Best String Trimmer EVER Tested - 2021 [ NEW EGO POWERLOAD ]
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- Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
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Being the King of the backyard aint easy - been crowned twice - NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE.
In this video I review the brand new 2021 56volt EGO battery cordless powered powerload string trimmer (model ST1511T or ST1510T). This model was just release and it's a true show stopper. Some of the features include telescoping handle, brushless motor, 15inch cutting, Powerload auto string loading, and a ton more.
If you are looking to buy a new string trimmer, make sure this model is on your short list :)
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I literally just smashed my string trimmer on the sidewalk after the strings broke off inside the head for the thousandth time! I couldn't take it anymore. EVERY STINKING TIME I use it I get so mad!!! I'm heading to Lowe's for an ego.
That's what it takes - I think everyone has smashed their string trimmer at some point
If you're string keeps breaking, you need to buy a higher strength string for what your cutting.
@@Bradimus1 if I'm edging I burn through it
@@Kitearmy what model number is this one???
@@snoopysrc It's in the video when I pop up the Lowes pic
Thanks so much for your review - recently moved from .15 acre city lot to 3 acres in the country and my tiny Ryobi trimmer has no longer been cutting it. I've been doing tons of research and decided on this brand but couldn't pull the trigger until I saw your review calling out the telescoping feature - great option for those of us with heigh limitations ;) Your tips for trimming video also super helpful for us former city folk.
Glad to help a city person acclimate to the country :)
I like how much thought Ego puts into their products. I also like that even when they come out with new tools with nice new features they don't make the older ones obsolete.
True - the original powerload is still an awesome tool!
My friend I have just bought new Ego 14" trimmer based on your awesome reviews and now I have a problem, I can't stop trimming even there is no new grass! It's so addictive! I love my new Ego trimmer and I want to say thank you because your work here is very useful.
There is a support group for that problem - I'm medicated but I have it too
@user-gt7xz8lh4d no issues for now!
Just bought this trimmer at my local Ace Hardware. All I can say is WOW. In the last 7 years went through 2 gas powered trimmers. Hurt my shoulder on the last one. Decided to go battery operated. Again WOW. Bought this model. Thanks. I would recommend.
Thanks for sharing
@user-gt7xz8lh4d
I haven't had any issues at all. It still works perfectly. With other trimmers, i always had problems with loading and the bump and go. But this is Great. As a matter of factthis year, I bought their hedge trimmer.
Great review. I just picked mine up today and I’m looking forward to using it tomorrow. This is my 3rd Ego product (I have their lawn mower and snow thrower), and I am going to try their chainsaw next. Incredible brand and innovative products. Thanks for posting your review.
Thank you, for the review. Went to my local ace hardware, and bought it today! Great buy.
Good to hear Ace has in stock - these are flying off the shelves
After a bit of hunting, Lowes OUT, Amazon OUT, I was able to get my hands on this very trimmer today. Had to go 40 miles to an Ace, but happy I got it. Did my whole 2 acres in less than an hour. Recommend this trimmer highly.
Yeah - demand for these string trimmers has been insane
@@Kitearmy definitely! I put an in stock alert for this trimmer on lowes, and when the alert came in, I pulled the trigger on it. First ego product, I'm ready to get rid of my electric cord power equipment.
The trimmer has been sold out for some time. And the trimmer sold out again after it came back in stock at lowes. So they either have low production numbers coming out, or the demand is pretty high.
@@pitbull329 Demand is crazy - I hear Ace has some good stock
I’ve been searching for something like this for my yard.
Thank YOU! I’m going to get one for sure.
If your a bit smaller make sure you get this model with the telescoping handle
Was going to buy the harbor freight atlas line until I watched your review and saw in the comments how Ego was like the Lamborghini of trimmers. Looked at lowes and didn't know the difference between the carbon fiber and this one. Saw this posted like two hours ago and good night man, you answered everything. Buying the trimmer/blower combo today. Thank you for the help! Subscribed!
Awesome - welcome to the club
@@Kitearmy I just bought the ego carbon fiber auto thread trimmer, didn’t know they had an auto thread with a telescoping handle - it wasn’t obvious on the packaging. I am super short - before I use this trimmer would it really help that much to exchange it in your opinion?
