I always find this to be a great characteristic to look out for because when tools are more straight forward to use, I’m more likely to go to the trouble of getting them out of the shed in the first place. This is good value although I’m disappointed that I can’t benefit from the dual functionality of this machine.

However, gas models take a little more effort to use, including attaching it to a gas bottle in this case. In this weed burner review, I thoroughly compared design, ease of use, effectiveness, safety and value for money for multiple products. Complete with 8 Butane Canisters Also ideal for de-icing pavements, de-freezing brass water pipes and lighting BBQ grills. I did also notice that there was quite lot of dark discolouration in the nozzle end after I’d used it. There’s a 3 m hose included, so you’ve got a fair amount of freedom to move around your patio, eliminating weeds as you go.This lets you fill them all up and just swap them in and out when they’re empty, even in the middle of a weeding session.

While this model does cost more than other burners on the market, it’s sturdy and good quality, with a hardened propane hose that won’t swell nor break. There are two main styles when it comes to weed burners: gas-powered burners and mains-powered burners. You'll also find many reputable brands selling both gas and electric - the Havelock weed burner range is a good example. The Weed Burner engulfs the weed with intense heat, destroying the weed’s cellular structure, with the result that the weed dries out and withers and dies within 2 days.It’s also possible to find burners with longer cables, commonly around 5 metres, but an extension cable might still be needed. Whilst other weed-killing methods are more generalised, applied as a spray or granule, you are in full control when using a weed burner.