Trimmer, Edger......

[GG Allin]

Search that on Amazon and 9000 results come back. Help me narrow it down to one.
I'll go battery powered if they're up to the task. I don't need anything crazy industrial level, but I'm not interested in junk. Budget is ~ $200

What say ye?

[craigster59]

Ryobi One from Home Depot. Same battery for hedge trimmer and leaf blower, you'll always be fully charged.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Edger-4-0-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-Included-P2080/206451828

[R K T]

Loved my WORX!

20V converts from edger to trimmer, lots of power.

[Baz]

I prefer 2 cycle Echo brand.

[stevej37]

Originally Posted by Baz

I prefer 2 cycle Echo brand.

Same here.
I just bought this for my Echo, to do edging. I haven't tried it out yet..but I like the idea of having a stabile point for the trimmer.

https://www.amazon.com/Edging-Straight-Trimmers-EXCEPT-Number/dp/B004FEGPIS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534616257&sr=8-1&keywords=echo+edgit+pro

[KFC911]

I purchased an Echo hand-held 58v blower for dad...got one for myself too later. Just toy blowers imo.....wouldn't consider anything but 2-cycle for a trimmer....I've had a Stihl FS80 for years....simply a beast and will last me forever. A REAL trimmer is not much more than battery power....they still gonna be strong in 10 years? Love the balance, power, everything about my FS80...nuthin' wrong with Echo 2-cycle stuff either .

[Zeke]

Read the reviews of the Ryobi before drinking the coolaid.

[wswartzwel]

I purchased a Honda 4 cycle over 10 years ago. still running strong. Over the budget you posted... but will probably outlast 2 or 3 of those cheaper units.

[Jims5543]

I have a Ryobi 40 volt, purchased about 2 years ago. I live on a typical Florida 1/4 acre tract home property.

It trims, edges, and I also have a blower to clean up. I have 2 batteries, one will do all 3 duties on a full charge. I have a second in case my wife forgets to recharge when done, which has happened.


https://www.amazon.com/40-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Trimmer-Sweeper/dp/B01M4G4YMK/ref=sr_1_10?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1534623035&sr=1-10&keywords=ryobi+weed+eater+with+battery+and+charger

[Don Ro]

I still have a Shindaiwa Commercial (Blue 230) string trimmer from 15 years ago...almost 20 years.
It'll take a blade.
Had to buy a new gas tank recently...thank you CA MTBE. Couldn't buy just the tank, had to buy all of the hoses, etc. About $40.
It's a powerful rig. I wind it with 1/32" wire cable...nothing stops it.
2 stokes must be maintained diligently...as many have posted.

[Don Ro]

Originally Posted by wswartzwel

I purchased a Honda 4 cycle over 10 years ago. still running strong. Over the budget you posted... but will probably outlast 2 or 3 of those cheaper units.

Yeah, they're great. My next one, if ever needed.

[KFC911]

Originally Posted by Don Ro

....
2 stokes must be maintained diligently...as many have posted.

You mean by using only pure gasoline...without ethanol added ? Might be an issue if it's not available in your area... for sure .

[Don Ro]

I run the gas that's available, but empty the tank and run it dry. Only thing I can do.

[Gogar]

That Spare 40V Ryobi battery costs as much as the whole shebang.

[HardDrive]

Skip the Home Depot junk and get a Stihl FSE 60. Superior in every way.

[LakeCleElum]

With 3 acres, I need my gas powered John Deere, BUT:

My wife can't start it and wanted something battery powered for the light duty jobs. Blower/trimmer for under $100 and works fine:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-DECKER-String-Trimmer-Leaf-Blower-20-Volt-Cordless-Battery-And-Charger/112983263581?epid=2208534507&hash=item1a4e53c95d:g:GmcAAOSwdIBa8yiw

Comes with 2 batteries and will easily go 30 minutes per battery on a charges. Blower is also a light duty backup to my 2 stroke one.

[scottmandue]

Originally Posted by craigster59

Ryobi One from Home Depot. Same battery for hedge trimmer and leaf blower, you'll always be fully charged.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Edger-4-0-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-Included-P2080/206451828

Their 18v battery also fits about a dozen other tools (I bought the kit a few years back when it was on sale).
Their sawzall is sloppy but works great on PVC sprinkler repair, I have dad's old corded craftsmen jigsaw for fine work.
The circular saw is weak but does a good job on plywood, I have a corded Makita for 2x4 and a screw drive Milwaukee that is a boat anchor so I never use it.

The 1/2 drill that cam with the kit is great, and a 18v flashlight came with the kit.

Sure Ryobi is not professional grade but I'm just a weekend warrior and do light stuff around the house and not going to spend big $$$

[MBAtarga]

Stihl Kombi kit owner here. Trimmer, edger, hedge trimmer, brushcutter - all same power head.

[81SC]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

Skip the Home Depot junk and get a Stihl FSE 60. Superior in every way.

Yep, Stihl all the way for me as well & in 15 years time when you need parts for it you will be able to get them.

Are they starting to phase out 2 stroke mowers in the USA?, in OZ some of the major suppliers are going 4 stroke over 2 stroke.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

Skip the Home Depot junk and get a Stihl FSE 60. Superior in every way.

FYI: Home Depot sells Echo power equipment, which is hardly junk.

But I know what you were saying.....