I literally just smashed my string trimmer on the sidewalk after the strings broke off inside the head for the thousandth time! I couldn't take it anymore. EVERY STINKING TIME I use it I get so mad!!! I'm heading to Lowe's for an ego.
My friend I have just bought new Ego 14" trimmer based on your awesome reviews and now I have a problem, I can't stop trimming even there is no new grass! It's so addictive! I love my new Ego trimmer and I want to say thank you because your work here is very useful.
For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG I didn't like the fact that they just kept cutting the edge of the lawn further and further from the rock lining the flower beds and leaving bare ground. And the grass was trimmed or scalped several feet around trees, etc. It was a constant battle with them so I told them to just mow and no trimming. I have Zoysia grass so it grows pretty slow. Obviously after a while it could use some trimming. I'm in my 80's so I can't do much of it myself.Finally I decided that if I could find a lightweight battery powered trimmer I might be able to do some light trimming. I decided to buy the LST201 20V trimmer. And it works great for my needs. I have back yard with about 150' of flower beds and several trees to be trimmed. I can lightly trim the whole yard with a single charge! The grass I trimmed was only a few inches high but the trimmer was more powerful than I expected.
Just bought this trimmer at my local Ace Hardware. All I can say is WOW. In the last 7 years went through 2 gas powered trimmers. Hurt my shoulder on the last one. Decided to go battery operated. Again WOW. Bought this model. Thanks. I would recommend.
@user-gt7xz8lh4d I haven't had any issues at all. It still works perfectly. With other trimmers, i always had problems with loading and the bump and go. But this is Great. As a matter of factthis year, I bought their hedge trimmer.
I've had an EGO string trimmer for 4 years and very rarely does the string load easily. Inserting in one hole does not guarantee that it will come out the other side as depicted in the video. Most often I wind up taking the head off and manually threading the line from one side to the other and then trying to get it put back together without the spring being mispositioned. And many times the string will not advance when there is sting left on the spool. Husband and I have argued multiple times over this and we have finally decided to purchase a new trimmer of another brand. BTW, we even found a video showing difficulties in loading the trimmer and possible causes and cures. Followed advice for solving the problem to no avail. Love my EGO mower and blower but the trimmer misses the mark.
Thanks so much for your review - recently moved from .15 acre city lot to 3 acres in the country and my tiny Ryobi trimmer has no longer been cutting it. I've been doing tons of research and decided on this brand but couldn't pull the trigger until I saw your review calling out the telescoping feature - great option for those of us with heigh limitations ;) Your tips for trimming video also super helpful for us former city folk.
I like how much thought Ego puts into their products. I also like that even when they come out with new tools with nice new features they don't make the older ones obsolete.
After a bit of hunting, Lowes OUT, Amazon OUT, I was able to get my hands on this very trimmer today. Had to go 40 miles to an Ace, but happy I got it. Did my whole 2 acres in less than an hour. Recommend this trimmer highly.
@@Kitearmy definitely! I put an in stock alert for this trimmer on lowes, and when the alert came in, I pulled the trigger on it. First ego product, I'm ready to get rid of my electric cord power equipment. The trimmer has been sold out for some time. And the trimmer sold out again after it came back in stock at lowes. So they either have low production numbers coming out, or the demand is pretty high.
I got the carbon shaft one... These EGOs have so much power, are smooth as butter, and can be used without warming up. The power load also saves so much time. I can't believe I used my gas trimmer so long. EGO is worth every penny.
Was going to buy the harbor freight atlas line until I watched your review and saw in the comments how Ego was like the Lamborghini of trimmers. Looked at lowes and didn't know the difference between the carbon fiber and this one. Saw this posted like two hours ago and good night man, you answered everything. Buying the trimmer/blower combo today. Thank you for the help! Subscribed!
@@Kitearmy I just bought the ego carbon fiber auto thread trimmer, didn’t know they had an auto thread with a telescoping handle - it wasn’t obvious on the packaging. I am super short - before I use this trimmer would it really help that much to exchange it in your opinion?
I've been using Ego products for years. I've first had the self propelled lawn mower which still works awesome... had no breakdowns Then years later, I bought a hedge trimmer and a chainsaw.. Both great products... I like how the different size batteries are interchangeable I definitely getting the string trimmer since I like the powerload feature since it's a lesser hassle to load the string Im hoping to vest in that snow blower as well
I've been looking for a trimmer for a while. I wanted to go with a 4 cycle gas but with gas prices right now, I figured I'd go battery. I started reading reviews and I stumbled across your video. Thank you very much, I just went to ace hardware and picked one up. Can't wait for the battery to get charged so I can go play with it.
I just got one. Surprisingly it seems to have more power than my echo has machine. No vibration. No filling the tank. Power load. Just works. It’s awesome. And this uses bigger string. Which robs power. So it has even more! And because it’s thicker, it lasts longer
After seeing your video here, I am going to buy one of those Egos Trimmers. Had a Ryobi weed trimmer for several years & spent most of my time playing around with the trimmer line. Got so pissed off last fall I decided to put the hatch saw to the timmmer & threw the blasted piece of junk out. Thanks for this Excellent video.
Very tempting! But I already have Ryobi trimmer 40 v. I only need a powerful gas trimmer as a backup for my trimmer. ASAP . Your favorite toy looks very good! Maybe later in the future I will try yours.
Here's a tip on any EGO stuff. The batteries will do an auto discharge after 30 days. Nice to know before you get all ready to go out and hit it for the first time in the new season.
