Best Edge Mowers for Lawn Maintenance: A Professional’s Pick

As a seasoned professional in the landscaping business with over 22 years of experience, I have tested a wide range of edge mowers. In this article, I will discuss some of the top options based on your specific needs:

1. Stihl FS 91 RType – Gas Trimmer

Pros:

Built like a tank for heavy-duty work. Effective for handling thick overgrown grass and light brush. Fuel-efficient with decent vibration reduction.

2. Husqvarna 128LDType – Gas Trimmer with Attachments

Pros:

Versatile with the ability to swap attachments. Powerful enough for various tasks. Great for one tool to do multiple jobs.

3. EGO Power ST1521SType – Battery-Powered Edge Mower

Pros:

Lightweight and quiet. Nice bump-feed line for ease of use. Solid battery life but consider a backup for large yards.

4. DeWalt DCST920P1 – Battery-Powered Edge Mower

Pros:

Durable and well-balanced. Offers good torque and power. Batteries are interchangeable with other DeWalt tools.

5. Greenworks 21302 – Electric Edge Mower

Pros:

Lightweight and easy to use. Budget-friendly option. Perfect for small yards or regular edging.

Ultimately, the best trimmer depends on your specific needs—whether you’re a professional or just maintaining your own yard. These are the ones I’ve seen hold up and get the job done time and time again.

My Experience with Shindaiwa Edge Mowers

Currently, I run with two T262 Shindaiwa weed eaters that just don’t know how to quit. These edge mowers have proven to be reliable and powerful tools.

This evaluation is not a paid endorsement, but I would love to hear if anyone out there has any concerns about these 'BEASTS'! To provide a comparative evaluation, my neighbor and I work full-time jobs and only conduct lawn care on the side. He uses an Echo weed eater, and we have teamed up to tackle a full weekend of yards on a Friday evening. Side by side, the Shindaiwa far outperforms the Echo in terms of power and speed. Moreover, I paid only about $100 more for my T262 than he did for his, and he has replaced his 3 times in the same period that I have been using my T262 without any sign of wear or slow-down.

My recommendation is to consider the Shindaiwa T262 for its durability and performance.

Hope this helps. Happy trimming!