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Pros & Cons
Pros
This is our second b&d cordless trimmer and this one was definately a good choice. The battery module has a note recommending that it be charged indoors). It charges quickly. The wall-mount storage holder/charger is great.
The trimmer isn't light, although it's well-balanced. But just as impressive is the general usability of the unit.
The grass hog is an excellent choice for the average homeowner. It does a great job at edging, but it is heavy.
I really was frustrated with other trimmers with bump n' go string methods. One tip that i have found is to take bursts of power on the trimmer instead of holding the trigger down for long periods of time.
This thing does 99% of my trimming! It has a wide cutting swath, so it makes quick work of your trimming. It has an edging guide that steers you on your path.
Cons
Black & decker cordless trimmer is not powerful enough to do a clean job with even basic trimming and edging. The company advertises up to 40 minutes, but after 20 minutes the power decreased to about half, and the trimmer could not cut a blade of... Read More
This is the biggest piece of junk we've ever waster 80 dollars on. Thanks, for not much.
The biggest drawback is the charge only lasts 25 to 30 minutes! It takes a long time to recharge also, at least 6 hours and they recommend 12 hours. It is uncomfortable to use, especially if you have arthritis in your hands. The cheaper electric unit ... Read More
Highlights
Quality
It is very sturdy and looks like it can and will last a long time
I use this primarily for trimming grass along my backyard fence and it does a reasonably good job and no battery rundown problems
Almost like clockwork my edger and a friends burnsout after about 3 years
The last black decker trimmer i had the cylinder holding the timming line broke off the drive and could not be repaired
Price
Paid less than 90 bucks for it
Have to replace battery twice 15 radio shack
As of this writing they have batteries in stock for 30 including sh
The fact its cheap only about 70 bucks its convenient and i like it a lot i just buy it knowing ill probably buy another one in three years
Competitiveness
This is better that the 18v nicad versions since it can halfrecharge and not have battery memory issues
Ive now had mine for 2 years and found it to be better than id hoped for
Its predecessor was an earlier bd model of the same trimmer
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- This product had a total of 90 reviews as of our last analysis date on May 10 2024.
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Paid less than 90 bucks for it
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Getting a new 20 volt one now
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Other than that it is lightweight and that it is two machines in one
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This is to say that it is not equal to a gas powered professional trimmer but can get the job done
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Have had other cheaper machines that just do not do the job well
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Assist handle broke very easy and there is no available replacement for it now
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Motor is powerful and it is easy to use but without the assist handle it stinks
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