I bought the Ego hedge trimmers last year and was so impressed that just last week I ordered the trimmer/edger combo and the new 180 mph blower. Should all be here next week and I can't wait. I've already sold my Stihl trimmer and Husqvarna blower.haha Bye bye to mixing oil and gas.
Unpopular opinion I guess, but we purchased into the atlas line and are loving it. I work on pipelines and so I’m not home much, my girlfriend wanted things she can use easier than gas and so we started looking. We were going to originally go with the Lowe’s versions of these tools and on arrival Lowe’s was out of stock. So we decided to run down to harbor freight to just browse the atlas. We ended up buying the 40v trimmer and 80v non self-p mower. The rapid charger and the battery. The manager was cool and let us use the 20dollar off coupon twice and the modified another 10 dollar off coupon twice to work for the battery and charger. So all together we got 60 dollars off. I’m not saying there isn’t better out there as for the ego. But for our needs this did hit the spot, and they do get the job done just fine.
For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. ruclips.net/user/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.
I love this trimmer. Bought the mower too. Volume and decibel ratio were amazing, charge is excellent, balance and weight on the 80v spectacular for both tools I own, and dont have fast charger. Mainly because I can trim one day and mow a day or two after or via versa. I still like a little manual labor at my own home, so I took the trimmer apart and wound the line. After break in, I'll try the normal way. I have ran gas and 2 cycle my whole life, 40 yrs of I cant hear anything and my arm shaking after weed eating for hrs. With this trimmer and mower I've mowed and trimmed after midnight. Love a full and blue moon. Lol no cops no neighbors walking out. I'm just now in the electrics and I'm loving learning about and the benefits. I would rather charge a bit and work, then breath in toxic fumes, and I cant hear anything or feel my limbs for a few hrs, have to run for gas and oil and the sound of gas and 2cycle. Just wanted to put my my 2 cents in. I cant wait for break in reviews. I need that shit. Like dew point, humidity, storage, like time of components and such. Only complaint a switch for led on trimmer and mower. Also spike wheels for mower maybe a seeder attachment that can connect to wheel axle and a plastice edger connect for eater. My l.e.d hat light works great though. Thanks and later
I have 4 of the 40V Atlas yard tools. I only like them - because I just inherited the house and there’s no power there.😅 But, seriously, I haven’t used anything else. I keep batteries and chargers for Atlas, Bauer and Warrior, in one of those heavy duty cases from HF and charge them at my apartment or work. I just restrung the trimmer, for the first time, today. Yes, I had to watch 2+ videos to get that right as the instructions suck. But, so far, I’m satisfied as, I keep the lawn because I have to and not as a hobby. I do like that auto kid for the EGO. But, not a deal breaker for me. I love no cords and no gas. Can’t work at night because of no mains power. But also because of noise ordinances. I hope to never need the lawn mower as, I hope to replace with ground cover.
After using the Atlas 80V trimmer, I can tell you that I am very happy with the performance. With that stated, the line feeder is a pain the the ass. At first it is ok, but over time it does not align the strings as it should to only break or get stuck in the feeder. I spent and lost at least 2 hours trying to figure out what I was doing or what was wrong with feeder....at the end, that is it's weakest area. Luckily I finished my yard , I am going to take it back and either get one that is fresh and the feeder is not used to hope they can fix the feeder issue. I was trying to add the Echo Speed Feed 400 to it, but it will need some modification to be able to attach it. Harbor Frieght needs fix that feeder then they would have an excellent trimmer.
You are right - with some work they could make this an excellent trimmer - but I only could review what I bought. You should watch the Toro trimmer review I just did - same exact model as the Harbor Freight
Adding line... just have to learn what the tool wants. It was a pain for me too until I learned the trick. Turn it and push down or whatever you gotta do till you can see through the holes then feed the line through. Don't be afraid to pop off the top and take out remaining short line before installing the new line. I'm using some really thick line and it works just fine
Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.
I have the atlas & have for a few yrs now im a gardener n do yardwork for ppl & ive tried multiple battery operated weed eaters in by far the atlas is still my favorite
I have an EGO blower and string trimmer. Just don't see the love for these. Been thru 2 batteries and am in need of another. Was in the market for a cordless limbing saw and bought the Atlas version along with the 40/80 volt battery and charger from harbour freight. Absolutely love it! Battery time is the most I've ever gotten on a cordless yard tool. After pricing new EGo battery, Ive decided to replace my weed eater with the Atlas version. Looked at the feedback on Harbour Freight and all I can say is that there sure are a lot of very happy Atlas weedeater users out there.
My ryobi just died. Looking at battery. Was leaning towards ego n just saw battery is 250.. Am I missing something? Wtf tool battery charger combo is 200
I just bought one for $211 with tax. They had a special, but the battery get the trimmer for free ($139.99 for the battery). The rapid charger was $79.99 and I had a 25% coupon ($59.99 for the charger). For the amount of weed whacking I have to do, I think I will be happy with it.
So I have an update that I'd like to share concerning the Ego ST1521S. After watching this video, I was amp'd!! I cruised the ole Ranger straight over to Home D' and purchased this puppy. Assembly started simple with a single screw for the mid-shaft region, and grew to being increasingly annoying when attaching the front-assist handle assembly (I did not like this). I bypassed the guard and went straight for charging the battery for 1st time use, which only took 12 minutes to complete. Thereafter, I inserted the battery and went straight to the yard. The trimmer, as noted in Kite Army's video, has plenty of power with impressively smooth operation. My only gripe with this model is the beveled, bubbled, or rounded (whatever you'd like to call it) portion of the spool retainer assembly. While the loading mechanism is truly intuitive, its design really keeps you from getting that close, edging trim without awkwardly angling yourself to do so. You would've thought I was doing the funky fried chicken dance at first. This is my honest review.
I found my trimmer at Harbor Freight at a ridiculously low price. And YOU showed me why it was a good deal. (Y'know. Coupon 'n all...). And even more important, you showed me how to replace/unclog the string! Thanks! I'm happy with my trimmer. I eventually replaced my hedge trimmer, too. I had an old Craftsman that simply took too much time keep it running!
I love the Atlas 80v trimmers. I have used all sorts of gas trimmers, including commercial models, and the 80v atlas performs very well. I wish they would make a brush cutter now
I think a better comparison to add is the other 40v ATLAS too. I've had the 40V model and upgraded my Stringer, Battery, and Charger to 80V model @ Harbor Freight and just paid the difference -- both with coupons. With the 80V model includes more lightweight metal than plastic, more weight from the battery.. so it balances out. You can mount the handle to where you feel comfortable for height. The 80V model runs the thicker neon orange line. I've done my home yard and a few landscaping projects with these.
I spread the cost of 2 batteries and a quick charger among the multiple tools they work with. For instance, I bought the self powered lawnmower (love it) which requires 2 batteries, 80volt chainsaw, 80volt blower, pole saw as well as the 80volt weed whacker all from Atlas which use the same batteries. I swap them from one tool to the next. I’m pretty happy with this set of tools.
I bought this for my wife because she wanted and electric trimmer. She used it once then I inherited it. I like the quietness , the build quality is good, as stated the price is high but I haven't regreted it yet.
I took the chainsaw back, it's light duty and not commercial quality like advertised, but I kept the trimmer, have used it for years now. It works great.
If you have a suburban plot of land (quarter acre) i recommend the greenworks 18" corded 10 amp trimmer, which delivers more than enough power than you'd ever need, and is currently selling on Amazon for $63. I changed the bump feed head, but that's about the only thing I've done to it since purchase
I purchased the the trimmer with the blower and 18" Chainsaw. Two batteries and rapid charger. First the blower is a beast, but does eat up one battery very fast if on turbo mode. The trimmer was a highlight for me. One battery was a good for my front yard and had plenty of power for bother vertical and horizontal trimming and edging. I do not think I could use my gas trimmer again for my yard. The drawbacks are; the blower will use up battery juice if using turbo. The battery tends to die at the 1 green bar, not completely die and no green bars. The trimmer head for changing adding string is a ball buster and if you add to much string, the inertia can bind the string due to stress and heat in the head and string breaks. Plus the turning part due to the groves in the plastic can cut into your skin an won't know that a chunk of your finger skin has been cut and bleeding. If they need to work on anything, it would be the battery life or technology. I am going to experiment to see if the echo universal string head can be added to the trimmer? If it can, then I believe you have a good setup. Have not tried the chainsaw yes, but looks promising.