@@alexislamanna9266 If your short get the telescoping model
For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG I didn't like the fact that they just kept cutting the edge of the lawn further and further from the rock lining the flower beds and leaving bare ground. And the grass was trimmed or scalped several feet around trees, etc. It was a constant battle with them so I told them to just mow and no trimming. I have Zoysia grass so it grows pretty slow. Obviously after a while it could use some trimming. I'm in my 80's so I can't do much of it myself.Finally I decided that if I could find a lightweight battery powered trimmer I might be able to do some light trimming. I decided to buy the LST201 20V trimmer. And it works great for my needs. I have back yard with about 150' of flower beds and several trees to be trimmed. I can lightly trim the whole yard with a single charge! The grass I trimmed was only a few inches high but the trimmer was more powerful than I expected.
I've been looking for a trimmer for a while. I wanted to go with a 4 cycle gas but with gas prices right now, I figured I'd go battery. I started reading reviews and I stumbled across your video. Thank you very much, I just went to ace hardware and picked one up. Can't wait for the battery to get charged so I can go play with it.
let us know what you think!!
I got the carbon shaft one... These EGOs have so much power, are smooth as butter, and can be used without warming up. The power load also saves so much time. I can't believe I used my gas trimmer so long. EGO is worth every penny.
Amen
Love the content. I just picked up the carbon-fiber version last week. Love it! I did see this model but they look pretty similar and overall the lighter and stiffer shaft seemed better for me than the telescoping ability. There's a slightly different motor shroud but the specs look pretty similar (I guess this model does have the hi/lo switch - but both have the variable speed trigger).
They are very close - I still sometimes use the carbon fiber model
Great trimmer! I love the different speed variations and how easy it is to control and of course the spool loading is super. Thank you for adding a little humor which I always appreciate and of course the detailed review. Unfortunately for me I have become a Toro guy so I guess I will just have to dream about being an Ego guy one day when I am rich and famous like the Matey. Awesome video Kite Army man!
Thanks mate - Dream BIG - EGO for the win
Awesome video! I bought this trimmer like 2 weeks ago and it’s awesome thank you for your recommendation. Bye bye gas
👋🏻 . Also quick question is it ideal to hit the head of the trimmer on concrete for more string to come out or do you recommend just hitting it in on the grass? Thanks for the tip.
After seeing your video here, I am going to buy one of those Egos Trimmers. Had a Ryobi weed trimmer for several years & spent most of my time playing around with the trimmer line. Got so pissed off last fall I decided to put the hatch saw to the timmmer & threw the blasted piece of junk out. Thanks for this Excellent video.
Your going to love this - I actually loaded it blind folded
I’ve had loads of strimmers over the years and this is the best by far
Bought it! Thank you for all of your reviews!
Hope you like it as much as I do!
I've been using Ego products for years. I've first had the self propelled lawn mower which still works awesome... had no breakdowns
Then years later, I bought a hedge trimmer and a chainsaw..
Both great products... I like how the different size batteries are interchangeable
I definitely getting the string trimmer since I like the powerload feature since it's a lesser hassle to load the string
Im hoping to vest in that snow blower as well
Thanks for sharing!
Just bought one thanks to your video. Hope Ego hears and sponsors you if they still haven't
Thanks so much - I would love that!
this video convinced me to buy an EGO power load trimmer...thank you Andrew!
Great to hear!
I just bought this trimmer b/c tubing that fed the gas from the primer on my old trimmer rotted off somehow. Who'd thunk it. Can't wait to try it out, thanks for the review and telling me it wasn't a mistake purchase ;)
Good stuff
I just got one. Surprisingly it seems to have more power than my echo has machine. No vibration. No filling the tank. Power load. Just works. It’s awesome. And this uses bigger string. Which robs power. So it has even more! And because it’s thicker, it lasts longer
Yep - that's the real story
Just bought it today! Can't wait to use it!
let us know what you think
I purchased the Ego Trimmer with the carbon fiber shaft, to save on the weight and I’ll admit that it’s the best trimmer that I’ve ever owned, gas or electric. It’s absolutely fantastic.
Amen brotha
Get this Ego weed eater !! I did . POWER ! Wow!!! And I bought the mower too!! Well worth the money!!!!!! And lite weight!!
That is the most common reaction
Now that looks like a really nice trimmer for a battery-powered one. I'd really like to get my hands on this and give it a try
Do it!
