Eco-Friendly Weedeater Comparison: Lehr vs. Grass Hog

The Lehr Eco Trimmer is an innovative, eco-friendly weedeater that substitutes a 16.4-oz. propane canister for gas as a fuel source. This weedeater affords the same power and portability as do gas weedeaters while offering an eco-friendly alternative at a comparable price. I recommend it for pros and for homeowners with challenging trimming needs. But before you buy one, consult my review of this eco-friendly weedeater, where those not mechanically inclined will find the solution to a problem, potentially saving you time and frustration.

For folks with average trimming needs, battery-powered weedeaters like the cordless Grass Hog are a better eco-friendly option. They're less powerful, so it's more difficult to trim tough weeds and tall grass with them. And they don't hold a charge for long, which is inconvenient if you have to roam far and wide across a big yard to complete your trimming chores. But if you're trimming needs are average, and you want to go cordless and eco-friendly, battery power is the answer.

A few reasons to go with the cordless Grass Hog:

1. The Grass Hog weighs only 6.5 lbs., compared to 16 lbs. for the Lehr (when fueled).
2. It's easier to charge a battery than to make a trip to the store to buy more propane.
3. Automatic start-up: no starter cord to pull.

Another eco-friendly approach to trimming is to plan your landscape in such a way as to minimize (or even virtually eliminate) your trimming needs. For example:

• Use mulch in areas where, otherwise, you would need to use a weedeater.
• Border your lawn with a mowing strip.