What are the top-rated string trimmers under £200?
This page compares 6 string trimmers with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V PowerShare 12in Cordless String Trimmer, Ryobi RY40HPST02 40V HP Brushless 17in Attachment Capable String Trimmer (bare tool), DeWalt DCST922P1 20V Max 12in String Trimmer Kit. Prices range from £44 to £179. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V PowerShare 12in Cordless String Trimmer
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— | Battery | 20V | 12 in | 5.3 lbs | 0.065 in | ✓ |
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Lightweight 2-in-1 trimmer and wheeled edger with a 12 in cutting diameter, Command Feed instant line system, telescoping shaft and adjustable handle; includes PowerShare 20V battery and charger on some bundles. Suits small to medium yards and users who want an easy-to-use, low-fatigue cordless trimmer that also converts to an edger. ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated string trimmers under £200 because its 12 in cutting width, 20V PowerShare battery system, and 5.3 lb weight deliver cordless convenience and low fatigue at a budget-friendly price. |
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Ryobi RY40HPST02 40V HP Brushless 17in Attachment Capable String Trimmer (bare tool)
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£178.62 ≈ | Battery | 40 V | 17 in | 9.25 lbs | 0.095 in | — |
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Brushless 40V battery-powered trimmer with a 17 in cutting swath, REEL EASY+ 3-in-1 head supporting bump-feed, fixed-line and bladed options, and attachment-capable power head for Ryobi EXPAND-IT tools. Whisper Series design reduces noise and it delivers up to 45 minutes runtime with a 40V 4Ah battery (sold separately for bare tool). ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated under £200 lists because as a bare tool it retails around 189 (40V brushless, 17 in cutting width, 9.25 lbs) offering high power and attachment versatility at a low price point.
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DeWalt DCST922P1 20V Max 12in String Trimmer Kit
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£164.42 ≈ | Battery | 20V | 14 in | 7.9 lbs | 0.080 in | ✓ |
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A 20V MAX brushless cordless folding string trimmer with a 14 in cutting swath, quickload spool using DEWALT 0.080 in line, variable-speed trigger and hi/lo speed control; it includes a 20V 5.0 Ah battery and charger and folds for compact storage. Suited for homeowners needing cordless power and easy storage. ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated string trimmers under £200 because it offers a 14 in cutting swath, brushless motor, and includes a 5.0 Ah battery while retailed near typical sub-£200 price points. |
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Black+Decker STC1820L 20V Max Power Command 14in Cordless String Trimmer
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£44.10 ≈ | Cordless | 18 V | 28 cm | 2.25 Kg | 1.6 mm single line AFS | ✓ |
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Cordless Power Command string trimmer with EASYFEED/AFS automatic line feed, flip-to-edge wheeled edging, two-speed PowerSelect/PowerCommand and a telescopic shaft with adjustable secondary handle. It provides a 28 cm cutting swath, uses an 18 V lithium battery and is lightweight for comfortable garden trimming and edging. Suits small to medium lawns needing quick trimming and edging without a cord. ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated string trimmers under £200 because it is cordless with an 18 V battery, a 28 cm cutting width and adjustable handle for comfortable edging and trimming. |
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Greenworks ST60L 60V 16in Cordless String Trimmer (kit with battery optional)
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£149.47 ≈ | Cordless battery | 60V | 16 in | 11.19 lbs with 2.5Ah battery | .080 in or .095 in | ✓ |
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Brushless 60V cordless trimmer with a 16 in cutting path, bump feed dual-line spool, variable speed trigger and a compact lightweight design; sold as a kit with a 2.5Ah battery and charger or as tool-only. It offers good runtime and balance for typical homeowner trimming and edging tasks. Durable construction and interchangeable 60V battery compatibility suit users invested in the Greenworks 60V system. ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated under £200 lists because it delivers a 16 in cutting width, brushless 60V power, and up to 65 minutes runtime while the kit price falls below typical £200 thresholds.
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Ridgid R1201 18V Brushless 12-14in Cordless String Trimmer (bare tool)
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£141.25 ≈ | Battery | 18V | 12-14 in | 7.91 lb | 0.095 in string | — |
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Brushless 18V cordless string trimmer with an adjustable 12-14 in cutting swath, bump-feed head with 0.095 in line, variable-speed trigger and 2-speed switch; tool-only (battery and charger sold separately) and covered by Ridgid's Lifetime Service Agreement. It is lightweight and designed for homeowners needing a cordless, low-maintenance trimmer for lawn edging and light brush work. ★ Ideal forSuitable for top-rated string trimmers under £200 because its 12-14 in adjustable cutting width, brushless motor, and 7.91 lb weight offer a strong performance-to-cost balance.
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