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Top Picks

Ryobi ONE+ HP String Trimmer
Top Pick

Best lightweight power tool for residential lawn maintenance.

This is the rare battery-powered trimmer that actually feels like a gas-powered replacement, offering serious torque without the ear-splitting roar. You sacrifice the raw, unlimited runtime of a fuel tank, but you gain a quiet, low-maintenance tool that makes weekend yard work feel significantly less like a chore.

Brushless Power

Quiet Operation

Easy Reloading

Variable Speed

Kobalt Gen4 String Trimmer
Runner-Up

Best cordless trimmer for residential yards up to half an acre.

This Kobalt string trimmer offers cordless convenience with its 40V battery system and a 15-inch cutting swath. While it boasts an adjustable handle and attachment capability, its straight shaft design might not suit all users. The bump feed system and dual lines aim for efficient operation in general yard tasks.

Brushless Motor

Wide Cut

Easy Line Feed

Quick Reload

Best space-saving trimmer for homeowners with limited storage.

This trimmer solves the perennial problem of garage clutter with a clever folding hinge that shrinks its footprint without sacrificing reach. It’s a smart, high-performance tool for those who value storage efficiency as much as a clean lawn, though you’ll trade a bit of rugged simplicity for that added mechanical complexity.

Folding Design

Easy Line Load

Wide Cut

Variable Speed

Best lightweight power for comfortable, efficient yard maintenance.

Best high efficiency tool for homeowners seeking hassle free line maintenance.

Best cordless solution for homeowners seeking gas power without the noise.

Best cordless trimmer for homeowners wanting gas-like power without the maintenance.

Best versatile trimmer for homeowners managing large, multi-task landscaping projects.