I've had an EGO string trimmer for 4 years and very rarely does the string load easily. Inserting in one hole does not guarantee that it will come out the other side as depicted in the video. Most often I wind up taking the head off and manually threading the line from one side to the other and then trying to get it put back together without the spring being mispositioned. And many times the string will not advance when there is sting left on the spool. Husband and I have argued multiple times over this and we have finally decided to purchase a new trimmer of another brand. BTW, we even found a video showing difficulties in loading the trimmer and possible causes and cures. Followed advice for solving the problem to no avail. Love my EGO mower and blower but the trimmer misses the mark.
What trimmer did you end up getting?
Great review. Thanks. There is an option to buy ST1502LD which is the string trimmer and a blower. Do you know which string trimmer model is included in that kit?
Used my lawnmower last week, gotta pick up this trimmer next!!
BLOWAAAA too
You sold me. I have leaf blower which is awesome. I like all the features about this trimmer, should make my trimming work a lot easier.
Good choice!
Thank you for the video. Much appreciated 😊
oops I meant to ask which model string trimmer is included in the Ego trimmer/blower kit ST1502LB and is it worth buying as a kit vs separtely?
The power load sold me. Love my EGO.
the Powerload is legend
Bought mine today,,,it is great!
Awesome product thanks for sharing 👍
No problem 👍
I got the ego mower back in the fall and just ordered a string trimmer.
Very cool I just got one today can’t wait to try it
Good luck!
I like all your Ego demos. Very detailed and accurate. Always find out the new stuff here even before it's on Egos own site. My only comment is, I buy from Authorized family owned businesses, and not box stores. They all sell at same price. Just wish you would promote Mom and Pop stores a bit more. Other than that. Keep up the great videos.
Awesome, thank you!
just have to say thanks for the awesome video, i just found out about Ego and it looks amazing, ive been using gas trimmers forever and im done with the annoyances of them!, i have an acre of big weeds and this looks like it will handle them with ease.
cant wait to get mine!
Did you try it yet
@@Kitearmy sorry for late reply, yes i got it and it is awesome!, so happy i got it, ive been running on low mostly and its a beast and lasts about 45-1hr , loading string is a breeze. its such a great trimmer!
Idk if this guy works for anyone or is given commission but i am going to get one of these right now... looks like it works amazingly
I've been trying to find out the heights for the shaft adjustment. I'm only 5 ft and need a short one.
Buying one today! Thanks
Cool - follow up with your thoughts
just found your video….been looking for a new trimmer…..after your video, i was so impressed, i went to my local Lowes to get one….they had it in stock, but they were having issues getting their latest delivery of them into their computer inventory so i couldn’t purchase one….they said they’d probably call me tomorrow to come back….thx again !!!
Cool - Lowes should get that figured out
they called me today…i go over….they say here yuh go….it’s the wrong one….they don’t have any of the ST1511T….so now i wait for them to get one…they say no longer than a week…..
now they call me today and say they can’t get one, but they’ll sell me the display model for $50 off…i’ll take it
Would you recommend going with the ego string trimmer and blower combo, or dewalt. I’ve read a lot of mixed reviews about the dewalt only reason I’m considering it is because I’ve got dewalt power to old and batteries. Just trying to get away from my gas powered lawn equip.
go dewalt in the garage - EGO in the yard
How does this compare to the ST1521S model? Thanks for the video 👍
Great review
Thanks mate
great video, thanks. keep posting.
More to come!
You have two more to test the Worx Nitro 40V Cordless Attachment-Capable Driveshare 15" String Trimmer and Sunjoe 100v..Good Video.
Thanks mate - yep I do have a ton of work to do
Just bumped into your channel great quick review for 2021. Would you say that changing the handle to edge is worth it? I was not a fan of getting the weed eater and then the edger. Thanks for the review and keep up the good work.
Not if you already own an EGO trimmer
Currently have a ryobi 18v little trimmer. Has 1 single string that’s good for grass only. I have a small yard so it’s fine and does well on chain link fence which is the main point. How does the Ego do along chain link fences? I’ve had other brands that when I accidentally hit the links the string wants to grab the fence and need a death grip on the trimmer.
yeah trimmers will do that - this is no exception
Very tempting! But I already have Ryobi trimmer 40 v. I only need a powerful gas trimmer as a backup for my trimmer. ASAP . Your favorite toy looks very good! Maybe later in the future I will try yours.
Makes most Ryobi tools look like a joke
I had one of these beasts for a few days. Sold it for a Makita XRU23Z I couldn't be happier.
yeah I have the makita too - it's in perfect condition - I never reach for it
Got mine last year...love it...
