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The 10 Best Corded String Trimmers

Plug-in electric string trimmers and trimmer-edgers for lawns and weeds, ranked from live Amazon data.

Ranked by ToolboxTop10 from Amazon data captured Nov 9, 2026. How we rank

A corded string trimmer never needs a charge or a gas mix, and it costs less than a battery model of the same size. We ranked 10 best-sellers from BLACK+DECKER, WORX, CRAFTSMAN, Sun Joe and WEN on rating, review volume and features (a 5-amp or bigger motor, a 14-inch or wider swath, automatic or push-button line feed and an edger mode). All of them need an outdoor extension cord, sold separately. For battery trimmers, see our cordless string trimmer page.

Looking for cordless instead? See the 10 best cordless string trimmers →

Best Overall BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Edger with Auto Feed, 6.5 Amp (BESTA510)
BLACK+DECKER
BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Edger with Auto Feed, 6.5 Amp (BESTA510)
4.4 (16,327)
$52
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Best Budget BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer, 4 Amp (BEST935)
BLACK+DECKER
BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer, 4 Amp (BEST935)
4.3 (745)
$39
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Money No Object BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Corded String Trimmer, Edger and Mower Combo, 12-Inch, 6.5 Amp (BESTA512CM)
BLACK+DECKER
BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Corded String Trimmer, Edger and Mower Combo, 12-Inch, 6.5 Amp (BESTA512CM)
4.1 (9,756)
$89
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Which one is for you?

Where the deals are

The tools ranked here come from BLACK+DECKER, WORX, CRAFTSMAN, Sun Joe, and WEN. Prices on these brands move week to week on Amazon, and the deepest cuts usually land around Prime Day and Black Friday. Every price button on this page opens the live listing, so you always see today's number, not the one we captured on 2026-11-09. If your pick is over budget right now, check back in a few days — BLACK+DECKER and WORX rotate through sales and bundle deals often.

Side-by-side comparison

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#ToolPriceRatingReviewsSwathMotorAuto/easy feedEdger modeScore
1BLACK+DECKER BESTA510$524.416,32714 in6.5 AYesYes95
2BLACK+DECKER BESTA512CM$894.19,75612 in6.5 AYesYes85
3BLACK+DECKER ST8600$594.45,12613 in5 AYesYes85
4BLACK+DECKER BESTE620$594.21,18014 in6.5 AYesYes83
5WORX WG119$48.994.098815 in5.5 AYesYes81
6CRAFTSMAN CMEST913$79.994.051914 in6.5 AYesYes79
7Sun Joe TRJ13STE$44.984.02,13613 in4 AYesYes73
8BLACK+DECKER ST4500$54.484.41,27712 in3.5 ANoYes69
9BLACK+DECKER BEST935$394.374513 in4 AYesNo68
10WEN ET1003$28.993.911310 in3 AYesNo57
✕DEKOPRO DKPGGTB025C1-K1UL-GGAZ$69.993.1392.2 A and 9 in for $69.99AVOID

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The full ranking

#1
BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Edger with Auto Feed, 6.5 Amp (BESTA510)
Best Overall
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Edger with Auto Feed, 6.5 Amp (BESTA510)

4.4 16,327 reviews
Score 95/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score88/100 → 40 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score100/100 → 35 pts
  • Features 20% of score100/100 → 20 pts

Has every feature we score: auto feed, edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 95/100. How the score works

$52
Lowest price in our 3 checks since Oct 26, 2026
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1K+/mo

The best seller and the most-reviewed corded trimmer on Amazon, with 16,327 reviews at 4.4 stars. A 6.5-amp motor, a 14-inch swath, automatic line feed and a wheeled edge guide cost $52.99.

Best for: Most yards within reach of an outlet that need trimming and edging.

Skip it if: You need to work far from an outlet; a battery trimmer suits that better.

Cutting swath
14 in
Motor
6.5 A
Line feed
Automatic feed spool
Weight
6.3 lb
Extras
Rotates to a wheeled edger

Pros

  • 16,327 reviews at 4.4 stars; 1,000+ sold last month
  • 6.5-amp motor and 14-inch swath
  • Automatic line feed, no bumping
  • Rotates into a wheeled edger

Cons

  • 6.3 lb, heavier than the 4 lb compact models
  • Extension cord not included
#2
BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Corded String Trimmer, Edger and Mower Combo, 12-Inch, 6.5 Amp (BESTA512CM)
Money No Object
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Corded String Trimmer, Edger and Mower Combo, 12-Inch, 6.5 Amp (BESTA512CM)

4.1 9,756 reviews
Score 85/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score82/100 → 37 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score95/100 → 33 pts
  • Features 20% of score75/100 → 15 pts

Has: auto feed, edger, strong motor. Missing: wide swath.

