About The Author

Clint DeBoer

Editor-in-Chief

When he's not playing with the latest power tool, Clint DeBoer enjoys life as a husband, father, and is an avid reader—especially the Bible. He loves Jesus, has a degree in recording engineering, and has been involved in multimedia and/or online publishing in one form or another since 1992.

Clint’s career has covered nearly the entire realm of audio and video production. After graduating at the top of his class with an Associates Degree in Recording Engineering, he began working for the famed Soundelux studios in 1994, one of the largest post-production companies specializing in audio for feature films & television. Working on a myriad of feature films, Clint honed his skills as a dialogue editor, foley editor, and sound designer. Years later, he moved into the expanding area of video editing, where he served as the company’s senior AVID video editor for three years. Working for such clients as Universal Pictures, Hollywood Pictures, Paramount Home Entertainment, NASA, Universal Studios, Planet Hollywood, SEGA, NASCAR, and others, Clint DeBoer dealt extensively with client management as well as film & video editing, color correction, and digital video & MPEG compression. He also carries several THX certifications (Technician I and II, THX Video), and is ISF Level II Certified. After founding the CD Media, Inc. publishing company in 1996, he went on to help start or grow several successful online publications, including Audioholics (as Editor-in-Chief for 12 years) and AV Gadgets. In 2008, Clint founded Pro Tool Reviews followed by the landscape and outdoor power equipment-focused OPE Reviews in 2017. He also heads up the Pro Tool Innovation Awards, an annual awards program honoring innovative tools and accessories across the trades. Crediting God and his excellent staff for the success of what is now the largest power tool review publication in the industry, Clint DeBoer hopes to see continued growth for the company as it rapidly expands its reach. Pro Tool Reviews critically reviews hundreds of hand tools, power tools, and accessories each year to help inform users about the best and newest products in the industry. Reaching everyone from the construction industry professional and tradesman to the serious DIYer, Pro Tool Reviews helps tool consumers shop better, work smarter, and stay aware of what tools and products can help put them at the top of their game.

Buying Guides January 24, 2023 0

Best Stihl Chainsaw Reviews for 2023

Having written about the best professional chainsaw and the best cordless chainsaw many of our readers keep asking about their favorite brands. Of those, Stihl continuously rises to the top of our lists (of requests). Many of our professional reviewers use several of these saws in their work. We wanted to give our recommendations on […]

Landscape Design January 17, 2023 0

10 Tips for Low-Maintenance Landscaping

We get it. Not everyone has the time or inclination to spend hours tending to their yards. This goes double if you work all week long or have small children. With some strategic tips and techniques, the crew at OPE Reviews aims to help you both create and maintain low-maintenance landscaping. This could be the […]

Zero Turn Mower Reviews January 13, 2023 0

EGO 56V Zero-turn Mowers Reviewed

EGO Zero-Turn Riding Mower Line Adds a 52-Inch Option Following the successful launch of their 42-inch battery-powered zero-turn riding mower, the larger EGO 52-inch model offers several key step-ups. From the larger, fabricated deck to the 12Ah batteries—can this larger mower prove a good fit for those with larger properties? Both EGO zero-turn mowers offer […]

Tips & How-Tos January 11, 2023 0

Using Native Plants in Landscaping

Using native plants in landscaping can have a number of benefits for both homeowners and the environment. The basic idea comes from planting trees, shrubs, and grasses that don’t require particular care or attention aside from that which occurs in the natural environment. By using native plants, you can minimize water and reduce any negative […]

News January 10, 2023 0

Mean Green Opens New Hamilton Ohio Facility

Generac Power Systems’ brand, Mean Green, has announced the opening of a new 100,000-square-foot facility in Hamilton, Ohio. The new space should help the company meet the increasing demand for electric-powered zero-turn mowers. The company previously produced four different commercial electric mowers and accessories at its Ross, Ohio location—about 10 miles away. The expansion will […]

Landscaping Tool Reviews January 6, 2023 0

Milwaukee M12 Handheld Sprayer

Milwaukee M12 Sprayer Lets You Complete Spraying Tasks with Newfound Convenience Ever since we tried out the Milwaukee Switch Tank, using a manual pump sprayer seems almost ridiculous. A new M12 handheld sprayer from Milwaukee promises even more flexibility and portability. Suitable for killing weeds, spraying pesticides, or disinfecting a medium-sized area, the Milwaukee M12 […]

Zero Turn Mower Reviews January 3, 2023 0

Bobcat Autonomous Zero-turn Mower

Bobcat Company announced the launch of an autonomous zero-turn mower in an effort to expanding its offerings in landscaping and grounds maintenance. Simultaneously, the company is also investing in Greenzie, an autonomous software company for commercial lawn mowers and outdoor power equipment. Bobcat on Their Autonomous Zero-turn Mower “Innovation is part of the Bobcat DNA. […]

News December 30, 2022 0

What is Ethanol Gas?

Every few months, the subject of ethanol gas comes up in a video or social media comment. Most gas lawn mowers and outdoor power equipment use unleaded gasoline to fuel their engines. This often brings up the issue of whether you should use ethanol-free gas in lawn mowers. Having addressed that question and issue multiple […]