Ego Power+ 16-Inch Line IQ String Trimmer vs Ryobi 40V 17" Cordless String Trimmer

The Ego Power+ 16-Inch Line IQ is the better trimmer for most homeowners. It is lighter, has a carbon fiber shaft, auto-feed line, and a brushless 56V motor that reviewers say cuts dense grass without bogging down. The Ryobi 40-Volt 17-Inch Expand-It is heavier and slower to handle, but its 6.0Ah battery runs longer and the Expand-It coupler lets one power head drive other attachments. Owners praise Ego's line-loading system and low weight; Ryobi owners like the runtime and the attachment system but note the bulk.

• Choose the Ego Power+ 16-Inch Line IQ if you want a light, fast-trimming string trimmer with auto line feed and a carbon fiber shaft for regular yard work.
• Choose the Ryobi 40-Volt 17-Inch Expand-It if you want long runtime and a trimmer that doubles as the base for a multi-tool attachment system.