STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Garden Shears

A compact shrub and grass shear for precision garden trimming

The STIHL HSA 26 Cordless Garden Shears are designed for the detailed jobs that are awkward to complete with a full-sized hedge trimmer. They are ideal for shaping topiary, maintaining small-leaved shrubs, trimming fine young growth and tidying grass around borders, patios and paths.

Two interchangeable cutting attachments are included: a 20 cm shrub blade and a 12 cm grass shear blade. The blades can be changed without tools, allowing you to move quickly between shrub trimming and lawn edging.

The HSA 26 is available as a tool-only machine or as a complete set with an AS 2 battery, AL 1 charger and carry bag.

Choose the right STIHL HSA 26 version

Tool Only – Battery and Charger Not Included

Choose the tool-only version when you already own a compatible STIHL AS System battery and charger.

The tool-only version includes:

• STIHL HSA 26 cordless garden shears
• 20 cm shrub shear blade
• Shrub blade scabbard
• 12 cm grass shear blade
• Grass blade scabbard

The battery and charger are not included.

Complete Set – Battery and Charger Included

Choose the complete set when this is your first STIHL AS System tool or you need an additional battery and charger.

The complete set includes:

• STIHL HSA 26 cordless garden shears
• AS 2 lithium-ion battery
• AL 1 battery charger
• 20 cm shrub shear blade
• Shrub blade scabbard
• 12 cm grass shear blade
• Grass blade scabbard
• STIHL carry bag

What can the STIHL HSA 26 cut?

The HSA 26 is particularly well suited to:

• Shaping box, topiary and small ornamental shrubs
• Trimming small-leaved evergreen hedges
• Cutting fine young shrub growth up to 8 mm thick
• Tidying lawn edges around borders and flower beds
• Cutting grass around patios, paths and obstacles
• Completing detailed finishing work after using a larger hedge trimmer

The HSA 26 is not intended for cutting woody branches, mature hedge growth or large areas of hedge. For regular hedge trimming, consider the STIHL HSA 30 cordless hedge trimmer or browse our complete range of cordless hedge trimmers.

Two interchangeable cutting blades

20 cm shrub blade

The double-sided shrub blade is designed for controlled trimming and shaping. Its specially formed cutter geometry helps hold fine stems in the cutting area, producing a neat and accurate finish on topiary and small-leaved shrubs.

12 cm grass shear blade

The grass blade is ideal for tidying lawn edges where a mower cannot reach, including grass beside walls, paths, patios, raised beds and flower borders.

Both cutting attachments have protective scabbards for safer transport and storage.

Tool-free blade changes

The cutting attachments can be removed and replaced without using tools. This makes the HSA 26 particularly convenient when a job involves both shrub trimming and grass edging.

Always remove the battery before changing, cleaning or inspecting a blade.

Comfortable one-handed control

The compact body and rubberised handle make the HSA 26 easy to guide during detailed trimming. Its balanced shape provides better control when working around curved topiary, narrow borders and delicate plants.

A built-in LED charge-level indicator allows you to check the remaining battery capacity before and during a job.

Up to 110 minutes working time

When used with the recommended STIHL AS 2 battery, the HSA 26 has a working time of up to 110 minutes under suitable conditions.

Actual working time will depend on the material being cut, blade condition, technique and operating conditions.

STIHL HSA 26 specifications

STIHL HSA 26 or STIHL HSA 30?

Choose the HSA 26 when you mainly need to:

• Shape topiary
• Trim small ornamental shrubs
• Maintain fine, small-leaved growth
• Edge grass
• Complete detailed finishing work

Choose the HSA 30 when you need to:

• Trim complete sections of hedge
• Cut annual hedge growth
• Work with a longer hedge-trimmer blade
• Cover a larger area more efficiently

The HSA 26 is best understood as a precision shrub and grass shear rather than a replacement for a conventional hedge trimmer.

Browse all STIHL hedge trimmers to compare the available options.

Masseys’ view

The HSA 26 is a useful choice for gardeners who find manual edging shears tiring or a conventional hedge trimmer too large for detailed work.

Its strongest advantages are the interchangeable blades, simple one-handed control and compatibility with the STIHL AS System. It is especially useful for box, topiary, small ornamental shrubs and lawn edges.

Its main limitation is cutting capacity. It is designed for fine growth up to 8 mm rather than woody branches or established hedge growth. Customers who understand that distinction are much more likely to choose the correct tool.

Frequently asked questions

Does the STIHL HSA 26 tool-only version include both blades?

Yes. The tool-only version includes both the 20 cm shrub blade and the 12 cm grass blade, together with their protective scabbards. It does not include a battery or charger.

Which battery does the STIHL HSA 26 use?

The HSA 26 uses a STIHL AS 2 lithium-ion battery from the STIHL AS System.

How long does the HSA 26 battery last?

The working time with an AS 2 battery is up to 110 minutes. Actual runtime varies according to the material being cut and the way the tool is used.

How thick can the STIHL HSA 26 cut?

It is designed for fine shrub and hedge growth up to approximately 8 mm thick. It should not be used for thick or woody branches.

Can the HSA 26 be used as a normal hedge trimmer?

It can maintain small-leaved shrubs and compact topiary, but it is not a substitute for a full-sized hedge trimmer. The HSA 30 or another conventional hedge trimmer will be more efficient for complete hedges.

Can the blades be changed without tools?

Yes. The shrub and grass blades can be exchanged without tools. Remove the battery before changing the attachment.

Is a telescopic handle available?

A compatible STIHL telescopic shaft is available separately. It allows the grass shear to be used from a more upright position when edging lawns.

Check for wildlife before trimming

Before trimming shrubs, hedges or long grass, check the area carefully for nesting birds, hedgehogs and other wildlife. Avoid disturbing active nests and follow current wildlife protection requirements.

Why buy your STIHL HSA 26 from Masseys?

Masseys is an authorised STIHL dealer based in Swadlincote. Buying from an approved dealer gives you access to genuine STIHL equipment, product advice and aftersales support.

• Genuine STIHL UK product
• Authorised dealer support
• Advice on batteries, chargers and compatible tools
• Collection from our Swadlincote store
• Delivery options available
• Open seven days a week

Explore more STIHL garden machinery from Masseys or contact the team if you need help deciding between the HSA 26 and a full-sized hedge trimmer.