Customer reviews from greenworkstools.com
Greenworks - 16" Brushless String Trimmer, with 2.5Ah Battery and Rapid Charger - Green
Average customer rating
4.5 out of 5
4.5
(537 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 537 reviews
5 Stars
387
4 Stars
88
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
12
1 Star
29
93%of customers recommend this product. 
(
413 out of 445
)
Best Buy Privacy Policy
Customer Reviews for Greenworks - 16" Brushless String Trimmer, with 2.5Ah Battery and Rapid Charger - Green
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Power
on July 9, 2026
Posted by: Travis0
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've had this trimmer for a few months now, and i'm very impressed by how much power it has as well as great runtime. It has lasted well over an hour a few times now with power to spare. Charge time is about an hour, sometimes less. Cutting is very strong, and i've never had to use the higher output setting on it. I do recommend getting the shoulder strap like I did. The unit is a bit heavy. I would compare the electric to a gas powered trimmer as far as weight goes. Pretty similar. Definitely a great residential trimmer. I won't recommend this to a commercial user. You would have to by several batteries to be on standby for all day use.
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great trimmer - very lightweight
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: alanra
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Very highly capable and lightweight trimmer. Very happy with it so far.
Pros: Easy to Use, Quiet, Durable, Effective, Powerful
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
Nice surprise of reconditioned mower
on July 7, 2026
Posted by: Moy$$
from Berwyn, IL
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
When I purchased a reconditioned lawn mower, I was worried that it work properly. But I’m pleasantly surprise it has the power and pulling drive to move thru my small front and rear yard. The overall appearance is great also as the two included batteries working time. So far, I’m glad with the purchase.
Pros: Convenient, Easy to Use, Quiet, Environmentally Safe, Effective, Powerful
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
1 out of 5
1
It won't turn on I've tried 3 batteries
on July 5, 2026
Posted by: Bageled
Verified Purchase:Yes
It won't turn on I've tried 3 batteries. I don't know what to do
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from greenworkstools.comBy GreenworksJuly 6, 2026
Hello BAgeled.
We are sorry to hear you are having trouble getting your string trimmer started. To power on the 80V trimmer, please ensure the battery is fully charged and firmly seated in the unit until it clicks into place. Then, press and hold the safety lock-out button (typically located near the handle) while simultaneously squeezing the trigger. The unit will only start when both the lock-out button and trigger are engaged at the same time. Once running, you can release the lock-out button while continuing to hold the trigger. If the unit still does not turn on after trying multiple batteries, we recommend checking that the battery contacts and terminals are clean and free of debris, and ensuring the battery is not in sleep mode (some batteries may require being placed on the charger briefly to reset). For additional guidance, you may find it helpful to search “Greenworks 80V string trimmer how to start” on Greenworks Tools YouTube channel for a visual walkthrough of the starting process for most of our tools. If the issue continues, we encourage you to contact Greenworks success so they can further troubleshoot your unit and determine next steps. They can be reached either using the online chat function, on Greenworks Tools page, or by calling 1-888-909-6757.
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
3 out of 5
3
Line Won't Autofeed
on July 2, 2026
Posted by: Meg02
from Charleston, SC
Gender:Female
I want to love this trimmer, it's powerful and gets the job done...for the first 5 minutes then it's a nightmare. I cannot get it to line to autofeed and the bump method doesn't work either. As soon as the string gets too short I have to take the entire thing apart and respool the line. So what should take me less than 15 minutes to do is taking me over an hour.
Pros: Powerful
Response from greenworkstools.comBy GreenworksJuly 3, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear the trimmer has the power you were expecting, but we understand how frustrating it can be when the line does not advance properly during use. A few things may help improve auto-feed and bump performance: first, confirm the spool is installed correctly and seated fully in the head, with the line routed cleanly through the eyelets. Check that the line is the correct diameter (.080" is typically recommended for this model) and not tangled, crossed, or wound too tightly, as this can prevent proper feeding. It can also help to remove the spool and rewind it evenly with light tension, ensuring the line follows the directional arrows on the spool. During operation, make sure to bump the head on a firm surface while running at full speed, as insufficient RPM can prevent the mechanism from advancing the line. Additionally, inspect the bump knob and spring for wear or debris that could restrict movement. For helpful visual references, we recommend checking our Greenworks YouTube channel for instructional videos and additional tips that may assist with trimmer head maintenance and line replacement. If the issue continues after these checks, our support team would be happy to assist further and help identify any potential defects or compatibility concerns. They can be reached either using the online chat function, on Greenworks Tools page, or by calling 1-888-909-6757. We appreciate your patience and your feedback.
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Machine
on June 29, 2026
Posted by: darthvader
from Rochester Hills, MI
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Such a powerful improvement over my old (but also great) Greenworks trimmer.
Pros: Easy to Use, Quiet, Environmentally Safe, Effective, Powerful
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
No more fighting cords
on June 24, 2026
Posted by: RingmasterTy
from South Carolina
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Im really impressed with the ease of use and no longer having to fight extensión cords.
Pros: Convenient, Easy to Use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
LOVE IT
on June 18, 2026
Posted by: mhk3604
Gender:Female
Best purchase this year!!!! It does a great job and it is easy to handle for a 67 year old female. My country yard hasn't looked this good in years!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting greenworkstools.com
Showing 1-8 of 537 results 
1 2 3 4 5 ... 68 >>