Cool - what did you think of the cost? I feel like much cheaper alternatives are on the market that have better performance and quality. Curious why you choose Atlas...
@@Kitearmy I like the good stuff for tools like Milwaukee, Mikita, Ridgid, etc, when comparing all these brands with their own chargers and batteries, they were much more expensive when combed. For the trimmer, I wanted it to go clockwise, and Atlas trimmer does that. The blower was an impulse decision and do not regret it. Because I can use when cleaning out my flip homes and plus it seems almost similar or equal in price to the brand name ones. When comparing chainsaws, I like the 18inch bar and the other brands were mostly 16 or 14 inch for the same price. Plus I saw some review videos and was impress. Plus, I wanted to keep the garden equipment separate from my tool setup and batteries.
I have the atlas 80 volt trimmer and it was not bad (my first battery trimmer). My biggest issue was that after a short time using it, the bump feed stops working. Every now and then it would feed out line. After awhile I would just bump it harder which broke the head on 2 separate occasions and the last time it just jammed itself in the housing and I can’t remove the head and the motor won’t turn. I am getting a EGO later on this week.
Today i bought this trimmer. I spent $290 because it doesn’t come as a kit so $290 for tool, 80v battery, and a charger. I trimmed 1 yard with it and its not bad at all. But wouldn’t I get more for the money I paid if I took the atlas back and got a Ego which comes as a kit for less money? Ego seems to give alot of value for $219 where I live.
Great vid and thanks. I'm trying out the 40v version of this and impressed more than I anticipated, but have an issue that requires a return. Was thinking of upgrading to the 80v but after seeing this, I might just return everything and order an Ego.
Second year using Atlas weed eater with zero problems. Many hours on this product and would definitely buy again if it ever fails.Only fault I can see is the slow charging rate.Bought 2 batteries so it's not really an issue.
i looked around and couldn't even find an 80v trimmer at a big box store. and what I did find was easily 30% more costly and more. PS that 80V trimmer is on sale today at HF for $89 (tool only). I just bought one. Looking fwd.
I could not agree more about the overpricing of all these battery operated gadgets EGO or ATLAS. BTW, any string trimmer that you have to tap to release more string is a STUPID design that will wear off all the plastic mechanism of the spool in no time, unless it is equiped with a steel rounded/ball touch point. Where are our American designers/builders ???
It's only expensive if that is the only Atlas tool that you buy. I bought the trimmer along with a lawn mower. I was going to buy the mower anyway, so once I had the charger and the battery, AND a $20 coupon I got the 80/40V trimmer for only $65 more.
I don't understand why you are saying the cost is not low? I priced the 80v self propelled mower, battery, and supercharger at $406 with coupons out the door. Every other mower I looked at was more expensive. The 56v ego was $400, tool only at Home Depot. The Atlas mower with the 25% off Easter coupon is $239.99 plus tax, and you can use the 20% coupon for the battery and charger. You could wait another 30 days for another 20% coupon or just go to another Harbor freight and ask for the 20% off on the trimmer, and most of them will give you the discount. They apply it for me most of the time and I don't even ask for it. It seems like a good bargain to me. This is coming from someone who use to cut yards for a living.
1) Most people do not want to wait 30 days to buy a complete set of tools 2)Here is the EGO at Home Depot for $400 (not on sale yet) www.homedepot.com/p/EGO-21-in-56V-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Electric-Walk-Behind-Push-Mower-5-0-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-Included-LM2101/206515766 3)most important is that you are happy :)
@@Kitearmy I was wrong. You can't use the Easter coupon or the 20% off on any of their real tools. It comes out to $469 plus tax after applying the $20 off coupon. The ego is only 56v and it isn't self propelled. Someone tested the 80v kobalt mower against the ego, and he said the Kobalt had more power.
@@Kitearmy I understand all of the terminology, but the 80v is still stronger and hardly anyone is saying that the battery quit before they finished. I really prefer the steel construction to the plastic construction of the ego.
If all you get is the trimmer it’s probably not much savings. The savings is getting into the mower and battery system in general. I’m sure ego is great, but the Atlas mower is substantially less cost. Once you have the mower, battery and charger, the trimmer is not terrible. It’s like dewalt and Milwaukee tools... once you are into the battery system the rest isn’t so bad.
Even though that 20% off coupon does not say Atlas is exempt, it does say all the other brands are exempt with the outdoor tools. So they would not let me use the 20% on it either. So you would be paying the full percentage.
Thank you for showing how to replace the line. I bought one and the line it came with was fed in a different way and not feeding and it felt like I was doing something wrong trying to follow the instructions in the book because that was NOT the way it was fed out of the box.
I learned a long time ago to only buy Harbor Freight hand tools....nothing with a motor in it. They have so many levels of items, it's hard to decide, and if you go with the top tier, they are often close to really good equipment in pricing....even with their coupon..... I bought my EGO, self propelled Selectcut, the new 650cfm blower, and the Carbon fibre shaft trimmer ......all in kit form with the batteries, pretty much on Your reviews.. I'll say, I couldn't be happier....Coming from Ryobi, the EGO is a Serious upgrade. I also believe, I'd buy a 40volt Ryobi expandit trimmer, kit with battery and charger for 150.00 before this harbor Freight kit...
I would agree that their low-end motorized products are suspect. However, there are a few exceptions. They have a 4.5" angle grinder that often sells for $9.99 that I have used and abused for years. Still going strong, and cuts through *anything*!
I bought this trimmer...not bad, good enough power, batteries seem good... however, re-stringing the trimmer is ridiculous, it takes way too long and eats your hands up in the process! Wish I had known about the EGO before I bought it!
I have the Ryobi 18v edger plus the 40v brushless weedwacker and the two 40v blowers. Looking to upgrade the 30 year old mower to the brushless Ryobi 40v mower.
Man I always appreciate your work so Thumbs Up comes automatic but let me first express my greatest thanks to you, for accepting my words to make a test run on HarborFright's tools as a lot (And I mean A LOT) of us are buying a lot of things from them. Why? Simple coz Money talks! But let me share my personal standing and view. After trying more than half a dozen different make blowers, with not much success on something that makes the job done well, I finally listen to you and bought that EGO blower. Boy what a treat... I never ever had anything that powerful and that great with only con being short life of 2.5 battery that came with it. I got it as Refurb from HomeDepot when on sale for $100 so a REALLY great buy too. Next to do good with battery, when I saw the second time sale on EGO, got another blower and a Trimer (Exact model you show here), just to for the sake of free Battery and charger that comes with them, again each of these (Refurbished model on sale) form HD was $100 (Not bare tool but complete kit). So now I have three batteries that I guess I still paid less compared to buying a single 5 Amp battery! But I got two additional tools and two additional chargers for free (Can't say I always hate HD anymore!). I must add by far that EGO trimmer is the BEST out there. Not only for the sake of fast feeder as you show here that is powered and hassle-free but for the EXCELLENT quality of the tool and work it produce. I got the same Carbon fiber one and really really LOVE IT. Long story short: You 're my hero and thanks for your excellent prior recommendations that made my life a lot easier. Words won't do them justice to say how thankful I'm with your good reviews and recommendations and TG I followed your advice. Love your video clips that have the BEST UNBIASSED recommendation and hope a lot more people realize and utilize this opportunity. Keep up the excellent work.
Loading string is ridiculous. I took the hide completely off my thumb trying to turn the knob. Other than that, it works great. I have the SP Mower too. Only gripe, battery could last longer.
