A light, easy trimmer for small lawns and tidy edges along a patio. Choose a heavier line trimmer if your yard has thick weeds or long fence runs.
Amazon $159.99The Worx WG183 40V 13 in is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Worx WG183 40V 13 in leads on warranty. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger wins on value. The Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger costs $35.01 less ($124.98 vs $159.99).
A cheap, light trimmer and edger for small, tidy yards. Larger or rougher lots need heavier line and a wider swath.
Amazon $124.98Prices 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 Worx WG183 40V 13 in for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
- Choose the Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger for value ($9.61 per inch of swath ($124.98 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) vs $12.31 per inch of swath ($159.99 with batteries and charger, 13 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 | Worx WG183 40V 13 in | Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $12.31 per inch of swath ($159.99 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% | 0 .065 in line | 0 .065 in line |
| Swath 15% | 40 13 in swath | 40 13 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 100 6.4 lb (with battery) | 100 5.2 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Worx WG183 40V 13 in | Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 13 in | 13 in |
| Largest line | .065 in | .065 in |
| Line feed | Automatic feed | Automatic feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | Yes |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery | 40 V, 2 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 80 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 40 min |
| Variable speed | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.4 lb (with battery) | 5.2 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | - | 3 years |
