Brush Cutter Central

Specifications

Having a beautiful garden or lawn is the desire of every homeowner. However, a beautiful garden without proper tools for its maintenance is of less use. Purchasing a good weed-eater is important in ensuring that the garden is maintained in its best condition.

The Core CGT400 Trimmer is a reliable weed-eater and has many advantages over other weed whackers. The battery powered string trimmer is lighter than gas powered whackers. It weighs 8 pounds without a power cell and around 11 pounds when the power cell is installed. With this weight, the whacker is preferred to other hefty weed-eaters though there are still people who find it a little heavy for them. It comes with a high energy power cell that can produce 20.7 volts. This energy is comparable to that of two cycle engines commonly used for some professional and consumer outdoor power equipment.

Is it easy to assemble?

Assembling the Core CGT400 Trimmer involves simple steps. Use the Core power charger supplied together with the trimmer to charge the 20.7V power cell. A 1 hour Rapid charger or 3 hour standard Charger is available. When you connect the charger to the power source, the red and green LED’s will turn on. After connecting the power cell to the charger, the green LED will turn to orange indicating that the charger is ready to supply charge to the battery. When the battery is fully charged, the orange LED will turn to green again. Disconnect the battery from the charger.

Install the power cell correctly into the matching cavity in the rear of the upper cowling of the trimmer. Make sure the “TOP” label on the battery faces upwards. The locking latch will produce a clicking sound when the battery is properly installed.

At times you may need to remove trimmer line or debris that may be entangled on the motor shaft to ensure that the Core CGT400 Trimmer is efficient. You start by removing the head from the motor shaft by rotating the bump head until the slot in the plastic line guard is matched with the matching slot in the lower motor casting. Insert a screwdriver into the slots in the casing and the plastic line guard. The motor shaft will be locked. Turn the bump head clockwise until you remove it from the motor shaft. After cleaning the bump head, lock the motor shaft and thread the bump head onto the shaft by turning it counter clockwise.

You can adjust the lower handle to suit your comfort needs. Unfasten the screws holding the handle onto the outer trimmer shaft so that the handle can rotate freely. After adjusting the handle as you desire, tighten the screws. Take care not to tighten the screws too much to avoid breaking the clamp.

Is the cutting head single line, or dual?

The head type is a dual line feed bump with 7,000 RPM Speed /5,000 RPM Torque and comfortably holds 20 feet of 0.095 diameter line. The dual-mode controls allows you to decide on the battery usage by choosing either maximum power or maximum battery life.

How does the Core CGT400 Trimmer feel?

For guys, this weed eater feels way much lighter than gas powered whackers. Not many ladies can work with it for long, though. The long shaft (about 66 inches) is partially accountable for the weight of the trimmer. The trimmer is perfectly balanced and the soft comfort grip handle helps in controlling it.

How strong is the Core CGT400 Trimmer?

This motor is powerful and quiet, but not very good for heavy trimming jobs or large yards. It cuts through tall grass and overgrown weeds though the grass may be entangled in the gap between the motor and the line housing. To avoid the trimmer slowing down when working on thick grass and overgrown weeds, choose the “more power” option to get the job done.

How long does the battery last?

Core trimmer batteries have a run-time which is equal to a tank of gas. The motor produces less vibrations and noise, thus the long run-time of the battery.

Overall

The Core GGT400 is our absolute favorite cordless weed eater.

Experience High End Trimming with robust Dewalt DCSt920P1 

You always love to have a clean and trimmed lawn. The unnecessary weeds carpeting the lawn simply destroys the natural beauty. But trimming it regularly with a scissor somewhat puts you in a great manual pressure. However now it is time to think more pragmatically and scientifically. To live up to your expectation the Dewalt DCSt920P1 is just the best option to discover. No hectic, no labor , simply a tussle free trimming in a blinking of the eyes.

Some important specifications:

 

The trimmer weighs only fourteen pounds so that you can carry it easily though not effortlessly.

