Worx WG183 40V 13 in
#11 in BatteryFull review
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 $159.99$159.99
The Worx WG183 40V 13 in is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Worx WG183 40V 13 in leads on value and warranty. The Worx WG183 40V 13 in costs $99.01 less ($159.99 vs $259).
Makita XRU23SM1 18V LXT 13 in
#15 in BatteryFull review
A light, well balanced 13 in. trimmer for Makita 18V owners with small to medium yards. Without LXT batteries already, bigger swath trimmers cost less.
Amazon $259$259
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 Worx WG183 40V 13 in for value ($12.31 per inch of swath ($159.99 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) vs $19.92 per inch of swath ($259 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath)) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Makita XRU23SM1 18V LXT 13 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $12.31 per inch of swath ($159.99 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) | 17 $19.92 per inch of swath ($259 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 0 .065 in line | 50 line size not published (neutral score used) |
| Swath 15% | 40 13 in swath | 40 13 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 100 6.4 lb (with battery) | 100 6.6 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Worx WG183 40V 13 in | Makita XRU23SM1 18V LXT 13 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 13 in | 13 in |
| Largest line | .065 in | - |
| Line feed | Automatic feed | Bump feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | No |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery | 18 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 80 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 60 min |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Variable speed | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.4 lb (with battery) | 6.6 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | - | 3 years |