Ryobi 40V battery string trimmer review

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[@macrominutes]

I upgraded my line to the Spiral Line (5-Pack) (red string .95) from Ryobi and holy moly it makes a big difference. I've used the same line now... for a few months and have cut heavy vines without an issue. Highly recommend if you're looking for a low maintenance string trimmer.

[@quoctrung6106]

For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. kzbin.infoUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG I didn't like the fact that they just kept cutting the edge of the lawn further and further from the rock lining the flower beds and leaving bare ground. And the grass was trimmed or scalped several feet around trees, etc. It was a constant battle with them so I told them to just mow and no trimming. I have Zoysia grass so it grows pretty slow. Obviously after a while it could use some trimming. I'm in my 80's so I can't do much of it myself.Finally I decided that if I could find a lightweight battery powered trimmer I might be able to do some light trimming. I decided to buy the LST201 20V trimmer. And it works great for my needs. I have back yard with about 150' of flower beds and several trees to be trimmed. I can lightly trim the whole yard with a single charge! The grass I trimmed was only a few inches high but the trimmer was more powerful than I expected.

[@ski874]

I have had this for 2yrs. It rocks! I have a quarter of an acre yard. I have the replacement 6ah battery never has ran out of juice in one use. 👍

[@J_P_B]

I did the same thing! It really is a beast!!

[@darreljohnston4803]

Love it so much I bought another one. And there are tons of other Ryobi tools that use the same battery

[@dennisburke4509]

I use the 18V 4 amp and it does a great job for my yard. I worked for a lawn service when I was younger and they had all the gas power equipment. I don’t miss the gas power at all.

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

We don't care. This is about the 40V version. No comparison.

[@MegaCocobaby]

@@OMGWTFLOLSMH 👍👍

[@LaughingblueSu]

I agree. I have an acre mostly grass. I have maintained it with just the 18v for two years. But I am going to move up to a bigger Wacker.

[@RebelTvShka]

​@@OMGWTFLOLSMH it's absolutely a worthy and related comparison for those trying to decide between the two.

[@bradyevans9114]

I have the same one....LOVE IT!!! I got sick and tired of pulling gas powered weed eaters and switched best decision I have ever made.

[@seansmidwestlawn8991]

On my second year with the same trimmer. Love it. The stick edger attachment is awesome, especially once you put a decent blade on.

[@skippylippy547]

Sean, what blade do you use and where do you get it please?

[@seansmidwestlawn8991]

Skippy, any standard edger blade will fit. I got some on Amazon.

[@skippylippy547]

@@seansmidwestlawn8991 Ok thanks Sean, much appreciated! ^5 Happy 4rth. :)

[@shazadmohammed415]

Thanks for this. I picked this model up on the weekend, its still in the trunk. Toronto, Canada

[@Flamadiddle2]

picked up the latest version "RYOBI 40V HP CARBON FIBER TRIMMER". No beep and fairly quiet. Using the included plastic wing cutters it destroyed an encroaching prairie with ease. Very impressed.

[@tubeshawn28]

I bought one exactly like that for my launching small lawn business. I like it very much. It does beep, beep? I m profoundly deaf 🧏🏿‍♂️. Perfect 👌 for me. lol.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

I've had mine for about five years now and it is still going strong. I have the edger, trimmer, blower and even the chain saw head (with extension). It's great to just be able to pick it up, put on the attachment you need and just pull the trigger instead of having to go through 6 or more steps to start the thing. And it has plenty of power. I've never had a task it couldn't complete. A tip is to try to find these online refurbished or remanufactured. They are way cheaper and usually still have the same warranty.

[@yourmom7627]

"It squeaks when u bang it" oh my gosh that was a good one I love the office

[@brentjohnson6654]

New subscriber here. I am a long time Ryobi owner. I have both the 40v trimmer and 21” push mower. My string trimmer auto advances (no bump feed). I need to replace the string trimmer and since I have a whole lot of Ryobi tools and am invested in the Ryobi batteries and chargers, I am looking to replace my old Ryobi trimmer with a new one. I like that there are 2 lines on the one you tested. My string trimmer only has one line. Also it chewed up batteries, so I would go through a 4ah just trimming in one setting. As an aside, I keep a 9ah on my trimmer and it lasts a good while now. I can’t fit the 9ah in the push mower - doh! I do use the Ryobi mowers for trimming my Texas country lawn and a 54” zero turn Bad Boy mower for the bulk of the mowing. So all that to saw, thanks for your video. All the best!