Along with that you will get a battery having 20v MAX volt. Moreover, it is a lithium-ion battery having an ampere of 5.0 Ah which is again great in terms of performance.

Easy to assemble

The string trimmer comes with accessories like a charger, ion battery, guard and auxiliary handles.  A user manual guide is also enclosed to simplify the entire assembling task.

It does not feel heavy

Once you pick up the Dewalt DCSt920P1 , you would see that compared to other trimmer tool, it is quite light weight. Furthermore the padded handles are can to the users comfort and ability. You can easily adjust the shaft and rotate it according to your need.

Completely balanced

Buyers often ponder is the trimmer well- balanced.   You can surely feel the better once you use it because it exerts only 8.5 ib so that the user can comfortably maneuver it. At the same time, they don’t feel any external pressure as well.

Cutting head with bump feed

Additionally , the 0.080inches line dual cutting head makes it a super choice of every household. Moreover, you would discover a bump feeding system which can easily cut through weeds with the help of a thirteen inch length cutting swath.

Longevity of the trimmer

The durable motor in the brushless motor trimmer will serve you for three years at a stretch. In fact , compared to others the lifespan of these trimmers are quite appreciable.

Strong and durable

This is again one of the reasons why Dewalt DCSt920P1 becomes the ultimate choice. It is just because it performs flawlessly with great speed. Additionally the gear drive gives high end torque. On the top of that the robust brush less motor makes it more efficient and skillful. The durable metal gear case, surely eases out the work. In fact, neither of the parts are flexible. Moreover, the shaft is tightly adjusted so that you can use it comfortably.

Time to explore the Dewalt DCSt920P1, it is extremely new and revolutionary for garden lovers. Trim it as long as you want. It’s comfortable length, running time, speed, look and quality, of course compel the user to fall in love with it. Thus, you can say that it simply returns you the best in terms of money. Therefore this time have it in your garden as well.

Introduction

With regard to the specifications of the Makita XRU07Z trimmer, perhaps it is a good idea to start with the general product weight. At 11.9 pounds this unit is not especially lightweight, but at the same time it certainly does not feel excessively heavy or cumbersome during use. Actually, it feels like it has the perfect amount of weight to avoid feeling flimsy and cheap. At a voltage rating of 36 volts, this is a lawn trimmer which definitely has enough power to muscle through even thick, dense grasses and leafy plants with relative ease.

Batteries

The batteries which are compatible with this trimmer are Lithium ion batteries, and Makita generally recommends that users of this trimmer have two batteries on hand because two charged batteries is roughly equivalent to one hour of continuous use with this trimmer

Ease of Assembly

Assembling the Makita XRU07Z trimmer was not terribly difficult to accomplish, though I will admit that the owner’s manual was definitely lacking in terms of being able to provide clear assembly instructions. The only difficulty I seemed to encounter while assembling this unit was the alignment of multiple small parts which were not clearly marked in the directions. After a short time I figured out how to correctly align the parts, and everything functioned just as it was supposed to with no further issues or complications.

Type of Cutting Head

Featuring an outer-rotor, brush-less motor drive system, it is easy to get a high degree of power and motor output from this trimmer by Makita. There is a direct drive motor integrated into the design of this trimmer, and it mounts directly onto the trimmer head to increase overall tool balance and work efficiency. I have found that this cutting head design is sufficient for any lawn and garden projects I throw at it.

Automatic Feed Design

Instead of an annoying bump feed design, which always seems to over-extend new output of trimming wire, this system offers an automatic feed design. I tend to like that much better than old bump feed models I have had, which always seemed to annoy me because of how they would always over extend the spooling every time I bumped the head of the trimmer.