It's so great to have a guy like you to help us make the right tool purchases. Your video's are intelligent, thorough and a wee bit funny. Thank you! That is one string trimmer I know none of your subscribers will buy. I'll take the Ego.
i bought the 80v mower and like it so far, so I felt compelled to buy the 80v weed eater today. Atlas ecosystem, maybe. Convenience is priceless, so I have 90 days to play with it to determine if a keeper. Battery life and power are most important and justify the cost if both meet my expectations. Thanks for your review and insight *Kite Army*
If you buy two Atlas 80v batteries a charger and all the 40v or 80v Atlas tools I would think that would be less expensive than the same EGO tools with all the batteries and chargers. But this guy never mentions that. I'm in the process of buying most of the Atlas tools one at a time when on sale so I can save the most money possible. I picked up the 80v leaf blower new in a damaged box for under $40 with tax thanks to a coupon.
Harbor freight seems to be taking off since Sears shut so much down. They've actually started making some nice quality stuff in the mix as well like the new vulcan welders but you definitely really have to look hard at whatever you plan to get to be sure. Thanks for the video!
I have the atlas mower and chain saw. My batteries charge in 65 minutes. The build quality on both those tools is solid in comparison to Kobalt and Dewalt. I have two batteries and will not need more. If I had the string trimmer I could easily mow my lawn, weed eat and blow with those. There is no need to buy a battery with each tool. Also I am looking at an ego 56v trimmer with battery and charger (not rapid charger) for $219.99. You are comparing the to the atlas 80v. The atlas 40v with battery and charger is $164.97 which is at least closer in specs. Apples and oranges my man. Apples and oranges.
@@Kitearmy my point had nothing to do with power. To get the same amp hours at 80v you need a larger more expensive battery. Your main knock on the atlas was cost.
I got a Hitachi trimmer at a big box store $120 years ago, a rebadged Tanaka with a 7yr 350hr epa rating, compared to the cheap stihl at 50hrs... Got a straight shaft at a mower repair shop free from a Husqvarna and put a big echo bump head on it No way this thing will keep up with it, it will still tach out with over 20" of cut diameter of 095 string
It is interesting - it seems like Ego puts more engineering effort into their products than any other cordless company out there and yet their products are very reasonably priced. Heck, I got my Ego weedeater on sale for $130 a few years ago and I still absolutely love it. Never had any issues with it or the blower and chainsaw.
Ego has their motor on the head which is for sure not a good idea by their company and is a major time off and their new automatic string bump feed head if it pops out its beyond hell to get back in. You always want a motor on the back of the weed eater behind your elbow. Never on the head where the string is!!!
I have 4 years with an EGO and I have one acre to trim down unwanted weeds and manage trimming the edges and its very strong...,even use it to munch down leaves that are packed down on the fence...the line feeder is very sturdy and easy to roll up manually
I just bought the ATLAS yesterday. Its still in its box. I checked out the EGO, its now at about $299. I got the ATLAS trimmer/charger/battery as well as trimmer line and warranties on everything for $298 after taxes. How does the price change on the EGO affect your opinion of one vs the other? And considering one has a warranty for sure, while Amazon said to reach out to the dealer directly to find out about any possible warrantees (which I did not), how would that affect your review? I saw your review after buying the ATLAS, and when you said $229, I considered returning it, but now that the price point is just about the same, it seems like I'd just be doing it for weight balance (which I don't care about) and auto string load (which is pretty sweet). 🤙
I prefer EGO over any other brand that I have tested: Did you see this model www.lowes.com/pd/EGO-Power-Plus-56-Volt-Max-15-in-Straight-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Battery-Included/5000200343
Thanks for the great review. I can only imagine when the head is covered with tried on grass how hard it will be to load. I will keep my EGO for sure. Thanks again
I hate the trimmer head! Bought the Echo trimmer adaptable head, but unfortunately did not work. Can you make a video if the Echo 80v trimmer head can be exchanged or get creative with other options?
You overpaid. On sale with coupon it was a steal. But the battery is expensive. Fortunately the battery has great capacity and can also power the push mower and blower.
The problem at harbor freight is they keep dropping lines of product. Will Atlas be there in 2 years and will there be support? I just bought the Echo cordless chainsaw because of that doubt over an Atlas 80v.
Kite Army, thank you. I couldn’t find a straight on review for this before purchasing. I’m headed over to your other video for the best cordless string trimmers.
@@Kitearmy Stihl is starting to suck on the cordless/electric side. I'm not a fan of their overpriced amateur products. They've been a commercial grade name for so long, and we find out that their legacy in this arena isn't as honorable as their past.
@@badboys239730 I pray that Stihl can get it together - That is why I think they partnered with Globe. They are 1 of the most revered brands out their.
Where did you get that " funky" music from? I hate about this trimmer:the string head doesn't last long .the bump head and auto load stopped working after 1 yr of use .now I have to replace it or buy a new machine and how can I get replacement parts for atlas?
I think for $120 for a home user that's going for the 80v vs gas it is cheaper in the long run vs say a gas Stihl or some other brands for $200. I know you going to say oh the battery. Well oh the gas and oil of the next 2 years 😳 1 time and you don't have to deal with gas going bad my Echo has had its ray of problems so I'm going with the ATLAS 80v as I've bought the 80v saw and ended up getting 2 batteries and have both the high speed charger that takes about an hour for full charging vs the other that takes hours. I didn't know about the high speed charger and I couldn't find my recipe then I decided just to keep it never know so 2 batteries. Might as well stick with it and try out the rest of there 80v and maybe some 40v stuff because the saw is a beast
I looked at other stuff and I really didn't plan on buying a battery powered chainsaw. I was looking for a good chainsaw saw as I had around 17 trees to cut down in my yard. I happened to sew a lot of videos on the ATLAS and I wasn't there to buy a saw. I just happened to see it was on sale so thought I would try it. The thing that sold me was I hate dealing with mixing gad now days and the gas doesn't hold up it you don't use it before long. I'm sure that most brands now are close to the same when it comes to the users who are experienced with that form of tool. Like the saw I handed it to a friend who dose tree work for a living and he loved it and had showed it off to others who wanted one after seeing how well it works. The battery is where they get you so because I decided to get 2 batteries I feel I might as well get the 80v trimmer. I don't think the blowers are a good idea for batteries at this time. I may had to EGO had I seen more reviews on it in real world use but it's to late now not buying more batteries and tools. It would be nice if they all worked on each other because some tools are better
Awesome trimmer. Works great and the battery lasts...BUT, loading the spool? I am returning it due to the fact that like he says...It is hard to reload the spool. I am not weak by any means but I cannot turn the spool to load the trim line. My friend who is a big guy had a difficult time. I will be looking for another trimmer that has an easier way to load the line or one where I can actually just replace the entire spool...
@@Kitearmy I have read all these comments and others. I am convinced you and others are buying EGO because an auto-load feature. =The Atlas trimmer is very powerful and well worth the $$$, I have 5 acres 3 of which I mow, so lots of trimming and the trimmer is perfect for the job and more than powerful enough, BTW I had a failed 80' tree, hired crew wanted 2K to cut/remove... Took the Atlas 18" chainsaw to it, superb job in 16" lengths and 24" diameter at the base. Had to recharge the battery several times, but nothing a 2nd or 3rd battery could not remedy. Saved lots of $$$ and I own the tools. :) Nice video...
He seems the only guy on RUclips who doesn't know how to string simple things. He did this on ryobi easy string. Why. Bro learn to string correctly. All other youtubers do it easily even non yard workers and Joe blows who don't know how to cut grass correctly. Lol. Anyone read this look at this dude other videos hilarious seems he does this for click bait only guy reviewing who doesn't know how to string any weedeater. Seriously lol.
Most trimmer I have tested will work for most people - blowers, mowers that is not as true. Given the choice you have posted, I would go dewalt hands down.
