How To Attach Ryobi's String Trimmer Line String trimmers, also known colloquially as weed eaters, are a useful tool in maintaining your yard.

Most are dedicated string trimmers, but Ryobi also makes a couple of 2-in1 string trimmers/edgers, a trimmer/brush cutter, and it also has weed wacker attachments for its Expand-It system.

Choosing the right yard equipment doesn’t have to be complicated. Consumer Reports shows you how to buy a string trimmer that fits your needs.

Ryobi's new 40V cordless string trimmer can handle multiple attachments, and it seemed to have plenty of power in our early testing. But how much green does it take to be green?

Ryobi engineers have made this process as painless and easy as possible. Loading your Ryobi String Trimmer will take about 60 seconds.