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AEG ALT18B
Pros
Comfortable to use
Long battery life
Makes little noise
Chris KenyonCANBERRA
- 4 reviews
- 8 likes
- Verified purchase
Brand new and doesn't work
Charged the battery, put the machine together and went out to enjoy an expensive piece of equipment doing its job.
No. Two second burst of revs then it died, again and again.
How can they market this is a professional tool?
Purchased in February 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse Retail Stores for $649.00.
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Dwayne C.South East Queensland, QLD
- 21 reviews
- 22 likes
I am converted
Much like many who find themselves purchasing battery-powered gardening tools, I was sceptical that I would be converted to the idea of batteries over fuel. The very first moment I used this, I was immediately converted. I was tossing up between this and the 58v AEG and purchased the 18v trimmer not only because it is cheaper, but gives me access to the 18v battery ecosystem of AEG tools. I also purchased an 18v blower which is a marvel in itself.
The build quality of the AEG line trimmer was impressive. I have long believed that battery-power...Read more
ed line trimmers (especially a straight shaft like this one) would never have the power or longevity of petrol-powered whipper snipper. I will happily admit that I was wrong. If anything, I have fun trimming the grass again, knowing I don't have to mix fuel and oil, prime, choke and pull a rope and hope it starts. If you are on the fence or hesitant that this won't do the job, it's normal to have these doubts if petrol is all you have ever known. But, trust me, battery tools are the way of the future, and this is cutting edge tech (sorry, had to throw that pun in). The batteries take no time to charge up, and I love the charger that comes with the non-skin version, it's sturdy and looks professional. Because the head supports 2.4mm line, get yourself some decent heavy-duty 2.4mm razor line, which will cut through anything. I have not encountered anything that this won't cut through, no slow down or issues of any kind. Somehow, this line trimmer seems to have more power than my petrol whipper snipper did, which is an impressive feat in itself. My experience was plug-and-play. I took it out of the box, put it together and could use it right away. The head had some decent 2.4mm line in there already. This is the ultimate suburban line trimmer, and AEG tools seem to be well-made, and the battery lasts forever.Purchased in January 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for $399.00.
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Mark SNorthern Region, NSW
- 3 reviews
Great whipper. Should have got one sooner.
This was the only real lightweight affordable option with a straight shaft and 2.4mm cord.
Very quiet and lots more power than my petrol whipper. I have a larger house block with plenty of buffalo grass to trim. After 30 minutes the battery was only at 50%.i was on the lower speed with the throttle mostly at 50-75%.
light and comfortable with no vibration issues.
The cord lasts well but the bump head is probable a touch too sensitive. It's fine once you get used to it.
Highly recommended and I will never go back to petrol... Next purchase will be a battery mower!
Purchased in January 2021 at Bunnings Warehouse for $399.00.
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AJ W.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
Domestic Battery Powered Wizardry
I live on a suburban corner block.
2x front nature strips
Small lawn front yard
Lawn back yard
I cut my lawn weekly
I NEVER thought I would convert to battery from petrol. I still have a patrol mower but will upgrade to battery when it dies.
I have the AEG whipper snipper/trimmer and AEG blower (and AEG drill) and these tools are A+ for a suburban Dad like me....Read more
No accidental fuel spillage / mess No mixing fuel HEAPS of power Quiet in comparison to fuel versions. Interchangeable batteries (recommend having 3x batteries: 1 on trimmer | 1 on blower | 1 back up. Then when 1 goes flat you charge it whilst using the others.Purchased in January 2018 at Bunnings Warehouse.
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MichaelMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 2 reviews
- 4 likes
Brilliant!
Absolutely fantastic.
Way better than my other petrol machine made for the home and professional gardener. I've hated that machine since day one, as has my neighbour and family members. In that case their feeder (and upgraded feeder) always caused me issues. This is why I decided to look for a new machine.
This AEG trimmer is a pleasure to use and I actually enjoyed using it. It was a breeze doing the edges.