Im thinking about the mower since i only mow 2 ditches with a push mower and as far as prices go... By time you buy batt and charger it isnt much cheaper than other brands so is it as good is the question?
7:23... Is that with a battery and a charger? I agree that this is inordinately priced High. I have the Craftsman V60 line and the string trimmer has a nice light aluminum shaft and adjustable (on the fly) handle and shaft. And I still paid less for the Craftsman V60 string trimmer than Harbor Freight wants for that Atlas trimmer... and I got a two and a half amp hour battery with a charger.🏁
I have the same trimmer as you and I love it. I only wish I had another bigger battery. The Atlas is real close to looks as the Craftsman to me. I’m going to have to look and see which one has the cheaper batteries to see if I keep my craftsman or buy an Atlas
This product series is intended to be purchased as a suite of tools that all use the same 80V battery. Once you buy the battery/charger the tool components are very reasonable. If you already have the battery, the string trimmer is only $80
Keep searching for a better option. This machine looks great and runs smooth, sadly the romance will end soon. 90 days warranty cause it’s very likely it won’t last long after that. And you have to buy battery and charger separately. It’s almost a scam, do yourself a favor and buy a known brand with a decent warranty,
Don't forget about the hart 40v I got it for 200 and it came with the battery and charger I have over a half acre and it did the whole thing you should test that one out
Though it's a no brainier, and you didn't mention it....Harbor freights warranty. As with any Harbor freight item you've got to BUY a descent warranty. So being the same cost and if not lower and a 5 year warranty I'll buy the EGO. Thanks for the video.
Does anyone know where to find compatible replacement bump feed head for this string trimmer? Harbor Freight currently does not offer replacement parts for this. I tried buying a ‘universal’ bump feed head from Lowe’s but it was too small.
Get the extended warranty and just replace it every time head wears. Swear that's how hf is set up. I got the hercules dust vac n they don't have the filters..
@@Kitearmy saw another comment somewhere that said replacement parts are available but haven't seen em yet. Ego has a lot going for it. Particularly with the lineup. But a 250 battery kills it for me right now. 110 is bad enough...
Yeah...and after that head gets all gummed up with grass juices and then dries...no thanks :( Speaking of dried grass juice, how does the EGO trimmer fare in those dirty conditions with loading string? Had to ask... Cheers, John ;)
The worst thing is about atlas is 90 days battery warranty. Green works give 5-8 years if you buy from Costco. Ego is 3-5 years . I have 5 atlas battery - 2 aare not working with in few months and nothing can be done with them total loss
Compare price without buying charger and battery. Because you only need one to power all the atlas tools. I know we all have multiple batteries. But harbor frieght also has a good better best system. Atlas falls in the better and best because of its 40 and 80v system. Honestly it's all personal preference. Tool is only as good as the owner.
@@Kitearmy, to each their own. I already marked your channel not to be recommended by RUclips but you've got an interesting perception that anyone that liked your video was an up-vote for the mind numbing music. Happy YouTubing. My YouTubing is already happier sans your videos with that type of background music. Most creators thank me for the feedback, others take it personally and lose views.
Jeff Hanna if it was $125 Lowe it would be a real contender. Though I don’t blink globe wants to cannabilize their other products. Will be interesting to see if they Lower price.
@@Kitearmy Indeed. I'm interested in how much control HF has over the pricing - which I think is quite a lot. From what I understand Globe is under contract to HF to build to HF's design, not fronting their brand in HF stores. For instance the Atlas 40/80v mowers are Greenworks mowers (by design cue) but re-engineered to support both 40v and 80v. Whereas the GW models only support 40v. That's an Atlas and HF feature, not something rolling out on GW mowers.
The EGO is by far the best cordless string trimmer. I have the mower and the better blower by them and very happy with all 3 items.
EGO tools have ruined me - everything else seems mediocre
@@Kitearmy I feel the same way!
@@smrdmr1 I was just joking about this to my neighbor. It's like the first car I ever drove was a Lamborghini....
I bought the Ego hedge trimmers last year and was so impressed that just last week I ordered the trimmer/edger combo and the new 180 mph blower. Should all be here next week and I can't wait. I've already sold my Stihl trimmer and Husqvarna blower.haha Bye bye to mixing oil and gas.
@@JGSnave I know the feeling - waiting for Santa to show up in his brown sleigh
Unpopular opinion I guess, but we purchased into the atlas line and are loving it. I work on pipelines and so I’m not home much, my girlfriend wanted things she can use easier than gas and so we started looking. We were going to originally go with the Lowe’s versions of these tools and on arrival Lowe’s was out of stock. So we decided to run down to harbor freight to just browse the atlas. We ended up buying the 40v trimmer and 80v non self-p mower. The rapid charger and the battery. The manager was cool and let us use the 20dollar off coupon twice and the modified another 10 dollar off coupon twice to work for the battery and charger. So all together we got 60 dollars off.
I’m not saying there isn’t better out there as for the ego. But for our needs this did hit the spot, and they do get the job done just fine.
Better than gas for sure
For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. ruclips.net/user/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.
I love this trimmer. Bought the mower too. Volume and decibel ratio were amazing, charge is excellent, balance and weight on the 80v spectacular for both tools I own, and dont have fast charger. Mainly because I can trim one day and mow a day or two after or via versa. I still like a little manual labor at my own home, so I took the trimmer apart and wound the line. After break in, I'll try the normal way. I have ran gas and 2 cycle my whole life, 40 yrs of I cant hear anything and my arm shaking after weed eating for hrs. With this trimmer and mower I've mowed and trimmed after midnight. Love a full and blue moon. Lol no cops no neighbors walking out. I'm just now in the electrics and I'm loving learning about and the benefits. I would rather charge a bit and work, then breath in toxic fumes, and I cant hear anything or feel my limbs for a few hrs, have to run for gas and oil and the sound of gas and 2cycle. Just wanted to put my my 2 cents in. I cant wait for break in reviews. I need that shit. Like dew point, humidity, storage, like time of components and such. Only complaint a switch for led on trimmer and mower. Also spike wheels for mower maybe a seeder attachment that can connect to wheel axle and a plastice edger connect for eater. My l.e.d hat light works great though. Thanks and later
Great comment - thanks
Thanks Steven! Pretty much my exact experience.
I have 4 of the 40V Atlas yard tools. I only like them - because I just inherited the house and there’s no power there.😅 But, seriously, I haven’t used anything else. I keep batteries and chargers for Atlas, Bauer and Warrior, in one of those heavy duty cases from HF and charge them at my apartment or work.
I just restrung the trimmer, for the first time, today. Yes, I had to watch 2+ videos to get that right as the instructions suck.
But, so far, I’m satisfied as, I keep the lawn because I have to and not as a hobby. I do like that auto kid for the EGO. But, not a deal breaker for me. I love no cords and no gas. Can’t work at night because of no mains power. But also because of noise ordinances. I hope to never need the lawn mower as, I hope to replace with ground cover.
After using the Atlas 80V trimmer, I can tell you that I am very happy with the performance. With that stated, the line feeder is a pain the the ass. At first it is ok, but over time it does not align the strings as it should to only break or get stuck in the feeder. I spent and lost at least 2 hours trying to figure out what I was doing or what was wrong with feeder....at the end, that is it's weakest area. Luckily I finished my yard , I am going to take it back and either get one that is fresh and the feeder is not used to hope they can fix the feeder issue.
I was trying to add the Echo Speed Feed 400 to it, but it will need some modification to be able to attach it. Harbor Frieght needs fix that feeder then they would have an excellent trimmer.
You are right - with some work they could make this an excellent trimmer - but I only could review what I bought. You should watch the Toro trimmer review I just did - same exact model as the Harbor Freight
@@Kitearmy I saw the Toro video... Lol... You're right... I also added a review in HF site....I saw that Ego video... Having second thoughts..
