Best Grass Trimmer and Lawn Edger Combos
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A grass trimmer and lawn edger combo is one tool that trims grass along fences and walls and then turns its head to cut a clean line along a driveway or a bed. Most of the models in this roundup use a rotating or pivoting head for the edging step, and most run on a battery. The right pick depends on your power source, the cutting width you want, how long a job you expect to run, and whether the listing includes batteries and a charger. This guide compares eight options from the product pack and uses only the facts each listing states.
Quick answer
- For a battery combo that ships with two batteries and a charger, the Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades and Wheels (B0HH72GYV3) and the 21V Electric Weed Wacker with Wheel (B0HJ29SX9T) are the listings that include the batteries.
- For a larger 13-inch or 14-inch cutting path, the Greenworks 24V 13 inch model (B0BFB241WG) and the DeWalt-compatible 14-inch model (B0H8MT97HR) state wider paths.
- For a corded option with no battery to charge, the Sun Joe Corded Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger (B017D4TNOY) is the listing in this roundup that is corded.
- If you already own a battery platform, check the compatibility line first. Several listings are tool-only and state which battery brand they fit.
How to choose a trimmer and edger combo
Start with the power source. A corded model never needs charging, but its cord limits your reach, and the cord must stay clear of the blade. Battery models give you more freedom to move around a yard, and the listings in this group run on batteries from several platforms. Check the battery voltage and amp-hour rating in each listing, because those two figures set how long one charge lasts.
Next, look at the cutting width. The listings in this group state widths from 6 inches to 15 inches. A wider path covers more ground in each pass, which helps on large lawns. A narrower path is easier to control along beds and fences. The listing for the Sun Joe corded model says its cutting swath is 13 inches, while the DeWalt-compatible model with no battery lists 15 inches as its cutting width in the specification table.
Then check the edging head. A combo is only as useful as its edging step. Some models rotate the trimmer head 90 degrees, some tilt through 0 to 90 degrees, and one lists four angles. The Greenworks listing describes a head that pivots 90 degrees so you can trim and edge at several angles. The Sun Joe listing says its shaft rotates to give 0, 15, 30 and 45 degree cutting options for edging.
Finally, check what comes in the box. Several listings include a battery and charger, but others are tool-only, and a few say the battery is sold separately. Read the included-components line before buying, because a tool-only listing still needs a battery to run.
Battery and power source
Battery voltage shows up in the listing titles, and it tells you which battery platform a tool uses. The Greenworks listing says one 24V battery runs more than 125 Greenworks 24V tools, which matters if you already own that system. The Litheli 20V listing includes a 2.0Ah battery and charger, and its warranty is 3 years on the tool and 1 year on the battery. The Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades lists two 2000mAh batteries and a fast charger in the package.
Several listings in this roundup are compatible with a battery brand you may already own. Those listings are the DeWalt-compatible 20V model (B0GFDQNZ3R), the Makita 18V-compatible model (B0GQSKR5NY) and the DeWalt 20V model with no battery (B0H8MT97HR). The DeWalt-compatible listing says it works with DeWalt 20V MAX batteries and that the battery is not included. The Makita listing says it is compatible with Makita 18V batteries and is also sold without a battery.
Runtime is not stated consistently. One listing gives an average battery life of 45 minutes for a battery in its specifications, and another gives a combined runtime of up to 30 minutes for two 24V batteries in its bullets. Treat those as the listing’s own statements, not as measured results.
Cutting width and reach
Cutting width sets how much grass one pass clears. The listings in this group show widths of 6, 8, 10, 13, 14 and 15 inches. For a small yard with many corners, a 6 to 8 inch path gives you more control. For open lawn, the 13 to 15 inch models cover ground faster, though they are heavier.
Shaft length matters for your height and the work you do. The Litheli listing gives an adjustable pole of 36 to 47 inches. The Sun Joe listing extends its telescoping pole from 41 to 50 inches. The Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades lists a telescopic shaft with a total length of about 47 inches. A longer shaft reduces bending but makes the tool heavier in your hands, so choose the length that lets you work upright.
Roundup of eight grass trimmer and lawn edger combos
Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades and Wheels (B0HH72GYV3)
This 3-in-1 cordless model includes two 2000mAh batteries, a fast charger and a set of blades. The listing says it has a high-speed motor of 20,000 RPM, four types of cutting blades (plastic, rhombus, saw and metal), and a telescopic shaft of about 47 inches. Its listing gives a tool weight of 3.28 pounds and a cutting width of 8 inches. The package also includes wheels and an edger function. The listing describes it as a 4-in-1 tool that can serve as a string trimmer, brush cutter, lawn edger and small lawn mower.
