BLACK+DECKER String Trimmer with Auto Feed, Electric, 6.5-Amp, 14-Inch (BESTA510)

I got it to replace a battery operated trimmer, also from Black & Decker. While the original trimmer worked fine, I realized I needed something more powerful to tackle my long neglected yard. Basically the "yard" has turned into a "field" because what grows out there is not lawn grass. Because I didn't mow it earlier this year, by the time I felt well enough to tackle the "lawn" with my new trimmer, the grasses were thick and as much as two feet tall. Two things I noticed right away: this trimmer is powerful, and it does not get "clogged" with the long stems in the areas where grass has gone to seed. I am writing this review because I needed to come online to check on how to replace the string. Based on reviews I read before purchase, I ordered three replacements spools. I am a 78 year old woman with some arthritis in my hands. It took me longer to open the package than to replace the string. So, yes, this trimmer goes through string MUCH faster than my last two trimmers, both battery powered and both used for several years on the original spool. No complaints. This trimmer does such a good job on the thick, tall grass in my yard that I am very glad I decided to switch to the corded model. .... It is also easier to use because it is lighter.

LOVE THIS! I have a bad back and neck, I own three gas weed wackers but cannot use any of them because I can't pull the string to get them to work besides the fact that they're heavier. This is so easy and I feel better about not having to use that smelly gas. It's so light wieght that anyone that has back issues will appreciate. It was so easy to put together, took less than 5 minutes. Using the electric weed wacker to me is so much more safe as I can turn it off and unplug it while I'm moving things around vs using a gas weed wacker. I'm very pleased with this and I highly recommend it.

Having been used to B&Ds battery units, i wasnt expecting the performance of this corded trimmer. After 6 years of using a B&D battery trimmer, and suffering the last two with battery charging issues, it finally crapped the bed. So i got this, sick of charging batteries and having them last under 10 mins a charge. And if i am honest, the battery units didnt have the power for the tough stuff.This 6.5amp corded unit is a lot louder and more powerful and if you live with St Augustine and or Bahia grass, this unit is the business.It doesn't have the trigger lock like the battery units so be careful, also it uses a two prong cord not the expected 3.It cuts through overgrowth with ease especially if you are edging.The edging wheel is further out than the battery model, so it helps cut through taller st augustine for edging.The only negative is the auto spool. Hence the4 and not 5 stars. I went through the included spool doing half of .12 acres. Luckily i had a spare spool from the battery trimmer, so i was happy they are compatible.The extension cord held in place. Only under stretching the cord did it get unplugged.But watch out not to go over the cord. The trimmer will pick it up quick and wrap it around itself quick. Ask me how i know 😄Assembly was easy, the only screw is for the trimmer guard and its already screwed into the guard so youll have to unscrew it. The adjustable handle was easy to put on after you realize you have to push both sides in on the trimmer to slip the handle on. But after that, it slips on easy.So yeah. Its a great trimmer. Very powerful but it goes through the spool incredibly fast.

A perfectly priced corded Weed whacker. I received it today and used it today. My first time ever using a weed whacker and it was easy from start to finish. The assembly was easy, it took me all but 5 minutes if that to put it together, plugged in my 100ft extension cord that I brought from Home Depot (which was cheaper than Amazon) and edged up my front yard. The side way edging feels a little awkward using but I’m sure the more I do it the more I’ll get better at it. The gray wheel helps you to keep a good distance from slapping up against any type of bricks you may have it your garden as well. It has more power than I excepted and cuts down anything the line whips across and the automatic line feed works perfect

I am slightly shocked at how well this thing works. I have two very expensive fuel powered weedeaters and can never get them to start. They are heavy and I am exhausted after a short time. This little beauty weighs next to nothing and I don’t have to worry about it not starting !I have 5 acres and so far it has gone through some really thick nasty weeds with no problem. Not having to keep feeding the string is amazing! So glad I bought this.

I am so happy with this purchase! It's a beast! My property was overgrown and this took care of it so fast and easy to use! I've bought rechargeable battery trimmers w/metal blades in the past, such a disappointment. This corded string trimmer is the way to go!

I’m so glad I got my own yard tools. It works great trimming the yard and cutting down things i like or need doing. My only complaint is the cord falls off very easily.