These things are great
Do you recommend 1523S(Carbon fiber shaft, and variable speed) or 1511T(Telescopic, 2 speed, adjustable handle). 1523S is 4 AH battery is $199 and 1511T with 2.5 AH is also $199. At this price point which one you suggest?
what happened when the string got short, will it pop out or needs to open the front to pull it out?
Great review.
Thanks!
Bought one. Sweet trimmer.
Good choice!
Thanks for showing all the bells and whistles. One question I have is about the powerload system. If for some reason it fails, can you manually load the string? Bells and whistles are nice until something breaks so I'd be ok with the standard head if you can't override the powerload one manually.
I have the same question.
4 minute shows that
Great video. I got the carbon fiber one. Getting the ego z6 zero turn mower delivered tomorrow. Cant wait
OMG - you lucky goose
*Z4
Nice presentation. 🔥 A couple of days ago I bought a 40v hart trimmer combo from WM. Trimmer and blower. It was ok. I had trouble trying to fix the string on the trimmer. It was working but it made too much noise. I'm going to return it. 👉 I'm buying the Ego trimmer combo I found online and in LOWES. The funny thing is, I have an EGO Lawn Mower in my garage that hasn't failed me yet. Thanks for the info. Cordless all the way.
no brainer
Thanks for the video. Would you be able to provide the weight compare to the carbon fiber unit? Would the new grip fit the carbon fiber and the Multi-Tool units? If so, it would be interesting to buy it as an accessory even though I just bought a Darwin's Grip 5.0.
I could not feel any difference in weight between the carbon and this aluminum
I had been looking at the Carbon Fiber shaft model. But I like that this one adjusts. Is this model any heavier than the other?
They feel about the same weight
I like how easy it is to fix the string if it regresses into the spool. I had a brushless 40 volt Ryobi that was great UNTIL the string got stuck inside the spool.
True - thanks for comment
Have an older style Ego trimmer and still can't get use to it, the size/weight/balance...so I went back to my inexpensive 20volt B&D
How long is run time befor flat battery. Are these snippers repairable
I have an EGO lawn mower, love it, you never mentioned if this could use the lawnmower battery. Lawnmower battery I have is 7.5Ah one
Yes it can
Nice review showing all the features. Now I just need to think do I really need a 56v battery thingy hanging around
sure - and you NEED the blower
My Ego lawnmower and leaf blower are great. I ordered a strimmer 5 months ago and still waiting.
I believe it is the best string trimmer now.
True - me too
I have an older EGO trimmer...need to replace trimmer head that holds the string, but cannot find it. Most sites say out of stock or discontinued. Anyone know a source of after market parts?
I think it is a covid supply issue problem
What is the difference between EGO Power+ ST1511T vs ST1520S vs ST1521S?
Is there any advantage to getting the carbon fiber shaft? I like that this one is telescopic so my kids can use it too.
it might be a hair lighter - might
Great video....I am torn between WORX and EGO.....The convo kit with blower. Do you also like the mowers?? Would love your advice.
Worx is really in a different class - this is prosumer and EGO owns it
Hi, I didn't hear if you gave the "all up" weight with a full load of stirng, or how long the tool is fully extended, or at its shortest, or how well it is balanced with the battery installed??? I guess I'll go watch it again and pay closer attention!!! Thanks!! Chas Orvis, PLAINVILLE, CT.
Might have missed some of those....
Thank you Sir for the advice/video et al. Just ripped off another finger nail trying the pull start on my POS weed wacker. Time to bite the bullet and get one of these babies. The auto load looks like a dream. Just womdering if you have to purchase EGO brand line or if any line will suffice. Gonna need STRONG line for the job ahead. Nothing but rain hear in centeral Texas for the past month. We've got a rabbitt family that visits occassionally, can't even see them in the tall grass...
Go with Husquvana Titianium Force
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Is the guard easily removable?
Up to how many feet high weeds can this trimmer handle?
Kite Army your making me wanna go get newer power load wtf looks pretty powerful
Good stuff for sure
Was deciding between this and milwaukee and came across your videos comparing the two. Good thing I kept searching your videos otherwise I would've missed that ego came out with a new model. My question is what's the difference between the ST1511T and ST1521S? At a glance I just notice that one is carbon fiber and the other is aluminum.
the aluminum has the telescoping feature and new handle
How tall are u and what is the length of that trimmer/edger ? How much does it weigh with the battery ? How long does the battery last ?
