There are a lot of strimmers on the market, from petrol-powered, to mains-powered, to cordless models. Corded trimmers are a great option if you don’t want to deal with the weight of a petrol model, or the hassle of charging batteries for a cordless strimmer. The blades are replaceable and will need changing approximately every 2 hours. However, just like the nylon string, the blades are not sharp or dangerous when not in use. It is only when they are spinning that they generate cutting power. The Bosch AFS is all about cutting power. Fitted with a meaty 950-watt electric motor that is capable of producing power equal to that of a 1.3 horsepower petrol motor. This is a phenomenal performance for an electric strimmer and will see you carving your way through your overgrown, jungle-like garden lawn like a knife through butter. Unlike petrol strimmers of similar power, the Bosch strimmer doesn’t vibrate and it runs much quieter. The other thing to note is that it can be easy to accidentally slice through the mains cable! This is an unnecessary expense, so while moving around the garden you’ll need to be thinking about the location of the cable, as well as what you’re doing with the strimmer. Cordless Strimmers

The 10 m power cable is longer than that on some corded electric strimmers, but will still require an extension, or outdoor power source, to be used in large gardens. Unlike some other low-cost strimmers, this Flymo has a dual nylon cutting line system that auto feeds to save time, and also has a decent 25cm cutting width. This dual-line doesn’t seem to give the Flymo any advantage in cutting prowess when compared to single feed models though. Specification: Warranty: yes (1 year) , Motor power: 300 W , Cutting speed: 10500 rpm. , Cutting Diameter: 25 cm , Weight: 2.8 kg Using a corded trimmer should be very intuitive. There’s a simple start button which will get the motor going, and many have a safety switch as well as a start trigger. Once the motor is running, simply push on the start trigger (and the safety button if needed) to start the trimmer.

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Bladed strimmers have two (or more) nylon blades fitted on the head. These generate a lot of cutting power as they spin.

Both corded and battery powered strimmers are suitable for domestic use. Petrol models are generally used in professional environments, although they can be used at home too. There are pros and cons to each type of strimmers. Mains-Powered Strimmers The design of this strimmer is what makes it stand out from a lot of other models. First of all, the shaft is telescopic, so it can be used by users of varying heights. It also has an adjustable loop handle to help keep the strimmer stable, and a shoulder strap included to distribute the weight. At 2.8 kg, it’s relatively comfortable to use and won’t pose problems when moving it in and out of storage. This electric grass strimmer will trim off the parts of your garden that you miss with your lawnmower well but is not suited to cutting full lawns of long grass. For a strimmer that does that you need to go up the price range a bit, and invest in a petrol strimmer. There’s quite a few things worth considering when you’re buying an electric strimmer – for a start, is a cordless strimmer more convenient? Comparing corded electric strimmers with cordless and petrol strimmers. Which is is the best type for you?Let’s take a look at the design first. This strimmer has a 25 mm cutting width, which is generous without being impractical, and 2-in-1 functionality. Plus, it weighs just 2.8 kg which makes it relatively comfortable to use for long periods of time – though some people may still find it a little heavy. The secondary handle helps with control control, while the 10m power cable means it’s suitable for most average-size gardens. Some of the best corded electric strimmers can produce similar levels of power as low-range petrol models, which is great news if you prefer electric tools. If you don’t need that much power, there are also lighter, more manageable corded strimmers available.

You should also avoid loose-fitting clothes that may get caught in the strimmer, and you should wear gloves to protect your hands.While the automatic system is less effort for the user, you may end up spending more money on strimmer line, as you get through it a lot faster. There are two cutting mechanisms to choose from; cutting blades or cutting line. Choose a line strimmer for cutting light vegetation and working around obstacles or 90° corners. Assembly is far from complicated and shouldn’t give anyone any problems despite the usual poor instructions that come with it. On the plus side, the shaft can be split in two making storage all that much easier. Your preferred cutting style. Whether you like to use blades or cutting line, make sure you’re buying a strimmer that is compatible with your preferred method.

Corded electric strimmers are an excellent option for medium/heavy-duty tasks. They have more power than cordless models, aren’t restricted by battery life, and are lighter than petrol machines.

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Flymo’s Counter XL strimmer is an extremely popular product here in the UK, and you don’t have to search very far to find praise from its many customers. This is the heaviest tool featured on this list, at 3.2 kg, but it’s still relatively easy to manage – this is helped by the fact that it feels well balanced. Plus, we mustn’t forget – with the extra weight comes a lot of additional power! At 2.8kg, its weight is comparable to the Makita, but like its competitor, this strimmer is also well balanced and you really don’t notice the small weight difference between this product and most other electric strimmers. Noise and vibration are about what you’d expect too, no better or worse than the vast majority of products in this category.