultivate a better garden, Fiskars pruning shears are equipped with smart technologies and award-winning, ergonomic features that make it easier and more enjoyable to transform your outdoor space
- INCLUDES: Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears that make great clippers for gardening; Lifetime Warranty
Premium Quality
gonicc 8" Professional Premium Titanium Bypass Pruning Shears (GPPS-1003), Hand Pruners, Garden Clippers.
gonicc
- Drop forged body and handles.
- Quality blade made of Premium Titanium steel with Ultra-fine Polishing Technology.
- Ergonomically designed non-slip handles are strong,lightweight,and comfortable.
- Sap groove design to help keep pruning shears from sticking by channeling off sap.
- Pruners can cut up to 3/4" diameter size tree branches.This may vary depending on tree species.
- For protecting the blade out of rust, we coated some Antirust Oil at blade. So it is nomal when you receive the product that have some oil at the blade.
Best Overall
Haus & Garten ClassicPRO 8.5" Professional Premium Titanium Bypass Pruning Shears – Use As Pruners, Garden Shears, Heavy Duty Handheld Pruning Shears For Gardening, Clippers, Pruner Scissor Tool
Haus & Garten
- Sharp, Clean Cuts Every Time – Engineered from Japanese grade, high-carbon steel, ClassicPRO bypass pruning shears for gardening stay sharp and make precise cuts that encourage healthy growth and won’t damage your plants
- No More Hand Fatigue and Wrist Strain – ClassicPRO gardening shears are designed with an ergonomic handle, non-slip grips, and shock-absorbing pads, making them lightweight and comfortable for smaller hands, seniors, and arthritis sufferers
- Rust and Corrosion Resistant – Tired of garden shears that rust after just a few uses? Our heavy duty pruning shears are constructed from anodized aluminum with titanium-coated blades to reduce friction and protect against rust and corrosion
- One Gardening Pruner, Many Uses – Preferred by professional landscapers and master gardeners, ClassicPRO clippers for gardening are adjustable general-purpose secateurs and branch cutters to trim trees, plants, and indoor flowers up to 1” thick
- Designed to Last Season After Season – Tired of cheap, low-quality hand pruners for gardening? Our heavy duty handheld garden clippers are designed for durability and longevity so you always have reliable shears
Heavy Duty
Kimura® 8" Pro Bypass Pruning Shears, Heavy Duty Japanese SK5 Steel Blades, 1 inch Cut Capacity, Non-Slip PVC Coated Handles, Lightweight & Ergonomic, Japanese Pruners, Professional Garden Clippers
Kimura
- [ HIGHLY VERSATILE ] – These professional heavy duty pruning shears equip you with all you need to cut through 1" thick stems with ease. Ideal for all-round pruning on plants, branches, hedges, flowers and more.
- [ SHARP & PRECISE ] – The sharp SK5 Steel blades are forged in Japan and heat treated to 60 HRC ensuring long-lasting edge retention. Frequent sharpening is not necessary for these Japanese garden shears.
- [ ERGONOMIC DESIGN ] – The aluminium handles are lightweight, ergonomic and coated in Non-Slip PVC for enhanced comfort and control – ideal for people suffering from arthritis or carpal tunnel.
- [ MADE TO LAST ] – The pruners have a tough aluminium construction with anti-rust components and riveted handles guaranteeing a durable product that is sure to stand the test of time.
- [ LOW FRICTION ] – PTFE coated blades help the pruning scissors glide through plants without sap build-up or rusting, allowing for a smooth pruning.
- [ SAFE & RELIABLE ] – The safety lock is quick and easy to operate requiring only a light squeeze to unlock and simple thumb push to lock securely.
- [ USABILITY ] – These garden clippers are suitable for both right and left handed users, providing a comfortable and efficient grip for everyone.
- [ LIFETIME WARRANTY ] – We are so confident in the quality of our pruners that a lifetime warranty is included in your purchase. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your purchase, simply contact us and we will make it right.
