Greenworks 40V 13 in Trimmer/Edger
#12 in BatteryFull review
A cheap, light trimmer and edger for small, tidy yards. Larger or rougher lots need heavier line and a wider swath.
Amazon $124.98$124.98
3.2/5
A budget trimmer and edger for small yards and touch ups. Look elsewhere for overgrowth or large lawns.
- 12 inSwath
- .065 inLine
- 7.6 lbWeight
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$109
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Converts to a wheeled edger for driveways and paths
- Push a button to feed line, no bumping
- Low price for a full kit with battery and charger
- Two speeds let you trade power for runtime
Cons
- 12 in. swath and 20V power suit only small, tidy lawns
- Thin 0.065 in. line wears fast against fences and walls
- Short 2 year warranty
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | LSTE523 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Cutting swath | 12 in |
| Largest line | .065 in |
| Line feed | Push-button feed |
| Shaft | Straight |
| Converts to edger | Yes |
| Takes attachments | No |
| Power | |
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 2.5 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 45 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 7.6 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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