Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in Trimmer
#3 in BatteryFull review
A strong, wide cutting trimmer for medium to large yards, and a base for Ryobi’s Expand-It attachments.
RYOBI $249$249
4.1/5
A capable, well built 16 in. trimmer for medium yards, with a long tool warranty.
- 16 inSwath
- .095 inLine
- 9.8 lb (with battery)Weight
- 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$248.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Five year consumer warranty on the tool
- Heavy .095 in. line and 16 in. swath clear thick growth
- Head reloads in seconds without taking it apart
- Under 10 lb with the battery in
Cons
- Up to 56 minutes on the kit battery is short for large properties
- Sold mostly through dealers, so online prices come from third party sellers
- No attachments or edging mode
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 | DSRM-2100C1 |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Cutting swath | 16 in |
| Largest line | .095 in |
| Shaft | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No |
| Takes attachments | No |
| Power | |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 2.5 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 126 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Runtime | 56 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 9.8 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Battery warranty | 2 years |
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