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Skil - PWRCORE20 20-Volt 13-Inch Cutting Diameter Brushless Straight Shaft Grass Trimmer (1 x 4.0Ah Battery and 1 x Charger) - Red/black
Average customer rating
4.5
(46 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 46 reviews
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Star
0
92%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Skil - PWRCORE20 20-Volt 13-Inch Cutting Diameter Brushless Straight Shaft Grass Trimmer (1 x 4.0Ah Battery and 1 x Charger) - Red/black
Customer Rating
5
Solid Trimmer
on May 12, 2021
Posted by: AdamW
from Grand Rapids, MI
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This trimmer is perfect for light jobs around the house. The included battery provides more than enough power and time for multiple uses. The convenience and comfort of battery power is unmatched by any gas trimmer you could buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Customer Rating
5
Pro Grade
on May 26, 2021
Posted by: Mark___
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Let’s face it, using battery-powered tools & yard equipment can be a crapshoot. Whether it’s the battery dying well before the job is done, an inconsistent power flow as the battery drains, or - worst of all – diving into a project only to find your battery packs are all outta juice, battery power typically lacks the consistency & reliability gas is known for. Enter the PWR CORE 20, a battery-powered trimmer as powerful as any gas trimmer I’ve used in the past, with a fit & finish that puts it in a class alongside professional-grade equipment.
The battery, itself, charges quickly (15-20 mins) to full strength right out of the box. Once you get to work, the motor delivers consistent power, and the variable speed trigger offers the control to take down gnarly weeds and trim a clean edge with equal aplomb. Located on top of the handle is a switch to engage a more-powerful speed setting, and even though I’m yet to find the right opportunity for it, it’s nice to know it’s there should the Midwest ever turn into a jungle climate.
Beyond battery issues, another reason I sought an upgrade from my old trimmer was its cheap construction - it felt like nothing more than wiring covered in molded plastic. The PWR CORE is sleek, but it does have a bit of heft to it. Rather than feeling unwieldy or uncontrollable, it strikes the exact opposite. The trimmer is noticeably agile & balanced, you can tell it was designed with the job in mind. Not only that, but the buttons, switches, and triggers all have a smooth action, and their surfaces have a grippiness to them that aid in control. Small details, but together they make yardwork a bit more bearable, and that’s a win in my book…
The battery, itself, charges quickly (15-20 mins) to full strength right out of the box. Once you get to work, the motor delivers consistent power, and the variable speed trigger offers the control to take down gnarly weeds and trim a clean edge with equal aplomb. Located on top of the handle is a switch to engage a more-powerful speed setting, and even though I’m yet to find the right opportunity for it, it’s nice to know it’s there should the Midwest ever turn into a jungle climate.
Beyond battery issues, another reason I sought an upgrade from my old trimmer was its cheap construction - it felt like nothing more than wiring covered in molded plastic. The PWR CORE is sleek, but it does have a bit of heft to it. Rather than feeling unwieldy or uncontrollable, it strikes the exact opposite. The trimmer is noticeably agile & balanced, you can tell it was designed with the job in mind. Not only that, but the buttons, switches, and triggers all have a smooth action, and their surfaces have a grippiness to them that aid in control. Small details, but together they make yardwork a bit more bearable, and that’s a win in my book…
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Posted by: Anonymous
from Loiza, Puerto Rico
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Need more powerfull
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from skil.comBy SKIL, CS, February 7, 2023
Hi there, Victor! We appreciate you taking the time to review your 20V string trimmer. We would like to get in touch to ensure that your tool is operating up to our standards. Please reach out to our Customer Support line at 1-877-754-5999. Thank you!
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Posted by: Bart D
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
good product but really needs a guide when being used near fences or walls of wood plastic earth etc so as to prevent damage.
also adjustabe shaft would be nice
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from skil.comBy SKIL, CS, June 13, 2021
Hi Bart, thank you for your feedback; it is greatly appreciated. We strive for superior products. Your comments will be passed along. Please call for any further assistance: 1-877-754-5999.
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Customer Rating
4
Works great just the batteries do not last long.
on August 6, 2022
Posted by: BridgetNJ
Verified Purchase:Yes
Giving four stars mostly because very easy to replace the string. We all been there we all done that where some weed whackers are such a pain in the butt to string. Directions that came with it are terrible but thanks to an online video of some guy on You Tube, it was a breeze changing once you know how to do it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Customer Rating
4
Powerful Trimmer...
on May 10, 2021
Posted by: AlexM
from PA
Gender:Male
I have had the opportunity of using this trimmer for my entire yard - almost an acre. My first impression was that it does punch some power and it is very light and balanced to carry! And it works great overall. Unfortunately the battery it comes with will not last for the full duration of the effort... I must say, the effort was considerable given I was completing the first in-depth yard trimming of the season here in PA and did require much work. I suspect I will be able to complete my regular work on one battery charge going forward... But you might want to get a spare battery to be safe!
Also, I wish the head had a guard you can adjust so that you can complete trimming faster and easier. (The guard I am referring to includes a small arm one can set for when trimming beds and does not have to hold it a specific height.)
Good tool overall. Looking forward to continue using it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Customer Rating
5
Bump feed baby!
on May 10, 2021
Posted by: EazyE
from Grand Rapids
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After running a gas powered string trimmer for the past 10 yrs I made the switch over to electric and it’s perfect for around the house. The bump feed is new to me, but wow. Anytime you string runs low, pull off the trigger and it will feed back up with no issues!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting skil.com
Customer Rating
5
This is a high quality tool
on May 23, 2021
Posted by: DKH1809
from Palm Desert, CA
Gender:Male
The very first thing you’ll notice when unpacking the SKIL string trimmer is the quality of the design, engineering, and materials. It was very easy to assemble (i.e. ‘unfold’, then literally, took just 5 minutes to complete). I own a SKIL PWRCORE 20V Leaf Blower, and had a fully charged battery, so I inserted and took the new trimmer out for a spin, while I charged the new battery.
You’ll find two speed settings and a lock-off button – a very nice safety feature that requires you to hold along with trigger switch to start. An interesting design feature is my forearm rests comfortably on the battery insert casing behind the handle and provides leverage and balance. It’s a good length from top to bottom, and permits access safely to areas I need to trim. And trim it does! It works so much better than my old electric weed wacker.
Because I own several SKIL 20v cordless tools, it’s easy to forget one of the most significant features of this series of Skil tools…you’re not tethered to an extension cord, or refilling a gas tank, as you work!
It works incredibly well and I’ve recommended Skill 20V series to my family, neighbors and friends!
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