21V Electric Weed Wacker with Wheel (B0HJ29SX9T)
This cordless trimmer is listed as a 21V model and includes two 2.0Ah batteries and a charger. Its bullets describe a 200W motor and three blade types: plastic for soft lawns, stainless steel straight blades for tougher growth, and a third blade type that the bullet does not name in full. The listing’s bullets give a weight of 2.65 pounds, while its specification table shows 5.5 pounds, so check the product page for the figure that applies. The head tilts from 0 to 90 degrees, which the listing says helps on slopes and in hard-to-reach gaps. It has a dual safety switch that requires the safety lock and the trigger to be pressed together. The specification table gives a cutting width of 6 inches and a speed of 11,000 RPM.
Cordless Weed Wacker and Edger for DeWalt 20V, folding, no battery (B0GFDQNZ3R)
This brushless string trimmer is built to run on a DeWalt 20V MAX battery, and the battery is not included. The listing says it has a 1300W motor and a speed of up to 23,000 RPM. Its specification table gives a cutting width of 15 inches and a weight of 2.3 kg. The shaft folds and can be extended from about 4.1 feet to 5.0 feet, according to the bullets. The listing includes an edger function with a 90 degree rotating head and wheels for edging. It also says the battery has a display that shows remaining charge, and it lists a 2 year warranty in its specifications.
Cordless Weed Wacker and Edger for Makita 18V, folding, no battery (B0GQSKR5NY)
This listing has the same design family as the DeWalt-compatible model above, with a brushless motor, three blade types and an edger head with wheels. It is compatible with Makita 18V batteries and is sold without one. The specification table gives a cutting width of 10 inches and a speed of 23,000 RPM, and it lists one battery as required. The bullets say the head rotates 90 degrees for edging and the tilt goes from 0 to 90 degrees for trimming. The listing also says the telescopic shaft extends from 4.1 to 5.0 feet, and it includes a battery display. Because the cutting width differs from the DeWalt-compatible listing, compare the two specifications before choosing.
Cordless String Trimmer and Lawn Edger for DeWalt 20V, no battery (B0H8MT97HR)
This tool-only listing is compatible with DeWalt 20V batteries and says the battery is not included. Its bullets describe a 750W motor, a speed of 20,000 RPM and a 14-inch cutting width. The listing says the tool works as a trimmer, an edger and a mower in one unit, and it includes support wheels. The specification table gives a weight of 5 pounds and a cutting width of 14 inches. It also says the package includes eight spool lines. Buy this model if you already own a DeWalt 20V battery and want a wider path than the 6 to 10 inch models in this group.
Sun Joe Corded Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger with telescoping pole (B017D4TNOY)
This is the only corded listing in this roundup. It has a 4-amp motor, a 13-inch cutting swath and a telescoping pole that extends from 41 to 50 inches. The rotating shaft gives edging at 0, 15, 30 and 45 degrees, and the listing says a flower guard protects plants from accidental contact with the trimmer head. The listing also says it has an ETL approval and a full 2-year warranty. Because it is corded, you need an outlet and a cord that stays clear of the trimmer head while you work.
Greenworks 24V 13 inch Cordless String Trimmer with 4.0Ah battery (B0BFB241WG)
This Greenworks model includes a 4.0Ah battery in the listing title and is a 2-in-1 trimmer and edger. The listing says it has a 13-inch cutting path, a brushless motor, two speeds, and a head that pivots 90 degrees so you can trim and edge at several angles. It uses an auto-feed line of .080 inches and a push-button start. The listing says one 24V battery runs more than 125 Greenworks 24V tools and that the tool is maintenance free, with no gas, no oil and no emissions.
Litheli 12 inch Cordless String Trimmer and Edger with 2.0Ah battery (B0CLV14KTX)
This 20V model comes with a 2.0Ah battery and a charger. Its listing says it has a 12-inch wide path, a 4-angle cutting head, and an adjustable pole of 36 to 47 inches. The listing gives a weight of 4.5 pounds and a speed of up to 6550 RPM, with a 0.065 inch auto-feed line. It includes a safety lock and built-in guards that protect flowers and keep debris away while you work. The warranty is 3 years on the tool and 1 year on the battery, as the listing states. This is a good match for a small to medium yard.
