The best patio weeders in 2024

If you're in need of a more heavy-duty tool, there are also thermal weeders. Powered by mains electricity, these weeders deliver a short burst of extreme heat to kill off weeds. Thermal weeders are also usually long-handled, so there’s no need for hours of kneeling down and putting a strain on your back.

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The best patio weeders in 2024

Hawksmoor patio weeder

With a strong, stainless steel L-shaped head this rust resistant weeder is able to reach into tight cracks and grub out seedlings and the shaped ergonomic handle helps take the strain. With a hanging hole for easy storage, it’s great value too.

Price: £4.98

Buy Hawksmoor patio weeder from Toolstation

Fiskars Weeding Knife

Fitted with two sharp knife blades, the Fiskars Weeding Knife will remove moss and weeds from paved areas. The long handle has a soft grip for comfort and a hanging hole at the end for easy storage.

Price: £27.63

Buy Fiskars Weeding Knife from B & Q

Burgon and Ball Weeder

Part of a collaboration between the National Trust and gardening specialists Burgon and Ball, this weeding knife has a rustproof stainless steel blade. The handle is FSC-certified hardwood and there's a strong leather cord for hanging it up after use.

Price: £12.oo

Buy National Trust Burgon and Ball Patio Weeding Knife at The National Trust

Hozelock Thermal Weeder

A thermal weeder is a simple way to remove moss or weeds from paved areas without using chemicals or bending. Powered by mains electricity via the 3m cable, the Hozelock Green Power Thermal Weeder heats up in 45 seconds to deliver an intense thermal shock of 600°C.

Price: £70

Buy Hozelock Thermal Weeder at Argos

Sneeboer Weed Gouger

The Sneeboer Weed Gouger has a stainless steel, inverted 'V' shaped blade and a smooth, cherrywood handle. At 39 cm in length, the tool is ideal for hooking out long tap roots in lawns, borders and patios.

Price: £36.95

Buy Sneeboer Weed Gouger at Harrod Horticultural

Telescopic wire weeding brush

With a handle that extends up to 1.3 metres, the Telescopic Wire Block Paving Brush has three rows of stiff bristles to fit into any grooves on paved areas and decking. Reinforced with a metal collar around the brush head, there's also a metal scraper for more targeted cleaning.

Price: £19.99

Buy Telescopic Wire Block Paving Brush at Suttons

Kent and Stowe Stainless Steel Hand Weeding Knife

This Kent and Stowe weeder has a high-quality stainless steel head and a comfortable ash wood handle for a secure grip. Its plain-edged blade is perfect for slicing or scraping away unwanted weeds in cracks or between patio slabs.

Price: £9.99

Buy the Kent and Stowe Weeding Knife from Marshalls Garden

How to use a patio weeder

Many patio weeding tools consist of a sharp, L-shaped knife – simply insert the end of the blade between the paving stones to hook weeds, cut them off at the root and remove them.

Using a thermal weeder, like the Hozelock Green Power Weeder, requires a little extra care. Following the accompanying instructions carefully, allow the thermal weeder to heat up fully before use. Target one area at a time and deliver the thermal shock in short bursts. Be careful to avoid nearby furniture or vegetation.

This Product Guide was last updated in June 2024. We apologise if anything has changed in price or availability.