Weight Distribution and Balance

Overall I would say that the Makita XRU07Z trimmer is built with better than average weight balancing, although I will admit that most of the product’s weight is focused in the top handle and the bottom motor/trimmer assembly. The shaft connecting the two ends of this trimmer is extremely lightweight, so the operator tends to only feel the weight on each respective end which is not a problem at all. Even though I enjoy the balance on this trimmer, I like things a bit heavier so perhaps I would have added a couple pounds toward strengthening the shaft on this trimmer if I was the one designing it.

Battery Life

I was not extremely impressed by the battery life with this Makita trimmer, but then again, the battery life is fairly standard for this type of electric trimmer unit. The batteries which are compatible with this trimmer are 18V LXT 5.0Ah BL 1850 batteries, and while using two of these I can generally get about one hour of continuous work out of this trimmer. Although the use duration might have been a bit more attractive with my old gas trimmer, nothing compared to how clean, quiet, and smoothly my new electric Makita XRU07Z trimmer runs.

Overall Strength and Durability of Product

At first I was a little bit skeptical of the durability of this trimmer after I had initially assembled it, but it only took a couple uses to figure out that I was dealing with a well-balanced, high quality electric trimmer. I never felt that I had purchased a bad trimmer, but I have to admit it seemed a little flimsy at first. That assumption has been proven wrong quite clearly by now, and I am now of the opinion that this Makita trimmer is a strong, durable, and reliable lawn and garden maintenance product.

 

Specs

Worx WG175 is a cordless trimmer powered by a 32V, 2.0 AMP lithium-ion battery without self-discharge. Its ergonomic design allows users to operate it without getting overly tired. It was mad under strict safety conditions to make sure that it doesnt harm you when using it.

Ease of assembly

This trimmer might present a challenge for some people during initial assembly but that is no cause for alarm because it will work if you are keen and have some patience to spare. This trimmer’s height is adjustable and it is also worth noting that once assembled, this trimmer easily converts to an in-line edger within seconds to serve you even better.

Is the cutting head single line or dual?

This lightweight trimmer is a single line that ensures you focus on the job and not the machine. Generous 12-inch cutting diameter on the Worx WG175 allows operators to cover more ground within a short amount of time.

Is it bump head or automatic feed?

It is also an automatic feed which simply speeds up the task as you don’t have to keep stopping to feed the line yourself. While this is a major advantage it could also pose a problem especially in some awkward cases when enough line doesn’t feed.

Does it feel heavy or balanced?

The Worx 175 is a lot lighter than other models at only 5-7 pounds. It has less vibration than models powered by gas meaning that it will feel more balanced as you operate it. You will also enjoy the quick release lever for faster telescopic height adjustments to the tilting shaft.

How long does the battery last?

Worx WG175 is powered by a battery that gives you about 35 minute’s run-time. This means that you have to take a break from trimming every half hour, which can be quite the hassle if you want to finish a section quickly. Rather than wait 2hrs for the battery to charge, some people opt to buy an extra one that will ensure faster completion of tasks.

It is strong?

Being battery powered means that this trimmer is not as strong as its electric or gas powered counterparts but that doesn’t mean it is able to do a decent job. Whatever this model lacks in strength is made up for in the fact that this trimmer can actually do three jobs. Its 3 in 1 functions include trimming, edging and even mowing.

This cordless battery powered grass string trimmer is everything you need if you can stand the charging time.it is superbly quiet meaning that you won’t be bothering your neighbors each time your lawn needs trimming. The fact that it is lightweight is a great addition that saves you from exhaustion. Worx 175 trimmer comes with a user manual to guide beginners into proper usage that guarantees proper and safer management of their grass.

Overall Impression

With Worx WG175 you might not enjoy the perks of a gas powered model but it sure packs less noise and pollution potential. It is certainly the right, light, comfortable and durable trimmer you want to do a great job without annoying your neighbors.

 

Introduction.

