A string trimmer is the ideal tool for reaching areas your lawn mower can’t, such as cutting grass and weeds along fence lines. It’s also the tool you want for finishing touches, like edging walkways ...

Effective gas-powered string trimmers tidy the edges of your yard and maintain its appearance while preventing water damage ...

Consumer Reports reveals the best string trimmers you can buy right now. Our tests find that you don't have to pay a lot to get a capable string trimmer.

We tested top-rated cordless models on real yard tasks to find which ones cut cleanly, run longer, and handle tough weeds without slowing down.