Battery held up extremely well. Don't stress about the battery if you are a home user. I have a 1000 sqm block and it did my front and la...Read more
Purchased in January 2020 for $399.00.
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MR WGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 4 reviews
- 4 likes
Not so perfect
Used five times over ten weeks and was very impressed until the line spool stopped rotaring. Back to Bunnings it goes. Will give same model another go as I was enjoying using it.
Purchased at Bunnings Warehouse for $399.00.
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RagnarSydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
- 7 likes
Disappointing quality and customer service.
Not impressed. I also have a light petrol Stihl and a heavier Husqvarna trimmer, but bought the AEG for the simplicity of battery operation.
The User Manual is an Ikea-style "guess what the diagram means". An insult to the customers- it costs peanuts to write a proper manual for a global company like AEG.
After 14 (30 minute) uses on my 1/4 acre residential block in Sydney, I found the central bump core of the line spool had worn out so it no longer worked properly. The plastic has the toughness of liquorice when used on path edging....Read more
Replacement part from AEG? Sorry, not in stock . How about Bunnings where I bought it? - sorry not in stock, but sure, submit a request and we'll get back to you on if and when we can supply you with one, one day. I'm sold on the battery concept, but recommend you get a better brand from a mower shop where they at least carry spare parts and can service the equipment.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
Billy.DGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 6 reviews
- 2 likes
Great lite weight unit.
Best Grass Cutter. Lite Weight. 2 speeds. Batteries chargers up in 2-2 1/2 hours. Low speed will last for over a hour. High speed about 25 mins. Best warranty but not cheap at $399.Highly recommend.
Purchased in October 2018 at Bunnings Warehouse for $399.00.
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Donna1968South East Queensland, QLD
- 8 reviews
- 2 likes
Another great invention
Powerful! for non commercial use (unsure about daily use) 2 power settings, only need lower power for home use, does our 700 mtr square yard with ease, 40 mins is plenty, very quiet, light weight, charges off our solar panels, uses same standard battery as other AEG Power tools including mower, all parts are replaceable and made with quality. Comes with good quality cord. Bump feed works well. on off switch works real good.
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BrendanSouthern and Hills, SA
- 3 reviews
- 5 likes
Good quality but not without its flaws
I have almost every AEG 18v brushless tool in their lineup,I love their gear.
This trimmer is powerful,light and easy to use
Bump feed head works well and is easy to feed.
I live on a rural property and a 5.0ah battery gets most of my work done depending on how long I've let it go for.
I only have two gripes
-they dont provide a harness/shoulder strap like almost every other brand does
-it has severe vibration issues-they have re designed a few other tools recently due to vibration issues. If I use this for 25 mins my hand swells right up and goes tingly,not good health wise.
None of my petrol trimmers did that even with an hour of use.
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SewsoauAdelaide
- 12 reviews
- 20 likes
- Verified purchase
Great product
We bought this line trimmer in combo with the AEG blower and it has not disappointed us. Hubby was dubious about battery power but he's now sold on it. The trimmer appears just as powerful as a petrol driven one without the fumes or nuisance of replenishing the petrol. It's comfortable to use and so versatile. We are yet to run the battery down to '0'. We finish off the job with the blower and have got about 40 minutes from the battery with one bar of charge left. We have a 600m2 block with extensive paving and quite a lot of lawn (large counc...Read more
il verge inc). He has been able to reach very difficult to access areas with the battery power making it a very light task. It has cut through kikuyu like butter and has not stuttered at all. To be fair we haven't tested it on extremely long grass. The line so far has fed without bother. We were looking for a cheaper alternative at the time of purchase but are so pleased that we went with this line trimmer.Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
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Very impressed with this trimmer
After having had a 240v electric trimmer 10+ years ago that could barely cut the grass, I persevered with a petrol trimmer until I finally decided to buy a better trimmer. I was looking at the Honda line trimmers as they have such great reviews, and my father has one that I tried. He suggested looking at the electric ones again since technology has improved so much, and with a little trepidation I bought the AEG. I was completely surprised how well it cuts, light and manoeuvrable, quiet and clean. Battery life is great. It takes a second or two to spin up to full speed but from there it's got heaps of grunt. It came with a full spool of cord, the bump-out head works well.