Though there was some skepticism at first after spotting a few negative reviews, I was keen to try the Worx WG190 as I have never had a cordless trimmer before, and thought that having a battery powered trimmer would enable more agility when I was sprucing up the garden. With a 48-volt battery, a gas-like throttle control, adjustable handle and a pull out metal guide, I was keen to try out the Worx WG190 string trimmer. Taking away the smell of gas when gardening, this no gas yet gas-like throttle control maximizes usability time when trimming different lengths and in different conditions. The Worx WG190 has an impressive 13-inch cutting diameter, plus a rotating head for edging, it seems to be the ultimate product for trimming gardens.

Setup and Assembly

The initial set-up of the Worx WG190 did not require any previous knowledge of this model or any other trimmers for that matter, as the parts snap together. It would be easy to assemble even for a beginner, and therefore doesn’t take very long to assemble.

Cutting Head and Autofeed
With a single line cutting head the Worx WG190 avoids any bump issues when using it through a thick weeds patch or similar. Though a dual line cutting head can provide a better cut in that it can handle weeds better, it still did a good job of the garden.
The autofeed works a real treat, as instead of having to focus on the length of the string, you can pay attention to what you are indeed trimming – avoiding your planted treasures and trimming on the grass or weeds! An autofeed also speeds up the process of trimming your garden, and when you are able to focus more on the task in hand, you’re able to finish with a more professional look, which is something you can get from using this trimmer.

Ergonomics

With ease of use key to any gardener, this lighter trimmer provides a much more agile experience when working around the garden. The balanced weight of it makes it more comfortable to use than previous models or other types of trimmers, and the adjustable handle is a great feature for not only extra personal customisation but also for reaching trickier areas. At around 8 pounds, it’s easier to use and carry for long periods of time.

Battery Life

With most of the previous versions having some troubles with the battery life, the updated battery for the Worx WG190 has a high capacity 48-volt battery, making it last longer than expected. It also has a handy low battery indicator, great for avoiding getting half a garden done before your trimmer suddenly runs out of juice. The battery charger that comes with it recharges it quickly, another useful feature for the Worx WG190.

Conclusion

The Worx WG190 has the capability and power to trim whatever is in your path, and with the maneuverability of the lighter weight and cordless product, it can pretty much handle anything. Though it may be light it is still a strong trimmer, and is very much able to put the professional touch to any lawn.

Specifications

The Worx WG191 weighs 13.89 lbs and is a lithium battery powered electric start trimmer coming in a total of 56 volts and operates at 2.0 amp/hr. There is no additional battery included, neither is a shoulder harness. Assembly for this product is required and it does not have antivibration nor is it capable of attachments.

How long does the battery last?

The battery lasts me about 45 minutes at constant use. This is enough for me to whack anything I need in my yard and I gain the convenience of not pulling around a cord or using gas to power the Worx WG191. Unfortunately the charge time takes a while if you needed it for long time maybe more than the 45 minutes of constant operation, and there is no backup battery that comes with it.

Is it easy to assemble?

The product overall was not a hassle to assemble at all and I was able to put it together myself in just a quick few steps.

Is the cutting head single line, or dual?

The cutting head of the Worx WG191 is a single line, but it does not sacrifice any maneuverability as it pivots a full 90 degrees. It is actually quite amazing how this product manages to cut such a variety of terrains and can be used for so many purposes. The trimmer even can quickly be converted to a wheeled edger so that you can edge your lawn more precisely. The quality of the edging comes out to be quite professional looking and I was very satisfied.

Is it a bump head, or automatic feed?

This product actually comes with a command feed system that allows the line to advance as you need it and there is no bumping or unnecessary wait for the line to advance.

Does it feel heavy? Does it feel balanced?

The Worx WG191 actually does not feel heavy, especially when compared to other gas trimmer which can weigh considerably more. The balance is not in question either, as it seems to be very easily held and the weight of the machine is very easy to bear. I have not had any issues when it comes to comfort in using this product. I feel like I can use it all day long and I would not get tired, and it certainly does not feel unbalanced.

Is it strong?