Review: which combo to pick first
If you want a complete kit that starts working the day it arrives, the Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades and Wheels (B0HH72GYV3) is the most complete package on paper. It includes two batteries, a charger, a telescopic shaft of about 47 inches, four types of blades, wheels and an edger function. Its 8-inch cutting width is narrower than the 13 and 14 inch tools, so it fits small to medium yards and detailed edging more than open lawns. The listing’s light weight of 3.28 pounds also makes long edging sessions easier.
For a wider path, the Litheli 12 inch model (B0CLV14KTX), which lists a 2.0Ah battery and charger, and the Greenworks 13 inch model (B0BFB241WG), which names a 4.0Ah battery in its title, are the two battery models in the group with a stated trimmer-to-edger switch. The Greenworks listing is for a 24V platform and the Litheli is for 20V, so the battery you already own may decide the choice. Both listings state a pivoting head for edging.
If you already own a DeWalt 20V or Makita 18V battery, the tool-only listings save you the cost of a second battery system. The DeWalt-compatible model (B0GFDQNZ3R) states a 15-inch cutting width and a battery display, while the Makita-compatible model (B0GQSKR5NY) lists a 10-inch width. The DeWalt 20V tool-only listing (B0H8MT97HR) states a 14-inch width and includes a mower function in its bullets. Choose by the width you need and the battery you have.
Who it suits: homeowners with small to medium yards who want one tool for trimming and edging, and people who already own a compatible battery. Who should look elsewhere: anyone who needs a corded tool with unlimited runtime, which points to the Sun Joe model (B017D4TNOY), or anyone who wants a manual edger without a motor, which is a different product type not covered here.
Close alternatives
The Sun Joe corded model is the best alternative if you do not want to charge a battery. Its telescoping pole and four edging angles make it a practical option for a yard with a power outlet nearby. For a battery tool with a wider path than the 6 to 8 inch models, the Greenworks 13 inch model or the DeWalt-compatible 15 inch model are the closest matches.
FAQ
Can one tool both trim grass and edge a lawn?
Yes. Every listing in this roundup states that the tool works as a string trimmer and as an edger. The edging step uses a rotating or pivoting head, and most listings include wheels to guide the cut. The Sun Joe listing states edging angles of 0, 15, 30 and 45 degrees, while the Greenworks listing states a pivoting head that turns 90 degrees.
Do these combos come with a battery?
It depends on the listing. The B0HH72GYV3, B0HJ29SX9T and B0CLV14KTX listings include batteries or a battery and charger. The Greenworks listing (B0BFB241WG) names a 4.0Ah battery in its title, so confirm whether it is in the box. The DeWalt-compatible, Makita-compatible and DeWalt tool-only listings say the battery is not included. Read the included-components line before buying.
Which cutting width should I choose?
Choose a narrow path of 6 to 8 inches for small yards and tight edging. Choose 12 to 15 inches for larger lawns, though the wider models are heavier. The listings show widths of 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 15 inches.
Is a corded model better than a battery model?
Neither is better in every case. The Sun Joe corded model has no battery to charge, but it needs an outlet and a cord that stays clear of the trimmer head. The battery models give you more freedom to move around the yard, and their runtime depends on the battery in each listing.
How long does a battery last on one charge?
The listings do not give one standard figure. One listing gives an average battery life of 45 minutes in its specifications, and another gives a combined runtime of up to 30 minutes for two 24V batteries in its bullets. Plan around those statements and check the battery capacity in the listing you choose.
Can I use a battery from another tool in the same brand family?
Some listings say they work with a battery platform you may already own. The DeWalt-compatible listing says it works with DeWalt 20V MAX batteries, and the Makita-compatible listing says it works with Makita 18V batteries. The Greenworks listing says one 24V battery runs more than 125 Greenworks 24V tools. Confirm the battery voltage and platform in the listing before buying.
Bottom line
Choose the combo by three checks: the power source, the cutting width you need, and what is in the box. If you want a battery kit that is ready to use, the Electric Cordless Weed Wacker with 4 Types Blades and Wheels (B0HH72GYV3) is the most complete package in this group. If you already own a compatible battery, pick a tool-only model that matches your platform and width. If you want no battery at all, the Sun Joe corded model is the one listing here with a cord and no charging.
For more on edging technique, read How to Edge a Lawn With an Electric Edger. If you are comparing cordless edgers as well, see Best Cordless Lawn Edgers and String Trimmers Compared.
