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A string trimmer’s feed type determines how the trimmer head will release additional trimmer line as the existing line becomes frayed and broken during use. The standard is a bump feed, in which the ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The string trimmer is both a blessing and a curse. It can be a tremendous ...

String trimmers use a quick rotation to whip off the tops of grass and weeds. Selecting the best trimmer for your yard makes adding the finishing touches to the lawn an easy-to-complete task. Read on ...

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased gas straight shaft string trimmers, by the end of the 4th year of ownership. Predicted brand reliability ...

The Ego Power+ ST1521S is a hi-tech string trimmer, boasting a big battery, lightweight carbon fiber shaft, and a Powerload automatic string loading system. Most of this fancy stuff is worth it; it is ...

If you take care of your own lawn and landscaping, you’re going to need a string trimmer. These powerful machines and their rotating string allow you to quickly and easily trim and slice through ...

The folks at BobVila.com rounded up their favorite weed whackers, and one model stood head and shoulders above the rest. "In my backyard test, the Makita outperformed the rest of the pack. It felt ...