Our aim here is to take a look at entry-level loop handle line trimmers

and see how they compare with a larger engine variant with bike-type

handles. The work we carried out was primarily lighter duties to

include weed control around farm buildings, trimming around stiles

and fencing. This was the main test brief, but heavier brush cutting

saw us swap to blades on all models bar the battery-powered Makita

Our individual machine reviews follow, but in general terms here are a few pointers if you are after a unit in the £250 to £450 price bracket …. Read more >