There are a variety of string trimmer heads, each with different downsides, so it's best to inform yourself before choosing ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. String trimmers can be a pain. Many an hour on a weekend day has been lost while trying to feed string into a fickle ...

Now that spring has officially sprung, many of us are trying to beat back, cut down and keep up with our growing grasses, plants and, yes, weeds. Consumer Reports’ lawn and garden experts share tips ...

Grass trimmers are designed to keep lawn edges looking neat, but only the best can tidy and trim hard-to-reach grass without hassle. The worst we’ve tested leave behind straggly grass and stubborn ...

String trimmers (also commonly called weed whackers) are the tool of choice to cut high grass along fences, rock walls, and garden beds. That’s because they’re designed to get into tight areas where ...

If you are thinking about cleaning up your property, you may find yourself looking to purchase a string trimmer (aka weed wacker), which can cut areas not accessible to lawn mowers. Whether you are a ...

Making the choice between Ryobi's gas and electric grass trimmers comes down to your specific lawn needs. Gas models, like Ryobi's 2-cycle and 4-cycle options, deliver solid performance while tackling ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're a homeowner or have ever worked in the landscaping industry, you probably know that there are many different types of lawn and ...

String trimmers can be a pain. Many an hour on a weekend day has been lost while trying to feed string into a fickle trimmer or fruitlessly yanking a gas-powered trimmer's pull cord while the engine ...