As lawn and garden equipment goes, none seems to have as many names as the noble weed trimmer — aka weed wacker, weed eater, weed cutter, string trimmer, strimmer or, in some circles, brush trimmer ...

Not all oil is the same when it comes to string trimmers. Different types of motors require different levels of oil viscosity ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. You’ve got your lawn furniture out, your garden beds planted, ...

A string trimmer is a staple of lawn care, and a useful tool that deserves a home in any DIYer’s garage or shed. With their high-speed and spinning nylon strings, they make short work of grass and ...

When Consumer Reports tests most products, we look for features that seem especially helpful for certain users—such as people who suffer back or other pain. With outdoor power equipment in particular, ...

Even a well-mowed property can look sloppy without the occasional follow-up with a string trimmer to clear away weeds and other tall growth around obstacles and along the lawn's perimeter. Here are a ...

When it comes time to trim the lawn, a mower will only get you so far. For the finishing touches, you have to rely on a string trimmer, known in backyard vernacular as the weed whacker. At the moment, ...