Outdoor Power Equipment Reviews Archives

Outdoor Power Equipment Reviews

Our outdoor power equipment reviews include best battery powered lawnmowers, best riding mowers, best zero turn mowers, hedge trimmers, string trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chainsaws. More than that, our OPE reviews hit on both gas and cordless battery powered tools. If you’re a landscaping Pro, you want to make sure your crew is doing their work quickly and efficiently. Zero turns, for example, are not all designed the same. Some cut more quickly than others, while others have the build quality to last. For string trimmers, we look for max line size, speed, and ergonomics. You want power, but you also want to be able to operate a tool all day long with ease. Ergonomics and vibration consistently get more attention from organizations like OSHA and NIOSH.

July 13, 2014 0

Hustler Raptor Zero Turn Mower

by Raissa Logrono

The Hustler Raptor zero turn mower is a residential model with four available engine configurations. The motor options are tied to the deck […]

June 10, 2014 0

Husqvarna M-ZT 52 Zero Turn Lawnmower Review

by Tim Mitchell

My experience with zero-turn mowers and lawn equipment, in general, started over 15 years ago when I worked as the […]

June 5, 2014 0

DeWALT DWE6000 Laminate Trim Router Preview

by Kenny Koehler

New for the world of woodworking and cabinetmaking is the DeWalt Laminate Trim Router, model DWE6000. This latest model offers […]

May 23, 2014 0

Kobalt 40V Max Lithium-Ion Mower, Blower, and Chainsaw

by Steve Villarete

Editor’s Note: These products have been discontinued. This review originally published in May 2014. Mission launch code word: “Irene.” Do […]

May 18, 2014 0

Kubota ZD1000 Series Zero Turn Mowers

by Raissa Logrono

The Kubota ZD1000 Series zero turn mowers offer engines with better fuel economy, enhanced ignition efficiency, and low vibration and noise […]

April 23, 2014 0

Kobalt 40V String Trimmer and Hedge Trimmer Review

by Steve Villarete

Remember those early Saturday mornings as child when you were trying to sleep in while someone was doing yard work? […]

April 19, 2014 0

Ferris Soft Ride Stand-On SRS Z2 Mowers

by Raissa Logrono

For Ferris Soft Ride Stand-on SRS Z2 mowers, you can choose between the Vanguard 810cc EFI (28 HP) or Kawasaki FX801V […]

April 7, 2014 0

Echo Timber Wolf CS-590 Chainsaw Review

by Tim Mitchell

When I was asked to review the Echo Timber Wolf CS-590 chainsaw as a heavy-duty saw, I’ll admit that I […]

February 25, 2014 0

Milwaukee M18 Compact Blower

by Kenny Koehler

Milwaukee has introduced the M18 Compact Blower (0884-20) as a part of the ever increasing M18 family of cordless power […]

February 14, 2014 0

Cub Cadet Pro Z 148S EFI Commercial Zero Turn Mower

by Raissa Logrono

As part of Cub Cadet’s Z 100 Series, the Pro Z 148S commercial mower offers a drive system that features 4-wheel […]