Before You Buy

What a string trimmer does, how to pick one, how much they weigh, shaft styles and the Weed Eater name.

  • Greenworks 24V 12-Inch Trimmer
    Before You Buy

    How Much Does a String Trimmer Weigh?

    Learn how much a string trimmer weighs, how batteries and shaft styles affect the feel, and what to check before choosing a model for your yard.

  • BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX 2-in-1 Trimmer and Edger
    Before You Buy

    How to Choose a Weed Eater for Your Yard

    Learn how to choose a weed eater by matching power, weight, shaft, cutting width, line, and attachments to your yard and the trimming you do.

  • BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX 2-in-1 Trimmer and Edger
    Before You Buy

    Is Weed Eater a Brand or Just a Nickname?

    Is Weed Eater a brand or a nickname? Learn how the name is used, how to compare trimmers from different brands, and what to check before you buy.

  • WORX WG163 20V 2-in-1 Trimmer and Edger
    Before You Buy

    What Is a String Trimmer Used For?

    Learn what a string trimmer is used for, where it works around a yard, when it can edge a lawn, and which jobs call for a different tool.