You’ve cut your grass—the neighbors wave—but unruly weeds glare from around trees, walks, and driveway. Alas, your task is unfinished. Your brow is sweaty, yet unbowed. Your safety glasses flash in the sun. You grasp your string trimmer—not unlike a gladiator’s tool—and stride into the arena. It’s you against the biosphere. Fortunately, today’s top trimmers purr rather than roar, and their lightweight heft makes wrestling unnecessary, even in the wildest undergrowth. The 3LUXE team, believing that machine, not man, should do the lion’s share of yard work, selected this trifecta of “Best Ofs” because their attributes are legion.
Though most trimmers have 2-cycle engines, a four-cycle engine inherently runs cleaner. The Snapper SST-CV String Trimmer’s Briggs & Stratton Fource engine reduces smelly emissions a full 70% and runs quieter as well. These two valuable assets earned this trimmer an immediate “Best Of” status. Besides, it always starts (which is huge) and there is something to be said for having only one gas can in the garage. The SST name reminds us jet-setters at 3LUXE, who nevertheless do our own lawns, of su... FULL REVIEW
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If you want that sharp, championship-golf-course look for your home turf, this professional grade John Deere XT140SELE Stick Edger delivers the precision you’re after. Smart engineering and plenty of features make this an easy 3LUXE “Best Of.” The commercial M-Series engine—slightly larger than most—is powerful yet quiet, thanks to low-tone mufflers. Your neighbors will never hear you coming. The shaft reaches a full 59 inches, and since the shaft is angled, it’s much easier on your back, ... FULL REVIEW
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MSRP $340
Ever since Toro’s founding in 1914, the company has brought impressive mechanical muscle to some challenging tasks. So when it comes to the toughest string trimmer out there, we at 3LUXE put the Toro 18" Gas Trimmer with 8" Brushcutter on top. It has everything that makes this kind of tool better, especially if you’re trying to transform a wild thicket into a smooth, flawless spread. For trimmers, an even distribution of weight is critical for control as well as comfort, and when you lift this Tor... FULL REVIEW
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MSRP $220