[@scottnolan]

Thank you, Grass Daddy, for this review. Just bought mine online and now can't wait to use it.

[@debramartin9396]

Just bought the trimmer blower combo kit 450 at home depot. I tried out the trimmer and wow it's powerful enough for what I need.

[@dansouza6284]

Just got mine for Father's day, and I love it. I wonder if the echo speed feed heads would fit on it.

[@Al-ok1lj]

I have the same one for over a year now. I agree that it won’t be as powerful as gas. But I paired mine with the echo Black Diamond trimmer line (.095) and it cuts through the thicker weeds much easier than the green crap line that Ryobi provides. I don’t miss my shindaiwa gas trimmer at all.

[@diegoarredondo0304]

Good review, I return my and I changed for the ego. Little more money but it's worth it. I really enjoy your videos. Gracias

[@BermudaBrian]

I've got the Ryobi string trimmer and edger,, turbo blower, and hedge trimmer and love them. I bought a 2nd battery. Only problem I have is in the Fall when leaves fall and I run out of juice. Good review

[@ducnguyen-iv9px]

I don’t know if you can say it’s the best. All I know that I am happy with this trimmer and the blower.

[@graceortiz9494]

Ryobi is the trimmer I use. I have the 40v that the head pivots and can be used as an edger with a wheel attached. I'm small and don't have much upper body strength to do the edging holding the edger upright. Mine does have the little squeak like that one when you start it. Thank for this review.

[@Tynnyri5l]

lol that's some dedication, gotta be the best lawn I've seen

[@nerfatron]

That noise on startup, is the esc (electric speed controller) I believe, hobby grade RC cars make that same noise, it's just the way it functions

[@strebis6]

I just bought this at Home Depot over Milwaukee because of the good comments here. 40 V battery is a plus and adding attachments is something I may use later. Mine beeps also.

[@Akeldama9]

Interesting, just bought one from there too but mine doesn't make that noise. Weird.

[@jameswascool1626]

Got one today and it's my new best friend

[@keystonedaytrip238]

I have the 40v brushless . No beeping 🤔 it rips for sure . Dual line bump feed . It’s a pleasure to use . Will never return to gas powered

[@davidlewis624]

The beep sound was from an ESC change during the shortage of components. It was a cheaper ESC that used a much looser timing to start the ESC motor sin e tbrg wern sensorless for a while.

[@mesoed]

Thanks for doing this review. I have a very old 40v Ryobi that I absolutely love. Motor is in the head, so no interchangeable parts (and it's much quieter). I wonder if something is malfunctioning for it to be that loud, but who knows. I've been contemplating replacing it with another that takes the same 40v battery, but... Not sure now.

[@Keith-ym3lm]

check out the brushless 40v

[@WZheem]

I just got one and first time using it it started smoking and now doesn’t work makes the sound of it going but doesn’t actually wack

[@MayweatherjrWONandsoTrump]

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[@ElChivaHermano22]

i have the gas one it sounds the same it’s actually fairly quiet for a gas trimmer.

[@modelpoetry8874]

This is such a helpful review. Precisely hit all the concern points. Thank you.

[@Colbyshaw42]

You got a like and a follow from me for the Office “that’s what she said” reference. Lol

[@ogmerman776]

I just ordered mine tonight for pick up tomorrow 😅. Really dig the sport trac too man 🫡

[@JorgeHernandez-ib1px]

Great video! You should find heavier grassy area to see how it does, just curious. Thanks!

[@walkerpantera]

dude, im sittin here with a spliff tryin to decide if this is my next trimmer and I laughed so hard @4:24, it made me subscribe.

[@RVALawnLove]

I got the same one a month ago. I love it. I don’t think mine beeps though

[@biggalljzionkemp9719]

I recently got the trimmer without the battery from a yard sale. Going to Lowes or Home DEPOT to get the battery today or tomorrow. I’ll Let you know how it goes . Ty bruh for the review

[@robrabachuk750]

I pick up mine up today at Direct Tools, refurbished $119. Mine does not beep. You did not show how you can spin the trimmer head shaft 90 degrees to do the edges. Great Chanel.

[@therailbird8220]

I’m on year 2 with this trimmer and edger attachment. My edges are tight and I’ve never been bothered by the beep or loudness. Stop whining, it works and spins the right way.

[@Akeldama9]

Also just bought the same one, it doesn't make that buzzer noise on start up either, so Ryobi might have gotten rid of it. Works great btw! Edit: Wait maybe the 'brushless' one doesn't make the noise?

[@LawnNOrder]

I like my 2 cycle Ryobi with quick attachments. The Toro 60V is nice too, not made for tall people. Plus I can hit the Toro hard. 💪🔥

[@jamzach4]

Great review Justin. I think that beeping and high pitch would make me insane. Sticking with my Redmax.

[@junesondrab3833]

I had a Black and Decker trimmer cordless and it lasted 10 years. I loved it. It finally broke. So I bought this Ryobi. And I'd give it a C+. The line gets short real quick. And bumping it doesn't work. I have to stop. Flip it over and manually bump it. Its a PITA! My B and D was 50$ and never an issue. Just put the new spool in and go. I tried finding a cordless Black and Decker and no one has it in stock. I'm so frustrated with this Ryobi. I'll try restringing it again. It did work fresh out the box so maybe its how I restrung it. I dont know.

[@felixmadera3618]

You mentioned some heat from motor which caused some redness on arm.. use a long sleeve shirt next time. Thanks for the review.

[@PedroGarcia1961]

Hello young man! It's very important for you to wear safety goggles when trimming, very important. Ear plugs for something this noisy can also help keep you safe. Thank you!

[@bobbystewart2605]

If I’m not mistaken, tht ringing at 1:51 was actually normal. It’s the brushed motor turning on. All my brushed stuff does it.

[@bobbystewart2605]

Also, does anyone know why these gear boxes on the ryobi stuff and similar looking gearboxes have tht annoying a** whine. All them do it, is it bc it may need grease?

[@jschmitz5997]

Have the same one with no beeping

[@TheChristian1288]

I just got this one today and used it for the first time! Works great but mine doesn’t beep like that though 🤔

[@Akeldama9]

Same, mine doesn't either!

[@miguelcornejo3421]

Same lol

[@stephenfiore9960]

Your blessed. Sounds irritating, to you and neighbors

[@johnkimball5872]

I have the trimmer blower combo. I bought a spare battery so I can do bigger jobs

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

Never heard "it spins counterclockwise" as a reason to buy a trimmer before.

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

👍

[@roadrunner694]

If it spins the wrong direction for you, just start working from the opposite end, foe example if it is throwing grass Against a fence,start from the other end,no big deal.

[@derrick211000]

ROFL machete. Thank you for the video had a 20v wasnt getting the job done looking for what next step i could take.

[@dannysworld582]

I love my Ryobi trimmer!

[@jml188]

Thank you for your review. Helped me make my decision. I will be buying gas powered was curious about battery powered.

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

You shouldn’t ditch the idea of battery based off of this review. The new Ryobi 40v carbon fiber trimmer is fantastic and the ego is awesome

[@Lawnvolution]

Good review Justin! Turf looks awesome boyeee!😎😎

[@JimmyLewisMows]

I see you've stepped up your knife game...

[@Mityob67]

Lol stepped up indeed

[@nuclearknight8543]

The reason why the motor sounds like that when it starts up it’s because it’s the servo motor

[@JT-sl3ui]

Ryobi is absolutely unmatched in the electric motor lawn equipment market. The best

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

You sure about that?

[@JT-sl3ui]

@@TheLawnWhisperer yes. My experience my opinion,, absolutely 👍🏻 yes

[@usoafreight2696]

I just got mine today, the beeping is over exaggerated. It’s literally soft and you don’t hear it a second after start up. Gotta remember it’s got power to build and needs capacity to transfer battery power to torque through the components. It’s not THAT crucial lol me not that loud either lol. Also it’s a tight spring but does not squeeze when you bang it and is not as windy. I think you got a bunky one from Home Depot. I did today too when it came in and exchanged for another at the store. This sucker is a cheap beast mode for this hood lawn of hard grass of mine. The attachment fixes the problem. I have a speed load on mine. It’s not the whisper series, it’s not THAT loud.