True - mine never sit around long enough to go through that process. It's some of the intelligence built into the battery to make sure they remain in tip top shape
It's a Black and Decker auto feed and it's CONSTANTLY throwing out too much line. I stop, rewind, and then when I click it into place, it unravels in the casing. 🤬 I'm surprised my neighbors have not called the police because every time I use it it sounds like I'm verbally abusing someone. Last time I used it I literally broke into tears. Not hyperbole. A grown man, sitting on my back steps, cursing and crying. Last weekend i helped a friend who injured himself by doing his lawn and he had an Ego trimmer. I went and bought one THAT VERY DAY. I'm going to be using it for the first time tomorrow and I'm actually looking forward to it like it's a new toy. Haha. As Ozzy said, "No more tears... "
I purchased the Ego Trimmer with the carbon fiber shaft, to save on the weight and I’ll admit that it’s the best trimmer that I’ve ever owned, gas or electric. It’s absolutely fantastic.
A few years back, I bought from Home Depot an EGO ST1521S. Had to return it for a replacement because the little green button on the bottom quit working whenever I needed to replace the string. The replacement worked well for a while, until that thread unit on the base developed a problem: the string couldn't travel all the way to the other exit hole, it got hung up near the middle. (I had to disassemble the thread unit and manually work it to the exit hole. Then snap the snaps back and press the auto threader. ) But then, during use the string kept spooling out and getting chopped off by the cutter blade and soon the spool was empty. I'm looking forward to dumping the thing. The ST1511T looks promising, but I don't need all the other stuff in the kit box. So what you're saying is, the ST1510T is the same trimmer minus the stuff I still have in the basement left over from my ailing ST1521S.
Great review. I just picked mine up today and I’m looking forward to using it tomorrow. This is my 3rd Ego product (I have their lawn mower and snow thrower), and I am going to try their chainsaw next. Incredible brand and innovative products. Thanks for posting your review.
I just bought this trimmer b/c tubing that fed the gas from the primer on my old trimmer rotted off somehow. Who'd thunk it. Can't wait to try it out, thanks for the review and telling me it wasn't a mistake purchase ;)
Thanks for showing all the bells and whistles. One question I have is about the powerload system. If for some reason it fails, can you manually load the string? Bells and whistles are nice until something breaks so I'd be ok with the standard head if you can't override the powerload one manually.
Andrew!! Stop showing insane tools because that is next for me this season from Ego after I just bought a bunch of Milwaukee tools for my DIYer projects but my wallet is shaking when I saw this tool 😂😂. Cheers from Wisconsin my friend!!
just found your video….been looking for a new trimmer…..after your video, i was so impressed, i went to my local Lowes to get one….they had it in stock, but they were having issues getting their latest delivery of them into their computer inventory so i couldn’t purchase one….they said they’d probably call me tomorrow to come back….thx again !!!
they called me today…i go over….they say here yuh go….it’s the wrong one….they don’t have any of the ST1511T….so now i wait for them to get one…they say no longer than a week…..
Great trimmer! I love the different speed variations and how easy it is to control and of course the spool loading is super. Thank you for adding a little humor which I always appreciate and of course the detailed review. Unfortunately for me I have become a Toro guy so I guess I will just have to dream about being an Ego guy one day when I am rich and famous like the Matey. Awesome video Kite Army man!
This weedeater is very nice and I would highly recommend for a homeowner they only cut their grass like once a month. I have gone through two of these weedeaters within one year due to the head mechanism not loading string on both of the weedeaters. On one of the trimmers that I finally managed to get the string loaded after holding the head and pushing the button the string would keep coming out when I was weedeating. I give this weed eater 3 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ overall.
@@Kitearmy ah man! Lol I’m sorry man i must have caught tunnel vision before I watched this video. Great video by the way! Well, the previous model with carbon shaft had issues with the head. This is the model I am referring to. I am trying to bring more battery powered equipment into my Landscape business.
I appreciate the suggestion! I love how well an ego trimmer can trim the grass and edge with it but as I said I believe the quality is not there yet with ego. One thing I really don’t like is that it only brings a 1 year commercial warranty as in comparison with others like Milwaukee and Dewalt that offer 3 year warranty on some garden tools and even longer warranties on certain things.
@@mylawnbarber I would say that nothing that Delwalt or Millwaukee make compares to EGO commercial. That being said their standard stuff is targeted to the homeowner
I Get sick and tired of getting yard duty and having to work with a Gas weed eater that seems to want to ding off of fencing and concrete/having to stop and reload the string by hand for the 50th time in 20 minutes. i try to keep a distance and then all i get is half assed work done. I'm gonna definitely try this one out.
I like all your Ego demos. Very detailed and accurate. Always find out the new stuff here even before it's on Egos own site. My only comment is, I buy from Authorized family owned businesses, and not box stores. They all sell at same price. Just wish you would promote Mom and Pop stores a bit more. Other than that. Keep up the great videos.
I see the cutting head still spins backwards after all these years. If they made it to spin counterclockwise like a commercial trimmer it would be a winner.
This looks much nicer than the old model I just bought 3 months ago. Had I known a new one was coming out, I would have waited. Keep up the great reviews!
Love the content. I just picked up the carbon-fiber version last week. Love it! I did see this model but they look pretty similar and overall the lighter and stiffer shaft seemed better for me than the telescoping ability. There's a slightly different motor shroud but the specs look pretty similar (I guess this model does have the hi/lo switch - but both have the variable speed trigger).
Awesome video Kite Army!! 👍. Thanks for sharing. What are your thoughts on the new contractor line of FLEX tools that will be premiering this Monday? Like EGO, they are also owned by Chervon. They appear to be a serious threat to Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, etc. Should be interesting to see how they perform!
If they bring the same level of innovation that they brought to yard tools - those companies are in trouble. Bottom line, good competition leads to better products for the customer
I like how easy it is to fix the string if it regresses into the spool. I had a brushless 40 volt Ryobi that was great UNTIL the string got stuck inside the spool.
just have to say thanks for the awesome video, i just found out about Ego and it looks amazing, ive been using gas trimmers forever and im done with the annoyances of them!, i have an acre of big weeds and this looks like it will handle them with ease. cant wait to get mine!
