Altoz TRX 660i Zero Turn Mower Review – Tank Turret Not Included
Take a nitro-burning monster truck, International Harvester tractor, M1 Abrams tank, and zero turn mower – cram them all into one package. This is a close representation of what you get with the Altoz TRX 660i zero turn mower. At first glance, it looks like a ton of fun, but you ask yourself if it’s […]
Makita XRU09 18V X2 LXT Brushless String Trimmer
Most of the major power tool manufacturers now have cordless OPE lines out. But where Makita has an advantage over the rest is that they have a legit Pro-level gas lineup in addition to the lithium-ion tools. It’s a big boost when it comes to fit and finish along with an intimate knowledge of what […]
John Deere ZTrak Z355R Zero-Turn Mower Review
One of the Pro Tool Reviews shops sits on over an acre of property. It’s a great location for testing both commercial and residential zero-turn mowers. Getting a John Deere ZTrak Z355R on the property was a fun opportunity to try out a zero-turn from a company with a lot of history. If you weren’t aware, […]
Toro 30 in Lawn Mower Review – TimeMaster Personal Pace
Homeowners and professionals alike are drawn to innovation. Selecting the best battery powered lawnmower might work for smaller yards. For larger properties or significant time-savings, however, a larger gas-powered mower provides a better experience. From my first riding mower to my first reel mower, one question was always the same, does the innovation make good on its claim? Having […]
Greenworks 60V Lawn Mower Review – 21-inch Brushless Mower
Greenworks has moved through a seeming identity crisis since their initial 40V line hit the market with solid success. We’ve seen 24V, 80V, 82V (part of their commercial series), and now 60V. To be fair, Greenworks has been part of the lithium-ion OPE conversation from very early on and the multiple voltages are the result […]
Stihl Backpack Battery – AR 2000 to Replace AR 900
Stihl recently introduced the Stihl Backpack Battery, the Stihl AR 2000, as an alternative power source to gas-powered tools and for professionals who work in areas with noise or emissions restrictions. The company claims the backpack battery can power tools up to 11 hours on one charge, which takes 130 minutes with Stihl AL 500 high-speed […]
Echo 58V Cordless Blower Review – Model CPLB-58V2AH (Gen 2)
Echo’s first foray into the cordless OPE world wasn’t bad, but its blower was kind of like the weird kid in the group with a strange design and okay performance. The Echo 58V Cordless Blower Version 2 gets a much sleeker jet fan design and a performance boost. It’s maturing and is beginning to look […]
EGO Power Head String Trimmer Edger Review
Having already reviewed both the EGO 56V cordless string trimmer and the EGO 15 in brushless string trimmer, getting our hands on the brand new EGO power head string trimmer seemed a logical next step. Of all the battery powered outdoor power equipment I’ve reviewed, the string trimmer is my go-to for introducing landscapers to the technology. […]