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 ...

CR's tests have found that you don't have to pay a lot to get a capable tool A string trimmer, like these from Echo, Husqvarna, and Ego, can reach tight spots that a lawn mower can't. By Paul Hope ...

The Ryobi RY40HPST01 is part of the String Trimmers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Battery String Trimmer models like the RY40HPST01 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those ...

The Senix GTS4QL-L is part of the String Trimmers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Gas String Trimmer models like the GTS4QL-L are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed ...