Best Replacement Lawn Edger Blades for Clean Edges
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Lawn edger blades are replacement parts that fit a specific edger model, and the match is decided by the blade size, the center hole and the listed compatibility, not by the name printed on the box. This roundup compares four replacement edger blades from the product pack: two 9-inch star blades, one 8-inch blade set and one 8-inch by 2-inch hardened set. Each block states what its listing says about size, compatibility and included parts, and where the listing is unclear.
Quick answer
- Match the blade to your edger first. The listings name compatible models and part numbers, and those are the fastest check.
- For 9-inch blades, the HandyTek two-pack and the Andorm six-pack are the options in this roundup, with different center holes and part-number lists.
- For an 8-inch straight blade, the KOCBSYY four-pack lists a 1-inch center hole and many cross-referenced part numbers, and the Lxamivxla four-pack lists a 1-inch hole in one bullet and a 3.8 mm thickness in another.
- Do not buy by blade count alone. A pack of six is not better than a pack of two if the center hole does not fit your machine.
How to match a replacement edger blade
Three details decide whether a replacement blade will fit: the overall blade size, the center hole and the shape of the blade. The listings in this roundup state the first two in the title or the bullets. The shape is shown by the names the listings use, such as “3-side star” for the HandyTek blade, and by the compatibility lists. The most reliable check is the part number printed on your old blade or in your edger’s manual. Several listings say, in their own words, that you should verify the part number and the machine model before you buy.
Start by reading the number on the old blade. Listings in this pack cross-reference part numbers from several brands, including Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, MTD, Echo, Stihl, Ryobi, Toro and Greenworks. A cross-reference is useful, but it is still the seller’s list. If your old blade has a number that appears in a listing’s compatibility text, the match is stronger than if the listing only says “universal.”
Next, measure the center hole. The HandyTek listing describes a standard 5/8-inch round center hole. The Andorm listing gives a 1/2-inch center hole for 9 by 1/2-inch blades. The KOCBSYY title gives a 1-inch center hole for its 8-inch by 2-inch blades. A blade with the wrong center hole will not seat on the drive shaft, so this measurement matters as much as the diameter.
Finally, count the sides or teeth in your current blade and compare the shape. The HandyTek listing describes a 3-side star design, and the other listings describe straight or curved edger blades. A different shape can change how the blade cuts along a sidewalk, so keep the same shape as the blade you are replacing unless your edger manual says otherwise.
Comparison table
| Listing | Quantity | Size stated | Center hole stated | Blade style stated | Compatibility named in listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HandyTek 9-inch star blade | 2 pack | 9 inches long and 9 inches wide | 5/8 inch round | 3-side star, heat-treated steel | Troy-Bilt TB554 and TEB515, Craftsman 247762460 and 247772460, several part numbers |
| Andorm 9-inch edger blade | 6 pack | 9 by 2 inches | 1/2 inch | Edger blade, universal fit listed | Mclane 2059, Craftsman 85755, John Deere M47147, Homelite D04359, Rotary 6262, and more |
| Lxamivxla 8-inch edger blade | 4 pack | 8 inches | Bullets give 1 inch in one place | Straight edger blade, 3.8 mm thick in one listing | Stihl FC 56 C-E and others, Echo PE-225 series, Greenworks, Toro, MTD, Craftsman, DeWalt |
| KOCBSYY 8 by 2-inch hardened blade | 4 pack | 8 by 2 inches | 1 inch | Hardened, center-positioned bore, 2 retaining pins per blade | Echo PAS2601, Ryobi 720R, Stihl FC56 C-E, Milwaukee 3011-20, Kobalt, Greenworks, Toro 88710, EGO EA0800 |
Where a listing does not state a figure, the cell says so in plain words. Check the blade on your machine before cutting, because the figures are the seller’s.
HandyTek 9-inch star blade, two pack
The HandyTek listing is for a two-pack of 9-inch edger star blades with a standard 5/8-inch round center hole. The listing describes a three-side star design with serrated edges, which it says slice through thick grass, dirt and overgrowth along driveways and sidewalks. The blades are heat-treated steel with a black powder-coated surface, which the listing says offers weather and rust resistance. The listing names part numbers including 781-0748, 781-0748-0637, 981-0748, 7185767, 40-009 and 490-105-M017 (CMXGZAM105017), and it says the blade fits Troy-Bilt TB554 and TEB515 and Craftsman 247762460, 247772460 and the SBD Tri-Arc blade. The listing asks you to verify your part number and model before purchase.
This is the blade to compare first if your old blade has one of the listed Craftsman or Troy-Bilt numbers and the center hole is 5/8 inch. Its bullets emphasize the heat-treated steel, and the listing says the heat treatment resists bending and fracturing. The listing does not give a hardness value or a thickness figure, so you cannot compare the steel with other blades on specifications alone.
Andorm 9-inch edger blade, six pack
The Andorm listing is a six-pack of 9 by 2-inch edger blades with a 1/2-inch center hole. The packing list is six blades, and the listing gives a size map that it says to consult for details. The compatibility list is long. It names Mclane 2059 and 2059-9, Power Trim, Tru-Cut, King O, Craftsman 85755 (including 71-85755 and 71 85755), John Deere M47147, Homelite D04359 and UP06765, and Rotary 6262. The listing also names Craftsman edger models 77210, 77220, 77221, 79651 through 79655 and 79751 through 79754, and it gives a long list of vertical shaft models. It also states replacement part numbers 85755, 71-85755, 7185755 and 530085595.
The six-pack is the larger quantity in this roundup, but the quantity is not the reason to choose it. Choose it if your edger’s part number is in one of the listed lists and your center hole is 1/2 inch. The listing states the size in two places, 9 by 2 inches in one bullet and 9 inches in the title, so measure your old blade before ordering.
Lxamivxla 8-inch edger blade, four pack
The Lxamivxla listing is a four-pack of 8-inch edger blades. It is the most complicated listing in the roundup because its bullets name many models across several brands. One bullet lists 8-inch blades for Greenworks edgers, for example the ED40L00, ED40L410 and ED80L00, and for Echo PE-225 and PE-2620 gas edgers. Another bullet gives a blade for a Toro 60V Flex-Force edger, and a third lists a replacement for the STIHL FC 56 C-E and related curved shaft and straight shaft attachments. The listing also cross-references part numbers for MTD and Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, and DeWalt 60V models.
The listing is not consistent on the center hole. One bullet describes the blade with a 1-inch hole, and another gives a thickness of 3.8 mm for the Kombi system blade. The specification table does not name a hole size, and the model field reads “FC56CE blades.” Because the bullets disagree, measure your old blade and confirm the center hole before you buy this set. If the old blade has a different bore than the listing’s description, a cross-reference does not make the fit certain.
KOCBSYY 8 by 2-inch hardened edger blade, four pack
The KOCBSYY listing is a four-pack of 8-inch by 2-inch hardened lawn edger blades with a 1-inch center hole, according to the title. The bullets describe a center-positioned bore aligned to the blade centerline and state that each blade comes with two retaining pins for a secure fit. The package is four blades and eight retaining pins. The listing names popular edger models including the Echo PAS2601, Ryobi 720R, Stihl FC56 C-E, Milwaukee 3011-20, Kobalt KE 2080-06 and KE 880-06, Greenworks ED40L00 and ED40L410, Toro 88710 and EGO EA0800. It also states that the blades replace Ryobi 613223, Stihl 41337134101 and 41337134102, Echo 720-237-001, Shindaiwa 72950-92100, Maruyama 216062, Husqvarna 601000749, RedMax 6367-15110 and Poulan Pro 952711625, among others.
This set has the longest list of named models in the roundup that is consistent across the title and bullets. Its center hole is stated the same way in the title and the bullets, which makes the listing easier to check than the Lxamivxla listing. The listing does not state a blade thickness, so do not assume the blade thickness matches your old blade unless you measure it.
Who each blade suits
A homeowner with a Craftsman or Troy-Bilt edger that uses a 5/8-inch center hole will look first at the HandyTek two-pack, because its listing names those part numbers directly. An owner of a 1/2-inch center hole edger from the Mclane, Craftsman 85755 or Rotary families will find the Andorm six-pack the closest match in the pack. A person who owns a Stihl, Echo, Ryobi, Milwaukee or Greenworks edger should compare the KOCBSYY listing, because it names those models and states the 1-inch center hole consistently. The Lxamivxla set is for an owner who has a Stihl or Echo model in its compatibility text and has measured the old blade’s bore and thickness.
Mistakes to avoid when replacing an edger blade
- Matching by blade count. A larger pack is not a better fit, and the listings state different counts: two, four and six blades.
- Skipping the center hole measurement. The listings give 5/8 inch, 1/2 inch and 1 inch, and the wrong bore will not seat on the shaft.
- Trusting a compatibility list without checking the part number. Several listings say to verify before buying.
- Replacing a blade with a different shape. The HandyTek blade is a 3-side star design, and the other listings describe straight or curved blades.
- Working on the edger with the power connected. The CGNRONEAU listing in the pack says to keep the power off when changing a blade, and the same caution applies to any cordless or electric edger.
Safety when changing an edger blade
An edger blade is sharp, and the listings say so. The CGNRONEAU trimmer-blade listing in the pack advises wearing gloves when you change a blade, and the same is true for edger blades. Disconnect the power source, remove the battery if the tool has one, and check the part number before you start. If you are not sure how the blade mounts, the owner’s manual for your edger is the source to follow. For a broader look at edger work, read How to Edge a Lawn With an Electric Edger.
FAQ
How do I know which lawn edger blade fits my machine?
Start with the part number on the old blade or in the edger’s manual, then compare it with the listing’s compatibility text. Confirm the center hole and the blade diameter before you order.
Do these blades fit gas and electric edgers?
The listings name both kinds of machine. The Lxamivxla listing includes Echo gas edgers and battery edgers from Greenworks and Toro, and the KOCBSYY listing includes Echo, Ryobi, Milwaukee and EGO models. Check the named model on your own machine.
What center hole sizes appear in this roundup?
The listings state 5/8 inch for the HandyTek blade, 1/2 inch for the Andorm blades and 1 inch for the KOCBSYY blades. The Lxamivxla listing gives a 1-inch hole in one bullet, and its other bullets do not state a hole size.
Are the blades hardened or heat-treated?
The HandyTek listing says heat-treated steel, and the KOCBSYY title says hardened. The Andorm and Lxamivxla listings do not state a hardening process in the pack text.
Does the number of blades in a pack matter?
Only as a count. The Andorm listing has six blades, the KOCBSYY and Lxamivxla listings have four each, and the HandyTek listing has two. The fit, not the count, decides whether the blades are useful.
Can I use a trimmer blade on an edger?
Not unless the listing says it fits. The CGNRONEAU trimmer blade listing is for weed wacker and mower heads, and its size is 6 inches, which does not match the edger blades in this roundup.
Bottom line
Pick the blade that matches your old blade’s part number, center hole and shape. For a Craftsman or Troy-Bilt edger with a 5/8-inch center hole, the HandyTek two-pack is the most direct match in this roundup. For a 1/2-inch hole and a long list of Craftsman, Mclane and Rotary numbers, choose the Andorm six-pack. For Stihl, Echo, Ryobi, Milwaukee and Greenworks owners with a 1-inch hole, the KOCBSYY four-pack has the clearest listing. Measure before you buy, and confirm the part number against your manual.
For more on choosing an edger, see Best Lawn Edger Battery Powered: Seven Cordless Options Compared, and for cordless edger models, read Best Cordless Lawn Edgers and String Trimmers Compared.
