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Best-value gas trimmer
- Good value
- Fuel-efficient two-stroke engine
- CARB certified
- Easy to start and use
- Minimal vibration at most speeds
- Semi-automatic line feed doesn't always work
- Narrow debris deflector
- Awkward on/off switch
- Doesn't convert to an edger
Reviewers say the gas-powered Hitachi CG22EASSLP string trimmer delivers top-notch power and comfort at an affordable price. Its 21.1 cc two-stroke gas-powered engine is both fuel efficient and CARB compliant, resulting in cleaner emissions and less fumes. In addition, the Hitachi CG22EASSLP features an anti-vibration system to help reduce fatigue and an S-starting system that reduces pull force effort by 50 percent, according to Hitachi. A 60-inch straight shaft gives it a long reach, and at 11 pounds, owners say this trimmer is light enough to maneuver around the yard. Some owners note that the semi-automatic line feed doesn't always dispense properly. If you prefer a gas-powered string trimmer with a better feed head, the well-rated Echo SRM-225 (*Est. $230) has a bump-feed spool that's easier to use. However, the Echo trimmer is more expensive and not as efficient.
We found the best review of the Hitachi CG22EASSLP at Popular Mechanics, which compares it to five other gas models. It's also recommended by users at Sears.com and Amazon.com, where reviews provide owner perspective.
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1. PopularMechanics.comDetails/Subscribe
Editors at Popular Mechanics concede their reluctance to add the bare-bones Hitachi CG22EASSLP string trimmer to its beefy lineup. But after two and a half days of testing, the Hitachi emerges as a trimmer that holds its own and cuts "with enthusiasm."
Review: The Best New String Trimmers: Comparison Test, Roy Berendsohn
2. Amazon.com
More than 30 owners weigh in on the Hitachi CG22EASSLP string trimmer, giving it almost 5 stars for its powerful performance, smooth operation and minimal vibration. But some users complain that the feed line is loose and that the debris deflector doesn't shield users from flying grass and mud.
Review: Hitachi CG22EASSLP 21.1cc 2 Stroke Gas Powered Straight Shaft Grass Trimmer, Contributors to Amazon.com
3. Sears.com
Over a dozen owners at Sears.com give the Hitachi CG22EASSLP an overall perfect average score of 5 out of 5 stars, the highest rating on the site. All find this trimmer lightweight, easy to start and powerful.
Review: Hitachi 21.1 cc Gas Line Trimmer, Contributors to Sears.com
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