I was skeptical at first when switching from my gas powered weed-eater, but the Worx WG191 gets the job done in a good way without a significant loss to power. Granted, obviously the gas powered options are stronger than this product, but the Worx WG191 is lighter and is still strong enough to accomplish any of my lawn care needs for a whacker.

Overall

Overall, the Worx WG191 is a fine product and I would love to recommend it to other consumers. I would give it 5/5 stars as I am very impressed with its adaptability and maneuverability, all the while allowing me to free myself from unnecessary power cords or gas consumption.

Introduction – The Oregon ST275 AX is a dual line cordless string trimmer. It features a loop handle and a straight shaft.  Backed by a 40 Volt battery, the ST275 means business.

Electric over Gas? – The biggest concern most people have over making the switch from electric to gas is power.   With today’s advanced battery technology, power is not really an issue.  And as batteries get better and come down in price, reliability increases and having a spare becomes less of an issue. The real benefit to switching to an electric powerplant over a fossil fuel power plant comes down to the fuel.  Keep your battery charged (ideally indoors, your hot garage is not doing any favors to keeping a big battery charged), and that’s pretty much it.  With a 2 stroke or a 4stroke engine, you have to buy proper gasoline, stabilize that gasoline in the gas canister, mix motor oil with the fuel, make sure that the fuel lines do not rut, nor befoul the carburetor.  And that’s even before you get it started.  That can be a hassle, and keeping it running in the heat is another problem.  Finally the vibration, noise, and fumes aren’t much fun to deal with either.

The Oregon ST275 AX eliminates all of that fuss and still gets the job done.

But how well?

Specs –  Right out of the box, you get a shaft, plastic guard, and a handle.  The 4.0 Ah model comes in around ~300, the smaller battery 2.4 Ah is around 250, and without a battery is close to 180.  By simple subtraction the batteries are not cheap.  This 4.0 should run for 45 minutes, which is enough for most lawns. The line is a nice .08″ with the bump head able to run up to a .095″ line.

Assembly – Putting the Oregon ST275 AX is very simple. Connect the handle to shaft and then plastic guard to the lower mount and you’re done.  With a bit of charge you’re ready to go.

Operation

Starting and Power Control  – It’s a button.  It starts when you press it.  That’s the power of going electric.

Vegetation Strength – We got differing reports.  The Oregon could take down horehound weeds but struggled with tall St. Augustine grass.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Generally, most users said the unit had plenty of power.  So much so that a couple of users wanted a larger debris guard.

Bump Head –  There are two sorts of line feeds in string trimmers, an automatic feed and a bump head feed.  The ST-275 uses a bump head.  By all accounts the bump head works well and delivers additional line on demand as the job progresses.  As we discussed in our buying guide to string trimmers, bump heads typically are better than automatic feeds.

Ergonomics – A typical complaint for most electric weed eaters is that they are heavy and unbalanced.  That is not the case case with the Oregon unit.  It’s been reported as well balanced.  With a straight shaft and loop handle it should be easy to manage.

Edging – The ST-275 has a nifty U-shaped feature that makes it very easy to edge.  We hope that more trimmers adopt this.

Run Time – The company advertises 45 minutes and most users find that under normal conditions the 4.0 AH battery keeps the trimmer running for 45 minutes. That’s pretty good battery life.  And if your yard or job is big, the battery reportedly charges quickly, sometimes in only 2 hours to recharge.

Another good sign about this unit is that like a gas tank, the battery tells you how much charge you have left.  That’s very useful.

After Market Care – With respect to what happens after the purchase and you actually try it yourself, the warranty is a decent 1 year.  But there are mixed reports on initial support.

Conclusion – Overall we definitely like the Oregon ST275-A6.   Definitely a good replacement for an aging gas unit, or a great addition to a person new to lawn care.

Introduction  – The Makita XRU07Z is a new model from the Makita family.  As cordless trimmers go, this has most of features you’re looking for.  As well as the drawbacks that are common to this breed of weed wacker.  The main draw here is that you can add two batteries to get 36V of power in this baby, and those same batteries can power your other tools as well.

