There are 2 model numbers for this listing, this review is for ST80L210.
Had a Echo SRM-210 straight shaft string trimmer with a double .095" line bump head. After 10 years the carb was giving problems, replaced the carb, still has issues. Did well for a decade, but it's time has come.
Started researching string trimmers and see the cordless models have really upped their game since last time I shopped for a string trimmer. High amp lithium batteries, double line bump heads, brushless motors. Reviews looked good on this Greenworks so I thought I'd give it a try.
Got it, charged the battery, and gave it a test run. I'm quite impressed with the power, stronger than any other string trimmer in its price range, electric or gas. It outperforms gas models that are a curved shaft, and use .080" or smaller lines. Typically the entry level gas string trimmers run $80 - $120. It DOES NOT have the power that my old Echo had while running .095" line, especially when edging, but a comparable Echo today will run $200+. Maybe it's the .080" lines just don't cut as well as the .095", especially when edging. The Greenwoorks seems like it has the power to handle the .095" line, but it's not recommended in the owners manual.
Small bugs are "reverse rotation" vs. gas straight shaft string trimmers, and the safety button can be a pain to push in every time you restart the string trimmer. There is also a small delay in "throttle response" from not running. Weight/balance/overall build quality is excellent. Bump head works well, battery life is enough for my typical suburban lot, edging included. Never again will I buy another gas string trimmer, electric technology is now primetime.
Update:
Wrote the review after doing the front yard, started the back yard and ran out of string. Not sure if it comes with a "starter roll" or it just eats up string really fast. Went to reload with some .095" I had left from over from my Echo. But it wasn't .095", it was .105". The review I wrote was more skewed based on line size than I thought. Wanted to finish the back yard, so I threw some .105" line on there. 105" line is thick and stiff, it doesn't fit well on the relatively small Greenworks spindle (Echo spindle was huge by comparison).
Changed the default 14" cutting swath to 16", cranked up the Greenworks with the thicker line, it's a completely different tool. With the thicker line it DOES have the power that my Echo did, yes the FULL POWER of the Echo. I dunno what magic Greenworks is doing with the small brushless motor on the head and 80V battery, but it WORKS. The .105" is really too think to feed properly in the relatively small Greenworks reel, so I'm gonna pick up some standard .095" line that the manufacturer says it's rated to handle. Greenworks string trimmer review changed to 5 stars, HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY !!!
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At Greenworks, we've built our brand on battery-first expertise, offering versatile voltage platforms ranging from 24V to 80V to ensure power for everyone, everywhere. Our efficient tools offer better-than-gas power while remaining quiet, lightweight and low-maintenance. We're committed to sustainability and believe in a life powered by innovation, designed for families and built for a better future. Life. Powered. By. Greenworks.
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| power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
| cutting width | 16 inches | 16 inches | 16 inches | 16 inches | 16 inches | 14 inches |
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| weight | — | 11.58 pounds | — | 13.7 pounds | — | 7.4 pounds |
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I was so excited to try this grass cutter, I been looking to buy for a month,but was unsure which one to purchase, went to Lowe's to check and see what we're the difference, most of them are gasoline motor and only 40v /50v. This one was by far the best 80v. Great quality.
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Alain
Commercial grade trimmer
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Johnny
Easy to operate
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Kenneth R. Johnson
Alittle heavy but has a hook to accommodate a strap.
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LeonPier42
Livraison trop lente.
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