[@alec5545]

love battery tech for my yard, only thing missing is a ego/ryobi level battery reel mower

[@BackyardMaine]

Its variable speed which is why you hear that noise.

[@joni22262]

You state 30 v just an FYI not a Crossman great review. Love love my Ryobi I changed everything to the 40v. My comments are for the 40v. They are all solidly made and sturdy. Trade my 21 “ single blade to the multi and it is 200% then the single blade mower (which we loved/quiet enough to use after dark .Solid sturdy battery lasts a long time and you CANT find better in build use or conscience…..love love love it. The noose isn’t as loud as any of my other trimmers. The edger is the greatest and takes care of the Job fast. The trimmer has Torque Power. We also have the edger and it’s the best. I’m going from a four wheel crafts man brig (motor) gas trimmer. It’s is SOLID. It’s heavy because it’s not cheaply

[@joni22262]

Have you used the plastic saw piece and pumper yet? We had over grown out of control orientalist/weed grass that bed our battery trimmer and the smaller ryobi would touch it. 4 min and grass is gone.

[@armyxrays1978]

Got mine today, it does not beep like that.

[@markpeterson8769]

I thought I had put the guard on backwards. But it DOES turn CCW. Therefore it shots gravel and grass directly at my Shins. not a good thing at all. I then thought this might be for a left handed person standing on the other side of the handle..... Maybe a switch to turn it CW or CCW. Haven't found that yet. Think I might be stuck with getting all the stuff flying t my shins.

[@richhubert1260]

Great channel! Been enjoying what you been uploading.

[@modemfox]

That tone when you pull the trigger is the motor, not a buzzer. All brushless motors of high power make that noise.

[@nickkvlogzz3624]

Love the video I just bought one myself and I love it it is a bit loud tho but does the job

[@patrickcurran7221]

Nothing is better than the milwaukee trimmer

[@richarda3764]

That's the nickname we have for your Mom. Ha.

[@mariorowland8342]

Love your lawn , nice bro

[@drchang]

you should wear eye protection when trimming. it's not worth your eyes to risk it all.

[@richarda3764]

Agreed. At least some sunglasses or something.

[@pimpontheline]

*laughs in brail* if your half blind you always got your PPE on, so said my range officer and I trust him.

[@duMaurier15]

it's easier to see without eye protection..

[@Dsaubt]

I know a family friend who lost an eye to a weed wacker

[@nikkonikko8684]

Dad told me that as a kid... when i was 16 i couldn't find the goggles and decided id be fine. Hit my eye lid..

[@SSwooty]

What is the pointy part on the guard for? It seems like the string would just constantly hit that??

[@kmb655]

Thanks!

[@ern153]

Need your help. Live in south Texas Weres it HOT. I had Bermuda grass when I moved in, since my 2 front oaks have grown and are shady, no shade at all In the back yard. I have no grass mainly weeds. Looking for recommendations on grass for my front and back yard. Would I need to till my yard and soil it before putting down be grass? Also what type of grass you got

[@stans5270]

LOL 4:25 "It squeaks when you bang it." You must be doing somethnig right.

[@MJGoat4223]

Stan S That’s what she said!

[@robdoesithimself2387]

I love my ego tools. Cool that one has attachments. Wish it used the same ryobi one battery.

[@Shortcuts2185]

I have this trimmer and it is really heavy. What I do like about it is that you can loosen the knob press the button in and turn the head around and trim the edges that way. Makes it much easier than turning the whole trimmer upside down. And yes, it is very loud. Many times I will use my old Black and Decker 40v since it is quiet and a lot lighter.

[@MrJeep75]

I just bought a 15in 40v one it doesn't make beeping noises and wining noises

[@bobcooper4414]

I just bought one yesterday and trimmed around my property and my trimmer doesn'tmake that noise or even get a little warm.

