Loppers are heavy-duty cutting tools designed to prune thick branches and stems. With long handles and a scissor-like cutting mechanism, loppers offer the leverage needed to trim branches that are too thick for pruners but not large enough to require a saw. They are ideal for tree and shrub maintenance, helping to manage plant size and shape. Loppers are available with different types of blades, such as bypass or anvil, to suit various pruning tasks.