Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger vs Ryobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/Edger

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Ryobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/Edger is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/Edger leads on line. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger wins on value. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger costs $11.98 less ($124.98 vs $136.96).

Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger vs Ryobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/Edger

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?

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 weightRyobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/EdgerGreenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger
Overall rating3.7/53.5/5
Value 30%75 $10.54 per inch of swath ($136.96 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath)83 $9.61 per inch of swath ($124.98 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath)
Line 20%50 .080 in line0 .065 in line
Swath 15%40 13 in swath40 13 in swath
Weight 15%100 6.9 lb100 5.2 lb (without battery)
Warranty 20%50 3-year warranty50 3-year warranty

Specifications

Ryobi 18V ONE+ 13 in Trimmer/EdgerGreenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger
Cutting
Cutting swath13 in13 in
Largest line.080 in.065 in
Line feedAutomatic feedAutomatic feed
ShaftStraightStraight
Converts to edgerYesYes
Takes attachmentsNoNo
Power
Engine or battery18 V, 4 Ah of battery40 V, 2 Ah of battery
Battery energy72 Wh80 Wh
Battery includedYesYes
Runtime55 min40 min
Variable speedYesYes
Build
Weight6.9 lb5.2 lb (without battery)
Warranty3 years3 years
Battery warranty-3 years

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