DeWalt 60V String Trimmer & Blower Combo Kit vs Ridgid 18V Brushless String Trimmer and Blower Kit

Buy the DeWalt combo if you have a large yard and want one battery system that runs a 60V trimmer and a 600 CFM blower. The Ridgid is the lighter, simpler kit for small lots and light trimming. Reviewers consistently praise DeWalt's brushless power and the 9Ah battery's runtime; Ridgid owners like the low weight and easy handling but note the 14 in. cut and 4.0Ah packs limit bigger jobs.

• Choose the DeWalt 60V combo if you have a half acre or more, heavy grass, or want a blower strong enough to clear wet leaves and driveway debris.
• Choose the Ridgid 18V kit if you have a small yard, mostly light trimming and blowing, and want a lighter tool you can use one-handed.