CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER® String Trimmer, 6.5 Amp, 14-Inch (CMEST913)
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Across the reviewers we read, the CRAFTSMAN CMEST913 earns attention for its 6.5-amp motor and 14-inch cutting swath, which the manufacturer and verified-purchase listings position for tackling tougher overgrowth. The Amazon customer base sits at 4.3 stars across more than 1,300 ratings, a solid if unspectacular consensus. Multiple YouTube walkthroughs treat it as a capable budget workhorse.
What reviewers liked
- 6.5-amp motor and wide 14-inch head suited to thicker grass and overgrowth
- Solid verified-purchase base (4.3 stars, 1,300+ ratings)
- Push-button feed system and no-battery convenience
Where it falls short
- Lowe's review summary characterizes feedback as mixed, with many users reporting issues
- High-trust r/Tools thread describes the trimmer head as difficult to open, requiring a T15 bit and full shield removal
- Corded range limits and added weight from the larger motor
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Across the reviewers we read, the CRAFTSMAN CMEST913 earns attention for its 6.5-amp motor and 14-inch cutting swath, which the manufacturer and verified-purchase listings position for tackling tougher overgrowth. The Amazon customer base sits at 4.3 stars across more than 1,300 ratings, a solid if unspectacular consensus. Multiple YouTube walkthroughs treat it as a capable budget workhorse.
- High Performance
- High performance 6.5 Amp motor of the weed wacker helps to tackle tough overgrowth
- Push Button Feed System
- This edger/trimmer allows you to control the 0.065-inch line with the push of a button
- Edge Capability
- The grass cutter allows users to quickly change from trimming to edging
- Efficiency
- 14-inch cutting swath allows for added efficiency
- Adjustable
- Ergonomic adjustable length pole to fit your height
- Versatrack Compatible
- Use the integrated hook to hang this tool directly on the VERSATRACK Wall Organization System (sold separately)
You have to take the plastic shielding off the entire head to access everything. It requires a T15 screwdriver/bit. Remove the shield with a ...
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