EGO 56v LINE IQ String Trimmer Review and Demo ST1620T ST1623T

[@binderjustin]

Brooklyn is adorable. Thanks for the content. I am trying to decide which lawn equipment to get for my first house and your channel has been very informative.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you Justin, feel free to ask any question, I'll do my best

[@moparfanboy]

This thing is amazing. I’ve had mine for about a month. It’s basically set it and forget it until you’re out of line.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Next model will probably trim my backyard in its own lol

[@waleedmoga]

I wish you include in your first few minutes of the review on how easy it is to put the line in and the advantage of the IQ.

[@KimFoster-vg5yk]

I would call the manufacture company about the screw for your weed trimmer. I bought shelving from Costco and their was bracket missing. I talked to supervisor and they wanted me to box it up and bring it back. I thought I am not boxing it up that is going to be a pain in the ass. So I found the manufacturer phone number on the box and told them want missing parts that was missing. They FedEx the missing parts to me with no cost.

[@AMG-BENZ-1]

You're the best reviewer of Ego Power products (which I've owned for 6+ years)

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@cgc52]

Just a suggestion - when trimming go right to left or counter clockwise. The reason is you are not throwing the cuttings into the path in front of your trimmer. By going to the left the cuttings are thrown behind the trimmer.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@castortroy103]

Bought the line IQ today....first lesson learned...don't go directly to hi speed until you get used to the trimmer height! Nice review.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Good advice and thank you

[@gdoks8679]

Great and thorough review of the 3 ego trimmers..presently own the middle one that was laid out on the ground ..have had it for 3 years with no problems..except for the bumping to let out more string..thinking about the iq line now,and no more banging of the trimmer. Already have batteries and charger from lawn mower and leaf blower..so the tool only will be my choice...

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@landscapingspecialist]

I enjoy how Brooklyn has paws underneath the line trimmer 👌🏻

[@evelynyoder289]

Love ❤️ your dog!!

[@TechMadeEzy]

She's a sweet, thank you

[@baddad5781]

Bought one of these last year. Out of the box I loved it. Went out front to try it out around the front yard and landscape stones trimming as you did with the trimmer oriented to the side and it lasted less than 15 minutes when the line just shot out all at once and wouldnt load again. I had to return it. I had 0.95 line as it called for. Maybe I just got a bad unit or an already returned unit but idk.I wish it would have worked.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Sorry to hear, it is one of my favorite trimmers now because it’s adjustable and the other features, did you end up getting anything to replace it ?

[@angrygaragemechanic]

This will be my next trimmer. I've got the oldest model and the bump feed doesn't work so I'll love this new model for sure 🤣

[@TechMadeEzy]

👍🏻

[@ForexJediMasters]

Your video was the first one I found that showed assembly perfect-all but the spacer. It does fit better when its installed correctly, doesn't it? 🤓 Its been a year since the video. How is it holding up? Good thing I ordered the strap before the trimmer. The trimmer is definitely well-built, solid and heavy 👍

[@TechMadeEzy]

Love it my favorite trimmer. My old ones are sitting in my garage. Line IQ works it does it sting I don’t have to worry and power load is another thing I love.

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

Your lawn is just so green. I wish mine looked half as good. Great video, I looked at that model last month but ended up with the multihead instead.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Multi head is a good value, Thank you Johnny. Do you treat and feed your lawn? Where do you live?

[@Johnny_Kanuk]

@@TechMadeEzy I'm up by Toronto and no I don't do that but after seeing your lawn I think I'm going to start.

[@TechMadeEzy]

I'm on the scotts program, so far it's helping. I'm an average guy and not an expert at lawn care but I've gone through alot with my lawn in 10 years. I had to use a lawn company to repair it because of the damage I did, just didn't have the knowledge. I know more now and lawn needs some treatment and if you have hot summers with too many days with no rain you'll have to water the lawn a little also. It takes time but it will get better little by little.

[@angrygaragemechanic]

@@TechMadeEzy treat and feed,what exactly are you talking about here? Our lawn is much better now after dethatching but still needs some work.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Blood, do you fertilize or do anything with your lawn?

[@baddad5781]

I greatly appreciate your video my friend and even though it was a year ago I'm seeing it for the first time so I wanted to say something. A year ago I bought one of these line IQ models and out of the box I loved it. When I went out front to trim around the yard it lasted about 10 minutes. The line just shot out one hole then it wouldn't load or advance no way shape or form. We called ego and were informed we needed to buy a new head and send it to them and they would repair it. Ha Ha This was a half hour after purchase. Perhaps I got a bad model or as you say new technology. Anyway we ended up returning it to lowes and I bought the bump head version and it works fine for now. I would like to purchase another line IQ model in maybe a year to see if they're better. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Not good sorry about this

[@gailjohnson6670]

Excellent review...New subscriber...Thank you for the video....Blessings to you..