 

 

Why Electric?  It is a simple question really.  If you are concerned

• No More Gas Engines
• No carburetors being gummed up because there is ethanol in the gas
• No rotting fuel lines because of ethanol
• No oil mixing with motor oil and fuel stabilizer
• No Hard starts
• No noise and vibration

Specs  – Right out of the box the Makita is a good machine.  A nice straight shaft that can reach in a lot of places is coupled with a nice loop handle.  The debris shield is a decent size.  The line is 0.08″.  The bump head is present, and that can be replaced with any other applicable tool.  What it does not include are two batteries.  That means it makes more sense to add this cordless trimmer to your Makita tool family.

Assembly – The assembly of the unit is pretty simple.  Rather than the typical Phillips head, everything connects with hex head screws.

Operation 

Starting – Unlike a gas trimmer, cordless trimmers start at the push of a button.  The key here is to have a fully charged battery.

Ergonomics – No one would describe this trimmer as light weight.  With both batteries plus its 14.65 lb shipping weight, taking care of your lawn might take some out of you.  The equivalent gas trimmer is lighter.  The Makita does not shift with a strap.

Weight issues aside, the Makita is as quiet as you would expect a cordless trimmer to be.  There is little vibration.

Trimming – Doing the actual work is why you buy the trimmer in the first place.  It has enough power for a decent size lawn, but it is definitely not commercial grade, nor will it replace your brush cutter.  Some users were able to handle a 1/4 acre with it.

Run Time – Most users with average use were able to get 1 hour from the Makita, with a 60 minute to 90 minute recharge.

After Purchase Care – Our research found that Makita was fairly responsive with any post sale issues.  But when a machine fails, it’s hard to be happy.

Conclusion

What we do not like about the Makita is the 1) weight, 2) having to buy two batteries, 3) having to buy a charger.  That being said, we do like that the battery system is ideal for connecting with all of the other tools in our shed. So that defrays some of the cost.   With respect to weight, it would be fairly easy to get a harness to fit.  On the other hand, it should ship with a harness like the better cordless trimmers that we have reviewed.  All in all this is not a bad choice, but there are better ones to choose.

Introduction

The Greenworks GST80320 80V is a serious weed whacker.  With the power equivalent of a 32 Cubic Centimeter gas powered string trimmer, the 80320 packs quite a punch without all the hassle of a gas trimmer

Why Electric?

• no noise or heavy vibration
• no fumes
• no mixing fuel or carburetor issues
• no starting issues
• no spark plug

The 80320 is cordless, so you do not need to worry about tangling the wires as you work your way around the your front and back yard.   Enough dilly dallying, let’s get to to it.

Specs

Right of the box you get a handsome straight shaft electric weed eater.  It has loop handle, debris guard and 16″ cutting head.   The head takes attachments from other manufacturers, though not all.  At the time of this writing, apparently Echo Tools did not fit.  Poulan Pro, Ryobi, and Trimmer Plus did fit.

It also comes with a harness, and you will need it, because the battery makes this trimmer quite heavy.

What it does not come with are the battery and the charger.   By it’s lonesome, the Greenworks tips the scale at 14.7 lbs.  When you add the battery, that only increases the weight.   Still, after you understand the potential of the 80320, you will see that the weight is a great trade off.

Operation

Assembly – Once you make heads and tails of the manual, you just need a Phillips head screw driver.  It is pretty straight forward.

Starting – Charge the battery, either a 2 AH or 4AH and slap it in.  No priming the pump, the adjusting the idle, no pulling so hard that you strip the gears in the pulley.  Just pull the trigger and it gets going.   Some users felt that it should get going a little faster.

Ergonomics and Creature Features – Once it starts, you’re off to the races. In comparison to a gas trimmer, this is like a tiptoeing through Librarian’s Hansen’s hallway.  It’s very quiet.  You also do not have the to worry about the vibration of a gas engine sputtering next to your elbow.

