Experts recommend DeWalt DCST972X1 more than Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1
As of 9 Jan 2025, experts prefer DeWalt DCST972X1 over Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1, but both String Trimmers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, DeWalt DCST972X1 received 2 recommendations: from The Spruce (5 Sep 2024) and Popular Mechanics (10 Jun 2024). Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 was also endorsed 2 times: by Best of Machinery (30 Apr 2022) and Pocket-lint (3 Aug 2021). However, experts generally ranked Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 lower than DeWalt DCST972X1 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | String Trimmer | Best of Machinery  | reviewed.usatoday.com  | The Spruce  | BestCovery  | Pocket-lint  | Popular Mechanics  | Wirecutter  | Epic Gardening  | LawnStarter  | Bob Vila  |
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| 7 | - | $295 |  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. | - | - | 5 | - | - | 3 | -
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| 19 | - | Check price |  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. | 7 | - | - | - | 9 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Sep 2024 The Spruce ranked DeWalt DCST972X1 as #5
Rank String Trimmer Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 7 DeWalt DCST972X1 Best Cordless... ... ... Source: www.thespruce.com - On 10 Jun 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked DeWalt DCST972X1 as #3
Rank String Trimmer Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 9 DeWalt DCST972X1 Best for Contractors... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com - On 30 Apr 2022 Best of Machinery ranked Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 as #7
Rank String Trimmer Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 10 Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 Best Residential Battery-Powered String Trimmer... ... ... Source: bestofmachinery.com - On 3 Aug 2021 Pocket-lint ranked Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 as #9
Rank String Trimmer Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 10 Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 Power meets simplicity... ... ... Source: www.pocket-lint.com
After counting and adding up the 73 expert endorsements of the January rankings, DeWalt DCST972X1 outranks Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1. This is not to say that Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 is a bad option. Like DeWalt DCST972X1, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, DeWalt DCST972X1 outranks Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1 by 12 positions. This indicates that, as of 9 Jan 2025, DeWalt DCST972X1 is more critically acclaimed than Dewalt Flexvolt DCST970X1.
| Rank | Change | Price | String Trimmer | Best of Machinery | reviewed.usatoday.com | The Spruce | BestCovery | Pocket-lint | Popular Mechanics | Wirecutter | Epic Gardening | LawnStarter | Bob Vila |
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| 1 | - | $137 |  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. | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | - | - | 7 | - | 7 |
| 2 | - | Check price |  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. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  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. | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | 6 | 8 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  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. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | 2 |
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Expert reviews [3]
Total expert reviews: 3
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 1
| Highest score by opereviews.com | 89 |
| Average score based on 3 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by T3 | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 4
| Highest score by ProTool Reviews | 90 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 87 |
| Lowest score by toolrev.com | 84 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
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From Seller:
- High Adaptability - DEWALT universal attachment capability to accept additional tool pieces
- Flexible Operation - 15 in./17 in. adjustable swath with 0.080 in. dual line (also works with DEWALT 0.095 in. line)
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From Seller:
- Gear drive design of the edger/trimmer powers through tough overgrowth
- Cordless grass trimmer provides 15-inch cutting swath with DEWALT 0.080-inch line (also accepts DEWALT 0.095-inch line)
- Lightweight and ergonomic design of the lawn trimmer maximizes control during operation
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