Premium Build
Felco F5 Pruning Shears – 8.9" Swiss-Made Garden Clippers with Revolving Handle | Hand Pruners for Gardening | Garden Tool Cutter with Precision Bypass Blade, Forged Aluminum Body, Replaceable Parts
FELCO
- Heavy Duty Steel Handles
- Carbon Steel Blades for Maximum Edge Retention
- Rubberized Phalate to Free Durable Grips
- All Parts are Replaceble/Maintainable
Precise Cuts
Fiskars Micro-Tip Rose Pruning Shears, 6" Garden Shears Non-Stick Coated Stainless Steel Blade, Gardening Scissors with SoftGrip Handle
Fiskars
- GARDENING ESSENTIAL: With these stainless steel blade gardening shears, pruning tasks like cutting flower stems or maintaining your herb garden are easier with fast and clean cuts
- MAXIMUM POWER AND PRECISION: Micro-tip blades on these garden clippers (handheld) cut all the way to the tip for clean, healthy cuts making these great plant pruning shears
- LONG-LASTING AND RELIABLE: Stainless steel blades stay sharp through heavy use and provide excellent durability for lasting value; Fiskars garden pruners and tools are built to last
- QUALITY GARDEN TOOLS: Designed to help you cultivate a better garden, Fiskars hand pruners are equipped with smart technologies and award-winning, ergonomic features that make it easier and more enjoyable to transform your outdoor space
- INCLUDES: 1 pair 6" Fiskars Nonstick Micro-Tip Pruning Snips with Sheath; Lifetime warranty
Best Budget
Premium Bypass Pruning Shears for your Garden – Heavy-Duty, Ultra Sharp Pruners w/Soft Cushion Grip Handle Made with Japanese Grade High Carbon Steel – Perfectly Cutting Through Anything in Your Yard
GEROSSI
- PRUNING SHEARS – Cuts Effortlessly. Equipped with high-quality SK5 carbon steel blades with superb sharpness and edge retention. These hand pruners can easily cut through stalks and branches up to 3/4" in diameter.
- GARDEN SHEARS – Less Strain On Your Hands. These garden shears pruning are designed with non-slip and ergonomic handles. This makes using them much safer and more comfortable, perfect for long cutting and trimming sessions.
- PRUNING SHEARS FOR GARDENING HEAVY DUTY – Easy to Operate. A compression spring allows the handles to snap back to open position. These rose pruning shears also feature a safety lock which can be engaged and disengaged with one hand.
- GARDEN SCISSORS – Suitable For Various Flora. These pruning shears for gardening heavy duty can be used on bonsais, flowering plants, shrubs, and herbs. They're also great for cutting stalks on vegetable and fruit trees.
- PRUNING SCISSORS – A Practical Gift. Give your favorite gardener or florist a gift they'll find useful. These handheld gardening shears make excellent presents for birthdays, holidays, or any other occasion.
Powerful Cutting
DECERK Pruning Shears for Gardening, 8.5" Professional Bypass Garden Scissors & Hedge Clippers for Branch, Plant Trimming, Heavy Duty Hand Pruner【Titanium Blade】【Arthritis Friendly】【Ergonomic Handle】
Decerk
- 2025 UPGRADE SHARPNESS & DURABILITY: DECERK pruning shears are crafted from SK5 steel and coated with a 3-layer titanium alloy for superior durability and corrosion resistance. Anodized aluminum handles and high-hardness fixing screws ensure superior strength, making decerk secateurs five times more durable than ordinary models while maintaining outstanding sharpness after 100,000 tests
- POWERFUL LEVER CUTTING TECHNOLOGY: Garden shears feature an innovative lever cutting design that triples the cutting force, making it effortless to prune thicker branches. Perfect for branches up to 1 inch in diameter, the lever mechanism enhances cutting power through an optimized structure, allowing you to handle thick, wet, or dry wood with ease
- FEMALE & ELDERLY-FRIENDLY: The ergonomically designed, non-slip rubber handles reduce hand fatigue and ensure a comfortable, stable grip. The cushioned design minimizes wrist and hand strain, making these pruners ideal for long use and for those with arthritis or anyone needing extra comfort
- OPTIMIZED SAFETY LOCK: DECERK tree pruners equipped with a user-friendly, one-handed safety lock, these pruning shears offer easy opening and closing for efficient trimming. The locking mechanism enhances convenience and safety, allowing you to securely lock the shears when not in use
- PERFECT GARDENING GIFT: These branch cutter, with a 7.5 cm (2.95 inches) blade and 3.6 cm (1.42 inches) opening, are ideal for pruning branches of various sizes. Perfect for trimming fruit trees, cutting thick branches, and harvesting flowers, fruits, and vegetables. A versatile tool that makes an excellent gift for gardening enthusiasts on birthdays, holidays, or as a token of appreciation
- DECERK SERVICE: Buy once, use for life, if rust occurs, we will replace the scissors for free(Just go to “𝐌𝐲 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬" click on "𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭" and chat with us)
- MAINTENANCE TIPS: The hand pruner blades are coated with anti-rust oil to prevent rust. If you notice oil on the blades upon receiving the shears, it's normal. After use, wipe the blades and store the shears in a ventilated area
Electric Power
Electric Pruning Shears, 1.4 inch (35mm) Cutting Diameter Cordless Electric Scissors with LCD Display, 21V Brushless Motor Branch Cutter with 2 PCS Rechargeable 2000mAh Batteries & 2 Blades
PAOWAFOL
- 【SK7 HEAVY-DUTY SHARP BLADE】Our electric pruning shears use imported SK7 blades, which are extremely sharp, hard, and durable. The electric scissors can cut branches up to 1.4 inch (35mm) thick and its adjustable cutting has two settings: 30mm and 35mm. In addition, due to its sharp design, this garden shears pruning can also achieve the effect of protecting plant health through clean and accurate cutting surfaces during work.