@@Kitearmy sorry for late reply, yes i got it and it is awesome!, so happy i got it, ive been running on low mostly and its a beast and lasts about 45-1hr , loading string is a breeze. its such a great trimmer!
Nice presentation. 🔥 A couple of days ago I bought a 40v hart trimmer combo from WM. Trimmer and blower. It was ok. I had trouble trying to fix the string on the trimmer. It was working but it made too much noise. I'm going to return it. 👉 I'm buying the Ego trimmer combo I found online and in LOWES. The funny thing is, I have an EGO Lawn Mower in my garage that hasn't failed me yet. Thanks for the info. Cordless all the way.
Great review. Thanks. There is an option to buy ST1502LD which is the string trimmer and a blower. Do you know which string trimmer model is included in that kit?
Considering buying this. I just cleared out my mother’s backyard that was overgrown with these thick weeds. Wonder how much power it has to handle that sort of thing. It is battery powered and typically gas powered trimmers would have more power. And also, you have the issue of the battery dying on you unless you have at least a charged replacement battery. But I love the auto loading feature on the string and not having to deal with gas, replacing oil, and doing yearly carburetor maintenance. So all those things do sell it better.
@@Kitearmy Sorry but I beg to differ - gas powered equipment will always have more power than corded or battery operated. I speak from experience being a homeowner 3 times now.
Thank you Sir for the advice/video et al. Just ripped off another finger nail trying the pull start on my POS weed wacker. Time to bite the bullet and get one of these babies. The auto load looks like a dream. Just womdering if you have to purchase EGO brand line or if any line will suffice. Gonna need STRONG line for the job ahead. Nothing but rain hear in centeral Texas for the past month. We've got a rabbitt family that visits occassionally, can't even see them in the tall grass...
Just bought this trimmer.. it's a different model here in new Zealand and the UK..and Australia..we all get the 14inch.. not the 15 inch...but I must say the trigger is way better than the carbon fiber one that I have.. the variable speed is way easier to control..on both hi and low speed.. plus the trigger is stronger beefier...also I find that the arm rest on this st1400 much more comfortable than the one on the carbon fiber model.. it's also much cheaper..100 cheaper.. because not paying for that carbon fiber shaft...which I don't really need.
@@Kitearmy $629 nz dollers for the carbon fiber with kit..$419 just for the tool.....the new 2021 st1401e.st ..which is the same as your st1511t..but it has 14inch head uses the same 2.4mm line low speed 3000 to 4500rpm high speed starts at 4500 through to 5800rpm so all is the same apart from 1 inch less cut.....price is $529 with kit and 319 tool only...comes with the 3rd gen batt in the kit version.
Have you noticed that with this style head (string higher on the head) that it hacks your lawn up (as its meant more for tall weeds as opposed to lightly trimming up around small areas)?
Used the ST1511T for the first time. How would I rate it? Maybe a 6/10. It worked ‘ok’, and it may be that I was expecting something more. I’ve been using a B&D corded trimmer for over a decade (it finally just died), so it may be that I’m not used to how the Ego handles/runs for me. I tried it as an edger, but not impressed, and don’t know that I’ll do it again. Again, could be user error. Also took me a bit to figure out the right angle to hold the trimmer just to get it to trim around the yard. And the bump feed seemed to take more force than I thought it should have to extend more line (not sure what I was expecting). I can’t just push down, I have to strike it pretty robustly to get the string to feed. Makes me wonder how long it will last if that’s what it takes. After just finishing the front yard, the 2.5 Ah battery was pretty much done. Need to recharge for the backyard. Well, that’s my initial review. Hopefully it (or I) will improve over time.
Hi, You mentioned B&D trimmer. Have you ever used their 20 volt battery powered trimmer? I've got one and love it. It's light weight and the string is 100 times easier to change than the E-Go and last alot longer. Also, the battery is thin and lightweight and easy to change. I know you'd love it.
I used for the first time this weekend and also found edging to be more difficult than with my other trimmers. I also found that I had to keep putting line out while edging. Like more than normal. Not sure if line is getting sucked back in or what but it was annoying.
Awesome video! I bought this trimmer like 2 weeks ago and it’s awesome thank you for your recommendation. Bye bye gas 👋🏻 . Also quick question is it ideal to hit the head of the trimmer on concrete for more string to come out or do you recommend just hitting it in on the grass? Thanks for the tip.
I had an Ego trimmer but unfortunately not the one you can adjust the length as I am only 5' tall. It was very powerful but also became heavy for me, even with a strap. I had to go with a cheap Ryobi that was lightweight but if the weight is not a factor and you want power this is the way to go
Thanks for saying that Stacey. I'm 5'4" but dont weight much, and I'm concerned that the handle is too long and too heavy as well. I am sure they wont take it back, if I try it for a couple of days 😂😂😂❤
That is a nice trimmer. Need a new one I’ve used faithful Worx cordless for a couple years now (5 to be exact) but it needs an upgrade. I like the technology in this one! The variable speed throttle and auto load of the string is quite cool!
I guarantee you'll be sorry if you get this trimmer. After you run the line thats there when you bought it, you'll never get the next batch to run that way. I've changed it and changed it ,a half dozen times and it still jams up. I bought a smaller black and decker trimmer and all you do is slap the string in and your off and running at a third of the cost and about 150% less spool changing time. I may have gotten a lemon EGO but I'm not going to waste my time changing the line on it if I got another one. Oh by the way , that black and decker is fast.