No noise, and not a lot of vibration in comparison to the gas versions.  What you do notice is the weight of the battery.  The unit ships with a harness that should take some of the load off.  Ideally the weight of the battery will come down in a few years as technology progresses.

 

Trimming – With the unit, the good folks at GreenWorks included a 0.08 line.  Some users moved to the 0.095 that fits nicely.  Not a lot of complaints about threading and rethreading the unit.  That’s always a good thing to not see.

The line cuts through pretty much what it was designed for.  If you want to tackle a bramble or a brush, you should change the bump head to a grass blade or a brush cutter blade.

When it is time for new line, the bump head works reliably.

Users have handled lots as small as 800 square feet to 1 acre (with a second battery)

 

Run Time – For the smaller battery (2 aH) users have been getting between 30-45 minutes.  For the larger battery (4 aH), 60-90 minutes.  Anything longer than that would require a second battery.

After Purchase Care and Maintenance – Like all lithium batteries, it’s a good idea to take it out of the charger after it has reached 100%.   When parts did not ship right, or were missing, most users found that GreenWorks stood behind their products, and were able to send out replacements quickly.

Conclusion

There is not too much downside to the 80320.  The main issue is that it is heavy, but that’s part of the trade off with a gas trimmer. (Something about energy density my professor told me once)

Aside from the weight issues, the 80320 is a good bet.

Electric String Trimmers have advanced significantly over the years.  The Green Works 2100202 14″ inch Electric String Trimmer is one of the most popular models available. 

Is it right for you?  Can it handle your lawn?  Will it be powerful enough?

Why switch from gas to electric? 

1. No more mixing motor oil and fuel
2. No more adjusting the idle
3. No more worrying about bad carburetors or fouled fuel lines
4. No more looking for 100% gasoline
5. No more fumes

The list goes on an and on.  Just think, never having to pull another cord, just pulling a trigger.

Specs

Let’s look at the specs.   The 2100202 fits a 40 Volt 20 Ampere Hour battery and a 40 Volt 40 Ampere Hour Battery.  Unsurprisingly the 40 aH ways more than the 20 aH battery.   The Digimax has a straight shaft, a healthy debris shield, and a “D” loop handle.  And the reviews let us know that the Digimax can accept other attachments from other manufacturers.

Operation

Assembly – Right out of the box, the Digimax is easy to assembly.  Some users did not get all of the parts they needed, so be sure to check the box for everything.  Customer service from Green Works get good marks when it comes to sending parts that were supposed to be in the box.

Starting – Unlike the gas trimmers, all you need to do is put in the battery and get it started.  Restarting is the same.

Cutting – The most surprising thing about the Digimax is the power.  Some users were able to clear blackberry brambles by changing the bump head string trimmer to a brush cutter blade.   For standard weed whacking,  the line feed is generally good.  The bump head works as advertised.

Run Time – Depending on whether you use the “turbo” feature or you have heavy grasses and weeds to get through, most 40 aH users are able to get an hour of out of the unit.  Recharging the battery is pretty straight forward, however one has to let the battery cool down in order for it to take a full charge.  That also means you can’t let it charge up in a hot garage either.

Ergonomics – The unit ships with a harness.  It’s set up like a brush cutter with it’s straight shaft, but the length and the D loop handle are not the best set up for weed whacking.  The real problem is the heavy battery.  Many users found the Digimax to be quite heavy.  The harness is necessary to use it properly.

Concerns – Our first big concern for every electric weed eater is power.  For the most part the Digimax 2100202 meets our needs.  In terms of design, the sounds and trigger mechanisms could be tweaked to be louder and bigger for easier use.  After purchase care was one of our concerns,

Conclusion

Overall we’re big fans of the 2100202.  Green Works did a great job with this unit.  And with the swappable power system and the trimmer often sold in a package that includes an edger, blower, and other lawn goodies, the 2100202 is a good bet.