Total: 85/100. How the score works

$89
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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300+/mo

A 6.5-amp trimmer that clips into a 12-inch mower deck, so one tool trims, edges and mows a very small lawn. It has 9,756 reviews at 4.1 stars and costs $89.00.

Best for: Small lawns, patios and townhouse yards where a full mower is overkill.

Skip it if: Your lawn needs a real mower; a 12-inch deck is slow on anything bigger than a small patch.

Cutting swath
12 in
Motor
6.5 A
Line feed
Automatic feed spool
Weight
9.9 lb with deck
Extras
Detachable mower deck; edger

Pros

  • Trims, edges and mows
  • 9,756 reviews; 400+ sold last month
  • Automatic line feed
  • 6.5-amp motor

Cons

  • 12-inch cut is narrow for mowing
  • 9.9 lb with the deck attached
#3
BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 5 Amp (ST8600)
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 5 Amp (ST8600)

4.4 5,126 reviews
Score 85/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score88/100 → 39 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score88/100 → 31 pts
  • Features 20% of score75/100 → 15 pts

Has: auto feed, edger, strong motor. Missing: wide swath.

Total: 85/100. How the score works

$59
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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50+/mo

A 5-amp trimmer-edger with 5,126 reviews at 4.4 stars, the same rating as the BESTA510. It is about a pound lighter but has a smaller motor and a 13-inch swath, and at $59.00 it costs $6 more.

Best for: Buyers who want a lighter BLACK+DECKER trimmer-edger.

Skip it if: You want the most power for the money; the BESTA510 is cheaper with a bigger motor.

Cutting swath
13 in
Motor
5 A
Line feed
Automatic feed spool
Weight
5.4 lb
Extras
Rotates to a wheeled edger

Pros

  • 5,126 reviews at 4.4 stars
  • Automatic line feed
  • Converts to a wheeled edger
  • 5.4 lb

Cons

  • 5 amps vs 6.5 on the BESTA510
  • Costs more than the BESTA510
#4
BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch Corded String Trimmer with EASYFEED, 6.5 Amp (BESTE620)
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 14-Inch Corded String Trimmer with EASYFEED, 6.5 Amp (BESTE620)

4.2 1,180 reviews
Score 83/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score84/100 → 38 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score73/100 → 25 pts
  • Features 20% of score100/100 → 20 pts

Has every feature we score: auto feed, edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 83/100. How the score works

$59
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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100+/mo

The push-button version of the BESTA510: the same 6.5-amp motor and 14-inch swath, but you press a button to advance line instead of relying on an automatic spool. It is a pound lighter at 5.3 lb and costs $59.00.

Best for: People who want to control when line feeds out.

Skip it if: You'd rather never think about line; the BESTA510 feeds itself for less money.

Cutting swath
14 in
Motor
6.5 A
Line feed
Push-button EASYFEED
Weight
5.3 lb
Extras
Rotates to a wheeled edger

Pros

  • 6.5-amp motor, 14-inch swath
  • 5.3 lb
  • Push-button line feed
  • Converts to a wheeled edger

Cons

  • $6 more than the BESTA510
  • 4.2 stars on 1,180 reviews
#5
WORX 15-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Lawn Edger, 5.5 Amp (WG119)
WORX

WORX 15-Inch 2-in-1 Corded String Trimmer and Lawn Edger, 5.5 Amp (WG119)

4.0 988 reviews
Score 81/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score80/100 → 36 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score71/100 → 25 pts
  • Features 20% of score100/100 → 20 pts

Has every feature we score: auto feed, edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 81/100. How the score works

$48.99
Lowest price in our 3 checks since Oct 26, 2026
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The widest swath here at 15 inches, with dual-line auto feed, a head that pivots 90 degrees for slopes and a telescoping shaft. It costs $48.99 and rates 4.0 stars on 988 reviews.

Best for: Larger yards and slopes where a wide cut saves passes.

Skip it if: You want the strongest reviews; it sits at 4.0 stars.