Thanks for the video. Can you tell us how long the line lasts and how often you have to tap it? Seems like a bit of a design flaw to have to tap a plastic head to feed the line. I read a review on Lowe's website that the orange line cord kept breaking and the guy recommended using the black and green line because it's much tougher to break. Any issues with the orange line breaking on you?
Just bumped into your channel great quick review for 2021. Would you say that changing the handle to edge is worth it? I was not a fan of getting the weed eater and then the edger. Thanks for the review and keep up the good work.
Looks like your amazon link goes to the wrong product? You are reviewing the 2021 aluminum model, but the link goes to older models (e.g., carbon with split shaft). Amazon likes to lump things together and then separate them later, so I'm guessing that's what happened here. Ego's description of their trimmers is very confusing, and I've spent hours trying to figure out which were older models and what features were improved upon. A video detailing the differences between their trimmers would be awesome! Also, how do the stand-alone trimmers compare to the multi-head trimmer?
I love my ego products have the blower , weed eater , pole saw and 14 inch chain saw !!! Chain saw is the only one I’ve had a problem with the oiler stop working 😖😖😖 typical me I didn’t register for the warranty and couldn’t find my receipt, if I could have provided a receipt from buying it they would have still honored the saw !!! So make sure everyone register for your warranty 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💥💥💥💥
I just bought a Ryobi, assembled today, unassembled it an hour later thanks to you. ☺️ Back to Home Depot it goes. I’ve ordered the Ego. One question, would the shoulder strap be worth getting?
I'd rather have the ST 1521S With Carbon Fiber shaft instead of the quick adjustable handle and head. How often do you adjust handle and head but the carbon fiber shaft will give you longer durability in the long run!
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I literally just smashed my string trimmer on the sidewalk after the strings broke off inside the head for the thousandth time! I couldn't take it anymore. EVERY STINKING TIME I use it I get so mad!!! I'm heading to Lowe's for an ego.
That's what it takes - I think everyone has smashed their string trimmer at some point
If you're string keeps breaking, you need to buy a higher strength string for what your cutting.
@@Bradimus1 if I'm edging I burn through it
@@Kitearmy what model number is this one???
@@snoopysrc It's in the video when I pop up the Lowes pic
My friend I have just bought new Ego 14" trimmer based on your awesome reviews and now I have a problem, I can't stop trimming even there is no new grass! It's so addictive! I love my new Ego trimmer and I want to say thank you because your work here is very useful.
There is a support group for that problem - I'm medicated but I have it too
@user-gt7xz8lh4d no issues for now!
For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. th-cam.com/users/postUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG I didn't like the fact that they just kept cutting the edge of the lawn further and further from the rock lining the flower beds and leaving bare ground. And the grass was trimmed or scalped several feet around trees, etc. It was a constant battle with them so I told them to just mow and no trimming. I have Zoysia grass so it grows pretty slow. Obviously after a while it could use some trimming. I'm in my 80's so I can't do much of it myself.Finally I decided that if I could find a lightweight battery powered trimmer I might be able to do some light trimming. I decided to buy the LST201 20V trimmer. And it works great for my needs. I have back yard with about 150' of flower beds and several trees to be trimmed. I can lightly trim the whole yard with a single charge! The grass I trimmed was only a few inches high but the trimmer was more powerful than I expected.
Just bought this trimmer at my local Ace Hardware. All I can say is WOW. In the last 7 years went through 2 gas powered trimmers. Hurt my shoulder on the last one. Decided to go battery operated. Again WOW. Bought this model. Thanks. I would recommend.
Thanks for sharing
@user-gt7xz8lh4d
I haven't had any issues at all. It still works perfectly. With other trimmers, i always had problems with loading and the bump and go. But this is Great. As a matter of factthis year, I bought their hedge trimmer.
I've had an EGO string trimmer for 4 years and very rarely does the string load easily. Inserting in one hole does not guarantee that it will come out the other side as depicted in the video. Most often I wind up taking the head off and manually threading the line from one side to the other and then trying to get it put back together without the spring being mispositioned. And many times the string will not advance when there is sting left on the spool. Husband and I have argued multiple times over this and we have finally decided to purchase a new trimmer of another brand. BTW, we even found a video showing difficulties in loading the trimmer and possible causes and cures. Followed advice for solving the problem to no avail. Love my EGO mower and blower but the trimmer misses the mark.
What trimmer did you end up getting?
Thanks so much for your review - recently moved from .15 acre city lot to 3 acres in the country and my tiny Ryobi trimmer has no longer been cutting it. I've been doing tons of research and decided on this brand but couldn't pull the trigger until I saw your review calling out the telescoping feature - great option for those of us with heigh limitations ;) Your tips for trimming video also super helpful for us former city folk.
Glad to help a city person acclimate to the country :)
I like how much thought Ego puts into their products. I also like that even when they come out with new tools with nice new features they don't make the older ones obsolete.
True - the original powerload is still an awesome tool!
After a bit of hunting, Lowes OUT, Amazon OUT, I was able to get my hands on this very trimmer today. Had to go 40 miles to an Ace, but happy I got it. Did my whole 2 acres in less than an hour. Recommend this trimmer highly.
Yeah - demand for these string trimmers has been insane
@@Kitearmy definitely! I put an in stock alert for this trimmer on lowes, and when the alert came in, I pulled the trigger on it. First ego product, I'm ready to get rid of my electric cord power equipment.
The trimmer has been sold out for some time. And the trimmer sold out again after it came back in stock at lowes. So they either have low production numbers coming out, or the demand is pretty high.
@@pitbull329 Demand is crazy - I hear Ace has some good stock
I got the carbon shaft one... These EGOs have so much power, are smooth as butter, and can be used without warming up. The power load also saves so much time. I can't believe I used my gas trimmer so long. EGO is worth every penny.
