Had to pick between a cheap trimmer and a nicer one for the backyard

I was at the hardware store in Fresno yesterday trying to decide between a $30 electric trimmer and a $80 gas model for my overgrown fence line. I went with the cheaper one since I was on a budget, and it died after 15 minutes of light weeds. Anyone else regret going the budget route on yard tools?

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spencer_coleman25d ago

Wait, it died after only 15 minutes of light weeds? That's wild. I mean, I knew the cheap ones weren't great but I figured they'd at least get through a single session before giving up. I've definitely been there though, thinking I was saving money only to end up paying more in the long run. For things like trimmers or mowers, it feels like $30 is just asking for trouble these days. Maybe it's just me but the middle ground around $50 usually works better for me, enough to last a season or two without breaking the bank. Hope you can get that one swapped out or your money back, that's just ridiculous.

paul_taylor2125d ago

$50 is the sweet spot for sure, those bottom barrel ones are pure waste.

margareto2625d ago

Respectfully disagree, I've had cheap ones last years.