[@TechMadeEzy]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@stephenrickstrew7237]

This trimmer has all the power of gas but none of the downsides.. I’m 6 foot tall and have it extended all the way and the fit/ balance is perfect … enjoyable weedeating ? And I thought it was impossible

[@alexandercosta1777]

I have the second one, the one in the middle, i like it a lot, really is nice having the self winding. Feature, i enjoy it so much, better than twisting the line in the head,

[@TechMadeEzy]

Definitely, power load is huge , good seeing you Alex

[@sbrodie08]

Just ordered mine today (ST1620t) I have the old version and not happy with the bumping and line always getting caught. Hope this line IQ holds up.

[@TechMadeEzy]

So far so good, it’s my main one now. Good luck

[@dm285]

I also gave away my Ego super heavy lead filled? multi head metal blade edger...and now just use the super wonderful lite weight Ego carbon filament auto feeding ...String Trimmer!...to do fast trimming or weed eating quickly and easily (wear eye protection).

[@adrianbaker5708]

Great video! Question: can you tell a difference in power between the different trimmers? I used a 1500 recently and was unimpressed with the power, especially when edging with it. I was considering purchasing the new model 1623, but I am concerned because it has less speed (max of 5500 vs 5800 in the old unit). Are there some other factors that somehow make the 1623 more powerful even though it has lower RPM?

[@peterburdick7408]

I love my trimmer. What a nice dog!

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thanks Peter

[@landscapingspecialist]

Also, you trim well 👌🏻 Definitely not something everyone can do well. And also yes your not trimming with a trimmer rather mowing with it. Do it daily. We call trimming out n degrees ° ie, flat trim or 90 mainly. Sometimes 45

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@JechtAruon]

Love your videos. Been on the fence to get battery powered lawn equipment. I hate gas weed eaters because I never can mix the gas right for some reason. So it never runs right amd trying to start 2 strokes are a pain. The two power settings is a nice feature for reg grass and if you need to clear field grass which it taller and thicker. The telescopic shaft will be a big plus as I’m a tall guy and hard to feel comfortable with a weed-eater. So I guess I’ll get the ego mower, weed-eater and the leaf blower. Worst is I don’t like it and take it back. But I feel I will like it and won’t have to drive out and fill gas cans. What comes down to is longevity of the battery and equipment. Btw love Brooklyn such a relaxed dog.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Glad we could help, I definitely really like this string trimmer and from time to time I use the backpack link to take the battery weight off my arm and onto my back. Appreciate the support 👍🏼

[@JechtAruon]

@@TechMadeEzy I just like you’re just direct and to the point and don’t drag out your video like so many KZbinrs do. You do real tests of what average people want to see. It has helped me answer a lot of questions I have had about battery powered equipment. Plus your voice is so calm none of the pop and flair that KZbinrs seems to think they need to do. I’ll let ya know what I think of my purchases when we move in to our home in July. Again thanks and give Brooklyn a pat for me.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@stevec.5010]

best review i have seen. feature for feature coverage, clearly stated, and this outstanding product's evolution.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@aymanziyadeh6366]

Can you use another tool with the new Line IQ trimmer carbon head. Is the trimmer piece removable where you can plug in the edger or cultivator for example.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Hi you would have to get the ego multi head system for that

[@aymanziyadeh6366]

@@TechMadeEzy Thanks for your reply. I enjoy your videos. If I get the multi head system, will that work with the trimmer Line IQ and all its features. Is there a way to have a multi head for the trimmer line IQ and all other attachments without losing any features.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Hey thanks so much 👍🏼 I don't think they make a line IQ attachment for the multi head.

[@aymanziyadeh6366]

@@TechMadeEzy So if I want to use a fiber carbon multihead, I would have to settle for a fiber carbon powerload trimmer attachment (The one that lacks the Line IQ feature)??? Is this correct?👌

[@TechMadeEzy]

Just grab this it's a steal (not multi head) has battery and charger and line IQ amzn.to/44v8tB3

[@510maddog]

Brooklyn is the spokesperson! 🤣 🤣

[@TechMadeEzy]

It's her channel 😜 🐕

[@KipBurbank1]

I used mine today. It is heavy. The string is just too short, I took off the guard and the string would go out about an inch longer but no more. Fully extended it’s still to short shafted. Battery lasted a long time. My biggest gripe, string line swath is too short and I don’t see a remedy to that

[@GarryBurgess]

It didn't take long before my auto-feed failed. I wish that I had bought a lower model. And I had to take it apart several times to reload line. When it works, it's nice, but when it doesn't is a major flaw.

