Best WORX Electric Lawn Edger

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If you are looking for the best WORX electric lawn edger, WORX sells a corded and a cordless model that suit different yards. The WG896 is corded: a 12-amp edger and trencher with a 7.5-inch blade and a built-in 1-foot power cord that needs an extension cord. The WG898 is cordless with a 7-inch blade, and its box list names a 20V 4.0Ah battery and a charger. This page sets the two side by side using the Amazon listings, the WORX product pages and the WG898 owner’s manual, and it flags what those sources leave out.

Quick answer

• Pick the corded WG896 if an outdoor outlet can reach the edge you cut. It has a 12-amp motor, a 7.5-inch blade, depth settings of 1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 inches, a 14-pound weight and a 3-year limited warranty.
• Pick the cordless WG898 if you want no cord and accept WORX’s 20V battery family. It has a 7-inch blade, depth settings of 1.5, 1.75 and 2 inches, and weighs 8.6 pounds with the battery fitted, according to the WORX page.
• Neither edger is for wet or moist ground. The safety section below pulls together what the WORX sources and Virginia Tech say, once, for both.
• Skip both if your edge line is gravel, or if you need a depth outside the 1 to 2 inch range the two models cover between them.

The two edgers side by side

The table gives one value per spec and names the source that states it. Where a column says “not stated,” the sources we opened are silent on that item.

Item	WG896 corded	WG898 cordless
Power source	Corded electric (listing); rated voltage 120V~60Hz (WORX page)	Battery powered, 20V (listing)
Battery and charger	None: the WORX page says this model does not come with a battery or charger	One 20V 4.0Ah battery and a charger (listing box list)
Motor	12 amp (listing); rated power 12 amps (WORX page)	Brushless (WORX page); maximum output power 320 W (owner’s manual)
Blade	7.5 inch (listing and WORX page)	7 inch (owner’s manual)
Cut depths	1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 inches (listing and WORX page)	1.5, 1.75 and 2 inches (owner’s manual)
No-load speed	4700/min (WORX page)	4000/min, rated (owner’s manual)
Weight	14 pounds (listing and WORX page)	8.6 pounds with battery; 7.1 pounds tool only (WORX page)
Warranty	3 years limited (listing and WORX page)	not stated for this model; the WORX page footer mentions a 3 Year Limited Warranty without tying it to this edger

Three comparisons use only the stated values. First, the WG898’s shallowest setting, 1.5 inches, equals the WG896’s deepest setting, so the two depth ranges meet at 1.5 inches and together cover 1 to 2 inches. Second, 14 lb – 8.6 lb = 5.4 lb, so the WG896 is 5.4 pounds heavier than the WG898 with its battery fitted, and 14 lb – 7.1 lb = 6.9 pounds heavier than the bare WG898. Neither source says whether the 14 pounds includes the cord, so treat that gap as approximate. Third, the blades differ in diameter by 7.5 in – 7 in = 0.5 inch.

WORX WG896: the corded edger

WG896 specs: listing and WORX page

The table separates what the Amazon listing says from what the WORX product page says. Cells read “not stated” where a source is silent. Nothing is added from memory.

Item	Amazon listing says	WORX page says
Brand and model	WORX, model WG896	WORX, WG896
Power source	Corded electric	Rated voltage 120V~60Hz
Motor	12 amp	Rated power 12 amps
Blade	7.5 inch	7-1/2 in. blade diameter
Speed	4,700 revolutions per minute	No-load speed 4700/min
Cut depth	Three settings, 1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 inches	Three settings, 1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 in.
Power cord	Built-in 1 ft cord; extension cord required	not stated
Battery and charger	not stated (corded electric tool)	“No, this model does not come with a battery or charger. This is an electric tool.”
Machine weight	14 pounds	14 lbs.
Warranty	3 years limited	3 yrs. (3 Year Limited Warranty)
Blade included	One 7.5 inch blade (included components field)	One blade included
Item dimensions	22.6 in L x 14.1 in W	not stated

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Two calculations use only stated values. The WORX page gives a rated voltage of 120 V and the listing gives a 12-amp motor, so volts times amps gives 120 V x 12 A = 1,440 W. That is the electrical rating implied by the two numbers, not a delivered output, and it does not predict cutting speed. The three depth settings are 0.25 inch apart, so the deepest setting is 0.5 inch deeper than the shallowest.

