10 Best Loppers for Thick Branches (September 2026)
Hand loppers handle branches roughly 1 inch to 2.5 inches in diameter, with heavy-duty models reaching about 3 inches. For branches thicker than that, a pruning saw or mini chainsaw is the right tool. That range matters because the difference between a 1.5-inch and a 2.25-inch lopper is the difference between one clean squeeze and … Read more