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Gas String Trimmers
Best for commercial use, large properties, attachment versatility.
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Best String Trimmers: Gas vs Electric (Corded) vs Cordless
Gas trimmers dominate commercial use; cordless trimmers cover most suburban yards; corded electric fits small flat lots.
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Electric (Corded) String Trimmers
Corded. Lightest and cheapest, small yards only.
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Cordless String Trimmers
Battery. Suburban default, often shares battery with other tools.
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