The two sources do not describe the use the same way. The listing’s item highlight reads “Lawn Edging & Trenching Dual Use,” but its recommended uses field reads “Edging.” This page reports both fields rather than picking one. The WORX page describes the tool as a 2-in-1 lawn edger and trencher, which matches the item highlight.

The listing’s bullets describe an adjustable shaft for users of different heights, a cutting line indicator and a 12-amp motor that spins the blade fast and deep. The WORX page confirms the blade size, the motor rating, the three depth settings and the adjustable shaft. Both sources treat the 14-pound figure as the machine weight.

The listing’s included components field lists the 12 amp lawn edger and trencher and one 7.5-inch blade, and the WORX page says one blade comes with each unit. Both sources agree on what is in the box. The field does not list an extension cord, which matches the listing’s note that an extension cord is required for operation.

Who the WG896 suits

This edger suits a homeowner who edges a bed or walkway that sits near an outdoor outlet and wants a tool that does not depend on a battery charge in the middle of a job. A corded tool keeps its power as long as the cord reaches. The listing’s own instruction is to use an extension cord, so plan the cord route before you start, not after.

It also fits someone who wants the warranty stated in two places. The listing says 3 years limited, and the WORX page says “3 Year Limited Warranty.” Neither source describes how a claim is made, so ask WORX before you rely on the terms for a specific purchase.

If a corded mower is also on your list, our page on a 10-amp corded Greenworks mower covers a different corded tool type, so you can compare the cord setup side by side.

Before you order, check three things against your yard. First, check the run length from the outlet to the far end of the edge, and confirm that an outdoor-rated extension cord can cover it with the tool at the working end. Second, think about how dry the ground along that edge usually is, since the safety section below rules out wet or moist ground. Third, decide which depth you need from the three settings, 1, 1-1/4 or 1-1/2 inches.

Skip the WG896 if

• An outlet cannot reach the edge line. The listing says an extension cord is required, and every job depends on the cord length and route.
• You need a cut deeper than 1-1/2 inches. Both sources stop at three settings, and the deepest is 1-1/2 inches. The WG898 below goes to 2 inches.
• You want cordless freedom. If cordless is the goal, read the WG898 section below. For other WORX tools with a battery, our page on WORKPRO and WORX trimmers and accessories compared is a starting point.

What the WG896 sources leave out

The listing does not give an extension cord gauge or length. The WORX page says “The right extension cord will ensure you get the performance you expect and will extend the life of your tools,” and it advises a cord rated for outdoor use. The text we read stops before it names a gauge or a length, so the buyer has to choose the cord.

The listing does not describe how to change the cut depth. The WORX page refers to a cut depth knob, but the text we read stops before the steps. The same page says the blade changes are covered in the owner’s manual.

The WORX page describes 7.5-inch heavy-duty steel blades with serrated edges and two wear indicators. The text we read stops before it says what the indicators signal.

The WORX page labels 4700/min as no-load speed. The listing gives 4,700 revolutions per minute without that label, so it does not say whether the figure is under load. Neither source reports how the speed holds up once the blade meets roots or hard edging.

The listing gives one cord length only: the built-in 1 ft cord. It does not give the length or gauge of the extension cord needed for a typical run. The 1 ft figure therefore does not tell you how far the tool can reach from an outlet, and that distance is the first thing to settle before you order.

WORX WG898: the cordless edger

WORX sells the WG898 as the Nitro 20V Brushless 7-inch Cordless Edger. The stored Amazon scan for ASIN B0CP9WPXTX lists it as a WORX cordless lawn edger sold with one 4.0Ah battery. This section uses that listing, the WORX product page and the WG898 owner’s manual, and the values in the side-by-side table above are the ones used here.

