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Opinel Hand Pruning Shears being tested in writer's yard

Opinel Hand Pruning Shears review: are these the world’s most stylish secateurs?

By Pete Wise published 7 September 24

Review These French-made bypass pruners have a surpassingly stylish design. But how well do they cut? Find out in our testing-based review.

Close up photo of gardener cultivate ground soil rototiller, prepare for planting crop.

What does a tiller do? We go in-depth with experts on the powerful tool and explore when to use an alternative

By Pete Wise published 5 September 24

Advice Experts explain what a tiller does and why it may not be the ideal tool for every user.

Man holding a STIHL MSA 300 C chainsaw in front of a felled tree

STIHL MSA 300 Cordless Chainsaw review: a solid battery-powered chainsaw ideal for cutting trees down to size

By Jason Cockerham published 3 September 24

Review The STIHL MSA 300 C is a solid chainsaw from one of the most well-known manufacturers.

Mammotion LUBA 2 AWD 5000H Robot Lawn Mower being tested in writer's home

Best robot lawn mowers 2024: the best automatic mowers for every green space, tested by experts

By Jennifer Oksien last updated 29 August 24

Buying Guide The best robot lawn mowers do a great job with absolutely zero effort from you.

Troy-Bilt XP 21 in. 163 cc Briggs and Stratton ReadyStart Engine 3-in-1 Gas RWD Self Propelled TB310B Lawn Mower

Best gas lawn mowers 2024: for powerful grass-cutting performance, chosen by experts

By Caroline Preece last updated 10 May 24

Buying Guide We've rounded up some of the best gas lawn mowers available, to help you get to what you want faster.

John Deere Z370R ZTrak Zero-turn Riding Lawn Mower review: the most impressive zero-turn battery-powered lawn mower for large yards

By Alex Temblador published 9 May 24

Review The John Deere Z370R Electric ZTrak Mower is one of the most innovative and efficient zero-turn riding lawn mowers on the market -- even as a battery-powered mower.

Husqvarna Hedge Master 320iHD60 40-volt 24-in Battery Hedge Trimmer being tested in writer's yard

Best hedge trimmers 2024: top picks to keep your outdoor space looking its best, chosen by experts

By Caroline Preece last updated 30 April 24

Buying guide Discover the best hedge trimmers on the market, including top brands including DeWALT, Greenworks and Toro, all available from your favorite stores.

Dewalt 20V MAX 8 in Brushless Cordless Chainsaw

DeWalt DCCS623B 20V MAX 8 in. Brushless Cordless Battery Powered Pruning Chainsaw review: cut small trees, limbs, and logs quickly and smoothly

By Alex Temblador published 31 January 24

Review Need a chainsaw for small jobs? Check out our DeWalt 20V MAX 8 in Brushless Cordless Pruning Chainsaw review.

Toro Power Max 824 24 in. Two-Stage Gas Snow Blower review: winter storms have met their match

By Jonathan Knoder published 20 January 24

Review The Toro Power Max 824 OE 24-inch Snow Blower plows through heavy snow with ease, featuring six speeds and an easy-to-move chute for complete control.

DEWALT DCSNP2142B 21 in. Cordless Snow Blower review: a battery-powered tool that's up for the challenge

By Jonathan Knoder published 15 January 24

Review The Dewalt 60V Max Single-Stage Snow Blower is a battery-powered snow blower that can tackle a decent amount of snow and has plenty of battery life.

Hero image of the BLACK + DECKER 40V MAX 12-inch Cordless Chainsaw

BLACK + DECKER LCS1240 40V MAX 10in. Battery Powered Chainsaw review: prune trees and limbs less than 12 inches

By Alex Temblador published 14 January 24

Review On the hunt for a new chainsaw? Check out what our reviewer says about the BLACK + DECKER 40V MAX 12-inch Cordless Chainsaw.

Husqvarna Power Axe 350i Cordless Electric Chainsaw being tested in writer's home

Husqvarna Power Axe 350i 40-volt 18-in Brushless Battery 7.5 Ah Chainsaw review: a powerful battery-powered chainsaw with a boost mode

By Alex Temblador published 10 January 24

Review Check out our review of the Husqvarna Power Axe 350i Cordless Electric Chainsaw to see if it might be right for you.

Sun Joe 24V-X2-CS16 48-Volt IONMAX Cordless Chain Saw

Sun Joe 24V-X2-CS16 48-volt 16-in Battery 4 Ah Chainsaw review: the perfect tool for newbies

By Alex Temblador published 9 January 24

Review Never used a chainsaw before? Check out our review of the Sun Joe 24V-X2-CS16 48-Volt IONMAX Cordless Chainsaw to see how beginner-friendly it is.

DeWalt 20V MAX XR DCCS620P1 12 in. Battery Chainsaw in a garden setting on the ground

DeWalt DCCS620P1 20V MAX 12in. Brushless Cordless Battery Powered Chainsaw review: for small jobs around the house

By Alex Temblador published 8 January 24

Review The DeWalt 20V MAX XR DCCS620P1 is a battery-powered chainsaw for small jobs around the house. Here's how our reviewer got to grips with it.

Greenworks 40V 20 Inch Cordless Single-Stage Snow Blower review: compact and convenient, but is it powerful enough?

By Jonathan Knoder published 9 December 23

Review The Greenworks 40V 20-inch Cordless Single-Stage Snow Blower is a battery-powered snow blower designed for quick snow removal jobs, but it struggles in Utah’s wintery weather.

Echo CS-310-14 14 in. 30.5 cc Gas 2-Stroke Rear Handle Chainsaw review: ideal for moderate jobs

By J.D. Chadwick last updated 3 April 23

Review The Echo CS-310-14 is a powerful standard gas-powered chainsaw that can muscle through most jobs, but it might be a bit too much for most home users.

Best portable generators 2023

By Graham Barlow last updated 28 March 23

Buying guide Worried about facing a power outage? Here are all of the best portable generators for home use.

Husqvarna 240 review

By J.D. Chadwick last updated 1 March 23

Review The Husqvarna 240 is one of the best chainsaws we tested from the brand.

WORX WG303.1 16 in. 14.5 Amp Electric Chainsaw review: an alternative to the highly-powered gas models

By J.D. Chadwick last updated 28 February 23

Review The WORX WG303.1 is an alternative to the highly-powered gas models which aren’t the best fit for everyone.

Homelite UT43122B 16 in. 12 Amp Electric Chainsaw review: useful around household yards

By J.D. Chadwick last updated 27 February 23

Review While the Homelite UT43122B isn't one of the best chainsaws for thick lumber and large tasks, it's useful around household yards.

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