Adding line... just have to learn what the tool wants. It was a pain for me too until I learned the trick. Turn it and push down or whatever you gotta do till you can see through the holes then feed the line through. Don't be afraid to pop off the top and take out remaining short line before installing the new line. I'm using some really thick line and it works just fine
At first it's fine. But the bump wears through fast & becomes harder & harder to hand turn. I need channel locks even after trying to lube it.
Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower ruclips.net/user/postUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.
Push the spool down then turn it to load the string. Much easier.
I have the atlas & have for a few yrs now im a gardener n do yardwork for ppl & ive tried multiple battery operated weed eaters in by far the atlas is still my favorite
I have an EGO blower and string trimmer. Just don't see the love for these. Been thru 2 batteries and am in need of another. Was in the market for a cordless limbing saw and bought the Atlas version along with the 40/80 volt battery and charger from harbour freight. Absolutely love it! Battery time is the most I've ever gotten on a cordless yard tool. After pricing new EGo battery, Ive decided to replace my weed eater with the Atlas version. Looked at the feedback on Harbour Freight and all I can say is that there sure are a lot of very happy Atlas weedeater users out there.
My ryobi just died. Looking at battery. Was leaning towards ego n just saw battery is 250.. Am I missing something? Wtf tool battery charger combo is 200
Bought it for my dad !
CANT beat it!
Don't load it the way he did!
[I work at HFT]
Load it like u normal would.
This was my first trimmer and was clueless on how to restring it. Thank you!
Glad I could help!
I just bought one for $211 with tax. They had a special, but the battery get the trimmer for free ($139.99 for the battery). The rapid charger was $79.99 and I had a 25% coupon ($59.99 for the charger). For the amount of weed whacking I have to do, I think I will be happy with it.
Please do yourself a favor and go to Lowe’s and check out ego. They are all on sale right now.
So I have an update that I'd like to share concerning the Ego ST1521S. After watching this video, I was amp'd!! I cruised the ole Ranger straight over to Home D' and purchased this puppy. Assembly started simple with a single screw for the mid-shaft region, and grew to being increasingly annoying when attaching the front-assist handle assembly (I did not like this). I bypassed the guard and went straight for charging the battery for 1st time use, which only took 12 minutes to complete. Thereafter, I inserted the battery and went straight to the yard.
The trimmer, as noted in Kite Army's video, has plenty of power with impressively smooth operation. My only gripe with this model is the beveled, bubbled, or rounded (whatever you'd like to call it) portion of the spool retainer assembly. While the loading mechanism is truly intuitive, its design really keeps you from getting that close, edging trim without awkwardly angling yourself to do so. You would've thought I was doing the funky fried chicken dance at first. This is my honest review.
Great comment - I would love video of the funky fried chicken dance - I would pay good money for that
I found my trimmer at Harbor Freight at a ridiculously low price. And YOU showed me why it was a good deal. (Y'know. Coupon 'n all...). And even more important, you showed me how to replace/unclog the string! Thanks! I'm happy with my trimmer. I eventually replaced my hedge trimmer, too. I had an old Craftsman that simply took too much time keep it running!
I love the Atlas 80v trimmers. I have used all sorts of gas trimmers, including commercial models, and the 80v atlas performs very well. I wish they would make a brush cutter now
I think a better comparison to add is the other 40v ATLAS too. I've had the 40V model and upgraded my Stringer, Battery, and Charger to 80V model @ Harbor Freight and just paid the difference -- both with coupons. With the 80V model includes more lightweight metal than plastic, more weight from the battery.. so it balances out. You can mount the handle to where you feel comfortable for height. The 80V model runs the thicker neon orange line. I've done my home yard and a few landscaping projects with these.
I spread the cost of 2 batteries and a quick charger among the multiple tools they work with.
For instance, I bought the self powered lawnmower (love it) which requires 2 batteries, 80volt chainsaw, 80volt blower, pole saw as well as the 80volt weed whacker all from Atlas which use the same batteries. I swap them from one tool to the next.
I’m pretty happy with this set of tools.
I bought this for my wife because she wanted and electric trimmer. She used it once then I inherited it. I like the quietness , the build quality is good, as stated the price is high but I haven't regreted it yet.
thanks for sharing
I took the chainsaw back, it's light duty and not commercial quality like advertised, but I kept the trimmer, have used it for years now. It works great.
If you have a suburban plot of land (quarter acre) i recommend the greenworks 18" corded 10 amp trimmer, which delivers more than enough power than you'd ever need, and is currently selling on Amazon for $63. I changed the bump feed head, but that's about the only thing I've done to it since purchase
I purchased the the trimmer with the blower and 18" Chainsaw. Two batteries and rapid charger. First the blower is a beast, but does eat up one battery very fast if on turbo mode. The trimmer was a highlight for me. One battery was a good for my front yard and had plenty of power for bother vertical and horizontal trimming and edging. I do not think I could use my gas trimmer again for my yard.
The drawbacks are; the blower will use up battery juice if using turbo. The battery tends to die at the 1 green bar, not completely die and no green bars. The trimmer head for changing adding string is a ball buster and if you add to much string, the inertia can bind the string due to stress and heat in the head and string breaks. Plus the turning part due to the groves in the plastic can cut into your skin an won't know that a chunk of your finger skin has been cut and bleeding. If they need to work on anything, it would be the battery life or technology.
I am going to experiment to see if the echo universal string head can be added to the trimmer? If it can, then I believe you have a good setup.
Have not tried the chainsaw yes, but looks promising.
Cool - what did you think of the cost? I feel like much cheaper alternatives are on the market that have better performance and quality. Curious why you choose Atlas...
@@Kitearmy I like the good stuff for tools like Milwaukee, Mikita, Ridgid, etc, when comparing all these brands with their own chargers and batteries, they were much more expensive when combed.
For the trimmer, I wanted it to go clockwise, and Atlas trimmer does that. The blower was an impulse decision and do not regret it. Because I can use when cleaning out my flip homes and plus it seems almost similar or equal in price to the brand name ones.
When comparing chainsaws, I like the 18inch bar and the other brands were mostly 16 or 14 inch for the same price. Plus I saw some review videos and was impress.
Plus, I wanted to keep the garden equipment separate from my tool setup and batteries.
@@atvappr That's cool - I do understand the interest in a clockwise trimmer - not sure why other brands go the other direction. That my be a video
@@Kitearmy They go counter clockwise so debris and rocks do not shoot outward and can hit and things that can be damaged. Legal stuff I guess.
@@atvappr Okay - I'm going to talk to a string trimmer designer to get their input
I have the atlas 80 volt trimmer and it was not bad (my first battery trimmer). My biggest issue was that after a short time using it, the bump feed stops working. Every now and then it would feed out line. After awhile I would just bump it harder which broke the head on 2 separate occasions and the last time it just jammed itself in the housing and I can’t remove the head and the motor won’t turn. I am getting a EGO later on this week.
Today i bought this trimmer. I spent $290 because it doesn’t come as a kit so $290 for tool, 80v battery, and a charger. I trimmed 1 yard with it and its not bad at all. But wouldn’t I get more for the money I paid if I took the atlas back and got a Ego which comes as a kit for less money? Ego seems to give alot of value for $219 where I live.
I had one for over year and it's the best trimmer I have ever had
Great vid and thanks. I'm trying out the 40v version of this and impressed more than I anticipated, but have an issue that requires a return. Was thinking of upgrading to the 80v but after seeing this, I might just return everything and order an Ego.
Second year using Atlas weed eater with zero problems. Many hours on this product and would definitely buy again if it ever fails.Only fault I can see is the slow charging rate.Bought 2 batteries so it's not really an issue.
Good to know
always cool to see this guy doing videos, it's like he is doing my home work for me A+
Thanks mate - I appreciate the A+
i looked around and couldn't even find an 80v trimmer at a big box store. and what I did find was easily 30% more costly and more. PS that 80V trimmer is on sale today at HF for $89 (tool only). I just bought one. Looking fwd.
Yep - it should be on sale
Thanks for sharing, I bought a atlas 40 v and didn’t know how to retread the line. Because of you I will try now wish me luck.