Cutting swath
15 in
Motor
5.5 A
Line feed
Dual-line auto feed
Weight
6 lb
Extras
90° pivoting head, telescoping shaft, flower guard

Pros

  • 15-inch swath, the widest here
  • Dual-line auto feed
  • Pivoting head and telescoping shaft
  • Flower guard

Cons

  • 4.0 stars
  • 6 lb
#6
CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER 14-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 6.5 Amp (CMEST913)
CRAFTSMAN

CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER 14-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 6.5 Amp (CMEST913)

4.0 519 reviews
Score 79/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score80/100 → 36 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score65/100 → 23 pts
  • Features 20% of score100/100 → 20 pts

Has every feature we score: auto feed, edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 79/100. How the score works

$79.99
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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50+/mo

CRAFTSMAN's 6.5-amp, 14-inch trimmer with push-button feed, an edging mode and an adjustable-length pole. At $79.99 it costs $27 more than the BESTA510, which has the same motor rating and swath.

Best for: CRAFTSMAN owners and taller users who want an adjustable pole.

Skip it if: You want value; the BESTA510 matches its motor and swath for $52.99.

Cutting swath
14 in
Motor
6.5 A
Line feed
Push-button feed, .065 in line
Weight
5.7 lb
Extras
Adjustable-length pole, edging, VERSATRACK hook

Pros

  • 6.5-amp motor, 14-inch swath
  • Adjustable-length pole
  • Push-button feed
  • Hangs on VERSATRACK

Cons

  • $79.99
  • 4.0 stars on 519 reviews
#7
Sun Joe 13-Inch Corded Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger with Telescoping Pole, 4 Amp (TRJ13STE)
Sun Joe

Sun Joe 13-Inch Corded Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger with Telescoping Pole, 4 Amp (TRJ13STE)

4.0 2,136 reviews
Score 73/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score80/100 → 36 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score79/100 → 28 pts
  • Features 20% of score45/100 → 9 pts

Has: auto feed, edger. Missing: strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 73/100. How the score works

$44.98
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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A 4-amp trimmer-edger with a pole that telescopes from 41 to 50 inches, a flower guard and a head that rotates in 15-degree steps for edging. It has 2,136 reviews at 4.0 stars.

Best for: Tall users and gardens with beds to protect.

Skip it if: You cut thick weeds; 4 amps is light duty.

Cutting swath
13 in
Motor
4 A
Line feed
Automatic feed
Weight
5 lb
Extras
Telescoping pole 41-50 in, flower guard, 0-45° head

Pros

  • Telescoping pole, 41-50 in
  • Flower guard
  • Rotates for edging
  • 2,136 reviews

Cons

  • 4-amp motor
  • Listing sold by a third-party store (Spreetail)
#8
BLACK+DECKER 12-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 3.5 Amp (ST4500)
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 12-Inch Corded String Trimmer/Edger, 3.5 Amp (ST4500)

4.4 1,277 reviews
Score 69/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score88/100 → 39 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score74/100 → 26 pts
  • Features 20% of score20/100 → 4 pts

Has: edger. Missing: auto feed, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 69/100. How the score works

$54.48
Lowest in our checks: $54.20 on Oct 26, 2026
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A light 4 lb trimmer with a 3.5-amp motor and a 12-inch swath, rated 4.4 stars on 1,277 reviews. It uses bump feed, and at $54.48 it costs more than the bigger BESTA510.

Best for: Post-mow touch-ups where light weight matters most.

Skip it if: You want auto feed or more power; the BESTA510 has both for less.

Cutting swath
12 in
Motor
3.5 A
Line feed
Bump feed
Weight
4 lb
Extras
Head spins 180° for edging

Pros

  • 4 lb
  • 4.4 stars on 1,277 reviews
  • Head spins for edging

Cons

  • Bump feed, not automatic
  • 3.5-amp motor, 12-inch swath
  • Sold by a third-party store at $54.48
#9
BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer, 4 Amp (BEST935)
Best Budget
BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER 13-Inch Corded String Trimmer, 4 Amp (BEST935)

4.3 745 reviews
Score 68/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score86/100 → 39 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score68/100 → 24 pts
  • Features 20% of score25/100 → 5 pts

Has: auto feed. Missing: edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 68/100. How the score works

$39
Same price in all 3 of our checks since Oct 26, 2026
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100+/mo

The cheapest BLACK+DECKER corded trimmer here at $39.00, with a 4-amp motor, a 13-inch swath and automatic line feed. It rates 4.3 stars on 745 reviews.

Best for: Light trimming around a small lawn on a tight budget.

Skip it if: You need a wheeled edger or power for thick weeds.