[@timmygilbert1371]

This will be my second summer using this trimmer . I love the trimmer for the light an no vibration factor but i hate the line iq ! Mine does not work for crap . With or without the shield . I went round an around with ego last summer on can you just put a bump head on this trimmer ??? Basically no answer and as far ive found you cant . So , im stuck with a 300 buck trimmer that i have to keep pulling the head off to advance line . An yes ive tried cleaning , wd-40 bla bla bla . Its a shame because i do like the trimmer other than that .

[@TechMadeEzy]

Sorry to hear, I hope this doesn't happen to me.

[@rell660]

This right here is what I'm afraid of. Especially since I have to trim along 75ft of fencing that devours my line.

[@ut1004bp]

Though it comes with the twisted .95 string, I've heard that the auto feed works better with .95 plain string.. did you try the plain?

[@szargos]

You have a lot of trimmers there. Do you know if the heads on the non IQ will fit on the ST1620T/ST1623T? I understand the IQ functionality wouldn't work. Just wondering incase the IQ head were to break, or if I didn't like it, etc., and just wanted to use a different style head.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Yes, I review a lot of Ego products. Thanks for watching the video and I wish I had an answer for you, but I’ve never tried.

[@lawnrepublic]

Excellent review!

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thank you

[@Hoangsiuvlog]

I think you put the handle wrong way the little one in the middle thank you, i love this one

[@TechMadeEzy]

To be honest there really is no wrong way this unit is totally flexible to your style I've moved it in different ways a couple of times

[@joelbell9082]

Why don't you do a review on the roto scissors? Nobody even shows that as an option.I don't understand why For the multi head. But the product does exist. I've seen it.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thanks for the idea Joe

[@yannlathro256]

Do you always use the line trimmer provided by EGO or do you buy another brand? my guess is it should not matter as long as it is .095" PER ego'S indication

[@TechMadeEzy]

I've had multiple ego trimmers but definitely like this line IQ yes that size seems correct Yann

[@yannlathro256]

@@TechMadeEzy I was referring to the line itself. The orange line that comes with the Ego tool. I usually buy a different brand (cheaper than EGO)

[@TechMadeEzy]

Same here, I usually buy the line in bulk

[@NoZenith]

Thank you for this question and both of your input. It's been a question of mine for a while if it could use aftermarket line!

[@dobermanguy9437]

It's a good video and I think they're great machines but it would have been nice to know the runtime be between those three weed eaters what is the runtime on a full charge

[@TechMadeEzy]

That all depends on the battery size, best bet is to go to the ego website and see the manuals for each, they usually publish the runtime for each battery

[@angeljaimes3277]

I just buy this trimmer and I love it, I have the blower too the 650, and the trimmer came with a charger that it say power + and I’m wondering what that mean? I’m not sure what is that!

[@TechMadeEzy]

Power + is just the EGO line great tools

[@angeljaimes3277]

@@TechMadeEzy thank you for answering!

[@TechMadeEzy]

My pleasure thanks for watching

[@faizansiddiqui9261]

Thinking of height recommendation would it be a good fit for someone that is 5'8?

[@TechMadeEzy]

Yes I'm 6'1

[@_AwesomeRabbit10000-]

You know what is the best part about this trimmer? It only costed $220.

[@OnlyDayzfanz]

I've used this without the guard. Do we actually need it ?

[@TechMadeEzy]

Line IQ to my knowledge won’t work without it

[@OnlyDayzfanz]

@@TechMadeEzy word!

[@ut1004bp]

Hmm, I expected to hear how the Line IQ actually works, and what is the long term review of Line IQ tech (esp since you cant manually adjust)

[@theswagateer2806]

I wonder if the this head tool is available only and can be placed on the ego multi head system.

[@TechMadeEzy]

Latest tools from ego egopowerplus.com/multi-head/

[@dennisdelorme]

No the Line IQ has the motor in the head. The Multi tool has the motor back by the battery and it’s connected and driven by a gear to the head otherwise you couldn’t change the different attachments. Don’t think it will ever be possible for them to make a Line IQ head that’s shaft driven as I think the motor in the head is what feeds out the line as it gets shorter.

[@noisecraftstudio5817]

I'm having trouble with the line IQ not feeding new line properly! Basically it's not feeding me new line, the line gets down to a couple of inches sometimes before it releases more and only when I spin it up to highspeed! Has anybody come accross this problem and solved it?

[@TechMadeEzy]

No haven’t seen this issue, I’d contact EGO support and see what they say

[@ut1004bp]

Though it comes with the twisted .95 string, I've heard that the auto feed works better with .95 plain string.. did you try the plain?

