Comments on: Skil LT4823B-10 PWR CORE 20 Brushless 20V 13” String Trimmer Kit, Includes 4.0Ah Battery and Charger, Red

By: Public_Name?

Public_Name? — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:46 +0000

The battery costs are too high….
Pros: As of this review the trimmer is only $79. It does feel solid and well-built. The stock line cuts pretty well, until the battery runs out shortly after.Cons: Horrrible battery life. It will not run more than 15 minutes total cutting time. I paid $119 just two months ago…tsk. I had to take out the line completely after a few uses, and re-load the head. It was all criss-crossed at the factory and had seized in a knot. So the device now cost $79, but an additional battery (min 4AH to get any good time) costs nearly $70……RIGHT !!!! I made a mistake buying this. It would have been better to just buy the EGO trimmer for 2x money, which has 3x the battery life, and way faster charging. Right, i’m so dumb. Cut grass for 10 mins, wait 2 hrs for recharge….rinse and repeat….or buy 5 overpriced batteries to get anywhere in one day.Oh, beware this device vibrates no matter how tight you screw it together. Your arms will be sore after using it….If the battery prices were 50% lower…it would be reasonable.

By: Bob

Bob — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:46 +0000

Actual review for the new 20V Skil LT4823B-10
When bought 6/30/21, there were 129 reviews posted for the 20V Skil LT4823B-10, which was first available in early May 2021. Only a couple reviews were for this actual product by verified purchasers. Most were for the 40V model, or by reviewers receiving a free product. Want a real review by a verified purchaser? Read on.I selected this trimmer b/c this has bump-feed string while most now have auto-feed, which I discovered dispenses 1/4″ of string every time you hit the trigger. No thanks. I think auto-feed refers to profit from string sales, and I’ve never had a problem w/bump feed.Another great and unique string-related feature is the “Patented Twist Load Head” that allows you to manually reload up to 16′ of bulk string very easily and less expensively than buying preloaded spools. Haven’t used this feature yet, but assuming it works it’s a big plus.NOTE: Owners Manual pg 10 states replacement line Model Number = STL2000. Apparently due to being a new product, STL2000 string not available yet as confirmed by Skil Customer Service who said “any 0.08″ line will do”. Have read reviews for some line saying it didn’t work well in a customer’s trimmer, so wanted the best choice. The red braided line looks like Weed Warrior 0.08″ Pulverized Twist, so that’s what I ordered since Skil doesn’t have their STL2000 line available yet.Other features leading to this purchase: brushless motor, 4.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery, 2 speeds, dual vs single cutting line, and included storage bracket. Also, Skil parent company is Chervon, which is same for the esteemed EGO products. That association can’t hurt.My experience after first use: Assembly was EZ. You unfold the shaft, verify cable not pinched, then tighten 2 screws. Another 2 screws attach the guard, then just slide on and tighten down the handle.After charging the battery, ran it for approx 20-25″, including cutting into some heavy tall grass. Ran on “LO”, and this trimmer was tearing into the grass so aggressively that I don’t know what I’d need “HI” for! Did everything asked of it very well -no complaints.Note that the trigger needs to be firmly held.I normally don’t buy new products, but b/c this has so many great features from a good mfr, took a chance. Very happy so far. Still new though, therefore will update if anything changes.Recommended.

By: Dad

Dad — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:46 +0000

Big regret
They said the Battery would last 45 mins to 1 hour. It lasts 20 min. Im now going to have to order 2 more batterys , at 60 dollars a pop. Bogs down very easily, which means you have to stop ,and pull away from the work for it to gain speed back up. I will never buy a Skill product again.

By: John

John — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:46 +0000

Nice trimmer for the money
Nice trimmer for the money. Feels solid

By: Robert Russell

Robert Russell — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:45 +0000

Works well.
Does a decent job. The slower speed is less reliable though. So we just leave it on the high speed. It probably could use a place to hang a shoulder strap.

By: Michael J. Linden

Michael J. Linden — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:45 +0000

Fairly Powerful Basic Battery String Trimmer
This is a fairly powerful low-cost no frills battery-powered string trimmer. It’s length can’t be adjusted. It doesn’t have a wheel for edge trimming. However, considering its low cost, it has torque that is comparable to lightweight gas trimmers and the battery life is more than adequate for my 3/5 acre yard. It’s also about the same length as the lightweight gas trimmer that I used previously. I feel it is a good, well-built trimmer and would buy it again…

By: Bowser

Bowser — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:45 +0000

I was proved wrong.
I was skeptical at first when saw “electric weed eater” or “battery powered”. Now grant it, this one is not that strong, so deep heavy weeds, I’d go with something bigger, but for small stuff and maintenance, it’s perfect. It is light weight that makes it less annoying to handle. It’s quiet too, the only noise you hear is the line whizzing by as it spins. the battery life is in my opinion so-so. If you have a small yard, it will do all of it, but I may suggest something bigger if you live on something exceeding 2 acres.Everything about it is easy to use and assemble. Charges in a decent amount of time, (about 2 hours give or take) from empty to full. Like I said, I was skeptical at first, but in the end, I have come to really like this weed eater.

By: Nana

Nana — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:01:44 +0000

Great Product
My hubby really likes it. Very well made and solid. Cuts really well and the battery lasts longer then he thought it would.