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 3.4. The Worx WG183 40V 13 in leads on warranty and swath. The Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in wins on value. The Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in costs $53.21 less ($106.78 vs $159.99).
Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in
#13 in BatteryFull review
A cheap, light trimmer and edger for small lawns and townhouse yards. Skip it if you have long fence lines or tough weeds.
Amazon $106.78$106.78
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 warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and swath (13 in swath vs 12 in swath).
- Choose the Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in for value ($8.90 per inch of swath ($106.78 with batteries and charger, 12 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 | Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $12.31 per inch of swath ($159.99 with batteries and charger, 13 in swath) | 90 $8.90 per inch of swath ($106.78 with batteries and charger, 12 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 0 .065 in line | 0 .065 in line |
| Swath 15% | 40 13 in swath | 20 12 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 100 6.4 lb (with battery) | 100 5.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Worx WG183 40V 13 in | Worx WG163 GT 3.0 20V 12 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 13 in | 12 in |
| Largest line | .065 in | .065 in |
| Line feed | Automatic feed | Push-button feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | Yes |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery | 20 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 80 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 6.4 lb (with battery) | 5.5 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |