The EGO Power+ String Trimmer is a 56-volt cordless string trimmer with a 15-inch cutting swath, a high-efficiency brushless motor, and a Rapid Reload head that makes replacing the trimmer line far less annoying than it is on most weed eaters. The ST1502SA kit ships with the trimmer, a 56V 2.5Ah ARC Lithium battery, and a charger, so everything you need is in the box. EGO’s battery platform powers all of their outdoor power tools, so the battery works in an EGO mower, leaf blower, chainsaw, or hedge trimmer if you expand the collection later.
A simple trimmer to cut all the pesky weeds in your yard
The Rapid Reload Head is probably the one thing you will appreciate more and more over time. On a typical trimmer, reloading the string generally requires separating the head, rewinding the string by hand on a spool, feeding it back through the eyelets, and putting it all back together again so you don’t lose your spring. With an Ego Rapid reload system, you can simply insert your string and turn the head. No spooling needed, no aligning with eyes, and no tangled line for a yard job. The Ego Rapid reload system comes standard with professional-grade 0.095″ diameter dual feed spiral twist cutting string. This is larger and tougher than what most lower-cost battery-powered trimmers come with, and it has plenty of cutting power to get through thick weeds without clogging.
The brushless motor runs more efficiently, produces less vibration, generates less heat, and lasts longer than the brushed motors in budget trimmers because there are no carbon brushes wearing down over time. The EGO Power+ String Trimmer delivers up to 45 minutes of runtime on a full charge with the included 2.5Ah battery, and a variable-speed trigger lets you dial back on lighter jobs to stretch that runtime even further. The trimmer is IPX4 weather-resistant, so wet grass and rain aren’t a concern.
The split shaft breaks the trimmer into two sections for easier storage and transport. It fits in the back of a car or a garage closet without the footprint of a one-piece trimmer, and snapping the halves together takes a few seconds. The shaft extends long enough for tall users to work without hunching, and the balance keeps it comfortable during longer sessions along fence lines, flower beds, and sidewalk edges.
The included 2.5Ah battery charges from empty to full in about 50 minutes with the fan-cooled charger, which prevents overheating during charging. EGO backs the trimmer with a five-year limited warranty, and the battery and charger with a three-year limited warranty.
The EGO Power+ String Trimmer is on sale for $160 instead of the usual $200. Getting the trimmer, battery, and charger together at this price is a solid entry point into the EGO 56V platform, and once the battery is in the garage, it works with every other tool in the lineup without buying a second one.
