Sure, it uses a thin .080-inch line, which spins in a relatively narrow 13-inch cutting width. But it’ll do just fine ...

Consumer Reports reveals the easiest string trimmers to use for giving your lawn a manicured look. Trimming grass around edges and tight spots is less of a chore with these models from our tests.

While a mower is the go-to tool for lawn maintenance, hedge trimmers are sometimes the better choice. Learn when and how to use them for your grass.

We tested this string trimmer from Echo and found it easy to use, a breeze to maintain, and it has torque to spare.

When your lawn is looking unruly and you're ready to clean up the edges or tackle wild growth, you might wonder: String trimmer or brush cutter? Both tools serve similar purposes, but they differ ...

Using a pair of durable scissors, cut the line so you have a 16-foot length of string. After you've cut your length of line, it's time to start installing it into your trimmer.