Attempting to fix or replace parts of your electric yard equipment can seem like a daunting task. One such example is installing the line of your Ryobi String Trimmer. As Ryobi has been creating tools ...

Replacing the line on a weed whacker is one of those tasks that feels more complicated than it should be. Many traditional string trimmer heads require full disassembly, winding the line manually, and ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The string trimmer is both a blessing and a curse. It can be a tremendous ...

No compromises with this adaptable tool—it can wack weeds with the rest of them.

With many spending so much more time at home since the pandemic started, some turned to home improvement projects late last year, like renovating outdoor living spaces, installing pools and building ...

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "I work in construction, and we wanted to create a tool that would make it easier to run string line," said one of two inventors, from Lamont, Fla., "so we ...

These battery-powered and corded electric string trimmers perform on a par with gas-powered models—or even better—in CR’s tests.

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 ...