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Sash
- 7 reviews
- 8 likes
Who needs 36v
Had a 36v Ryobi unit, and saw this come out and having all AEG tools with plenty of 18v batteries it intrigued me. Did some digging around, and found that its a Ryobi P2090 in the US. Go and read some reviews of it. This is excellent. Had a ryobi 2 stroke, and went to ryobi 36v, and now this AEG (Ryobi) 18v Brushless. Love this thing compared to the rest. Got rid of the 36v as i am reading of the 36v batteries failing, and looking at the price of them they are expensive to replace, so was very keen on this. It take the Expend It attachments too...Read more
, which is excellent. Tried them in the shop, and at home at all works a treat. You wont be dissapointed. Now they just need to bring out a brushless hedge trimmer. Cant comment on the time it lasts with a battery, as i only need it for about 10 minutes at a time, and put the battery to charge after about 3 months, and it still has charge...Similar opinion? Write a review on ProductReview.com.au!
paul27Queensland
- 6 reviews
- 8 likes
Fantastic
I would never use a petrol powered tool again. It's Light, powerful and very quiet. The battery lasts very well, I've done my back yard 3 times and the fron yardt once and it doesn't need charging yet and it is so much cleaner than one using fuel and oil also.
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Dylan
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
AEG 18v Line trimmer
So far this has been a good purchase. It has a straight shift and a good length if you're on the taller side. 5ha battery gives u about 30-40 min. I got 2 x 5ha battery as it was part of a combo but for my medium size yard 1 battery gets it done. You need to give it about 0.5-1sec to spool up to speed then it goes well. It feels sold built and we'll balanced. Happy I got it.
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Questions & Answers
Rustasked
I have a AEG 18 v 5 ah line trimmer but machine will only operate for about five minutes before it stops. It was working for a much longer period when first purchased. It’s about 18 months old and has not had a lot of use
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Paul L.asked
Hi I purchased a aeg 18 v whipper snipper in the box it came in 2 pieces I was wondering if I could purchase ledgers chain saws that go in the end with the motor
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Dave C.asked
Where can i purchase an extra battery for 18v aeg whipper snipper
Details
Features:
- The AEG ALT18B whipper snipper uses a lithium-ion battery, helping you power through all your gardening with little effort.
- A straight and split shaft design lets you use the same engine to power other attachments, like a lawn edger.
- The machine is 3.7kg, making it a relatively lightweight option that can make covering larger areas that much easier.
- It’s 97 decibels when running, making the noise level comparable to being inside a nightclub.
- This whipper snipper will cost you $299, which includes a 6 year warranty.
Points of praise:
- Most reviewers found that the AEG ALT18B was comfortable to use and easy to maintain.
- They also appreciated the long lasting battery, and said it helped them get through their gardening tasks without needing to constantly recharge.
- The whipper snipper is quiet for the level of power it has, according to reviewers.
- Reviewers praised the quality of the machine, saying that it was very durable.
Category | Battery Whipper Snippers |
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Price (RRP) | $299.00 |
Handle Type | Loop Handle |
Shaft Type | Split and Straight |
Power Source | Battery (Removable) |
Engine Type | Lithium-Ion Battery |
Voltage | 18 V |
Cutting Head Type | Line |
Cutting Width | 370 mm |
Line Diameter | 24 mm |
Weight | 3.7 kg |
Noise Level | 97 dB |
Manufacturer Warranty | 6 year(s) |
Manual | Download manual |
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- MPN: ALT18B
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Chris Kenyon
Correction: The Charge lights were faulty, indicating a full charge when the battery was in fact empty.
me, zoom, It worked a treat. Maybe for 45 minutes, by which time my body said "enough". Can now upgrade to five stars. But why isn't the battery light accurate?Recharged the battery for five hours. Still the same indication of "full battery", but this ti... Read more