[@patrickm1013]

Just purchased this didn’t come with the screw to assemble the shaft. So I called they told me to box it back up and send it back then I can get a credit and buy a new one . I asked to speak to a supervisor she said they would call me back I’ve been waiting for that call for 4 days now .

[@TechMadeEzy]

On Amazon?

[@patrickm1013]

@@TechMadeEzy yep but it ego giving me all the problems over a screw and still hasn’t called me back

[@TechMadeEzy]

Call Amazon and they will exchange it or chat with them on thr app

[@ajgreen868]

My Greenworks also has the clip to hang it up. 👍🏼

[@AMG-BENZ-1]

Greenworks 🤣

[@ajgreen868]

You must be like, what 4 years old?

[@cahg3871]

My only problem with Ego line trimmers is the head turns clock wise.The head should turn counter clock wise-it’s safer,you don’t end up with stones shooting towards your face or grass all over your pants and foot wear.I would also recommend anyone thinking of purchasing one to pay the extra money and get the version that is attachment capable.If you have high bushes,you can buy the hedge trimmer attachment and take care of those hard to reach areas.

[@annfraley-mylife]

My husband has been having great results with this model (ST1620T) except that today, he is having to reload the line and it is not winding in the string when he pushes the power load button. None of the trouble shooting videos address this model and it doesn't come apart the same way. Anyone else having trouble?

[@gjoep]

Have you tried the line iq without the guard?

[@gjoep]

😕 just got my hands on one without guard for $100

[@TechMadeEzy]

You can buy the guard I believe on ego website

[@TH-vw4qn]

@@TechMadeEzy In what way did it failed? I'm using it without a guard and didn't notice any differences beside seeing the line better which helps when I'm edging.

[@TechMadeEzy]

String was way too long as it advanced and wasn’t able to get cut since the guard was missing

[@gjoep]

…..personally worked quite nice on my side. Thanks for everything 👌👋

[@trevorbroadbent1604]

The handle bottom piece was put on the wrong way, the concave part to the shaft

[@TechMadeEzy]

Agree, still worked fine but I did turn that around . Thanks Trevor 👍🏼

[@MaxPower-zp7wy]

Fancy features but also very expensive. Why would I pay £330 - £409 when I can pay £230 for a Ryobi with a harness, bike style handlebars and includes string and steel cutting disc for the money.

[@suevanthiel8542]

doggy looked tired and laid down

[@TechMadeEzy]

She’s in heaven now 😔

[@claudellsview]

I think the spacer is on wrong 6:18

[@TechMadeEzy]

Yup we made that mistake. It didn’t affect the performance though.

[@Jakepp235]

Nice

[@TechMadeEzy]

Thanks

[@LarryCook1960]

Your video is sponsored eh? Well, the IQ automatic line feed really doesn't work very well. It waits until only 3 - 3.5 inches of line remains sticking out of each side, and then feeds out too much line which results in several 2" chunks of line in the yard. I don't mind the chunks of line, but trimming with only 3.5 inches of line is annoying, and it wastes quite a lot of line when it eventually feeds. I called their customer support (India I believe) and was told I cannot replace the IQ head with a regular bump feed head, which is most likely BS. There is no email address for EGO, so I guess I'll go back to the dealer and bother them. I found another video where a guy did indeed replace the IQ head with a bump feed head, but he doesn't mention the replacement head and has comments turned off.

[@landscapingspecialist]

If I were a Stihl sales rep I’d send you all the 36v handhelds for the comparison. It’s day and night. But your ego may save you money, idk.

[@shanefox6016]

Best trimmer is black and decker 40V. Half the weight, ergonomically better and plenty of power and long battery life!

[@AntLive29]

You have a good amount of Poa Annua

[@TechMadeEzy]

It doesn't always work that way but I'm glad that we do let's see what happens this year

[@landscapingspecialist]

After using stihl 36v and even Milwaukee at 18v, im convinced there is absolutely no need for a 56v line trimmer, Edit: if you need more power, you probably need to use gasoline.

[@JimzAuto]

Note the 18V and 36V units use higher rated a/h batteries. Ego’s benefit is this 4.0 battery BY ITSELF can power a mower.

[@Cannibal440]

Don't get hung up on voltage. It means little to nothing in terms of power. Higher voltage just means it uses less amps. They all us similar watts.

[@JimzAuto]

@@Cannibal440 you are WRONG. Higher current requires larger wiring. Heat loss is proportional to current flow. A/C and DC power are transmitted at high-voltage in order to minimize power loss and reduce transmission wire-size requirements. The only significant downside to higher voltage is possible danger to anyone coming into contact with the voltage.

[@timbrimm4397]

There is no warranty on this product do not buy

[@TechMadeEzy]

Ego does warranty their products