Just because summer has ended, doesn’t mean the lawn doesn’t need cutting through autumn and winter, and shoppers may have found the perfect budget-friendly gadget for the job
Whether you’ve got a small garden or an uneven yard that’s difficult to keep trimmed with your average lawnmower, a strimmer could be your new best friend for keeping your garden maintained easily and effectively. Perfect for keeping borders looking neat, keeping your grass at a tidy level or smoothing over irregularly shaped lawns, a strimmer is a convenient choice for gardeners all year round.
And in case you’re worried, these come with the same hefty price tags as an actual lawnmower, you’re in luck. Argos is currently offering a cordless strimmer that’s already a firm favourite among green-thumbed shoppers, for under £50.
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The McGregor 18V 23cm grass trimmer is touted as an ideal choice for cutting anything from fine to coarse grass in any outdoor environment.
This little gadget allows you to adjust the angle of the cutting head, enabling you to edge your lawn, trim your grass, and reach under objects such as benches and garden furniture.
The trimmer comes equipped with a flower guard, allowing you to cut right up to the edge of your garden while protecting flowers and plants from the blades.
This Argos grass trimmer has been designed with comfort in mind, featuring an adjustable front handle and a telescopic shaft that allows you to adjust the trimmer to suit your height, making it an ideal candidate for any household.
Retailing for £45, this device currently boasts over 190 5-star reviews on Argos’ website. One thrilled buyer beams: “Does exactly what is says. Perfect for lightweight edge trimming.”
Further praise comes from this shopper who says: “For a basic, budget strimmer this McGregor trimmer is excellent. Ideal for smaller gardens or quick trim round the borders. It is lightweight, durable and the battery charges quickly and last for a considerable time before requiring recharge.”
And a third notes: “A very good strimmer assembled quickly and easily. Good cutting action, just the job for my garden. A very good product.”
For alternative cordless strimmers in the same price range, check out this Flymo Contour 500E Electric Grass Trimmer and Edger on Amazon, which sells for £50.97. Meanwhile, if you don’t mind splashing a bit more cash, you can find this Ryobi RY18LT23A 18V Cordless Line trimmer for £60 at B&Q.