Amen
Was going to buy the harbor freight atlas line until I watched your review and saw in the comments how Ego was like the Lamborghini of trimmers. Looked at lowes and didn't know the difference between the carbon fiber and this one. Saw this posted like two hours ago and good night man, you answered everything. Buying the trimmer/blower combo today. Thank you for the help! Subscribed!
Awesome - welcome to the club
@@Kitearmy I just bought the ego carbon fiber auto thread trimmer, didn’t know they had an auto thread with a telescoping handle - it wasn’t obvious on the packaging. I am super short - before I use this trimmer would it really help that much to exchange it in your opinion?
@@alexislamanna9266 If your short get the telescoping model
See, now I want to go out and get the 2021 trimmer even though my older one works just fine lol.
That’s my addiction
Second this!
@@2snipe1 My name's Andrew and I have a problem
@@Kitearmy a battery hoarding problem!!! Hey do you own the Z6?
@@Kitearmy that guy Andrew is a total EGOmaniac!
I've been using Ego products for years. I've first had the self propelled lawn mower which still works awesome... had no breakdowns
Then years later, I bought a hedge trimmer and a chainsaw..
Both great products... I like how the different size batteries are interchangeable
I definitely getting the string trimmer since I like the powerload feature since it's a lesser hassle to load the string
Im hoping to vest in that snow blower as well
Thanks for sharing!
I've been looking for a trimmer for a while. I wanted to go with a 4 cycle gas but with gas prices right now, I figured I'd go battery. I started reading reviews and I stumbled across your video. Thank you very much, I just went to ace hardware and picked one up. Can't wait for the battery to get charged so I can go play with it.
let us know what you think!!
Get this Ego weed eater !! I did . POWER ! Wow!!! And I bought the mower too!! Well worth the money!!!!!! And lite weight!!
That is the most common reaction
I just got one. Surprisingly it seems to have more power than my echo has machine. No vibration. No filling the tank. Power load. Just works. It’s awesome. And this uses bigger string. Which robs power. So it has even more! And because it’s thicker, it lasts longer
Yep - that's the real story
I’ve had loads of strimmers over the years and this is the best by far
You sold me. I have leaf blower which is awesome. I like all the features about this trimmer, should make my trimming work a lot easier.
Good choice!
After seeing your video here, I am going to buy one of those Egos Trimmers. Had a Ryobi weed trimmer for several years & spent most of my time playing around with the trimmer line. Got so pissed off last fall I decided to put the hatch saw to the timmmer & threw the blasted piece of junk out. Thanks for this Excellent video.
Your going to love this - I actually loaded it blind folded
You have two more to test the Worx Nitro 40V Cordless Attachment-Capable Driveshare 15" String Trimmer and Sunjoe 100v..Good Video.
Thanks mate - yep I do have a ton of work to do
Very tempting! But I already have Ryobi trimmer 40 v. I only need a powerful gas trimmer as a backup for my trimmer. ASAP . Your favorite toy looks very good! Maybe later in the future I will try yours.
Makes most Ryobi tools look like a joke
Here's a tip on any EGO stuff. The batteries will do an auto discharge after 30 days. Nice to know before you get all ready to go out and hit it for the first time in the new season.
True - mine never sit around long enough to go through that process. It's some of the intelligence built into the battery to make sure they remain in tip top shape
It's a Black and Decker auto feed and it's CONSTANTLY throwing out too much line. I stop, rewind, and then when I click it into place, it unravels in the casing. 🤬
I'm surprised my neighbors have not called the police because every time I use it it sounds like I'm verbally abusing someone.
Last time I used it I literally broke into tears. Not hyperbole. A grown man, sitting on my back steps, cursing and crying.
Last weekend i helped a friend who injured himself by doing his lawn and he had an Ego trimmer. I went and bought one THAT VERY DAY.
I'm going to be using it for the first time tomorrow and I'm actually looking forward to it like it's a new toy. Haha. As Ozzy said, "No more tears... "
I purchased the Ego Trimmer with the carbon fiber shaft, to save on the weight and I’ll admit that it’s the best trimmer that I’ve ever owned, gas or electric. It’s absolutely fantastic.
Amen brotha
Idk if this guy works for anyone or is given commission but i am going to get one of these right now... looks like it works amazingly
A few years back, I bought from Home Depot an EGO ST1521S. Had to return it for a replacement because the little green button on the bottom quit working whenever I needed to replace the string. The replacement worked well for a while, until that thread unit on the base developed a problem: the string couldn't travel all the way to the other exit hole, it got hung up near the middle. (I had to disassemble the thread unit and manually work it to the exit hole. Then snap the snaps back and press the auto threader. ) But then, during use the string kept spooling out and getting chopped off by the cutter blade and soon the spool was empty. I'm looking forward to dumping the thing. The ST1511T looks promising, but I don't need all the other stuff in the kit box. So what you're saying is, the ST1510T is the same trimmer minus the stuff I still have in the basement left over from my ailing ST1521S.
Yeah maybe it will come as a bare tool
Used my lawnmower last week, gotta pick up this trimmer next!!
BLOWAAAA too
Great review. I just picked mine up today and I’m looking forward to using it tomorrow. This is my 3rd Ego product (I have their lawn mower and snow thrower), and I am going to try their chainsaw next. Incredible brand and innovative products. Thanks for posting your review.
I just bought this trimmer b/c tubing that fed the gas from the primer on my old trimmer rotted off somehow. Who'd thunk it. Can't wait to try it out, thanks for the review and telling me it wasn't a mistake purchase ;)
Good stuff
I got the ego mower back in the fall and just ordered a string trimmer.
this video convinced me to buy an EGO power load trimmer...thank you Andrew!
Great to hear!
Thanks for showing all the bells and whistles. One question I have is about the powerload system. If for some reason it fails, can you manually load the string? Bells and whistles are nice until something breaks so I'd be ok with the standard head if you can't override the powerload one manually.
