Whether your patch is big or small, tackle long grass and tricky corners with our tester’s pick of the top cordless and corded models. Plus, how to protect wildlife when trimming ...

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

A reviewer literally shoved their arm into a thicket of thorns to prove these "gauntlet gloves" protect against scratches and ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A string trimmer is an invaluable piece of your lawn care toolbox. Whether you're tidying up the edges ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Editor's Note: May 27, 2026: This is peak season for keeping lawns in line and for that you'll need the ...

My old friend Jeff was always vocally upset that he didn’t come up with the idea of a string trimmer, commonly known as a Weed Eater or Weed Whacker. On the one hand, the idea is totally simple: spin ...

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Multi-purpose tools are often a compromised solution—they can do multiple things decently, but perhaps not as well as a dedicated tool. The compromise with the Ryobi Expand-It system is having a tool ...

In this video, we’ll be comparing 8 String Trimmers that are designed for different kinds of users. Not only will we take build quality into consideration, but also unique selling features, so that ...

Flossing is a core part of any daily oral health routine, and there are a lot of tools out there that claim to do the job. So, does it matter if you clean between your teeth with string floss or ...