Customer Reviews for Greenworks - 82V 16" (1.5kW) Brushless Prosumer Cordless String Trimmer, 2.5Ah Battery and Dual Port Charger Included - Green
Customer Rating
4
Heavy!
on August 22, 2026
Posted by: drrhs
Used it once; its heavy! Make sure to purchase a double shoulder harness or make sure to schedule massage therapy.
Response from greenworkstools.comBy Greenworks, August 25, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your sense of humor and understand that weight can be an important consideration when choosing outdoor power equipment. Our 80 Volt platform is designed to deliver professional-grade power and performance, which can result in a heavier tool compared to some of our other battery platforms. For added comfort during extended use, Greenworks offers accessories such as the exoFLEX Shoulder Strap, which helps distribute the weight of compatible string trimmers. If lighter weight is a priority, you may also wish to explore our 40 Volt or 24 Volt product options. Thank you for choosing Greenworks. If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Success team at 1-888-909-6757 or start a Live chat on www.greenworkstools.com.
Purchased: March 12, 2026 - 80v mower, trimmer, blower combo Notes: First purchase of battery powered mower. Yard is small (6,000 sqft). St. Augustine grass. Pros: Sturdy construction, made in USA, blower is awesome Cons: Battery runs out after 30 minutes. Purchased 80v for longer run time. Trimmer is heavy and cumbersome. I'm still using my old Ryobi trimmer because it is so light and easy to use. Was going to buy a Greenworks edger attachment and extra 80v battery, but Ryobi edger with battery and charger was less than half the cost of Greenworks. Mower motor response is slow to rev up for thicker grass, leaving uncut blades of grass all over the yard. Wheels lock up if you pull backward after releasing self propel. My takeaway is that I don't feel like there was any advantage to buying the 80V package.
Pros: Quiet
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from greenworkstools.comBy Greenworks, July 13, 2026
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback. We are glad you found the construction solid and are enjoying the blower, but we understand your concerns about runtime, tool weight, and overall performance. Battery runtime can vary based on grass type and cutting conditions. Thicker grass like St. Augustine may require more power, which can reduce runtime and affect cutting consistency. Raising the cutting height slightly and mowing more often may help improve performance and reduce strain on the motor. For Greenworks rear-wheel self-propelled units, the drive system is designed to assist forward mowing and improve traction. When backing up, release the self-propel lever before pulling the mower rearward. If the wheels feel locked, stop, allow the drive system to fully disengage, and then pull back slowly with the handle slightly lifted. If the issue continues, please refer to the owner’s manual for model-specific guidance. We also appreciate your feedback on the trimmer weight and mower response. These comments are valuable and will be shared with our team. If you would like us to help with optimizing the tool’s performance or exploring options, our Success team is available through the Greenworks Tools website Contact Us page, either through Chat or by phone at 1-888-909-6757. Thank you again for trying the 80V platform and for sharing your experience.
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 Greenworks, July 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.
Excellent performance, high torque motor makes short work of heavy vegetation. Battery life is exceptional for the heavy load I put it through. Very happy and would recommend to anyone who wants to get tough jobs done.
This is the first battery powered trimmer we’ve had. My husband was skeptical but turns out he really likes it. I’ve heard him tell several people about it and how powerful it is. He does wish the guard was larger.
Pros: Convenient, Cost-Saver, Easy to Use, Durable, Effective, Powerful