Cutting swath
13 in
Motor
4 A
Line feed
Automatic feed spool
Weight
2.7 kg (listed)
Extras
Auxiliary handle

Pros

  • $39.00 with automatic line feed
  • 13-inch swath
  • 4.3 stars
  • Sold and shipped by Amazon

Cons

  • 4-amp motor
  • No rotating head or edge guide listed
  • Low stock at capture
#10
WEN Compact Corded String Trimmer, 10-Inch, 3 Amp (ET1003)
WEN

WEN Compact Corded String Trimmer, 10-Inch, 3 Amp (ET1003)

3.9 113 reviews
Score 57/100
Why this score
  • Star rating 45% of score78/100 → 35 pts
  • Number of reviews 35% of score49/100 → 17 pts
  • Features 20% of score25/100 → 5 pts

Has: auto feed. Missing: edger, strong motor, wide swath.

Total: 57/100. How the score works

$28.99
Lowest price in our 3 checks since Oct 26, 2026
Check price on Amazon
50+/mo

The cheapest trimmer here at $28.99: a 4 lb, 37.5-inch compact model with automatic feed and a 10-inch swath. WEN sizes it for shorter users and small jobs.

Best for: Shorter users and small patios or fence lines.

Skip it if: You have a full lawn to trim; 10 inches and 3 amps are small.

Cutting swath
10 in
Motor
3 A
Line feed
Automatic feed
Weight
4 lb
Extras
37.5 in long; uses WEN ET-400 spool

Pros

  • $28.99
  • 4 lb and 37.5 in long
  • Automatic feed
  • Two-year warranty

Cons

  • 10-inch swath
  • 3.9 stars on 113 reviews

How we rank

Every tool gets one score from 0 to 100, weighted 45% on its star rating, 35% on how many people have reviewed it (more reviews = more confidence the rating is real), and 20% on the features that matter for the job. The list is ordered by that score. Best Overall is our pick for the best all-around, ready-to-use tool; Best Budget the best value at or under $45; and Money No Object the one to buy if price is no object.

The features score is built from strong motor (30%), auto feed (25%), wide swath (25%), edger (20%), capped at 100. The review-count score is on a log scale, so each tenfold jump in reviews adds the same amount, and 16,000 or more reviews gets full marks. Open Why this score on any tool to see its numbers.

What changed

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Buyer's guide

Corded or cordless string trimmer?

Corded trimmers cost less, weigh less and run as long as you like, but you drag a cord and stay within reach of an outlet. They suit small and medium yards. If your fence line is 150 feet from the house, a battery trimmer is easier.

How many amps do I need?

For a normal lawn, 5 to 6.5 amps handles grass and ordinary weeds. The 3 to 4 amp models are fine for edging and touch-ups after mowing but slow down in thick growth.

What swath width should I get?

The swath is the diameter the line cuts. 13 to 15 inches covers ground faster on a full yard; 10 to 12 inches is lighter and easier to steer around beds and posts.

Auto feed, push-button or bump feed?

Auto feed lets out line on its own, push-button feeds when you press a button, and bump feed needs you to tap the spinning head on the ground. Auto and push-button are easier for most people.

What extension cord should I use?

None of these include one. Use an outdoor-rated cord: 16-gauge is fine up to about 50 feet, and 14- or 12-gauge is the safer choice at 100 feet so the motor gets full power. Most of these trimmers have a cord-retention hook so the plug doesn't pull apart.

What does edger mode do?

On a trimmer-edger the head rotates 90 degrees so the line cuts vertically along a sidewalk or bed. Models with a wheel or wire edge guide hold a straighter line than freehand edging.

Tools to avoid

Not everything in the search results deserves your money. This one would rank dead last on our scale — here's the listing to walk past, and exactly why.

✕ Avoid
DEKOPRO 2.2A Corded String Trimmer Lawn Edger, 9-Inch
DEKOPRO

DEKOPRO 2.2A Corded String Trimmer Lawn Edger, 9-Inch

3.1 39 reviews   $69.99

The weakest motor and narrowest swath in the search, sold as "powerful" for $69.99, $17 more than a 6.5-amp, 14-inch BLACK+DECKER.

Why we'd skip it

  • Its 2.2-amp motor is a third of the BESTA510's 6.5 amps, and its 9-inch swath is 5 inches narrower, yet it costs $69.99 vs $52.99.
  • The title calls it "Powerful"; 11,000 rpm on a 2.2-amp motor is a no-load speed, not cutting power.
  • The listing says it pays out about half an inch of line every time you pull the trigger, so stop-start trimming uses up line fast.
  • The cheapest pick here, the $31.94 WEN, has a wider 10-inch swath.
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