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The 320 W figure in the table is a maximum output power from the manual. It is a different kind of number from the WG896’s 1,440 W electrical rating above, so the two wattages do not compare like for like and do not say which edger cuts better.

Battery, charger and what is in the box

The WG898 is a battery tool. The listing’s box line names the cordless lawn edger, a 20V 4.0Ah battery, a charger, an edger blade, a hex key and a wrench. The WORX page’s box list shows the same kind of kit by part number: a 4.0Ah PowerShare Pro battery (WA3674), a 60-minute quick charger (WA3881) and a blade (WA5880). The owner’s manual lists the same two part numbers as its suggested battery and charger, with the battery at 4.0 Ah and the charger at 2.0 A. The sources do not say whether the blade in the box is the one already fitted or a spare, so check the box when it arrives.

On battery compatibility, the listing says the included 20V battery works with WORX 20V tools and select 40V and 80V WORX tools. For any specific tool, check WORX’s compatibility information before you buy. None of the sources covers batteries from other brands, and the manual says to use the tool only with specifically designated battery packs and to recharge only with the charger WORX specifies.

The manual adds one more battery rule: do not expose the battery pack to heat or fire, and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.

Cutting depth, blade and edge guide

A single lever sets the cutting depth to one of three positions: 1.5, 1.75 or 2 inches. They are 0.25 inch apart, so the full range spans 0.5 inch. The manual’s advice is to set the depth only as deep as the job requires.

The WORX page describes a positional edge guide that can be moved out of the way or placed in the downward position, where it slides along the hardscape. It also describes a cut-line indicator, a linear rib molded into the top of the blade guard, that shows where the blade is aligned relative to the cut. The page lists a 2-stage lockout switch to prevent accidental starts, and the manual’s starting step is to press the lock-out switch and then press and hold the trigger.

The blade is 7 inches across. The WORX page says it spins clockwise, so the edger works best when you push it forward rather than walk backward while using it. The manual says the blade has two wear indicators, and once the blade wears to the small holes it should be replaced. The WORX page lists a 7-inch replacement blade with part number WA5880.

Weight, handle and storage

The weights this page uses come from the WORX page: 8.6 pounds with the battery fitted and 7.1 pounds for the tool alone. Over a long run of edging, that weight adds up, so take breaks and keep the edge guide pressed against the hard surface so the tool follows the line rather than being forced.

The WORX page says the handle slides up and down the shaft to fit your height and can rotate to change the grip angle and make storage simpler. The listing says the shaft is adjustable and collapses to save garage space. It also gives an item dimension of 57.9 by 16.2 inches but does not say whether that describes the folded tool or the packaging, so measure your storage space before you buy.

For storage, the manual says to disconnect the battery from the tool, then remove and clean any debris from the outside of the edger and the inside of the guard. The edger may be stored hanging by its handle on a hook. The manual also says not to store it on or next to fertilizers or chemicals, because that can cause rapid corrosion.

Runtime and the maker’s claims

Both the listing and the WORX page say the edger covers up to 2,800 feet of edging per charge with the 4.0Ah battery. As a unit check, 2,800 ft / 5,280 ft per mile is about 0.53 mile. Treat that as the maker’s figure: the sources we opened give no independent figure, and the owner’s manual gives no runtime at all. Real results depend on how long your edges are, how dry the soil is, the depth you set and how sharp the blade is. The kit lists one battery, so plan for a second one if you have a long run of edging.

The WORX page says its brushless motor runs 50% longer, delivers 25% more power and has a 10X longer life than brushed motors. Those are maker comparisons, and nothing in the sources we opened measures them for this model.

Who the WG898 suits

It fits a homeowner who wants to keep walks, driveways and patio borders clean without a cord, and who is comfortable inside the WORX 20V battery family. The 7-inch blade and three depth settings suit that job. The manual says the edger can also be used for trenching, where the blade leaves a small trench for placing wire underground, and for landscaping cuts along beds and around trees.

Skip the WG898 if

• You already run another battery brand and do not want a second platform. None of the sources covers cross-brand use.
• You need a cut shallower than 1.5 inches. The WG896 starts at 1 inch.
• You need a stated warranty for this model. The sources we opened do not give one for the WG898, so ask WORX first.