- 【LARGE CAPACITY IMMORTAL BATTERY】Our electric pruning shears are powered by two rechargeable 21V 2000mAh high-efficiency batteries that provide cordless power. Cordless pruning shears 2 batteries. When using one battery, you can immediately use the next one. Our cordless pruner are equipped with a large capacity battery, which is small in size and super easy to carry for outdoor work.
- 【BRUSHLESS MOTOR SAVES TIME & EFFORT】what great power and efficiency! The PAOWAFOL electric pruner is cordless and equipped with a powerful 1000W brushless motor, making it easy to complete various garden cutting tasks! Compared to regular brushed motors, this upgraded brushless motor of pruning shears has increased efficiency by 300%!
- 【MUST-HAVE HELPER FOR GARDEN ENTHUSIASTS】This electric pruning shears cordless can provide up to 2.3 tons of cutting force, maximizing the user's cutting efficiency. This bush trimmers cordless with battery can be used in various gardens, parks, farms, large ranches, orchards, cherry trees, apple trees, grapevines, etc. And our battery pruning shears are equally effective for pruning branches, shrubs, flowers, fruit trees, nurseries, and wire trimming.
- 【ABSOLUTE SECURITY DEFENSE】For 100% personal safety of users, our electric garden shears are equipped with built-in safety switches. Before use, it needs to be activated. You need to quickly pull the trigger of the electric pruning shears twice after turning on the power switch. This special mechanism can effectively protect the safety of users and avoid the possibility of accidents for children.
- 【CORDLESS DESIGN & ANTI-SLIP HANDLE】The cordless design and anti slip handle of the electric tree branch trimmer weighs only about 1.6 pounds, making it easy for the elderly and women to use. The professional anti slip handle design ensures that users are not afraid of various weather threats and reduces hand fatigue during use. With our tijeras para podar arboles , everyone's gardening life has become easier and more enjoyable!
- 【WHAT CAN YOU GET】 1 battery powered pruning shear, 2×21V 2000mAH batteries, 2 blades, 1 charger, 1 sharpening stone, 1 empty oil bottle, and 1 portable case.
Adjustable Handle
PrunePro Pruning Shears for Gardening Professional Bypass Hand Pruner Up to 1 Inch Cut Capacity Sharp Stainless Steel Blade Garden Scissors Plant Flower Garden Clipper 1 Pack
PrunePro
- 【Innovative Material】Compared to traditional carbon steel and SK2, we've upgraded to 1.4031 German stainless steel, which boasts higher hardness and toughness, and its rust resistance is significantly superior to that of traditional materials. This upgrade makes our pruning shears more durable and offers a longer lifespan
- 【Ultra Sharp Blades】Our blades, crafted from 1.4031 German stainless steel and coated with "Diamond" Teflon technology, provide low friction and high wear resistance. This enhances sharpness of our garden scissors, making every cut easy and smooth. PrunePro garden shears ensure a clean, flat cut on branches without crushing or damaging your plants
- 【Sturdy Safety Lock Design】Our bypass pruning shears feature a robust anti-break lock mechanism that prevents the lock from sliding up and getting stuck during cutting. It also ensures the lock won't break even if it's in lock position, guaranteeing a safe and efficient pruning process without interruptions
- 【Adjustable Handle Span】With an adjustable cut width and handle span, these garden clippers accommodate both large and small hands, providing a comfortable and personalized pruning experience regardless of hand size. Women can easily cut with one hand
- 【Effortless Cuts Every Time】Equipped with a high-tension spring for reduced effort and ergonomic rubber handles, these shears offer a comfortable grip and reduce hand fatigue during extended use. This makes them ideal for a wide range of gardening tasks, such as rose flower plant cutting
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What are bypass pruning shears?
Bypass pruning shears make clean cuts by having two blades that pass each other, similar to scissors.
What cut capacity should I look for?
Consider the typical branch thickness you'll be cutting. Most shears offer between 5/8-inch to 1-inch capacity, with some electric models going higher.
What blade material is best?
Look for blades made from high-carbon steel (like SK5) or titanium for durability and sharpness.
What is the advantage of a revolving handle?
A revolving handle, like on the Felco F5, can reduce hand strain during prolonged use.
Are electric pruning shears worth it?
Electric shears offer more power and can cut thicker branches with less effort, but they require charging and are generally more expensive.
What are micro-tip pruning shears best for?
Micro-tip shears are ideal for delicate pruning tasks, like trimming roses or shaping small plants.
What should I look for in handle comfort?
Ergonomic handles with a comfortable grip are important, especially if you'll be pruning for extended periods.
How do I maintain my pruning shears?
Regular cleaning and sharpening will help keep your shears in good condition and ensure clean cuts.
