Greenworks 40V 12" String Trimmer vs Greenworks 24V 12" String Trimmer/Edger
Two of the cordless string trimmers in our best cordless string trimmers: greenworks & ryobi compared comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: 12 in 40V trimmer with 33 min runtime
Check price at AmazonBest for: Lightest-duty option for small yards
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Greenworks 40V 12" String Trimmer | Greenworks 24V 12" String Trimmer/Edger | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting swathThe widest cutting path the maker lists (the number in most product names). Where the swath is adjustable, we rank the widest setting. | 12 in | 12 in | 25% |
| RuntimeThe maker's longest runtime claim with the kit battery, usually at low speed. | 33 min | 20 min | 25% |
| Kit battery energyBattery energy in watt-hours, computed as volts x amp-hours of the battery or batteries the maker says come in the kit (for example 40 V x 6 Ah x 2 = 480 Wh). Bigger batteries generally mean more work per charge from the same tool. | 80 Wh | 48 Wh | 20% |
| Listed weightThe weight the maker lists. Lighter trimmers tire your arms less. Makers don't always say whether it includes the battery. | 7.3 lb | 5.2 lb | 20% |
| Brushless motorYes when the maker lists a brushless motor, which generally runs cooler and longer per charge than a brushed one. | No | No | 10% |
| Kit battery | 40 V 2 Ah = 80 Wh (computed) | 24 V 2 Ah = 48 Wh (computed) | info |
| Line diameter | Not listed | 0.065 in | info |
| YardPick score | 2.0/10 | 1.7/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Greenworks 40V 12" String Trimmer
Better published figure on: Runtime, Kit battery energy.
What we like
Watch out for
- Lowest cutting swath in this comparison (12 in)
Greenworks 24V 12" String Trimmer/Edger
Better published figure on: Listed weight.
What we like
- Lowest listed weight in this comparison (5.2 lb)
Watch out for
- Lowest cutting swath in this comparison (12 in)
- Lowest runtime in this comparison (20 min)
- Lowest kit battery energy in this comparison (48 Wh)
Verdict
Both cut 12 in. The 40V kit lists 80 vs 48 Wh and 33 vs 20 min; the 24V model lists 5.2 vs 7.3 lb.
- Greenworks 40V 12" String Trimmer: Greenworks: 40V 12" String Trimmer
- Greenworks 24V 12" String Trimmer/Edger: Greenworks: 24V 12" String Trimmer/Edger