I have the same question.
4 minute shows that
Andrew!! Stop showing insane tools because that is next for me this season from Ego after I just bought a bunch of Milwaukee tools for my DIYer projects but my wallet is shaking when I saw this tool 😂😂.
Cheers from Wisconsin my friend!!
Sorry mate - this thing is insane. My credit card thinks so too
@@Kitearmy 😂👍🏼
just found your video….been looking for a new trimmer…..after your video, i was so impressed, i went to my local Lowes to get one….they had it in stock, but they were having issues getting their latest delivery of them into their computer inventory so i couldn’t purchase one….they said they’d probably call me tomorrow to come back….thx again !!!
Cool - Lowes should get that figured out
they called me today…i go over….they say here yuh go….it’s the wrong one….they don’t have any of the ST1511T….so now i wait for them to get one…they say no longer than a week…..
now they call me today and say they can’t get one, but they’ll sell me the display model for $50 off…i’ll take it
Great trimmer! I love the different speed variations and how easy it is to control and of course the spool loading is super. Thank you for adding a little humor which I always appreciate and of course the detailed review. Unfortunately for me I have become a Toro guy so I guess I will just have to dream about being an Ego guy one day when I am rich and famous like the Matey. Awesome video Kite Army man!
Thanks mate - Dream BIG - EGO for the win
Thank you, for the review. Went to my local ace hardware, and bought it today! Great buy.
Good to hear Ace has in stock - these are flying off the shelves
just love Ego. waiting for the zero turn to come to the UK.
Hope they get to you soon!
Me too!
@@dnewman6 can you order from US
I had one of these beasts for a few days. Sold it for a Makita XRU23Z I couldn't be happier.
yeah I have the makita too - it's in perfect condition - I never reach for it
This weedeater is very nice and I would highly recommend for a homeowner they only cut their grass like once a month. I have gone through two of these weedeaters within one year due to the head mechanism not loading string on both of the weedeaters. On one of the trimmers that I finally managed to get the string loaded after holding the head and pushing the button the string would keep coming out when I was weedeating.
I give this weed eater 3 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ overall.
These were just released - i wonder how you had 2 of them
@@Kitearmy ah man! Lol I’m sorry man i must have caught tunnel vision before I watched this video. Great video by the way!
Well, the previous model with carbon shaft had issues with the head. This is the model I am referring to. I am trying to bring more battery powered equipment into my Landscape business.
@@mylawnbarber Yeah for pros I would look at the commercial line
I appreciate the suggestion! I love how well an ego trimmer can trim the grass and edge with it but as I said I believe the quality is not there yet with ego. One thing I really don’t like is that it only brings a 1 year commercial warranty as in comparison with others like Milwaukee and Dewalt that offer 3 year warranty on some garden tools and even longer warranties on certain things.
@@mylawnbarber I would say that nothing that Delwalt or Millwaukee make compares to EGO commercial. That being said their standard stuff is targeted to the homeowner
I Get sick and tired of getting yard duty and having to work with a Gas weed eater that seems to want to ding off of fencing and concrete/having to stop and reload the string by hand for the 50th time in 20 minutes. i try to keep a distance and then all i get is half assed work done. I'm gonna definitely try this one out.
I used to feel that way about yard tools too
The power load sold me. Love my EGO.
the Powerload is legend
I like all your Ego demos. Very detailed and accurate. Always find out the new stuff here even before it's on Egos own site. My only comment is, I buy from Authorized family owned businesses, and not box stores. They all sell at same price. Just wish you would promote Mom and Pop stores a bit more. Other than that. Keep up the great videos.
Awesome, thank you!
I have an EGO lawn mower, love it, you never mentioned if this could use the lawnmower battery. Lawnmower battery I have is 7.5Ah one
Yes it can
My Ego lawnmower and leaf blower are great. I ordered a strimmer 5 months ago and still waiting.
I see the cutting head still spins backwards after all these years. If they made it to spin counterclockwise like a commercial trimmer it would be a winner.
I got used to it spinning this way
Now that looks like a really nice trimmer for a battery-powered one. I'd really like to get my hands on this and give it a try
Do it!
This looks much nicer than the old model I just bought 3 months ago. Had I known a new one was coming out, I would have waited.
Keep up the great reviews!
Thanks mate - what model did you buy
1520s with the carbon shaft.
@@99SVTBolt Right - great trimmer
Love the content. I just picked up the carbon-fiber version last week. Love it! I did see this model but they look pretty similar and overall the lighter and stiffer shaft seemed better for me than the telescoping ability. There's a slightly different motor shroud but the specs look pretty similar (I guess this model does have the hi/lo switch - but both have the variable speed trigger).
They are very close - I still sometimes use the carbon fiber model
Awesome video Kite Army!! 👍. Thanks for sharing. What are your thoughts on the new contractor line of FLEX tools that will be premiering this Monday? Like EGO, they are also owned by Chervon. They appear to be a serious threat to Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, etc. Should be interesting to see how they perform!
If they bring the same level of innovation that they brought to yard tools - those companies are in trouble. Bottom line, good competition leads to better products for the customer
@@Kitearmy Completely agree. Competition is always best for the consumer. Thanks again for everything you do and for keeping us entertained 👍
@@SouthFLTools Happy to do it!
I believe it is the best string trimmer now.
True - me too
I like how easy it is to fix the string if it regresses into the spool. I had a brushless 40 volt Ryobi that was great UNTIL the string got stuck inside the spool.
True - thanks for comment
Just bought one thanks to your video. Hope Ego hears and sponsors you if they still haven't
Thanks so much - I would love that!
just have to say thanks for the awesome video, i just found out about Ego and it looks amazing, ive been using gas trimmers forever and im done with the annoyances of them!, i have an acre of big weeds and this looks like it will handle them with ease.
cant wait to get mine!
