Best Grass Strimmer 2021 – Buyer’s Guide

This battery powered trimmer gives the ultimate precision, with an adjustable cutting width and a three-position pivoting string head for more versatility.

EasyEdge gives you a quick switch between edging and trimming modes so that you can tackle all areas of your garden with one device. An adjustable secondary handle gives you full control over your strimmers actions and also lets you move it, so you hold it at the correct angle for comfort. The entire shaft is height adjustable too, so whether you are 5ft or 6ft10, you will not struggle using it.

The OLT1832 is part of the ONE+ system of over 70 tools for the home and garden. Because of this, it is sold without a battery or charger, but these are available to buy separately and can be used across the range. Once you have them, all other tools can be bought as body-only to save you a bit of money.

This Ryobi is ideal for lighter work, but if you always have a big task on your hands with a lot of growth and thick weeds, then it may be best to invest in one which is a bit more hardy, or a petrol option. But for under £50, it is worth a try either way, and the cheapest cordless strimmer worthy of your time.

A rechargeable electric strimmer with a rotating head which can give you neat edges, the Bosch ART 23-18 is as good as you’d expect from a name like this.

The 90° rotatable trimming head gives you the control you need to achieve the neatest edges, which will tidy up your rockery and flower beds perfectly. Switch between trimming and edging by pressing a button, which can be done while you have a hold of the machine, for full ease.

Some people may be put off by the fact it uses a bladed cutting system, as these can be more expensive and hard to maintain in general. However, thanks to the Durablade cutting system, they can last up to 12 times longer than ordinary, so you spend less time (and money) changing them.

If you need to give your flower beds attention but are worried it will damage the contents then you’ll be pleased to hear that the plant protector helps you avoid damaging plants and shrubs as you go along.

It is nice and lightweight, at just 2.3kg, so even if you have a massive task on your hands, you aren’t going to be suffering from aching arms. This also makes it easier to control. A telescopic handle finishes off the control level as you can adjust it to suit your height.

Price-wise, it is one of the more expensive electric grass strimmers on our list, but we think it is relative to the quality and build of the product. Definitely one if you want an investment piece and you’re going to be using it often, even on the trickier to cut areas.

A powerful strimmer which can tackle those hard to manage areas as well as tidy up borders, the STC1820PC-GB can cut up to 2500m of grass in one charge.

It can tackle the toughness thanks to E-Drive Technology, which can power through overgrown sections of your garden. This is ideal for any surfaces which may be stony and would risk damaging your lawnmower.

You can do it all in one go too, thanks to the automatic feed system. It will detect if part of the string snaps off or wears away, and gives you a new stretch of line without you having to pause and rethread it all yourself. A secondary handle will also help you with guidance, so you have full control.

The Trim ‘n’ Edge feature is a standout. Switch between trimming and edging by twisting the pole vertically, and controlling with the second handle. This is a design perfect for those with flowerbeds.

As a final note, this strimmer is part of the BLACK+DECKER 18V Lithium-Ion Battery System, where all batteries are interchangeable across the range of power tools and garden power tools. So if you are looking to start your collection or need to freshen them all up, sticking to one brand could be very beneficial.

If you’ve previously had a strimmer but didn’t feel like you had enough control over every blade of grass around the edges of your lawn, then this set could be the answer.

It isn’t a strimmer as such, but rather an all-in-one functional garden tool. You can just switch between the two modes using the multi-click system, to select the blade which is best for the job.

The rechargeable battery can last for 50 minutes, which is pretty good going and gives you all the time you need to get the job done. There is an LED display which lets you know how much battery is left, so you won’t end up only completing half the garden unexpectedly.

The Bosch Isio is a great idea if you already have a strimmer or lawn mower which does 99% of the work and you just need something non-manual to trim the edges of your beds, or if you maybe don’t have much space to store larger and taller items.

Don’t forget that it will also trim your hedges, too. So if you’re still using small shears to trim twig by twig and grass blade by grass blade, this is going to be a revolutionary product.