I Get sick and tired of getting yard duty and having to work with a Gas weed eater that seems to want to ding off of fencing and concrete/having to stop and reload the string by hand for the 50th time in 20 minutes. i try to keep a distance and then all i get is half assed work done. I'm gonna definitely try this one out.
I used to feel that way about yard tools too
Andrew do you know if EGO or any other brand sells new blades for trimming off the extra line at the end of the trimmer? Thanks man
I believe they do - what happened to yours?
You mentioned the cost of the wires on the Ryobi. What is the cost of the wires on this trimmer??
Great video on this newer Ego trimmer. I have a couple of questions if you have time, is this the 2021 ST 1511T model and also can you tell me what the RPM is on the two separate speeds?
Sorry I don't know the speeds - lots of power though
Low speed is 3000-4800 rpm
High speed is 4500-5800 rpm.
Sold me man! And I'm a, mechanic, swear by gas engines guy! Made a vid cataloging my choice. used your Amazon link to buy LOL! Thanks!
Thanks mate - your gonna love it!
Do you recommend a certain strap ? I’m short. I have the edger and these puppies ain’t light 😂😂
Can you change out the head for different attachments on this model?
Not on this model
How well does it cut through tall grass that is slightly damp? Bought another trimmer and took it back. Was sucky at cutting damp if the least bit wet.
This thing destroys everthing
At the string end where the motor is located is the housing metal or plastic? Or is there a plastic cover over the metal housing that holds the motor? The other ego string trimmers the housing that holds the motor is all metal and not sure if they made this cheaper by making it all plastic and question how durable or strong it will be if it is all plastic.
All metal - looks like rotocast
ive been looking for this exact trimmer at lowes but no luck, and the link you have doesnt have the adjustable handle. Is there more than 1? i got excited and bought the ego trimmer and blower combo but was disappointed that it was an older model that doesnt have the self string feed button and adustable handle. There is a carbon fiber one but that doesnt have the adjustable handle as well....
This is the carbon fiber autoload- amzn.to/3dzg4pe
Do you think that the weight of it (with battery) is manageable for a woman who is older? Like 60+? Really considering getting this and want to make sure that its weight won't be too much.
Wonder if it solves the issues I had with my last power head ego trimmer, when using heavier line it would just cut off randomly every 3 seconds making it useless for commercial use and edging impossible.
Sounds like something was wrong with your specific trimmer.
That's not right - could have been a lemon
Can the adjustable front handle fit the carbon fiber shaft trimmer. That should have been on all trimmers
Yes
I just purchased the ego trimmer and while it is ok, I have an issue that’s odd. When edging grass/concrete borders, eg driveway, the line seemed to be eaten up very quickly. Have you seen this?
Try thicker string
That 2.5 battery is small can I use the bigger battery with this and buy just the tool only ?
Yes
This trimmer is great, I have no problem so far
Amen brotha
Have you noticed that with this style head (string higher on the head) that it hacks your lawn up (as its meant more for tall weeds as opposed to lightly trimming up around small areas)?
no seems normal to me
This weedeater is very nice and I would highly recommend for a homeowner they only cut their grass like once a month. I have gone through two of these weedeaters within one year due to the head mechanism not loading string on both of the weedeaters. On one of the trimmers that I finally managed to get the string loaded after holding the head and pushing the button the string would keep coming out when I was weedeating.
I give this weed eater 3 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ overall.
These were just released - i wonder how you had 2 of them
@@Kitearmy ah man! Lol I’m sorry man i must have caught tunnel vision before I watched this video. Great video by the way!
Well, the previous model with carbon shaft had issues with the head. This is the model I am referring to. I am trying to bring more battery powered equipment into my Landscape business.
@@mylawnbarber Yeah for pros I would look at the commercial line
I appreciate the suggestion! I love how well an ego trimmer can trim the grass and edge with it but as I said I believe the quality is not there yet with ego. One thing I really don’t like is that it only brings a 1 year commercial warranty as in comparison with others like Milwaukee and Dewalt that offer 3 year warranty on some garden tools and even longer warranties on certain things.
@@mylawnbarber I would say that nothing that Delwalt or Millwaukee make compares to EGO commercial. That being said their standard stuff is targeted to the homeowner