Glad it was helpful!
I could not agree more about the overpricing of all these battery operated gadgets EGO or ATLAS.
BTW, any string trimmer that you have to tap to release more string is a STUPID design that will wear off all the plastic mechanism of the spool in no time, unless it is equiped with a steel rounded/ball touch point. Where are our American designers/builders ???
It's only expensive if that is the only Atlas tool that you buy. I bought the trimmer along with a lawn mower. I was going to buy the mower anyway, so once I had the charger and the battery, AND a $20 coupon I got the 80/40V trimmer for only $65 more.
That is true for all the systems - the batteries are the real cost
I don't understand why you are saying the cost is not low? I priced the 80v self propelled mower, battery, and supercharger at $406 with coupons out the door. Every other mower I looked at was more expensive. The 56v ego was $400, tool only at Home Depot. The Atlas mower with the 25% off Easter coupon is $239.99 plus tax, and you can use the 20% coupon for the battery and charger. You could wait another 30 days for another 20% coupon or just go to another Harbor freight and ask for the 20% off on the trimmer, and most of them will give you the discount. They apply it for me most of the time and I don't even ask for it. It seems like a good bargain to me. This is coming from someone who use to cut yards for a living.
1) Most people do not want to wait 30 days to buy a complete set of tools 2)Here is the EGO at Home Depot for $400 (not on sale yet) www.homedepot.com/p/EGO-21-in-56V-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Electric-Walk-Behind-Push-Mower-5-0-Ah-Battery-and-Charger-Included-LM2101/206515766 3)most important is that you are happy :)
@@Kitearmy I was wrong. You can't use the Easter coupon or the 20% off on any of their real tools. It comes out to $469 plus tax after applying the $20 off coupon. The ego is only 56v and it isn't self propelled. Someone tested the 80v kobalt mower against the ego, and he said the Kobalt had more power.
@@drjd2real Look at the Wh on the battery - that has the most impact on "power/run time" in general
@@Kitearmy I understand all of the terminology, but the 80v is still stronger and hardly anyone is saying that the battery quit before they finished. I really prefer the steel construction to the plastic construction of the ego.
@@drjd2real Okay - you have to see this video 80v vs 56v - ruclips.net/video/Y-o8pai7gng/видео.html
If all you get is the trimmer it’s probably not much savings. The savings is getting into the mower and battery system in general. I’m sure ego is great, but the Atlas mower is substantially less cost. Once you have the mower, battery and charger, the trimmer is not terrible. It’s like dewalt and Milwaukee tools... once you are into the battery system the rest isn’t so bad.
But why would you get into a battery system that is "not terrible"
Kite Army
I mean not terrible when you start comparing cost. It’s substantially less money. The quality of the tools seems pretty good.
Even though that 20% off coupon does not say Atlas is exempt, it does say all the other brands are exempt with the outdoor tools. So they would not let me use the 20% on it either. So you would be paying the full percentage.
I get it - people insist that they get the 20% off of everything. They did you a favor go and buy an EGO
I've had one about a month. So far it's performed flawlessly. Bought the mower also .
that is good news
I only paid $79 for the Atlas Trimmer. Already had the batteries and charger for my Atlas Cordless mower.
Thank you for showing how to replace the line. I bought one and the line it came with was fed in a different way and not feeding and it felt like I was doing something wrong trying to follow the instructions in the book because that was NOT the way it was fed out of the box.
someone might have bunged it up on you
I learned a long time ago to only buy Harbor Freight hand tools....nothing with a motor in it. They have so many levels of items, it's hard to decide, and if you go with the top tier, they are often close to really good equipment in pricing....even with their coupon..... I bought my EGO, self propelled Selectcut, the new 650cfm blower, and the Carbon fibre shaft trimmer ......all in kit form with the batteries, pretty much on Your reviews.. I'll say, I couldn't be happier....Coming from Ryobi, the EGO is a Serious upgrade. I also believe, I'd buy a 40volt Ryobi expandit trimmer, kit with battery and charger for 150.00 before this harbor Freight kit...
That is good advice - stay away from anything with a motor
I would agree that their low-end motorized products are suspect. However, there are a few exceptions. They have a 4.5" angle grinder that often sells for $9.99 that I have used and abused for years. Still going strong, and cuts through *anything*!
I bought this trimmer...not bad, good enough power, batteries seem good... however, re-stringing the trimmer is ridiculous, it takes way too long and eats your hands up in the process! Wish I had known about the EGO before I bought it!
I tried to warn people
I have the Ryobi 18v edger plus the 40v brushless weedwacker and the two 40v blowers. Looking to upgrade the 30 year old mower to the brushless Ryobi 40v mower.
Man I always appreciate your work so Thumbs Up comes automatic but let me first express my greatest thanks to you, for accepting my words to make a test run on HarborFright's tools as a lot (And I mean A LOT) of us are buying a lot of things from them. Why? Simple coz Money talks!
But let me share my personal standing and view. After trying more than half a dozen different make blowers, with not much success on something that makes the job done well, I finally listen to you and bought that EGO blower. Boy what a treat... I never ever had anything that powerful and that great with only con being short life of 2.5 battery that came with it. I got it as Refurb from HomeDepot when on sale for $100 so a REALLY great buy too.
Next to do good with battery, when I saw the second time sale on EGO, got another blower and a Trimer (Exact model you show here), just to for the sake of free Battery and charger that comes with them, again each of these (Refurbished model on sale) form HD was $100 (Not bare tool but complete kit). So now I have three batteries that I guess I still paid less compared to buying a single 5 Amp battery! But I got two additional tools and two additional chargers for free (Can't say I always hate HD anymore!).
I must add by far that EGO trimmer is the BEST out there. Not only for the sake of fast feeder as you show here that is powered and hassle-free but for the EXCELLENT quality of the tool and work it produce. I got the same Carbon fiber one and really really LOVE IT.
Long story short: You 're my hero and thanks for your excellent prior recommendations that made my life a lot easier. Words won't do them justice to say how thankful I'm with your good reviews and recommendations and TG I followed your advice.
Love your video clips that have the BEST UNBIASSED recommendation and hope a lot more people realize and utilize this opportunity. Keep up the excellent work.
So pleased to have helped a fellow turfmaster get the best tools for the money. Stay tuned for more Harbor Freight Atlas reviews...
@@Kitearmy I really like to hear a lot more about HF tools and how they stand against the competition. Thanks for letting it happen and way to go.
@@samsen3965 Glad to help mate - working on the blower video as I write this
Loading string is ridiculous. I took the hide completely off my thumb trying to turn the knob. Other than that, it works great. I have the SP Mower too. Only gripe, battery could last longer.
Yep - check out my video on the latest EGO trimmer
It's so great to have a guy like you to help us make the right tool purchases. Your video's are intelligent, thorough and a wee bit funny. Thank you! That is one string trimmer I know none of your subscribers will buy. I'll take the Ego.
Very generous calling them a wee bit funny :)
i bought the 80v mower and like it so far, so I felt compelled to buy the 80v weed eater today. Atlas ecosystem, maybe. Convenience is priceless, so I have 90 days to play with it to determine if a keeper. Battery life and power are most important and justify the cost if both meet my expectations. Thanks for your review and insight *Kite Army*
If you buy two Atlas 80v batteries a charger and all the 40v or 80v Atlas tools I would think that would be less expensive than the same EGO tools with all the batteries and chargers. But this guy never mentions that. I'm in the process of buying most of the Atlas tools one at a time when on sale so I can save the most money possible. I picked up the 80v leaf blower new in a damaged box for under $40 with tax thanks to a coupon.
Glad you are happy - I'm just not into the coupon thing
Harbor freight seems to be taking off since Sears shut so much down. They've actually started making some nice quality stuff in the mix as well like the new vulcan welders but you definitely really have to look hard at whatever you plan to get to be sure. Thanks for the video!
