Its telescoping shaft and handle are easy to adjust and make the tool very comfortable to use, even for extended trimming sessions. I guess I have been fortunate in my EGO experiences. I have both the blower and hedge clippers and they have been great. I always have one battery sitting on the charger and I am using the other. This trimmer looks great and ‘almost’ makes me want to start mowing and trimming my yard again. A couple of years ago I finally gave up the fight and started having someone mow and edge every other week and I just mowed in between because I hated edging so much.
The power is beyond impressive, and the Power Load feature is worth the additional investment. I have the two 5.0Ah batteries that came with my blower and mower, a 2.5Ah that came with the trimmer, a 2.0 that came with the hedge trimmer, and two additional 2.0Ah batteries I found on clearance. Needless to say, I can maintain my entire yard (well, front or back, can’t do both without recharging) with ease. I’ve been a fan of EGO cordless power tools, and this one is no different. I might have opted for the straight shaft version if I were purchasing the tool, but the split shaft version is less expensive and could potentially be folded back up for seasonal storage.
A small edge on the underside of the debris shield then cuts the end of the string to the proper length. The spool can hold about 16 feet of string, so you’ll have a constant supply, which is essential for longer or more aggressive trimming sessions. Our string trimmer recommendations are for those who want a reliable, powerful tool to help with post-mow cleanup and weed clearing. We weren’t looking for a pro-grade tool that could be used all day to flatten a hay field or that was necessarily durable enough for constant, rugged use. We were looking for one that was convenient for intermittent regular use, with enough oomph to handle grass, thick weeds, and the occasional stalky shrub.
For this kind of work, we recommend the Echo SRM-225 String Trimmer. The Worx does have some sun joe lawn mower downsides that are worth noting. First, it uses proprietary pre-loaded line cartridges.
Every string trimmer I’ve ever used only fed line when you bump it on the sidewalk while running. A quick bump on the ground pushes a button on the bottom of the reel. This briefly releases the reel so that centripetal force slings out more line. A knife blade on the guard slices off the line at the right length.
Your Participating Beta Test Program Retailer will charge your credit card or debit card for the purchase price of the borrowed tool, plus applicable taxes. If a tool is returned as required by the terms of the Toolbox Agreement, the Participating Beta Test Program Retailer will credit the same credit card or debit card for the full purchase price. Having a love of automobiles that stems from his father’s racing days, Tim has spent a lifetime around cars and trucks.
I’m still using it—in fact, I got rid of my corded blower and haven’t missed it at all. I’m now reviewing the new EGO Power+ 15” POWERLOAD String Trimmer and let’s just cut to the chase. In fact, it’s better than my trusted Stihl gas trimmer in every way—except for usage time. The Powerload and carbon fiber shaft features are really nice. However, it’s also the performance of this string trimmer that has consistently kept it on top of our ratings since its launch. EGO made a couple of major leaps forward in string trimmer technology with their ST1520 model.
With the included charger, the 2.5ah battery can be ready for another 30-minute job after about 50 minutes of charging. Cumbersome is the word that comes to mind after working with this string trimmer throughout the yard. Since we had to hold it at various awkward angles when trimming thinner brush, it’s not the model we want to use for bigger jobs, despite its power.