January 2025
String Lawn Trimmers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of string lawn trimmers rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.
Summary
On 9 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 73 string trimmer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
58 string trimmers were endorsed in total, only 12 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Jan 2025, Worx WG163 GT takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed string trimmer with 4 expert endorsements. 1 expert out of 4 recommended it as the '#1 string trimmer' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Black+Decker: 9 string trimmers
(#1 is Black+Decker ST8600)
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Husqvarna: 6 string trimmers
(#1 is Husqvarna 128LD)
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Ego Power+: 5 string trimmers
(#1 is EGO Power+ 15-Inch)
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Ryobi: 5 string trimmers
(#1 is Ryobi RY40270)
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Echo: 4 string trimmers
(#1 is Echo SRM-266)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
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Best of Machinery
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reviewed.usatoday.com
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The Spruce
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BestCovery
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Pocket-lint
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Popular Mechanics
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Wirecutter
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Epic Gardening
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LawnStarter
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Bob Vila
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Worx WG163 GT
The Worx WG163 GT String Trimmer is a highly recommended tool for homeowners looking to maintain their lawns and complete landscaping projects, offering sufficient power, durability, ease of use, and safety features.
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Husqvarna 128LD
The Husqvarna 128LD gas string trimmer is highly recommended by experts for its power, versatility, durability, low noise levels, ease of use, and safety features, making it a reliable and valuable tool for homeowners and professional landscapers.
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Toro 51480
The Toro 51480 String Trimmer is a powerful and reliable option for homeowners, offering almost gas-powered performance levels, easy switching between trimming and edging modes, and a comfortable and safe trimming experience.
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5
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Black+Decker ST8600
The Black+Decker ST8600 String Trimmer is a powerful and reliable corded trimmer that is suitable for maintaining lawns and tackling various vegetation, with adjustable power settings, a durable design, and user-friendly features.
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Echo SRM-266
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3
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6
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Worx GT Revolution
The Worx GT Revolution String Trimmer is a powerful and versatile tool suitable for smaller to medium-sized lawns, offering adjustable power settings, durability, ease of use, and safety features for efficient regular lawn maintenance.
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DeWalt DCST972X1
The DeWalt DCST972X1 String Trimmer is a highly recommended tool for both professional landscapers and homeowners, thanks to its high-end power output, versatility, durability, and user-friendly features.
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5
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Makita XRU15Z
The Makita XRU15Z is a highly praised string trimmer that offers powerful performance, versatility, durability, low noise levels, ease of use, and safety features, making it a highly recommended option for homeowners with smaller lawns or those who require precision trimming and edging.
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Echo SRM-225
The Echo SRM-225 String Trimmer is a highly praised and powerful tool that is durable, easy to use, and suitable for a range of trimming and edging tasks.
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Greenworks 21302
The Greenworks 21302 String Trimmer is a battery-powered, lightweight, and versatile trimmer/edger that offers powerful performance and convenience without the need for gas or emissions.
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Black+Decker BESTA510
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Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1
The Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 String Trimmer is a highly praised and powerful tool that is suitable for both residential and commercial use, offering power, versatility, and efficient trimming capabilities.
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We ranked Worx WG163 GT #1 in January 2025 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Worx WG163 GT as #1.
Best of Machinery
Best Trimmer for Efficient Performance / 2023 Choice Award
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12” wide cutting path
2-in-1 function with dual-position wheels for grass trimming or edging
Comes with 2 powerful 20V MAX lithium-ion rechargeable batteries
Ultra-lightweight design at only 5.3 lbs
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You might need to swap the string out - it's not very strong
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Bob Vila
Best for Small Yards
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Shaft rotates 90 degrees for convenient edging
Includes a second battery
Folds flat for compact storage
Impressive power considering the compact size
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Batteries have shorter runtime and longer charging time than other options
Head angle adjustment is somewhat awkward
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We ranked Husqvarna 128LD #2 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Husqvarna 128LD as #1.
