The Best Yard Trimmers

Black and Decker Grass Hog NST2018

• The Black and Decker Grass Hog NST2018 is a 7-lb. trimmer that is designed to cut the edges of a lawn. The trimmer requires the use of two 18V NiCad batteries and lasts about 25 minutes per charge. The cost of the trimmer is about $100 and comes with a two-year warranty.

Stihl FSE 60

• The 9-lb. Stihl FSE 60 trimmer has a 600-watt motor and weighs just under 9 lbs.. The sounds of the trimmer runs under 60 decibels, which may be ideal for use in residential neighborhoods. Extension cords for the trimmer run to 200 feet and can handle tall grass and tough weeds. The trimmer can be found online for as low as $130.

Craftsman 79194

• The Craftsman 79194 gas trimmer has a 29cc, 4-cycle engine with a two-line cutting head and 14-inch cutting width. The trimmer weighs in at 19 lbs. and includes a split boom attachment. The cost of the Craftsman trimmer is about $170 and comes with a two-year warranty.

Echo SRM-225

• The Echo SRM-225 trimmer features a 21.2 cc engine and has a 59'-inch straight shaft. The fuel capacity of the trimmer is almost 15 fluid oz., and the starting system reduces a user's starting effort by 30 percent. The trimmer weighs in at 12 lbs. and meets EPA emissions standards. The Echo trimmer costs $220 and comes with a five-year warranty.

Lehr Eco Trimmer ST025DC

• The four-stroke, Lehr Eco Trimmer ST025DC has a 25cc engine and weighs 15 lbs. The cutting swath is 17 inches, and the trimmer runs for about two hours on propane fuel. The estimated price of the trimmer is $180, and it comes with a curved detachable shaft.