A string trimmer is a staple of lawn care, and a useful tool that deserves a home in any DIYer’s garage or shed. We’ve rounded up a selection of the top string trimmers from light-duty models ideal for yard clean-up to professional-strength models designed to tackle massive jobs. Here are our recommendations for the best string trimmers to buy now. I’ve used string trimmers for everything from post-mow touchups to abandoned lot reclamations. Related Stories: Ditch Your String Trimmer Line—The Aero-Flex Snap & Trim Head Is Better | 2025 Annual Yard and Garden Awards | The Best Lawn Edgers for a Crisp Landscape