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- Cordless grass trimmer Black & Decker Grass Hog NST2018 *Est. $100
- Corded electric trimmer; better for weeds Stihl FSE60 *Est. $130
- Gas trimmer: most power, but heavy Craftsman 79197 *Est. $200
- Eco-friendly propane trimmer Lehr Eco Trimmer ST025DC *Est. $210
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- Don't have to mix oil with gasoline
- More eco-friendly than trimmers with two-stroke engines
- Little vibration at any rpm
- Powerful enough for weeds and brush
- Expensive
- Engine requires regular lubrication
The Honda HHT25SLTAT string trimmer is considered a heavy-duty model built for durability, and its four-cycle engine meets California's strict emissions requirements even without a carbon canister. The Honda GX engine is quieter, longer lasting, more fuel-efficient and better for the environment than the two-cycle engines still used on quite a few gas trimmers. Those who want a less expensive gas trimmer with a four-cycle engine may want to consider the Craftsman 79197 (*Est. $200), though it weighs seven pounds more.
We found the best review of the Honda HHT25SLTAT gas string trimmer at Popular Mechanics, which tests it in comparison with 11 other gas models. It's also recommended by ThisOldHouse.com and by owners in several garden forums.
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1. PopularMechanics.comDetails/Subscribe
This detailed review compares 12 gas string trimmers based on thorough testing. The Honda HHT25SLTAT is recommended for "smooth, vibration-free performance at all rpm ranges." Testers also like the debris shield and say this trimmer has plenty of power. The only drawback noted is its weight -- 13 pounds.
Review: The Fastest (and Toughest) String Trimmers on the Market, Roy Berendsohn, May 2006
Specific models are recommended in this buyer's guide, including the Honda HHT25S, but no testing is documented. The recommendations carry some weight, however, because of the overall credibility of this website and television series.
Review: Choosing and Using String Trimmers, John Kelsey
3. LawnSite.com
This discussion comparing new Honda string trimmers with other brands such as Echo, Husqvarna, Shindaiwa, Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt is part of a forum aimed at professional landscapers, but it contains useful information for homeowners as well. Several contributors praise the Honda GX mini-four-stroke engines but not the trimming heads.
Review: Does Anyone Use Honda Weedeaters?, Contributors to LawnSite.com, March 2008
This discussion compares several two-cycle and four-cycle engines for gas string trimmers, with Honda getting top marks among four-cycle engines.
Review: String Trimmers, Feb. 2007
This garden forum discussion covers several string trimmer brands. A professional landscaper recommends a Honda mini four-stroke engine as well-tested and reliable.
Review: String Trimmers, 4 Stroke Worth a Look?, Contributors to AbbysGuide.com, Feb. 2006
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