Want the best lawn on the block? Greenworks tools are up to 30% off at Amazon
Back in the day, having electric lawn tools meant dragging around long extension cords for machines that barely had any power. They were more environmentally friendly, but they lacked some serious juice. Thankfully, those days are behind us. With 24-, 40-, 60- and even 80-volt options, Greenworks tools are every bit as powerful as gas, without the noise and without the hassle of filling up that little red jug. And right now, a slew of them are on serious discount during the last day of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Don't feel like pushing your lawn mower around your yard? Why not let the tool do the work for you? This self-propelled green machine cuts a 24% wider path than the 17-inch version above, meaning you'll have that grass cut in no time.
With 610 CFM of airflow and a turbo button for when the leaves and other debris just won't budge, this blower means business. It's lightweight, quiet and cordless, so you can reclaim your yard without waking the neighbors or tripping over an extension cord.
Whether you call it a weed whacker, string trimmer or weed whip, the Greenworks 80V 16-inch model delivers plenty of muscle without the gas fumes. Its wide cutting path makes quick work of overgrown edges and tall grass, while the brushless motor keeps things running smooth and quiet. It's lightweight, easy to handle and fires up with the push of a button — no more yanking a cord like you're cranking a lawn mower from the '90s.
Some of us only need one tool to add to a robust arsenal. Others, however, are starting from scratch. If you're in the second camp, snag this combo and save yourself some green. This bundle gives you everything you need to edge, trim and clear your yard. The trimmer is nimble enough for tight spots, while the blower packs enough punch to clear clippings, leaves and stubborn debris. Both are lightweight, cordless and start with a button — no sweat, no fumes.
My in-laws had a gas-powered backpack blower that made quick work of the leaves on their forested property in northern Michigan — no small feat. This version keeps everything that model did well and improves on it: more power, less noise and the same back-carry design that lets you clear leaves all day, or at least until the battery needs a recharge.
A few years back I had a giant 15-inch diameter branch fall off a tree in my backyard during a storm. When I called to see how much it would cost to get it removed, I was quoted a price north of $500. Instead, I bought an electric chainsaw like this one and did the work myself. Now I have an extra tool and saved myself hundreds of dollars. Win-win.
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