Best String Trimmer Reviews – Consumer Reports Reviews

Battery String Trimmers (57)

The best battery-powered string trimmers can cut as well as or even better than gas models—without the emissions and reduced noise. But, they are best for smaller yards and more modest needs since runtimes are limited (about 30 minutes) and it may take up an hour to recharge.

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Corded String Trimmers (4)

Corded string trimmers offer the conveniences of battery-powered trimmers without the limited runtimes. However, they are best for smaller yards and more modest needs since they shouldn't be used with extension cords longer than 100 feet.

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Gas String Trimmers (19)

Choose a gas model if your property is on the large side or has tall grass and weeds. But you'll need to deal with fuel, maintenance, and noisy operation. (All the gas-powered string trimmers in our tests are loud enough to require hearing protection.)

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String Trimmers Buying Guide

Even a blue-ribbon lawn won’t win any landscaping prizes if it has shaggy, untrimmed walkways and tall grass poking up around trees and fence posts. Modern string trimmers address a garden variety of lawn-grooming concerns with better performance and convenience for less money.