If I have a lawn mower, why do I need the best cordless strimmer, we hear you ask? If there are areas of your lawn you struggle to reach with your mower, such as up against the fence or around the patio, you would likely benefit from investing in a strimmer to get your lawn looking its best.
Grass trimmers are a valuable addition to your shed to keep your garden neat and tidy and can be used to finish off a cut lawn, trim borders and edges and cut down weeds.
What type of strimmer should I get?
As with lawn mowers, there are a range of different strimmers on the market which can be powered by petrol, electric or battery. There isn’t necessarily one option that is better than the other, so it relies more on personal preference and what you’ll primarily be using your strimmer for.
If you’ll only be using your strimmer to cut a small area of grass, a cordless strimmer would probably be the most convenient option, whereas if you’ll be cutting larger areas over a longer period of time, a petrol or electric strimmer is your best bet to ensure you have enough power to get everything you need cutting done in one go. We recommend working out what the main uses of your strimmer will be and your priorities, to figure out which type would be best for you.
We've researched the best strimmers on the market and have put together our top picks.
The best cordless strimmer
Cordless Strimmers
Cordless strimmers are a great choice if you have a smaller space as the absence of a cord makes them easy to use. However, their running time is dependent on their battery power and charge. They are often lightweight machines, so a good option if you don’t fancy lugging a hefty strimmer around.
Best cordless strimmers:
1 of 3Black + Decker 18V Cordless String Grass Trimmer
This Black + Decker cordless strimmer pledges to cut up to 2500 linear metres in one charge, meaning you should be able to complete most general garden tasks all in one go. Cutting width: 28cmWeight: 2.6kg18V battery_1 x Lithium ion battery included_
£94.99
- Rrp: £99.99
2 of 3Ryobi OLT1832 18V ONE+ Cordless Grass Trimmer
Ryobi has created this strimmer to cater to all, thanks to its adjustable cutting height, four-position adjustable cutting head and telescopic shaft, allowing you to adapt to your requirements. Cutting width: 25 or 30cmWeight: 2.3kg18V battery required_Battery not included_
£54.99
- Rrp: £73.99
3 of 3Kärcher 14443000 Cordless Grass Trimmer
This low noise cordless strimmer is a suitable for small to medium sized gardens. The twisted cutting line has been designed to ensure it gets into every nook and cranny making sure no blade of grass goes uncut.Cutting width: 25cmWeight: 3.1kg18V battery required_Battery not included_
£47.98
- Rrp: £79.99
Petrol Strimmers
If power is what you’re looking for, a petrol-powered machine may be the route you want to go down. Worth noting that they are often noisier than their counterparts, so if a quiet machine is what you're after they may not be the best choice for you.
Top petrol strimmers:
1 of 3Honda UMK425LE 25CC Mini 4 Stroke Engine
Honda's petrol-powered machine vows to be robust and powerful whilst keeping noise to a minimum. Weight: 5.9kgMax power output 1.0hp/7000rpm, Power (kW) 0.81.
2 of 3Ryobi 25.4CC 2-in-1 Petrol Grass Brush Cutter
Ryobi promises reliability and power with this strimmer. The Tri-Arc+ hardened metal brush cutting blade is constructed to deliver powerful and precise trimming. Cutting width: 26cmWeight: 8kg25.4cc full crank engine
3 of 3Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS 52 cc Petrol Brush Cutter and Grass Trimmer
Great for contouring and accurately trimming areas of your garden, the Einhell petrol trimmer is the most versatile garden tool there is.Cutting width: 25.5cmWeight: 8.9kg
Electric Strimmers
Electric strimmers are a good option if you will be using them over longer periods of time on bigger areas as they will last as long as you need them to whilst plugged in. Also, a great choice if you live in close proximity to your neighbours as they are often a quieter option in comparison to petrol machines.
Top electric strimmers:
1 of 3Black + Decker GL7033GB Electric Strimmer
This simple-to-operate strimmer makes light work of trimming those hard to reach areas of your garden. The adjustable second handle makes it user friendly and comfortable to use. This machine promises to be high power and can make light work of any heavy duty weed cutting.Cutting width: 33cmWeight: 3.2kg700W power rating
2 of 3Flymo Speedi-Trim Electric Grass Trimmer
Flymo's Speedi-Trim is designed for medium sized gardens. It promises to keep noise to a minimum so is a great option if you live in close proximity to neighbours.Cutting width: 25cm Weight: 2.5kg300W power rating2-year warranty
3 of 3Bosch 06008C1J70 EasyGrassCut 26 Electric Grass Trimmer
This super-lightweight and affordable strimmer from Bosch is easy to use thanks to its semi-automatic spool and is effortless to manoeuvre, making it an ideal choice if you plan to use it over an extended period of time. Cutting width: 26cmWeight: 1.9kg280W power rating
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Piper Huxley is a Homes, Garden and Wellness Product Writer for What's the Best, an all-rounder when it comes to the home and our wellness. When she’s not at her desk, she’s practising yoga, collecting vinyl records and tending to her houseplants.
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