Battery-powered lawn and garden tools have come a long way over the past couple of decades. Engineers worked on the problem for a long time, but power and runtime were critical limitations. Since the ...

Ideally, the best string trimmer should be lightweight, durable, and easy to operate. The string line should advance smoothly, and the user shouldn’t need to frequently stop and untangle the line. It ...

We chose the Ego Power+ 15-Inch 56-Volt Cordless String Trimmer as our Best Overall pick for its extended runtime and quiet and fume-free operation. String trimmers use a quick rotation to whip off ...

String trimmers (also called weed whackers) are the tool of choice to cut high grass along fences, rock walls, and garden beds. That’s because they’re designed to get into tight areas where mowers can ...

Editor's Note: Feb. 18, 2026: 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. Once there is grass to trim, ...

Most hedge trimmers plug into an outlet—great for long trimming sessions, not so great if you hate fussing with (or slicing through) a power cord. Stihl is among the major names changing the scenario: ...