Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer
#5 in BatteryFull review
A capable, well built 16 in. trimmer for medium yards, with a long tool warranty.
Amazon $248.99$248.99
The Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer is the better string trimmer overall, rated 4.1 to 4.0. The Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer leads on value. The EGO ST1623T LINE IQ wins on weight. The Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer costs $110.01 less ($248.99 vs $359).
EGO ST1623T LINE IQ
#7 in BatteryFull review
The most hands off battery trimmer here: it feeds and reloads line for you and runs about an hour. Worth the premium for big yards and anyone tired of bump heads.
Amazon $359$359
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer for value ($15.56 per inch of swath ($248.99 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath) vs $22.44 per inch of swath ($359 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath)).
- Choose the EGO ST1623T LINE IQ for weight (7.5 lb (without battery) vs 9.8 lb (with battery)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery string trimmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer | EGO ST1623T LINE IQ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 39 $15.56 per inch of swath ($248.99 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath) | 6 $22.44 per inch of swath ($359 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 100 .095 in line | 100 .095 in line |
| Swath 15% | 100 16 in swath | 100 16 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 54 9.8 lb (with battery) | 92 7.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo eFORCE DSRM-2100 56V Trimmer | EGO ST1623T LINE IQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 16 in | 16 in |
| Largest line | .095 in | .095 in |
| Line feed | - | Automatic feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | No |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 2.5 Ah of battery | 56 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 126 Wh | 224 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 56 min | 60 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.8 lb (with battery) | 7.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Battery warranty | 2 years | 3 years |