Husqvarna 110iL FLXi String Trimmer vs Ryobi 40V 17" Cordless String Trimmer

The Ryobi is the stronger trimmer for most yards: a brushless motor, a 17-inch cut, a 6.0 Ah battery and a carbon fiber shaft make it a heavier-duty tool with longer run time. The Husqvarna 110iL FLXi is lighter and more versatile, converting to an edger with a support wheel and accepting blower, hedge trimmer and pole saw attachments on the same battery. Owners of the Ryobi praise the power and the Expand-It attachment system; the Husqvarna suits smaller yards and shoppers who want one battery across several light tasks.

• Choose the Husqvarna 110iL FLXi if you have a small yard, want a light trimmer that converts to an edger, and value a split shaft for storage and FLXi attachments.
• Choose the Ryobi 40-Volt 17-Inch Expand-It if you want a wider cut, a brushless motor, longer run time per charge and a straight carbon fiber shaft for bigger jobs.