Did you try it yet
@@Kitearmy sorry for late reply, yes i got it and it is awesome!, so happy i got it, ive been running on low mostly and its a beast and lasts about 45-1hr , loading string is a breeze. its such a great trimmer!
I had been looking at the Carbon Fiber shaft model. But I like that this one adjusts. Is this model any heavier than the other?
They feel about the same weight
Nice review showing all the features. Now I just need to think do I really need a 56v battery thingy hanging around
sure - and you NEED the blower
Nice presentation. 🔥 A couple of days ago I bought a 40v hart trimmer combo from WM. Trimmer and blower. It was ok. I had trouble trying to fix the string on the trimmer. It was working but it made too much noise. I'm going to return it. 👉 I'm buying the Ego trimmer combo I found online and in LOWES. The funny thing is, I have an EGO Lawn Mower in my garage that hasn't failed me yet. Thanks for the info. Cordless all the way.
no brainer
Wish the multi head system had the powerload feature
yeah - that is a draw back of the multi head
Great review. Thanks. There is an option to buy ST1502LD which is the string trimmer and a blower. Do you know which string trimmer model is included in that kit?
Considering buying this. I just cleared out my mother’s backyard that was overgrown with these thick weeds. Wonder how much power it has to handle that sort of thing. It is battery powered and typically gas powered trimmers would have more power. And also, you have the issue of the battery dying on you unless you have at least a charged replacement battery. But I love the auto loading feature on the string and not having to deal with gas, replacing oil, and doing yearly carburetor maintenance. So all those things do sell it better.
I think battery is stonger than most gas trimmers except the pro stuff
@@Kitearmy Sorry but I beg to differ - gas powered equipment will always have more power than corded or battery operated. I speak from experience being a homeowner 3 times now.
@@Gaba-oo4qb I would argue otherwise
Sold me man! And I'm a, mechanic, swear by gas engines guy! Made a vid cataloging my choice. used your Amazon link to buy LOL! Thanks!
Thanks mate - your gonna love it!
Thank you Sir for the advice/video et al. Just ripped off another finger nail trying the pull start on my POS weed wacker. Time to bite the bullet and get one of these babies. The auto load looks like a dream. Just womdering if you have to purchase EGO brand line or if any line will suffice. Gonna need STRONG line for the job ahead. Nothing but rain hear in centeral Texas for the past month. We've got a rabbitt family that visits occassionally, can't even see them in the tall grass...
Go with Husquvana Titianium Force
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Electric is okay for small grass areas, I got a 21cc petrol one echo srm-222es cuts through most including brambles :)
I can trim for about 1 hour on a charge - that covers most yards in my area
Went to lowe’s to pick up but they only had the old model unfortunately. Ordered online so I hope it’s this model 🤞🏼
Just bought this trimmer.. it's a different model here in new Zealand and the UK..and Australia..we all get the 14inch.. not the 15 inch...but I must say the trigger is way better than the carbon fiber one that I have.. the variable speed is way easier to control..on both hi and low speed.. plus the trigger is stronger beefier...also I find that the arm rest on this st1400 much more comfortable than the one on the carbon fiber model.. it's also much cheaper..100 cheaper.. because not paying for that carbon fiber shaft...which I don't really need.
interesting in the US they are the same price - stoked that you like it
@@Kitearmy $629 nz dollers for the carbon fiber with kit..$419 just for the tool.....the new 2021 st1401e.st ..which is the same as your st1511t..but it has 14inch head uses the same 2.4mm line low speed 3000 to 4500rpm high speed starts at 4500 through to 5800rpm so all is the same apart from 1 inch less cut.....price is $529 with kit and 319 tool only...comes with the 3rd gen batt in the kit version.
Have you noticed that with this style head (string higher on the head) that it hacks your lawn up (as its meant more for tall weeds as opposed to lightly trimming up around small areas)?
no seems normal to me
Used the ST1511T for the first time. How would I rate it? Maybe a 6/10. It worked ‘ok’, and it may be that I was expecting something more. I’ve been using a B&D corded trimmer for over a decade (it finally just died), so it may be that I’m not used to how the Ego handles/runs for me. I tried it as an edger, but not impressed, and don’t know that I’ll do it again. Again, could be user error. Also took me a bit to figure out the right angle to hold the trimmer just to get it to trim around the yard. And the bump feed seemed to take more force than I thought it should have to extend more line (not sure what I was expecting). I can’t just push down, I have to strike it pretty robustly to get the string to feed. Makes me wonder how long it will last if that’s what it takes. After just finishing the front yard, the 2.5 Ah battery was pretty much done. Need to recharge for the backyard. Well, that’s my initial review. Hopefully it (or I) will improve over time.
Hi, You mentioned B&D trimmer. Have you ever used their 20 volt battery powered trimmer? I've got one and love it. It's light weight and the string is 100 times easier to change than the E-Go and last alot longer. Also, the battery is thin and lightweight and easy to change. I know you'd love it.
I used for the first time this weekend and also found edging to be more difficult than with my other trimmers. I also found that I had to keep putting line out while edging. Like more than normal. Not sure if line is getting sucked back in or what but it was annoying.
Awesome video! I bought this trimmer like 2 weeks ago and it’s awesome thank you for your recommendation. Bye bye gas
👋🏻 . Also quick question is it ideal to hit the head of the trimmer on concrete for more string to come out or do you recommend just hitting it in on the grass? Thanks for the tip.
I’ve been searching for something like this for my yard.
Thank YOU! I’m going to get one for sure.
If your a bit smaller make sure you get this model with the telescoping handle
Just bought it today! Can't wait to use it!
let us know what you think
Bought it! Thank you for all of your reviews!
