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String Trimmer Price Analysis

Analysis of 21,004 eBay listings for string trimmers to determine market value across brands and power sources.

What you'll usually pay

$101 typical price
Most are between$35โ€“$220
Brand new$114
Used$79.45
On sale now21,004

๐Ÿ’ก Buying used saves about 30% here.

๐Ÿ‘‰ In short easy summary

The best value is found in unbranded models and corded electric units, which sit 53% and 36% below the market median respectively. Premium value is concentrated in Husqvarna and ECHO brands, both trading roughly 40% above the median.

๐Ÿ’š Best value for your money

Unbranded 9,080 on sale$47.54 ยท 53% cheaper
Brush Cutter 2,031 on sale$52 ยท 49% cheaper
Corded Electric 1,205 on sale$64.99 ยท 36% cheaper
Craftsman 585 on sale$72.95 ยท 28% cheaper
Ergonomic 2,056 on sale$74.49 ยท 26% cheaper

Price by brand

Unbranded
$47.54-53%
Craftsman
$72.95-28%
Ryobi
$79.93-21%
STIHL
$99-2%
ECHO
$140+39%
Husqvarna
$141+40%

Why? Prices range from unbranded at 47.54 to Husqvarna at 141.26 based on brand equity and build quality.

Price by power source

Corded Electric
$64.99-36%
Battery & Corded Electric
$76.48-24%
Battery
$89.99-11%
Not Specified
$99.99-1%
Gasoline
$131+29%
Natural Gas
$130+29%

Why? Gasoline models command a premium at 130.64 compared to corded electric at 64.99.

Price by type

Brush Cutter
$52-49%
Weed Trimmer
$89.95-11%
Not Specified
$99.99-1%
String Trimmer
$104+3%
Brushless Cutter
$109+8%

Why? Specialized brush cutters are the most affordable at 52, while brushless cutters reach 109.02.

Price by features

Ergonomic
$74.49-26%
Lightweight
$82.64-18%
Adjustable Grip
$82.64-18%
Curved Shaft
$89.99-11%
Cordless
$98.94-2%
Straight Shaft
$113+12%

Why? Straight shaft models are priced higher at 112.97 compared to ergonomic models at 74.49.

๐Ÿ›’ Some on sale right now

Common questions

What is the price difference between new and used string trimmers?

New trimmers have a median price of 113.63, while used models have a median of 79.45.

Which power source is the most affordable?

Corded Electric is the most affordable power source with a median price of 64.99.

How do Ryobi trimmers compare to the market median?

Ryobi trimmers have a median price of 79.93, which is 21% below the market median.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $35โ€“$220, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 27, 2026.

String Trimmer Price Guide: Market Medians & Brand Value | MarketDiff