Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit vs Greenworks 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer
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: Adjustable 15–17 in swath and a 6 Ah battery
Check price at AmazonBest for: 65 min runtime from a 2 Ah 80V battery
Check price at AmazonSpec-by-spec comparison
Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit | Greenworks 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer | 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. | 17 in | 16 in | 25% |
| RuntimeThe maker's longest runtime claim with the kit battery, usually at low speed. | 67 min | 65 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. | 240 Wh | 160 Wh | 20% |
| Listed weightThe weight the maker lists. Lighter trimmers tire your arms less. Makers don't always say whether it includes the battery. | 12.95 lb | 7.97 lb | 20% |
| Brushless motorYes when the maker lists a brushless motor, which generally runs cooler and longer per charge than a brushed one. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| Kit battery | 40 V 6 Ah = 240 Wh (computed) | 80 V 2 Ah = 160 Wh (computed) | info |
| Swath | Adjustable 15–17 in | Not listed | info |
| Line size | .105 in | Not listed | info |
| Shaft | Carbon fiber straight shaft | Not listed | info |
| YardPick score | 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit
Better published figure on: Cutting swath, Runtime, Kit battery energy.
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- Highest listed weight in this comparison (12.95 lb)
Greenworks 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer
Better published figure on: Listed weight.
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Verdict
On published specs, the Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit scores higher (6.9 vs 6.8). Specs don't capture sound character or feel, so weigh the pros and cons above too.
- Choose the Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit if this sounds like you: adjustable 15–17 in swath and a 6 Ah battery.
- Choose the Greenworks 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer if this sounds like you: 65 min runtime from a 2 Ah 80V battery.
- Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17" String Trimmer Kit: Ryobi: 40V HP 17" String Trimmer Kit
- Greenworks 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer: Greenworks: 80V 16" Brushless String Trimmer