An affordable way into a gas walk-behind for routine edging along sidewalks and driveways.
Amazon $218
The best all-round gas edger for homeowners: deep cut, bevel edging and a long warranty at a mid-range price.
- 2.5 inCutting depth
- 79 cc, 4-strokePower
- 55 lbWeight
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Ten depth settings down to 2.5 in., for touch-ups or cutting through thick roots
- Blade bevels in five positions for decorative edges around beds
- Four wheels keep it steady, so cuts stay straight
- A 5-year warranty, the longest of the gas edgers
- At 55 lb it needs storage space and a ramp or a strong back to load
- Earthquake will not ship it to California
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | 41273 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Type | Walk-behind |
| Deepest cut | 2.5 in |
| Depth settings | 10 |
| Bevel cuts | Yes |
| Power | |
| Engine | 79 cc |
| Stroke | 4-stroke |
| Build | |
| Weight | 55 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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