LawnStarter
Runner-Up
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Powerful engine with easy starts
Easy to load and release line
Uses professional-grade string
Converts to other power tools with Husqvarna attachments (sold separately)
Lightweight compared to similar gas trimmers
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Expensive
Users reported the shaft being too short for someone around 6 feet to use comfortably
Some users reported issues with the engine stalling out regularly
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend string lawn trimmers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of string lawn trimmers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for January 2025 ranking
Best of Machinery
reviewed.usatoday.com
The Spruce
BestCovery
Pocket-lint
Popular Mechanics
Wirecutter
Epic Gardening
LawnStarter
Bob Vila
We ranked Toro 51480 #3 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
LawnStarter
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Inexpensive
Easy to use
Converts to wheeled edger
Telescoping shaft
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Relatively weak engine
A little heavy for corded
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We ranked Black+Decker ST8600 #4 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
Bob Vila
Best Bang for the Buck
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Compact and lightweight unit is easy to carry
13-inch cutting swath handles most work quickly
Great flexibility; converts from string trimmer to edger
Corded model; no expensive batteries to replace
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Does not include a pigtail power cord
Range limited by the length of the extension cord
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We ranked Echo SRM-266 #5 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
The Spruce
Best Gas
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Powerful cutting capabilities
Fairly easy to start
Wide cutting swath
Can be converted for use with metal blades
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Noisy
Gas fumes
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LawnStarter
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Reduced effort starter
Easy to load new line
Hefty cutting power
Durable engine
Ergonomic design
Long shaft
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Expensive
Trigger is a bit stiff
It takes 2 – 3 minutes to warm up
Smaller users may find it heavy without a shoulder strap
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We ranked Worx GT Revolution #6 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
Bob Vila
Best Lightweight
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Very lightweight and easy to carry
Budget-friendly
Includes an extra battery
Folds flat for storage
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Limited runtime
Long recharge time
Not as effective for overgrown grass and coarse weeds
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We ranked DeWalt DCST972X1 #7 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
The Spruce
Best Cordless
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Adjustable cutting swath
Can be used with many different attachments
Powerful
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Relatively heavy
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Popular Mechanics
Best for Contractors
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High and low speed settings
Massive 60-watt power
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Heavy overall weight
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We ranked Makita XRU15Z #8 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
Best of Machinery
Best Professional Battery-Powered String Trimmer
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No need to purchase or add fuel
Automatic sensing technology provides the proper RPM
Brushless motor allows for a long run time
Easy push-button start
Quiet and odorless engine
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Small debris shield
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Bob Vila
Upgrade pick
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Runtime is longer than recharge time; second battery always ready to use
Comes with a second set of batteries; ideal for extended use
Runtime is longer than the competition
Gas-like power, without the noise or the fumes
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Very small debris guard
Bump head is a little stiff
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We ranked Echo SRM-225 #9 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
Best of Machinery
Best 2-Stroke String Trimmer for Homeowners
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Lightweight at 11.5 lbs
Bump head allows for easy release of string
Low vibration design reduces user fatigue
Engine is easy to start and keeps running while in use
5-year residential and 2-year commercial warranty
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2-stroke cycle engine requires a mix of gasoline and oil
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We ranked Greenworks 21302 #10 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
LawnStarter
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High-quality battery
Converts to wheeled edger
Telescoping shaft
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Heavy for its class
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We ranked Black+Decker BESTA510 #11 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
LawnStarter
Top Corded Electric
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Inexpensive
Lightweight
Easy to use
Converts to wheeled edger
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Not compatible with some 3-prong extension cords
Some users reported problems with the auto-feed not releasing the right length of line
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We ranked Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 #12 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best string lawn trimmers” rankings.
Best of Machinery
Best Residential Battery-Powered String Trimmer
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Brushless motor allows for long run time
Quiet operation and no idling
Push-button start
No need for gasoline nor oil
3-year limited warranty + 90-day money-back guarantee
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Users report issues with the included bump head
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