The best cordless string trimmer 2022 is a combination of key features and your personal choice. But the editors of Home Garden and Homestead are confident one of these trimmers will be the perfect model for your needs and your budget.

If you’re reading this story, we assume you are considering a cordless electric string trimmer, or “weed wacker.” Now you want to know which one is the best. We believe battery powered outdoor equipment is the way to go. You never have to buy gasoline. Instead, you simply recharge the battery pack.

A new cordless electric string trimmer won’t emit smelly gas fumes. Rechargeable electric power tools are clean running and very quiet. And perhaps best of all, they start easily with the push of a button. No more pulling on a cord to get a finicky gas engine to start.

We’ve reviewed the available models of the best cordless string trimmers of 2022 to find the models we like. All the models reviewed in this story will easily cut through grass and weeds. They help keep your lawn and yard looking nicely manicured. And they do it with very little work on your part.

We’ve divided the top trimmers into three categories: Most Powerful Trimmers, Best in the 40-Volt Class, and Best Value-Priced Trimmers. They all come with the battery pack and charger.

Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to buy your new battery powered string trimmer. And if you’re in the market for a mower, please read our review of the best Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers.

Best Cordless String Trimmer 2022: Most Powerful Trimmers

EGO Power 56-Volt Cordless String Timmer

EGO Power makes top-notch battery-powered outdoor yard tools. They aren’t the cheapest, but they are well engineered and they perform well. (We know. We have several EGO Power cordless electric outdoor power equipment. Including this string trimmer.) The EGO Power 56-volt cordless electric string trimmer has more power than any other battery powered trimmer priced under $200.

The weather-resistant construction and the high-efficient brushless motor will perform anywhere, in any weather. The rapid reload head means the cutting string can be reloaded in just seconds. The 15-inch-wide cutting path makes fast work of all your trimming jobs.

In fact, everything about this trimmer is impressive. The powerful battery charges in just 50 minutes, and the charger has a handy LED indicator light. That way you’ll know when it’s fully charged. The variable speed trigger delivers instant power when you need it. This weed eater/string trimmer has all the power and performance you need. A great value.

DEWALT 60V MAX String Trimmer (15-Inch)

The DEWALT 60V MAX* String Trimmer is powerful enough to eat through tough overgrowth and withstand heavy-duty usage every day. Grass and weeds are no match for this bad boy. The high-efficiency brushless motor maximizes runtime and motor life. At 12 pounds, this trimmer is solid as a rock. But its ergonomic design maximizes control and minimizes stress on your arms.

The 15-inch cutting path is top of the line, and the high/low speed control lets to maximize run time and switch on full power only when you need it. This best cordless string trimmer includes a FLEXVOLT 20V/60V MAX battery that powers all DEWALT 60V MAX tools. Or it’s backwards compatible to work with 20V MAX tools. The bump feed head comes with a quick-load spool of 0.08-inch dual line installed.

Best Cordless String Trimmer 2022: Best 40-Volt Trimmers

RYOBI 40-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Trimmer

The Ryobi 40-Volt battery powered trimmer offers gas-like power—with none of the hassle of mixing oil and gas. Attachment capability means you can add on RYOBI Expand-It attachments, saving you time, money and space.

The RYOBI 40-Volt Cordless Trimmer comes with premium 0.080 inch twisted line. The easy bump-feed string head means faster reloads. (That’s a feature usually found on gas trimmers.) The cutting width is adjustable from 13 to 15 inches to allow for longer run time or wider cutting width. This trimmer is recommended for yards up to one acre.

Greenworks 40V 12″ Cordless String Trimmer

We love the Greenworks brand of cordless electric outdoor power tools. So, it’s no big surprise that we like the Greenworks 40-volt cordless string trimmer. The fully charged 40-volt battery gives up to 60 minutes of runtime. The 12-inch-wide cutting path is perfect for home and gardens up to 1/3 acres.

The ergonomic design delivers superior balance for comfortable use. Just squeeze the variable speed trigger to unleash extra power when you need it. We like the wraparound handle, which makes it easy to maneuver this trimmer. This solid trimmer weighs 8.8 pounds. One big plus: this string trimmer uses the same battery pack as other Greenworks 40V cordless electric power tools. One drawback: it takes 120 minutes to completely charge the battery.

Best Cordless String Trimmer 2022: Best Value-Priced Trimmers

 

BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Cordless Electric String Trimmer

The 20-volt Black + Decker cordless electric trimmer is an excellent value. The swivel head of this tool rotates to become a handy lawn edger. The automatic feed spool feeds the trimmer/edger as line is needed. The two-speed control results in extended run time on the slower speed and a power boost on the higher speed. The soft-grip handle improves comfort and control. Adjust the handle to suit your height.

The included lithium-ion battery provides 66% more battery capacity for an extended runtime (compared to earlier Black+Decker batteries). Great for smaller yards and lawns.

 

WORX 20V PowerShare 12″ Cordless String Trimmer & Edger

This unique cordless electric string trimmer easily converts a wheel edger in just seconds. (the rubberized wheels support and guide the edger, giving cleaner cuts with straighter edges. The head tilts 90 degrees for trimming edges on sloped terrain and hard-to-reach places. The push button “command feed” spool system gives instant line feeding.

This is a lightweight unit, weighing just 5.3 pounds. The included Worx Power Share battery is compatible with all Worx 20v and 40v tools.

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