Landscaping Tool Reviews

Our landscaping tool reviews take into account the features, performance, and qualities of outdoor power equipment so that we can evaluate products fairly. We find and test the best tools for landscaping professionals, lawn care Pros, and anyone who uses these types of cordless and corded landscaping tools. This section includes reviews of trimmers, leaf blowers, power carts, push mowers, riding mowers, snowblowers, and zero turn mowers. Though battery powered products are gaining ground, we still pay close attention to the traditional gas-powered tools that still drive the core of the industry. Landscaping Tool Reviews for the Outdoor Pro Some advanced products, like the Stihl BR700 backpack blower have excellent power and ergonomics. From cooling technology to fuel efficiency, thee types of high-power landscaping tools prove themselves industry leaders. Depending on your specific needs, we’re discovering that advances in product design push some products into more compact form factors. Still other tools, like the Cub Cadet Pro HW Hydro Walk-Behind mower haven’t changed much over the years. You do, however, get additional features and better performance. Whether it’s a ride-on mower or a battery powered string trimmer or hedge trimmer, we’ve got you covered.

ariens zenith zero turn

Ariens Zenith Zero Turn 991158

Ariens is one of those names that call to mind the commercial club, as we like to call it. In fact, they have a storied history that reaches back to 1933. Three brothers started this company and developed the first American-made rotary tiller. Ninety years later, they employ over 1,000 people and make an array […]

Kobalt 40v max blower

Kobalt 40V Max Blower Review

Kobalt is one of those names that’s synonymous with tools, OPE, and otherwise. And on the outdoor power equipment side, they’re a consistent player in electric/cordless gear. In light of that, we think it’s worth your while to take a look at the Kobalt 40V Max Blower (KLB 1040A-03). We had a chance to put […]

toro titan zero turn

Toro Titan Zero Turn

Talking to a Toro rep, you’d think the 54-inch Titan zero turn (75305) is a living, breathing creature. Indeed, they put it succinctly in conversation and in their marketing materials. Apparently, this thing has “Pro DNA running through its veins.” Of course, this begs the question of how true that statement is. Undoubtedly, the 75305 […]

skil pwrcore snow blower

Skil Pwrcore Snow Blower

With winter fast approaching, it’s not a bad idea to have a snow blower on deck. Of course, year-round, the OPE Reviews team keeps their eyes peeled for models that you should know about. And we think the 40V Skil Pwrcore Snow Blower (SB2001C-10) is one of them. Overall, it has the features and the […]

stihl fsa 120 r brushcutter

Stihl FSA 120 R Brushcutter

Even though Stihl is something of an icon in the world of gas equipment, they’ve been doing an excellent job of producing battery-powered gear. Of course, this should come as no surprise to anyone. Overall, their standards are impeccable, as are their tools’ features and performance. A case in point is the Stihl FSA 120 […]

ego t6 lawn tractor

EGO T6 Lawn Tractor

EGO’s fall lineup of product releases is pretty exciting, to say the least. In fact, we got a taste of what’s on deck at this year’s Equip Expo. We’re talking about everything from string trimmers, blowers, and augers, to snow blowers and mowers. Regarding the latter, we’re particularly keen on exploring EGO’s 56V T6 Lawn […]

greenworks bb361 backpack blower

Greenworks BB361 Backpack Blower

Especially for commercial users, the backpack platform is the way to go when it comes to choosing a leaf blower for your fleet. That said, many Pros still think that gas is the only viable alternative for their all-day, every-day rigs. Given the leaps and bounds that brands like Greenworks have made in cordless technology, […]

echo shred n vac

ECHO Shred N Vac Leaf Blower (ES-250AA)

Most OPE manufacturers have a specific type of equipment that defines their identity among homeowners and Pros alike. For ECHO, that tool is the leaf blower. In our opinion, this puts them in a strong position. After all, consumer research stats show that an estimated 150 million Americans own at least one leaf blower. And […]