DeWalt's string trimmer and edger can both come in handy for giving your yard some added curb appeal, but which is the better tool for your arsenal?

Look for a 36-volt trimmer or higher if you need to take on large patches of denser, taller weeds. High-powered string trimmers use a thicker cutting string, also called a line, which can cut through ...

In addition to cutting tall grass in hard-to-reach spots, your string trimmer can also function as an edger to give your yard a professionally landscaped look. Edging creates a crisp line, free f ...

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 eng ...

Best Battery-Powered String Trimmers Battery string trimmers now often pack the power of gas models, and they’re priced comparably.

String trimmers can weigh anywhere from 5 pounds to over 20 pounds. Obviously, the lighter the trimmer, the easier it is to carry around. But the design of the frame also impacts the comfort level.

Choosing the right yard equipment doesn’t have to be complicated. Consumer Reports shows you how to buy a string trimmer that fits your needs.

String trimmers can weigh anywhere from 5 pounds to over 20 pounds. Obviously, the lighter the trimmer, the easier it is to carry around. But the design of the frame also impacts the comfort level.