Greenworks 24V 12" Cordless String Trimmer/Edger (Tool Only)

Yes, for the right buyer. The Greenworks 24V 12" Cordless String Trimmer/Edger (Tool Only) ranks #4 in our Best String Trimmers Under $100 list. Its biggest strength: light and easy to handle. The main caveat: battery and charger not included.

Based on our research it suits budgets under $100 and edging. It's ranked #4 of 4 in our Best String Trimmers Under $100 list.

The main trade-offs owners and reviewers point to: battery and charger not included; 12-inch swath is narrow; for light trimming only.

Worth comparing: Greenworks 40V 12-Inch Cordless String Trimmer, Worx WG183 40V String Trimmer and Husqvarna 128LD Gas String Trimmer. Each ranks near it in our research for a slightly different buyer.

It's sold on Amazon. Prices and stock change often, so check the current listing before you buy, our link takes you straight to it.

A trimmer built for edging needs a head that pivots 90 degrees so the line spins vertically instead of horizontally. Look for a tool-free pivot mechanism, a guide wheel or edging guard that keeps the cutting line at a consistent depth along a walkway, and a straight or split shaft that lets you hold the head at the right angle without bending over. Models like the EGO ST1521S and Worx WG183 both include a pivoting head, which is the single biggest factor separating a trimmer that edges well from one that only cuts flat.

Most modern trimmers with a pivoting head can edge reasonably well, but a dedicated edger attachment or a wheeled edger still cuts a straighter, cleaner line for long driveway runs. A pivoting-head trimmer is the better choice for occasional edging around beds, patios, and curves where a rigid wheeled edger can't follow the contour.