Sure - actually this Harbor Freight is in an old Sears
I have the atlas mower and chain saw. My batteries charge in 65 minutes. The build quality on both those tools is solid in comparison to Kobalt and Dewalt. I have two batteries and will not need more. If I had the string trimmer I could easily mow my lawn, weed eat and blow with those. There is no need to buy a battery with each tool. Also I am looking at an ego 56v trimmer with battery and charger (not rapid charger) for $219.99. You are comparing the to the atlas 80v. The atlas 40v with battery and charger is $164.97 which is at least closer in specs. Apples and oranges my man. Apples and oranges.
Be careful not to fall into the voltage = more power trap. This is why: ruclips.net/video/Y-o8pai7gng/видео.html
@@Kitearmy my point had nothing to do with power. To get the same amp hours at 80v you need a larger more expensive battery. Your main knock on the atlas was cost.
I got a Hitachi trimmer at a big box store $120 years ago, a rebadged Tanaka with a 7yr 350hr epa rating, compared to the cheap stihl at 50hrs...
Got a straight shaft at a mower repair shop free from a Husqvarna and put a big echo bump head on it
No way this thing will keep up with it, it will still tach out with over 20" of cut diameter of 095 string
Sounds like you have a one of a kind machine
hey, any idea what the bore size is? I amhoping to install a trimmer blade on it witha 1" bore
It is interesting - it seems like Ego puts more engineering effort into their products than any other cordless company out there and yet their products are very reasonably priced. Heck, I got my Ego weedeater on sale for $130 a few years ago and I still absolutely love it. Never had any issues with it or the blower and chainsaw.
EGO always seems to lead the pack
Ego has their motor on the head which is for sure not a good idea by their company and is a major time off and their new automatic string bump feed head if it pops out its beyond hell to get back in. You always want a motor on the back of the weed eater behind your elbow. Never on the head where the string is!!!
I have 4 years with an EGO and I have one acre to trim down unwanted weeds and manage trimming the edges and its very strong...,even use it to munch down leaves that are packed down on the fence...the line feeder is very sturdy and easy to roll up manually
Whats the biggest string you can use?
Can you use attachment with this like a tiller or blower?
I just bought the ATLAS yesterday. Its still in its box. I checked out the EGO, its now at about $299. I got the ATLAS trimmer/charger/battery as well as trimmer line and warranties on everything for $298 after taxes. How does the price change on the EGO affect your opinion of one vs the other? And considering one has a warranty for sure, while Amazon said to reach out to the dealer directly to find out about any possible warrantees (which I did not), how would that affect your review? I saw your review after buying the ATLAS, and when you said $229, I considered returning it, but now that the price point is just about the same, it seems like I'd just be doing it for weight balance (which I don't care about) and auto string load (which is pretty sweet). 🤙
I prefer EGO over any other brand that I have tested: Did you see this model www.lowes.com/pd/EGO-Power-Plus-56-Volt-Max-15-in-Straight-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Battery-Included/5000200343
@@Kitearmy i didn't. Not a bad deal! I guess I'll be returning the atlas tomorrow. 100 bucks back in my pocket.
@@CalicoRiot Your welcome :)
OUTSTANDING VIDEO! I just put all 3 items in my HF cart to see the cost. I'll be taking your advice and checking out the EGO. BIG THANKS!
Thanks mate - glad to have helped
@@Kitearmy Prices on HF are coming down Trimmer battery and rapid charger $260. How does it compare using your cardboard test????
@@davesalois871 Go EGO - only $199 and out performned anything I have ever tested
The kobalt 80 volt weed trimmer is only $194 at Lowe's and it comes with the battery and charger. Looks like I'm going to Lowe's 😉
same trimmer as Atlas
@@Kitearmy same and the kobalt is 30 percent cheaper
Thanks for the great review. I can only imagine when the head is covered with tried on grass how hard it will be to load. I will keep my EGO for sure. Thanks again
It was not fun loading - this definitely is not the model to trade in your EGO for
I hate the trimmer head! Bought the Echo trimmer adaptable head, but unfortunately did not work. Can you make a video if the Echo 80v trimmer head can be exchanged or get creative with other options?
This is the same head used on greenworks, Toro, and a few other brands. I'm not a fan either!
You overpaid. On sale with coupon it was a steal. But the battery is expensive. Fortunately the battery has great capacity and can also power the push mower and blower.
Anyone know how this compares to the 60v Dewalt trimmer?
Witch way does the head turn on it and does it go clockwise and counterclockwise
The problem at harbor freight is they keep dropping lines of product. Will Atlas be there in 2 years and will there be support? I just bought the Echo cordless chainsaw because of that doubt over an Atlas 80v.
Kite Army, thank you. I couldn’t find a straight on review for this before purchasing. I’m headed over to your other video for the best cordless string trimmers.
This is a new product so the reviews will keep on coming - if they lower the price by another $125 I would consider it.
Kite Army thank you! I would like to see a comparison between the Ego and Stihl’s FSA 90r. No true reviews on that one, mostly the Stihl 56.
@@badboys239730 I had high hopes for Stihl - this is what I discovered: ruclips.net/video/AHamd-NWg2g/видео.html
@@Kitearmy Stihl is starting to suck on the cordless/electric side. I'm not a fan of their overpriced amateur products. They've been a commercial grade name for so long, and we find out that their legacy in this arena isn't as honorable as their past.
@@badboys239730 I pray that Stihl can get it together - That is why I think they partnered with Globe. They are 1 of the most revered brands out their.
It's like all of a sudden everybody and their dog is selling their own brand of string trimmer it's very confusing. Thanks for your videos!
They just put their brand on the same model - this and Toro are made by greenworks
Where did you get that " funky" music from?
I hate about this trimmer:the string head doesn't last long .the bump head and auto load stopped working after 1 yr of use .now I have to replace it or buy a new machine and how can I get replacement parts for atlas?
sorry - tried to warn people
I think for $120 for a home user that's going for the 80v vs gas it is cheaper in the long run vs say a gas Stihl or some other brands for $200. I know you going to say oh the battery. Well oh the gas and oil of the next 2 years 😳 1 time and you don't have to deal with gas going bad my Echo has had its ray of problems so I'm going with the ATLAS 80v as I've bought the 80v saw and ended up getting 2 batteries and have both the high speed charger that takes about an hour for full charging vs the other that takes hours. I didn't know about the high speed charger and I couldn't find my recipe then I decided just to keep it never know so 2 batteries. Might as well stick with it and try out the rest of there 80v and maybe some 40v stuff because the saw is a beast
I would always say check out EGO before buying this stuff
I looked at other stuff and I really didn't plan on buying a battery powered chainsaw. I was looking for a good chainsaw saw as I had around 17 trees to cut down in my yard. I happened to sew a lot of videos on the ATLAS and I wasn't there to buy a saw. I just happened to see it was on sale so thought I would try it. The thing that sold me was I hate dealing with mixing gad now days and the gas doesn't hold up it you don't use it before long. I'm sure that most brands now are close to the same when it comes to the users who are experienced with that form of tool. Like the saw I handed it to a friend who dose tree work for a living and he loved it and had showed it off to others who wanted one after seeing how well it works. The battery is where they get you so because I decided to get 2 batteries I feel I might as well get the 80v trimmer. I don't think the blowers are a good idea for batteries at this time. I may had to EGO had I seen more reviews on it in real world use but it's to late now not buying more batteries and tools. It would be nice if they all worked on each other because some tools are better
How do you change the head on the Atlas 80v trimmer?
Bottom line what is your pick for best lawn mower and weed eater brand?
EGO
Awesome trimmer. Works great and the battery lasts...BUT, loading the spool? I am returning it due to the fact that like he says...It is hard to reload the spool. I am not weak by any means but I cannot turn the spool to load the trim line. My friend who is a big guy had a difficult time. I will be looking for another trimmer that has an easier way to load the line or one where I can actually just replace the entire spool...
