In a nutshell

A Gardeners’ World Best Buy Award winner, these are a great tool for those with weaker hands. They're light and comfortable, make most cuts smoothly and easily and are great value with a lifetime guarantee.

What we tested

  • Handling
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Cutting
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Maintenance
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Value for money
    A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Overall Rating
A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.

Pros

  • Small and light, half the weight of other models tested
  • Easy to make most cuts thanks to the lever action
  • Smooth closing mechanism

Cons

  • Struggled with larger cuts
  • Blade opening limited, making it tricky to sharpen the blades
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Secateurs - Buyer's Guide video


What are Darlac Compound Action Pruner DP332 secateurs like to use?

Although a bypass secateur these have a central lever action which make it very easy on the hands when cutting, just like a ratchet secateur. The handles have a soft grip for comfort and they are surprisingly light, half the weight of some of the other secateurs tested.

The safety catch is on the top of the handle and easy to switch on or off with a flick of the thumb.

Are Darlac Compound Action Pruner DP332 secateurs good value for money?

One of the cheaper models these are comfortable and cut well. They also have a lifetime guarantee making them excellent value for money.

Who Darlac Compound Action Pruner DP332 secateurs most useful for?

Ideal for gardeners with small hands and those lacking strength.

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Product Specifications

Product
BrandDarlac
NameDarlac Compound Action Pruner
ModelCompound Action Pruner
Price£14.99
Secateur typeBypass
Features
Hand orientationRight-handed
HandlePlastic
Blade materialCarbon steel
Blade removableYes
Non-stick coating on bladeYes
Safety catchYes
Weight112g
Lifetime WarrantyYes
ecoCredentials
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