Safety rules that apply to both edgers

Wet ground comes first. The WORX page for the WG896 says the edger should not be used in wet or moist ground, and the WG898 manual says not to edge when the grass or soil is wet or moist. Both give the same two reasons: electrical safety, and keeping the blade chamber from clogging. If the WG898 chamber does clog, the manual says to release the trigger, wait for the blade to stop, remove the battery and clear the debris with a stick, and not to free it by dropping or tapping the tool on the ground. It adds that the edge guide and blade wear to a very sharp point, so keep hands clear while cleaning. The WG896 page says a clogged chamber must be cleared before you continue, and that you should unplug the tool before changing a blade. The text we read stops before its full clog steps.

Start with the blade off the ground. Virginia Tech’s guide says not to start an edger with the blade in contact with the ground, to avoid uncontrolled movement and possible injuries. The WG898 manual gives the sequence: line the edge guide up against the paved edge with both rear wheels on the pavement, tilt the handle down so the blade is above the ground, switch the trigger on and let the blade spin, then lift the handle slowly to lower the blade and move forward slowly. It warns that the edger can kick back toward the operator if it hits an obstruction such as thick, matted grass, so keep a firm grip. The WG896 page and the WG898 manual both say to go slowly on the first edging of each season, because the grass is thickest then.

Know what the blade can reach. Virginia Tech says edgers with metal blades can cut through underground objects, splinter concrete and cause sparks, and that you should watch for exposed electrical wires, communication lines and power cords the edger could strike. Before you cut or trench, the WG898 manual says to make sure there are no exposed or buried cables, pipes or other objects that could create a hazard. The Virginia Tech guide also says not to use an edger on gravel, not to run one without its guards or shields in place, to check that the blade and other parts are firmly attached, and never to leave a running edger unattended.

Keep people and pets back. The WG898 manual asks that other people and pets stay at least 100 feet away while the tool runs. The WG896 sources we opened give no distance.

The power source changes one step. With the WG896, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use, as the WORX page advises, and keep that cord clear of the blade’s path. With the WG898, the manual says to disconnect the battery pack before making any adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool.

How we chose

This post covers two products: the WORX WG896 corded edger (ASIN B00Q6EH7DW) and the WORX WG898 cordless edger (ASIN B0CP9WPXTX). We kept both because each is a WORX blade edger with its own Amazon listing, its own WORX page and a clear power source, and because a buyer searching for a WORX electric edger has to choose between a cord and a battery. The page compares the two power setups and does not rank the models. The WORX 2-in-1 string trimmer and edger is a different tool type, so it is not covered here.

The product data comes from the stored Amazon scans for both ASINs, captured 2026-10-11. We checked the same facts against the WORX product pages, which we opened on 2026-10-22 for the WG896 and 2026-10-29 for the WG898, and against the WG898 owner’s manual, opened 2026-10-29. Where two sources gave different values for one spec, we used one value, named its source in the text, and left the other out. From the stored records we left out the price fields, the customer rating and review-count fields, and the sales-rank fields, because those are not product facts.

For edger safety points we opened a Virginia Tech Extension lawn care guide on 2026-10-22 and again on 2026-10-29. That guide covers powered hand tools in general, so we used only its edger-specific lines. The review-summary pages that appeared in search results are not used for any fact here, since they are retail or review pages.

Where a WORX page answer was cut off in the text we read, we did not use the missing part. Where the full sentence was visible, we used it as written. That is why the WG896 cord advice on this page stops at “outdoor use” and does not name a gauge.

