String trimmers get into spots your mower just can’t reach. These tools, sometimes called weed whackers, are also famously tough to start, particularly if they’ve been in storage all winter. Because ...

Battery-powered and corded options from Ego, Makita, Ryobi, and more shine in CR’s tests Battery-powered string trimmers are more plentiful and often perform better than corded models. By Paul Hope ...

Editor's Note: January 20, 2025: We're looking ahead to spring and now is the perfect time to plan for it. We've reviewed this article and still stand by our recommendations. For our next update, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Electric tools have been gaining ground over their gas counterparts for years now, and these days, it's not uncommon to see somebody down the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Weed eater, grass trimmer, weed whacker, string trimmer. Whatever you want to call it, the tool that helps clear up overgrown patches of grass ...

This simple string trimmer offers decent performance for the price, but it lacks the power to tackle large areas or bigger plants. Why you can trust T3 Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and ...