What are the lightest and most portable string trimmers?

Product ⇅ Price ⇅ Power Source ⇅ Voltage (V) ⇅ Cutting Width (inches) ⇅ Weight (pounds) ⇅ Line Type ⇅ Adjustable Handle ⇅
Ryobi Ryobi 40V 17in Expand-It Cordless String Trimmer RY40210A
US 		£170.86 ≈ Battery 40-volt 17 in 9.1 lbs. .065 in ✓

Battery-powered 40V Expand-It string trimmer with a 17 in cutting width, 9.1 lbs weight, and .065 in line; attachment-capable and features an adjustable handle for user comfort. Suits homeowners who want a cordless, lightweight trimmer compatible with Ryobi 40V batteries. Includes variable speed and easy line feed for everyday yard trimming.

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Ideal for the lightest and most portable string trimmers because it weighs 9.1 lbs and uses a 40-volt battery platform, providing cordless portability with a 17 in cut swath.

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DeWalt DEWALT 60V Max 15in FlexVolt Brushless Cordless String Trimmer SDCST972
US 		£156.67 ≈ Battery 60V 15 in 9.6 lbs Dual line bump feed ✓

Brushless 60V battery-powered trimmer with a quick-load spool, 15 in/17 in adjustable cutting swath, and universal attachment capability; sold as tool-only or kit with FlexVolt battery and charger. Suits users who need high cutting power and compatibility with DEWALT attachment accessories for varied yard tasks.

★ Ideal for

Suitable for 'lightest and most portable' buyers who prioritise portability because it weighs 9.6 lbs as the bare tool and is battery-powered, making it lighter than many 60V kits.

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Greenworks Greenworks 60V 17in Cordless String Trimmer ST60L210
US 		£164.14 ≈ Battery 60V 17 in 10.14 lb Dual 0.095 in ✓

Brushless 60V cordless string trimmer with a 17 in cutting swath, Load N' Go bump-feed head, variable-speed trigger and included 2.5 Ah battery and charger. Lightweight aluminum shaft design and up to 45 minutes runtime make it suitable for medium‑to‑large residential yards and tackling heavier growth.

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Well suited for 'lightest and most portable' searches because at 10.14 lb (with battery) and an aluminum shaft it is among the lighter 17 in battery trimmers while remaining cordless and portable.

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Milwaukee Milwaukee M18 Brushless String Trimmer Kit 2825-20 (M18 2825)
US 		£170.86 ≈ Cordless 18 V 14-16 in 9.85 lbs 0.080 in / 0.095 in —

A cordless M18 brushless split-shaft string trimmer with POWERSTATE brushless motor, QUIK-LOK attachment compatibility, Easy Load trimmer head, and a 14-16 in cutting swath. It's designed for balanced handling and professional landscaping use while allowing attachment swaps for edger and pole saw tasks.

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Good for lightest and most portable trimmers because it has a low bare weight of 9.85 lbs and a cordless 18 V battery-powered design for easy portability.

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RIDGID RIDGID R1201 18V Brushless 12in Cordless String Trimmer
US 		£185.78 ≈ Battery 18V 12 in — — —

Compact 12 in cordless string trimmer with an 18V brushless motor designed for lighter yard work and portability. Suited for small yards and edging where a smaller cutting swath and battery convenience are priorities.

★ Ideal for

This trimmer suits the lightest and most portable category because it is a battery-powered 18V brushless unit with a 12 in cutting width, making it smaller and easier to carry than larger 14-18 in models.

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