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EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft vs Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft ranks higher (#1 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on cutting power, runtime, line feeding & reloading, durability. Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower wins on weight & balance.
The biggest complaint about the EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft is mixed durability; for the Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower it's weak in thick weeds. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft | Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in string trimmers | #1 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$ | $ |
| Type | Cordless | Cordless |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 10% | 8% |
| Overall score | 4.4 | 3.4 |
| Cutting power | 5.0 | 2.5 |
| Runtime | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Line feeding & reloading | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Weight & balance | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Durability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
Price tiers: $ under $120 · $$ $120–250 · $$$ over $250. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft
- Mixed durability
Durability gets mixed feedback in Amazon's review summary, and some owners say it broke during use. Wirecutter's test unit tore its foam front-handle padding after two years.
- Line sometimes won't come out
Amazon's summary flags 'cord removal' as a problem: some owners can't get the string to come out of the head.
- On the heavy side
A little over 10 lb, not the lightest Wirecutter tested. Weight is mixed on Amazon: some call it light, others heavy.
Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower
- Weak in thick weeds
Wirecutter says it struggled with thicker, stalky weeds and is 'nowhere near as powerful' as its full-size picks. Bob Vila found it less effective on overgrown grass and coarse weeds. Power is mixed on Amazon.
- Short runtime and battery complaints
About 20 minutes per 2.0Ah battery in Wirecutter's test; Bob Vila lists limited runtime and long recharges as cons. Amazon owners report slow charging and batteries that fail.
- Mixed durability, proprietary spools
Durability is mixed on Amazon: some units last two years, others fall apart within two months. It uses proprietary pre-loaded spools that may be hard to find (Wirecutter).
Who should pick which
Pick the EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft if
Medium to large yards and overgrown areas
Hating to rewind trimmer line
Users of different heights (telescoping shaft)
Skip it if: You want a very light trimmer; You have only a tiny yard; You don't want to buy into EGO's 56V batteries
Pick the Worx 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" 3-in-1 String Trimmer/Edger/Mini Mower if
Small lawns and light trimming
Users who want a light, adjustable trimmer
Edging walkways (wheeled edger mode)
Skip it if: You have thick weeds or overgrowth; You need long sessions; You don't want to buy proprietary spools
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