Best Battery-Powered Leaf Blowers in 2022
We almost can’t count the number of new battery-powered leaf blowers that have hit the market since our first round-up article many years ago. Consumers and professionals alike have dozens more options—from blowing force and noise output to ergonomics and price. Regardless of what you choose, leaf blowers have performance that is leaps and bounds […]
Best Battery Powered Weed Eater for 2023
Switching from Gas to Battery is Easier with the Latest Generation of Battery-Powered String Trimmers Even before you finally pull the trigger on a battery-powered lawn mower, cordless string trimmers present a much more accessible entry point for homeowners. Pros running landscaping crews have grabbed these tools when they need a quiet solution for municipalities. […]
Top 12 Most Exciting Tools From 2021 (Plus a Bonus)
As we put 2021 in the rearview mirror, it’s a great time to look back on some of the coolest, best, and most innovative tools we got to put our hands on this year. Here’s a look at what made our eyes pop in 2021! Be sure to click on the title to read each […]
Best Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmer Reviews 2021
When you’re making the switch away from gas or corded power to battery power, hedge trimmers are a great place to start. They’re not as power-hungry as mowers and chainsaws, so they can run a long time without strapping a monster-size battery to it. The best battery-powered hedge trimmer models make the transition easy and […]
Hedge Trimmers: Types, Benefits, and How to Use Them
Just like a well-manicured lawn requires a good lawnmower, you need a good hedge trimmer to maintain neat and tidy hedges. Explore the different types of hedge trimmers and how to use them effectively. What are Hedge Trimmers? Hedge trimmers are gardening tools that cut hedges. They have a long cutting bar powered by gas, […]
Best Riding Lawn Mowers for 2023
There are just too many benefits of riding lawn mowers to mention here, and we’re sure you already know what they are anyway. If you don’t currently enjoy these “luxuries”, then you’re definitely not alone in pining for them in the hot summer sun. So, the staff at OPE has assembled our recommendations for the […]
Best Handheld Pressure Washer Reviews 2023
The handheld pressure washer (often called a power cleaner) represents a relatively new class of power tool that falls between the high-pressure cleaning of a pressure washer and the capabilities of a hose nozzle. Choosing the best handheld pressure washer or power cleaner for your needs depends on several factors. Do you want the highest […]
Best Cordless Chainsaw Reviews 2023
When we began testing the best cordless chainsaws (or, really, battery-powered chainsaws) we wanted to understand who offered the best power, the most convenience, the best ergonomics, and more. It wasn’t too long ago that only a few manufacturers even made cordless chainsaws. Of those, only a couple offered noteworthy performance and could be considered […]