It is also very lightweight at just 550g, which is at least half of what most standard strimmers weigh. This makes it very easy to control, which could be perfect for anybody who struggles to manage larger appliances and wants a cord-free setup.

Ideal for medium-sized gardens thanks to the better than average 30cm cutting diameter, this is one of Bosch’s standout grass trimmers.

Pair this with the powerful motor, and you can tackle your lawn area quicker than you’d ever imagined. This is great if it is one of your more hated jobs.

A one-click rotatable head gives you an easy switch between trimming and edging. This ease of changing between modes means you’ll never have to stop and manually do any changes, which is great if you like to get the job done as fast as possible with minimal fuss.

It is all lightweight, and the secondary handle is also adjustable which gives you maximum comfort. As is the height, so you can adapt it to your own needs between 80-115 cm. An automatic twin line also takes some of the frustration out of replacing this if it snaps or wears away, and the fact there are two gives a bit more reliability and cutting power.

The line seems to last a nice amount of time on the whole before you have to replace it, which is good as this is a little bit tricky. But overall, this doesn’t take away from the fact it is a nice little strimmer which wins top points for ease of use.

Flymo products are seen as some of the easiest to manoeuvre around a garden, and this strimmer is no exception.

It has most of the handy extras you’d expect of a new model, from an easy trimming and edging conversion to a telescopic handle which can be adjusted to suit the users height and plant guard which will protect your flowers and trees if you need to get up close.

The edging is made nice and easy thanks to the unique wheel design, which lets you almost roll the trimmer along the grass to both help you stay in control and give you the neatest finish possible. It also takes some of the weight off your arms, so you can cut for longer without facing any tired wrists.

An automatic double line feed will keep you going even if there is a problem encountered, such as the string breaking or wearing away.

You can buy it in both 500W and 650W models, so if you need a bit more power than is usually provided, the cost difference isn‘t too extreme. It comes flat packed, so you build it up when it arrives, but everything clicks into place to make it simpler.

Now for the negatives. The strimmer head is on the larger side, so we would say it is one for those who need the edging function more than the ability to get into tight spaces. It is best for light trimming too, as it didn’t really like tackling thicker weeds. But there are enough good points to make it worth the price tag.

Weighing just 1.7kg, this isn’t just one of the cheapest strimmers on our list, but also one of the lightest which is great if you don’t want to hurt your wrists or your wallet.

A 280W motor isn’t the most powerful but still very effective for those easier tasks and smaller gardens. A 23cm cutting width is also not the largest but still helps you tackle the lawn in a short time.

The semi-automatic feed system takes some of the effort out of threading when the device is switched on, by releasing the correct amount of line. It also helps to give you the optimum cutting length, to take away the guesswork.

There is no edging function, so it is only really for the areas where you can’t get your lawnmower to go, or for small gardens which don’t require a larger appliance. The secondary handle is also not one of the best, and it is very plasticky. Despite this, for under £30, this is an outstanding product which will suit many of you out there who just want something basic and budget-friendly.

If you need something which can really tackle through thick weeds and growth, then a petrol trimmer is probably the best option. This Honda model shines through in this category.

The engine is a powerful mini 4-stroke 35cc, which will make light work of the difficult patches in any garden. A nylon spool is also effective at cutting, so you don’t have to go over the same spot two or three times.

You may think that all of this power will be delivered at a pretty ear-splitting noise, but thanks to the non-contact bearings, it can perform at a low noise level even on the higher powers. Such a heavy duty machine could easily be unsafe if used improperly, so the additional D-loop handle and a harness provide a good element of safety.

It is a pricier option compared to an electric model, so if you are unsure about making the investment, the warranty will help. It requires an annual service by one of Honda’s 200+ specialist dealers each winter, and there are plenty of instructions on how to best care for it in between times, so it will be well looked after in case problems do arise.

Starting it up is even a breeze thanks to the mechanical decompression system combined with an ultra lightweight flywheel. In all, it is a powerful machine without the fuss and difficulties you’d imagine it to bring.