About The Author

Kenny Koehler

Managing Editor

Kenny holds a B.S. in Biology and a minor in chemistry. While that might not sound like a direct line into the power tool industry, his analytical and scientific mindset helps him design repeatable testing methods for Pro Tool Reviews’ head-to-head testing and offers highly objective comparisons in his reviews.

Kenny’s life around power tools started early. His grandfather was an airplane mechanic in WW2 and took up woodworking as a hobby after retiring from the power industry. Building everything from bookshelves to lazy Susans, he became extremely accomplished while his young grandson observed, fascinated at the way raw wood could turn into something both beautiful and functional. In fact, Kenny still uses several pieces that his grandfather made more than 30 years ago. At home, Kenny’s dad made the family budget stretch further by doing many DIY repairs around the house. From his dad, he was able to learn irrigation, landscaping, car maintenance, basic electrical, and more. He even rewired their bass boat for fun one weekend as a young teenager.

Zero Turn Mower Reviews May 12, 2021 0

Greenworks Pro 60V Residential ZT Mower RZ 42R

Greenworks Pro 60V 42″ Residential and Lawn Tractor Power Through Lawn Care We were lucky enough to get a visit from our friends at Greenworks to take a look at two very special products: the Greenworks Pro 60V residential ZT mower and Lawn Tractor. These depart from the 82V 48-inch residential zero-turn , and we […]

Hedge Trimmer Reviews May 8, 2021 0

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Hedge Trimmer Review

When I was a kid, I absolutely hated it when Mom and Dad declared that it was Yard Day. Most of it wasn’t so bad, but I dreaded trimming the hedges. It meant dragging those 50-foot extension cords all around the yard to different outlets all morning. Pros, of course, don’t mess with the extension […]

Leaf Blower Reviews May 6, 2021 0

EGO 56V 615 CFM Leaf Blower Review LB6150

EGO 615 CFM Blower Fills Mid-Range Power Needs EGO has handheld blowers that cover 530 CFM to 650 CFM. Of course, CFM is only part of the equation, but we still wanted to know where the EGO 56V 615 CFM blower fits in the conversation. A lot of you have asked how this blower compares […]

Push Mower Reviews April 28, 2021 0

Greenworks 82V Commercial 25″ Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Review

Greenworks Commercial 25″ Lawn Mower Self-Propels Hard-Working Twins Greenworks has a lot of variety for homeowners, but if you’re looking for an option to kick the gas can on a professional level, Greenworks Commercial is for you. The Greenworks 82V Commercial 25″ Lawn Mower and its lineup family have quite a few differences compared to […]

Push Mower Reviews April 21, 2021 0

Greenworks Pro 60V 21-Inch Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Review

Greenworks Pro 60V Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Cuts More Than an Hour The 60V line has been the most successful for Greenworks in our opinion. The original mower was a nice upgrade and now we’re a couple of generations in with the Greenworks Pro 60V 21-inch self-propelled lawn mower. Upgraded features, a durable steel deck, and […]

Leaf Blower Reviews April 16, 2021 0

ECHO PB-9010T Backpack Blower Review

ECHO PB-9010 Backpack Blower Crushes Our Newton Force Test Anytime we hear a tool claim to be the strongest, we have to get it in our hands. This time, it’s the ECHO PB-9010 backpack blower, and it has been exceeding our expectations. That’s why it made our Best Backpack Leaf Blower Reviews list! Pros Cons […]

Leaf Blower Reviews April 14, 2021 0

Makita XBU03 18V LXT Blower: Class-Leading Weight and Power

Makita XBU03 18V LXT Blower Stakes its Claim as the Lightest, Most Powerful Blower in its Class The big news coming out of La Miranda, California has to do with the new Makita XBU03 blower. It’s an 18V LXT member of Makita’s OPE line, making a name for itself with class-leading weight and power. Pros […]

News April 9, 2021 0

Mulching Grass the Right Way for a Healthier Lawn

Here in central Florida, nearly everybody mulches grass clippings. With St. Augustine, Zoysia, and Bahia grass dominating our landscapes, it simply grows so fast that bagging and side discharging are usually impractical. But for much of the country, mulching grass is an option rather than a necessity. To get the greatest benefits for your lawn, […]