What we could not verify

• How either edger cuts in your soil or along your edge. The listings, the WORX pages and the manual describe features, and none gives a performance comparison.
• The WG896 extension cord rating and length. The listing and the WORX page leave the gauge and length to the owner.
• The WG898 runtime per charge. The 2,800-foot figure is the maker’s claim, and the sources give no independent result.
• WG898 motor speed. This page uses the owner’s manual’s rated no-load speed. The Amazon listing states a different speed figure, and the sources do not explain the gap or say what load that figure assumes.
• The WG898 warranty length. The footer mention on the WORX page is not tied to the edger.
• Noise. None of the sources gives a decibel figure for either edger, so this page says nothing about how loud they are.
• Which WG898 model number a seller ships. The WORX page shows WG898.9 beside WG898, and the sources do not say which version each seller sends, so confirm the battery and charger are in the box.
• Blade life and edge quality on your soil. The WG898 manual gives a wear rule for the blade, not a time, and the WG896 page text stops before it explains its wear indicators.
• Current stock, pricing and any recall or service notice. The sources we opened do not cover them, and this page gives no prices.
• Reliability over time. Neither the listings nor the WORX pages report long-term results. Read the safety section of each manual and current owner reports before you buy.
• What the 30 Day MBG mentioned on the WG896 WORX page means. The text we read does not define the term.

FAQ

Does the WORX WG896 need an extension cord?

Yes. The listing says it includes a built-in 1 ft power cord and requires an extension cord for operation. The WORX page tells owners to look for an extension cord rated for outdoor use. Neither source gives a required gauge or length.

Does the WORX WG898 come with a battery and charger?

Yes, according to the Amazon listing, whose box line names a 20V 4.0Ah battery and a charger, and the WORX page, whose box list shows a 4.0Ah PowerShare Pro battery and a 60-minute quick charger. The WORX page also shows a second model number, WG898.9, next to WG898, so check that the item you order lists the battery and charger.

How deep can each edger cut?

The WG896 has three settings, 1, 1-1/4 and 1-1/2 inches, according to the listing and the WORX page. The WG898 has three settings, 1.5, 1.75 and 2 inches, according to the listing, the WORX page and the manual. Each model’s settings sit 0.25 inch apart, so each spans 0.5 inch from shallowest to deepest.

How much does each edger weigh?

The listing and the WORX page give the WG896 as 14 pounds. For the WG898, the WORX page gives 8.6 pounds with the battery and 7.1 pounds for the tool alone. The sources do not say whether the WG896 figure includes its cord.

Can the WG898 run on a battery from another brand?

The sources we opened do not say so. The listing ties the included battery to WORX 20V tools and select 40V and 80V WORX tools, and the manual says to use the tool only with designated battery packs and to recharge only with the charger WORX specifies.

What warranty do the two edgers carry?

The WG896 listing says 3 years limited, and its WORX page says 3 Year Limited Warranty. For the WG898, the listing has no warranty field and the WORX page footer mentions a 3 Year Limited Warranty that it does not tie to this edger, so confirm the terms with WORX before you buy.

Bottom line

Choose by power setup. If an outdoor outlet reaches your whole edge line and the ground stays dry, the corded WG896 fits and needs no battery. If cord reach is the problem and you accept WORX’s 20V battery family, the cordless WG898 fits, and its box list names the battery and charger. On wet or moist ground, neither edger is the right tool that day.

Sources

• Amazon.com listing for ASIN B00Q6EH7DW (WG896), stored scan (opened 2026-10-11): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q6EH7DW
• WORX, “7.5” Electric Lawn Edger & Trencher | 12 Amp (WG896)” product page (opened 2026-10-22): https://www.worx.com/7-inch-electric-lawn-edger-trencher-wg896.html
• Amazon.com listing for ASIN B0CP9WPXTX (WG898), stored scan (opened 2026-10-11): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP9WPXTX
• WORX, Nitro 20V Brushless 7″ Cordless Edger (WG898) product page (opened 2026-10-29): https://www.worx.com/nitro-20v-brushless-7-cordless-edger.html
• WORX, Owner’s Manual for 20V 7 in. Cordless Brushless Edger, model WG898 (opened 2026-10-29): https://www.worx.com/media/wysiwyg/pdp-pages/manuals/WG898M.pdf
• Virginia Tech Extension, “Powered Hand Tools Safety: Lawn Care Training Guide,” publication BSE-50 (opened 2026-10-22 and 2026-10-29): https://pubs.ext.vt.edu/BSE/BSE-50/BSE-50.html