Generally speaking, using a cordless grass trimmer is quite intuitive. There is usually a simple start button which will start the motor going. Some machines have a safety button as well as a start trigger, requiring both to be pushed to avoid accidental start-ups. Cordless trimmers and mains-powered trimmers work well in the garden. Petrol models are also available, although they’re less commonly used for domestic use so here we’re going to focus on electric models. There are pros and cons to cordless and mains-powered strimmers, which are covered below: Mains Powered Strimmers Often, corded electric strimmers need to be used with an extension lead in the garden, and this can be a lot of effort. By comparison, a cordless trimmer save a lot of hassle. Ultimately, if the strimmer is easy to use, you’ll be more likely to get it out the shed.

Handle types. There are two types of strimmer handles. The most common is a round, circular handle on the shaft of the strimmer, called a loop handle. It makes the strimmer easy and comfortable to control, and on the best models, it can be slid up and down the shaft, so you can adjust it to your height. Alternatively, there are ‘steer’ handles - two handles rather than a loop. These offer more control and let you use a comfortable scything motion when you cut, but they take up room, and can be a little more expensive. They’re also far more common on brushcutters and petrol strimmers than electric or cordless strimmers, so you might not find steer handles on many domestic models.

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If that wasn’t bad enough, the debris produced by aggressive cutting is going to smother surrounding grass, arresting new growth and depriving the grass blades of sunlight. I recently used the Conentool 24V Cordless Strimmer around my garden and found it quite easy to handle as it is lightweight and comfortable to grip. With two 2000 mAh batteries included, I didn’t have to worry about running out of power halfway through the job, which is always a bonus.

The STIHL FS40 is a 700-Watt machine with dual capability. You can use it as a grass trimmer as well as a brush cutter. It comes with the cutting-edge DuroCut mowing heads so that you can get optimum performance at all times. The mowing heads come with dual serrated mowing lines, making it possible for you to get the best trimming results. It comes with 10 nylon blades for mowing strips of grass too narrow or awkward for a lawn mower, 2 stainless steel blades for trimming wood-stemmed weeds and shrubs, 2 manganese steel circular saw blades for pruning young branches, a pair of side wheels, gloves, safety goggles and sundry bits and pieces. Japanese tool giants Ryobi make some of the best DIY level tools on the market. They’re more than capable for jobs around the home and garden, and the Ryobi OLT1832 cordless grass trimmer is a good example of an affordable garden tool. If you’ve got lots of awkward spots in your garden that the mower can’t reach, this is an ideal piece of equipment to add to your collection. What’s more, this machine comes with a two-fold 2.4 mm HD line and a 26cm TriArc+ blade making it possible for you to get the most satisfactory result. You will like its clean engine technology, which helps in reducing emissions for environmentally friendly operations. With its single shoulder harness and ergonomic handle, you will experience greater comfort using the machine. As with a lot of things, personal preference will likely dictate whether you choose a mains-powered or battery-powered strimmer. It also depends on the job you are doing, whether you need slightly more power with a mains-powered option, or prioritise the freedom of cordless tools.Unless a strimmer is already the right height for you, a telescopic guide bar (actually the drive shaft) is essential. It’s exactly the kind of feature you miss most when it’s not there, especially if you’re somewhat taller or shorter than the average. One of the better features on this trimmer is the automatic line feed. Older types of trimmers used to throw out line whenever you pulled the trigger, which wasted precious line, but it’s not an issue with this one. It only lets out enough for the job unless the line gets tangled of course. This strimmer is covered by a full 2-year manufacturer’s warranty where material faults and workmanship are concerned. It doesn’t cover wear and tear or worn-out parts. Pros: The two key factors you need to take into account are the extent and type of terrain that needs strimming. Made of 100% recycled Polypropylene, the high gauge single wall construction and wrap around rigid design means they need no support and are easy to install.