EGO - auto load - I loaded it blind folded - see video
@@Kitearmy I'm going to return it for the Ego.
Thanks for the review and reply!
@@Kitearmy I have read all these comments and others. I am convinced you and others are buying EGO because an auto-load feature. =The Atlas trimmer is very powerful and well worth the $$$, I have 5 acres 3 of which I mow, so lots of trimming and the trimmer is perfect for the job and more than powerful enough, BTW I had a failed 80' tree, hired crew wanted 2K to cut/remove... Took the Atlas 18" chainsaw to it, superb job in 16" lengths and 24" diameter at the base. Had to recharge the battery several times, but nothing a 2nd or 3rd battery could not remedy. Saved lots of $$$ and I own the tools. :) Nice video...
He seems the only guy on RUclips who doesn't know how to string simple things. He did this on ryobi easy string. Why. Bro learn to string correctly. All other youtubers do it easily even non yard workers and Joe blows who don't know how to cut grass correctly. Lol. Anyone read this look at this dude other videos hilarious seems he does this for click bait only guy reviewing who doesn't know how to string any weedeater. Seriously lol.
Thanks for the click :)
Milwaukee blows them all away and even ego can't come close ask the pros we tried and nothing compares
This channel is so crazy, so good, critically honest. Great share! 💯💯💯
I appreciate that!
Can someone whose knowledge advise which would be a better and more powerful trimmer. This Atlas 80v with 2.5AH battery or the Dewalt XR 20v with 8AH?
Most trimmer I have tested will work for most people - blowers, mowers that is not as true. Given the choice you have posted, I would go dewalt hands down.
Why mines keep turning off then coming back on a few seconds later?
I got this last week, working fine but only the problem I see is not feeding the line properly, any tip for that?
Not to be snarky - but I would return and buy the ego autoload
Are the 80v tools just a 40v tool with a longer battery life. It seems like the 80 volt battery is actually 2 40v batteries put in one
Voltage = More Power. Amp Hour = Battery Runtime
Yes I understand that but that isn't what I'm asking.
Im thinking about the mower since i only mow 2 ditches with a push mower and as far as prices go... By time you buy batt and charger it isnt much cheaper than other brands so is it as good is the question?
Don't do it - not cheaper in cost, cheaper in quality
Yeah what happens when the arrow disappears???
7:23... Is that with a battery and a charger?
I agree that this is inordinately priced High. I have the Craftsman V60 line and the string trimmer has a nice light aluminum shaft and adjustable (on the fly) handle and shaft. And I still paid less for the Craftsman V60 string trimmer than Harbor Freight wants for that Atlas trimmer... and I got a two and a half amp hour battery with a charger.🏁
I have the same trimmer as you and I love it. I only wish I had another bigger battery. The Atlas is real close to looks as the Craftsman to me. I’m going to have to look and see which one has the cheaper batteries to see if I keep my craftsman or buy an Atlas
Is it Globe or Global?
Globalist
This product series is intended to be purchased as a suite of tools that all use the same 80V battery. Once you buy the battery/charger the tool components are very reasonable. If you already have the battery, the string trimmer is only $80
That is true for all the brands - the difference is quality
Keep searching for a better option. This machine looks great and runs smooth, sadly the romance will end soon. 90 days warranty cause it’s very likely it won’t last long after that. And you have to buy battery and charger separately. It’s almost a scam, do yourself a favor and buy a known brand with a decent warranty,
Good suggestion
Lo compre y funciona mejor de lo que espere , lo recomiendo 100%
Don't forget about the hart 40v I got it for 200 and it came with the battery and charger I have over a half acre and it did the whole thing you should test that one out
right
Hi thx for doing the review, can you check the blower out too thats what im more interested in.Good review BTW
Thanks mate - blower video coming soon. BTW - same pricing model
Cool light fixture
I got a 40v Atlas weed trimmer and the green light is blinking. Does anyone know why that is happening?
Because it is an Atlas - I would try to charge it to see what happens
You going to try the other atlas yard tools,,,not getting rid of my ego yard tool for this,,,no way
I have the blower - maybe I will review that soon
Though it's a no brainier, and you didn't mention it....Harbor freights warranty. As with any Harbor freight item you've got to BUY a descent warranty. So being the same cost and if not lower and a 5 year warranty I'll buy the EGO. Thanks for the video.
Good point!
Great video aside from the headache producing music
Great Review The 40v 5mAh is better than the 80v 2.5mAh , dose your battery get hot after use .
My test day was cool - I will keep an eye on it
i just got a 25 percent off this 119 dollar tool making its 89 dollars , I already have two batteries.
that's the best way to do it
the Trimmer HEAD looks the Same as my 82v Snapper
Yep - same company made this
Does anyone know where to find compatible replacement bump feed head for this string trimmer? Harbor Freight currently does not offer replacement parts for this. I tried buying a ‘universal’ bump feed head from Lowe’s but it was too small.
Try the toro head - or toss it out and get an EGO
Get the extended warranty and just replace it every time head wears. Swear that's how hf is set up.
I got the hercules dust vac n they don't have the filters..
@@nickabel8279 I guess warranty is the only answer - I never have had a warranty issue with any of my EGO gear
@@Kitearmy saw another comment somewhere that said replacement parts are available but haven't seen em yet. Ego has a lot going for it. Particularly with the lineup. But a 250 battery kills it for me right now. 110 is bad enough...
Yeah...and after that head gets all gummed up with grass juices and then dries...no thanks :( Speaking of dried grass juice, how does the EGO trimmer fare in those dirty conditions with loading string? Had to ask... Cheers, John ;)
My EGO has not had a problem for 2 years - seems to be pretty battle tested
@@Kitearmy That's good to hear Andrew...thanks for the feedback ;)
The worst thing is about atlas is 90 days battery warranty. Green works give 5-8 years if you buy from Costco. Ego is 3-5 years . I have 5 atlas battery - 2 aare not working with in few months and nothing can be done with them total loss
Compare price without buying charger and battery. Because you only need one to power all the atlas tools. I know we all have multiple batteries. But harbor frieght also has a good better best system. Atlas falls in the better and best because of its 40 and 80v system. Honestly it's all personal preference. Tool is only as good as the owner.
Right - most brands sell tool only options
Please stop with the background music. That music makes me want to thread some .095" trimmer string through my eardrums.
Do it!!!!
@@Kitearmy, it would be more pleasant than that music most definitely.
@@Kitearmy, seriously though. You should watch the entire video again. I'll bet you'll tend to agree with me somewhat.
@@mtnman7776 I like the music - 745 other people do as well. Just turn down the volume
@@Kitearmy, to each their own. I already marked your channel not to be recommended by RUclips but you've got an interesting perception that anyone that liked your video was an up-vote for the mind numbing music. Happy YouTubing. My YouTubing is already happier sans your videos with that type of background music. Most creators thank me for the feedback, others take it personally and lose views.
Looks like it works same as my old 18v B&D.
Maybe a little more power
Is there an edger attachment that works for it
nope
I was thinking this tool was a split shaft trimmer and you could attach different tools, I was completely wrong.
nope - just a trimmer
Maybe they set initial sales prices high and will adjust lower later?
Could be...with reviews like this they are going to have to lower by at least $100
That's not an uncommon tactic for HF.
Jeff Hanna if it was $125 Lowe it would be a real contender. Though I don’t blink globe wants to cannabilize their other products. Will be interesting to see if they Lower price.
@@Kitearmy Indeed. I'm interested in how much control HF has over the pricing - which I think is quite a lot. From what I understand Globe is under contract to HF to build to HF's design, not fronting their brand in HF stores. For instance the Atlas 40/80v mowers are Greenworks mowers (by design cue) but re-engineered to support both 40v and 80v. Whereas the GW models only support 40v. That's an Atlas and HF feature, not something rolling out on GW mowers.
@@PurdueJHanna Greenworks does have an 80v line
I liked the video, very informative. I had always wondered about their tools.
Thanks - wonder no more :)