Makita has made a name for itself — not only for being a reliable tool company, but also for having a unique selection. There are strange tools like dust blowers, heated jackets, and a whole line of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Both sold at Home Depot but created by different manufacturers, Makita and Milwaukee are constantly being compared to each other. This is ...

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 ...

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Battery string trimmers start up effortlessly, perform quietly, and have zero emissions. Gas string trimmers have endless run times (as long as you refuel). Both styles of these tools remain popular, ...

Editor’s Note, May 27, 2026: New to this guide is the Ryobi 40-Volt 17-Inch Cordless string trimmer, which we now recommend as the most versatile for its variety of (legitimately useful) head ...