Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer
#4 in BatteryFull review
A low priced 16 in. trimmer for medium yards that can grow into a multi tool with Greenworks attachments.
Amazon $169.67$169.67
The Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer is the better string trimmer overall, rated 4.1 to 3.5. The Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer leads on line and swath. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger wins on weight and value. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger costs $44.69 less ($124.98 vs $169.67).
Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger
#12 in BatteryFull review
A cheap, light trimmer and edger for small, tidy yards. Larger or rougher lots need heavier line and a wider swath.
Amazon $124.98$124.98
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 Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer for line (.095 in line vs .065 in line) and swath (16 in swath vs 13 in swath).
- Choose the Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger for weight (5.2 lb (without battery) vs 9.7 lb (without battery)) and value ($9.61 per inch of swath ($124.98 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) vs $10.60 per inch of swath ($169.67 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath)).
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 | Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer | Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 74 $10.60 per inch of swath ($169.67 with batteries and charger, 16 in swath) | 83 $9.61 per inch of swath ($124.98 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 100 .095 in line | 0 .065 in line |
| Swath 15% | 100 16 in swath | 40 13 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 55 9.7 lb (without battery) | 100 5.2 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Trimmer | Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 16 in | 13 in |
| Largest line | .095 in | .065 in |
| Line feed | Bump feed | Automatic feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | Yes |
| Takes attachments | Yes | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery | 40 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 160 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 50 min | 40 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.7 lb (without battery) | 5.2 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |