Edgers Outdoor Power Equipment Yard, Garden & Outdoor Living

A standard lawn edger is lightweight and is basically just a wooden pole with dual blades attached at the bottom. They are not self-powered, so they do require quite a bit of effort. Manual edgers are only suitable for smaller lawns or trim jobs. An electric edger can cut through a lot more material without much effort, but are also heavier and more expensive than the basic manual edgers. The length of the cord limits the area you can cover, so electric edgers are best for small yards. Be careful keep the electrical cord behind you at all times so you do not cut it while you are edging.

The most powerful type of edger is the gas powered model. They are also more expensive, but would be well worth it if you have a larger yard to trim or have thick brush to cut through. There is no cord to limit your range, so you can cover vast areas with gas powered edgers. The main drawbacks are the added noise and exhaust fumes caused by the gas. Be sure to always wear protective face masks when using a gas edger so you do not inhale dangerous fumes.