[@vincec5120]

have you noticed that you go through string quickly when coming in contact with the sidewalk?

[@whitehat55]

A little late, but that sound is basically electricity being pulsed into the motor from the ESC at an audible tone. The ESC (electronic speed control) uses PWM (pulse width modulation) to vary the speed of the motor.

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

Why don’t my other battery powered pieces of equipment make a similar noise? They seem to just fire up and go without the noise

[@whitehat55]

@@TheLawnWhisperer I believe this has to do with an array of factors. For example, how and when the ESC delivers power to the motor in relation to the application of throttle, the harmonics of the motor, the resistance of the drive train to overcome friction and initiate motion, etc... I think it just depends a lot on how each piece of equipment is engineered. I can give you an example of how this is a known phenomenon if you are familiar with drones or other electric RC craft. When you power up many of these systems the brief initialization or arming tone/tones you hear are made in the same way. There is no actual "audio speaker."

[@whitehat55]

Also, I'm sure you must have a battery or corded drill/Sawzall, something like that. Slightly pull the trigger enough to deliver power without initializing any motion. You'll likely hear a similar tone.

[@Gettingthebasicsdone]

Nice and clean edges

[@pluto1jack]

Where do you dump your grass clippings? I see you have a truckload full.

[@tominftlthomasp3559]

I have the Toro brushless 40v trimmer. (Duel line) very hard to wind the line. Any KZbin videos on this particular trimmer and how to wind the spool?

[@travistidwell6734]

I use these to edge and weed eat I use different manufacturers heads from older gas power equipment for lawncare business with 6ah batteries good all day for regular maintenance gas only used for mowers and for bad overgrowth

[@victortey]

Hello, you didn't explain why the spin direction was important?

[@BGDTX]

Depends on your property or direction you walk with the trimmer, the direction the head spins will either discharge grass towards you or away from you.

[@KeithJamesDesigns]

Does it use a proprietary head or can a Speed Feed 400 be used?

[@thatsmyrc]

Will this let you use the ryobi 4 stroke s430 quick attachments?

[@holtbirchard69420]

At least it kind of sounds like turbo blow off when it’s turning off

[@jaydee3046]

I notice there is a small rototiller attachment. Seems it would have control issues ?

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

I have no experience with it, sorry

[@trishp1993]

What is the advantage of it running counter clockwise?

[@JimmyLewisMows]

It squeaks when you squeeze it

[@erwinrogers9470]

Great information

[@jedmorales]

Would you consider doing a review of this for the Ryobi 40-V Lithium-Ion "Brushless" Electric trimmer. The battery and motor configuration are much different than in this video. The heat venting is toward the bottom away from where you had your arm resting and the battery sits at the rear of the unit rather than below the motor. I've had mine for about 3 years now and haven't really notice any dip in performance, but would be great to see a review with it cutting through heavier brush and what you think. And thanks for the great review!

[@rhondaspinks1294]

I just bought this female of course do I need to take the 2 pieces tape off green line b 4 use

[@Legendary_UA]

Let's get it on! Now, let's review an EGO.

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

😏

[@j.harris1903]

EGO for me all day!

[@CGatta71]

Ego is way better

[@roadstar499]

same trigger as a glock safety... sweet.... how many standard yards do you think you could trim before you need a charge? how long does it take to recharge? thanks

[@orthodoc22]

Nice Michael Scott reference. Enjoy your channel. Keep it up! (that’s what she said).

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

Looking to buy a cordless weed eater, have you bought any other brands since? What what you buy?

[@lcbcreation8205]

Thanks helped me decide to stick with gas. Their almost there but not yet

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

Have you checked out ego?

[@lcbcreation8205]

@@TheLawnWhisperer No? Is it eletric?

[@TheLawnWhisperer]

@@lcbcreation8205 yes. Worth checking out. They’re solid

[@lcbcreation8205]

@@TheLawnWhisperer Thanks alot. Ill definitely check it out!

[@alaskanbiker1]

Did you try the blades on that longer grass?

[@tcumming123]

I know this comment is years after you made the video. But just in case people are wondering that noise that it makes when it starts up is the same noise that you hear when a modern electric car starts moving.