Hope you like it as much as I do!
Great video. I got the carbon fiber one. Getting the ego z6 zero turn mower delivered tomorrow. Cant wait
OMG - you lucky goose
*Z4
Great review
Thanks mate
I had an Ego trimmer but unfortunately not the one you can adjust the length as I am only 5' tall. It was very powerful but also became heavy for me, even with a strap. I had to go with a cheap Ryobi that was lightweight but if the weight is not a factor and you want power this is the way to go
Yeah -these are really designed for larger people. Glad it worked out
Thanks for saying that Stacey. I'm 5'4" but dont weight much, and I'm concerned that the handle is too long and too heavy as well. I am sure they wont take it back, if I try it for a couple of days 😂😂😂❤
I'm 5 ft too and was wondering how much the shaft adjusts. I need a powerful one for big weeds and the smaller one won't cut it.
Now I need to decide between this and the multi tool version.
makes the decision based on what heads you really need. If it's only 2 go for the individual unit
That is a nice trimmer. Need a new one I’ve used faithful Worx cordless for a couple years now (5 to be exact) but it needs an upgrade. I like the technology in this one! The variable speed throttle and auto load of the string is quite cool!
This will be a big upgrade for you
I guarantee you'll be sorry if you get this trimmer. After you run the line thats there when you bought it, you'll never get the next batch to run that way. I've changed it and changed it ,a half dozen times and it still jams up. I bought a smaller black and decker trimmer and all you do is slap the string in and your off and running at a third of the cost and about 150% less spool changing time. I may have gotten a lemon EGO but I'm not going to waste my time changing the line on it if I got another one. Oh by the way , that black and decker is fast.
Have an older style Ego trimmer and still can't get use to it, the size/weight/balance...so I went back to my inexpensive 20volt B&D
How is customer service ? And warranty issues/replacement ? And overall quality?
Quality is good - customer service is as good as any - hit or miss
Nice surprise, didn't even expect this from Ego. When are you reviewing the multi tool?
Working on that too
Thanks for the video. Can you tell us how long the line lasts and how often you have to tap it? Seems like a bit of a design flaw to have to tap a plastic head to feed the line.
I read a review on Lowe's website that the orange line cord kept breaking and the guy recommended using the black and green line because it's much tougher to break. Any issues with the orange line breaking on you?
Bought mine today,,,it is great!
How does this compare to the ST1521S model? Thanks for the video 👍
Kite Army your making me wanna go get newer power load wtf looks pretty powerful
Good stuff for sure
Just bumped into your channel great quick review for 2021. Would you say that changing the handle to edge is worth it? I was not a fan of getting the weed eater and then the edger. Thanks for the review and keep up the good work.
Not if you already own an EGO trimmer
Looks like your amazon link goes to the wrong product? You are reviewing the 2021 aluminum model, but the link goes to older models (e.g., carbon with split shaft). Amazon likes to lump things together and then separate them later, so I'm guessing that's what happened here. Ego's description of their trimmers is very confusing, and I've spent hours trying to figure out which were older models and what features were improved upon. A video detailing the differences between their trimmers would be awesome! Also, how do the stand-alone trimmers compare to the multi-head trimmer?
Yeah - I think the new string trimmer is sold out - that's why Amazon dropped it
Thank you for the video. Much appreciated 😊
Great video....I am torn between WORX and EGO.....The convo kit with blower. Do you also like the mowers?? Would love your advice.
Worx is really in a different class - this is prosumer and EGO owns it
You mentioned the cost of the wires on the Ryobi. What is the cost of the wires on this trimmer??
How long does the battery last? I have an 1 1/2 acres of trimming; noting major, though...
I love your videos!
You should be good - I would say about 45min of trimming
Very cool I just got one today can’t wait to try it
Good luck!
I love my ego products have the blower , weed eater , pole saw and 14 inch chain saw !!! Chain saw is the only one I’ve had a problem with the oiler stop working 😖😖😖 typical me I didn’t register for the warranty and couldn’t find my receipt, if I could have provided a receipt from buying it they would have still honored the saw !!! So make sure everyone register for your warranty 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💥💥💥💥
Good tip
Lol best home owner string trimmer more like
That is true - not commercial
I just bought a Ryobi, assembled today, unassembled it an hour later thanks to you. ☺️ Back to Home Depot it goes. I’ve ordered the Ego. One question, would the shoulder strap be worth getting?
I have never used it - did you get the 2.5Ah battery?
@@Kitearmy Yes. BTW, I got the strap with some reward points. Figured why not? 👍🏼
@@vidikat Smart move - I have never used the strap
@@Kitearmy I’ll give feedback after I give it a spin.
This trimmer is great, I have no problem so far
Amen brotha
I'm so interested in getting one with the included battery. Is the battery 1st or 2nd Gen....? Thanks in advance! Love your videos by the way...
Thanks mate - second Gen
I'd rather have the ST 1521S With Carbon Fiber shaft instead of the quick adjustable handle and head. How often do you adjust handle and head but the carbon fiber shaft will give you longer durability in the long run!
I think they will both hold up - but I can certainly see the appeal of the carbon fiber shaft
Buying one today! Thanks
Cool - follow up with your thoughts
oops I meant to ask which model string trimmer is included in the Ego trimmer/blower kit ST1502LB and is it worth buying as a kit vs separtely?
Andrew,
EGO's done it again.
Amen brotha
How tall are u and what is the length of that trimmer/edger ? How much does it weigh with the battery ? How long does the battery last ?
Awesome video! What size string do you recommend for this weed eater. Thank you 👍🏻
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@@Kitearmy 2.4mm
@@Saxondog that helps too - in the US it's inches
Bought one. Sweet trimmer.
Good choice!