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WS4200 30-cc 4-cycle 17-in Straight Shaft Attachment Capable Gas String Trimmer Edger Conversion Capable

Ratings & Reviews for CRAFTSMAN WS4200 30-cc 4-cycle 17-in Straight Shaft Attachment Capable Gas String Trimmer Edger Conversion Capable

3.2
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 3.2 out of 5
805 Reviews


44% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The trimmer offers good power and convenience with its 4-cycle engine, but reliability and durability issues are common concerns. Many users appreciate the ease of use and effectiveness, but others report problems with starting the engine, the trimmer head, and the line feeding mechanism. The versatility of the attachment system is a key benefit, but overall quality and longevity appear inconsistent, leading to frustration for some customers.

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805 Customer Reviews

Good product

Would Recommend

Easy to handle

March 27, 2026
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New Weed Eater

Would Recommend

Didn’t like that I had to go to a store NOT in my area. But honestly, that was my fault. I thought I picked the store in my area. But I am glad I bought it.

March 23, 2026
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Great trimmer for the price.

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had this for 3-4 years. No issues. Change the oil, spark plug, and air filter every spring. All of the issues that give this a bad review are unbelievable. It works just fine. I would buy another but when this one dies I’ll move to battery powered blower. It’s all about preventative maintenance and the gasoline use you. Use ethanol free gas when you can find it. I would definitely recommend.

March 1, 2026

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The cunninghead comes off.

Brand new out of the box, worked with it ten fifteen minutes, and the cutting hedge spun off and the parts just went everywhere.

December 27, 2025
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Response from Craftsman

We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with your equipment. Please contact us directly at 1-855-971-2271 or email craftsmansup...

CraftsmanJanuary 15, 2026

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Crafty Craftsman

Would Recommend

Easy to assemble and start

December 12, 2025
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After two uses, feed head completely trashed.

Would Not Recommend

So far, only one broken part in this first month of use. Lite use at that - lack of rain means grass does not need mowing or weedwacking. Two times out and the feed head is completely destroyed. Wish i had bought something besides CRAFTSMAN.

December 7, 2025

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Hello. I appreciate your feedback on the CMXGTAMDSS30 and I'm sorry to hear bout the issue with your Trimmer head. Your satisfaction is our top priori...

CraftsmanDecember 9, 2025

AWESOMENESS

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this String Trimmer everytime my yard gets overgrown. This product works well. I also like the idea of attachments but I haven't bought any yet. This is an awesome product. I prefer this string trimmer over the 2-cycle version. I would recommend this product to anyone. This product also cuts through an inch thick weed with no bogging down.

November 20, 2025

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Read Package Carefully!!!

Would Not Recommend

Read package carefully. Thought it came with Easy Wind as described in video. It came with Quick Wind. Other than that, great product.

November 8, 2025
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Would Not Recommend

This is the only Lawn Equipment I've had to replace. I've gone through two of these in 6 years. Just a homeowner, so nothing too intense. There's no chance I'm going to buy this a third time. I may not need to replace it right now, I'm going to replace some parts, but you're not going to find much of that at Lowe's.

November 2, 2025
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We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with your equipment. Please contact us directly at 1-855-971-2271 or email craftsmansup...

CraftsmanNovember 3, 2025

Craftsman

Worse

Would Not Recommend

I hate craftsman just because I purchased a weedwraker less than a year ago and it wouldn’t hold oil,I called them and they said to take it to their shop,I did and now they claimed that it has no leak and refused to fix it,DO NOT BUY,their products used to be good,not anymore.

October 31, 2025
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Hello, Markenson. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. I am sorry that you had a negative experience with CRAFTSMAN WS4200 30-cc ...

CraftsmanOctober 31, 2025

Craftsman

Ask questions won’t buy anything from Lowe’s again

Would Not Recommend

Put gas in it didn’t start took me 4 days to return but denied refund cuz it only has a 48 hour return period

October 20, 2025
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We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with your equipment. Please contact us directly at 1-855-971-2271 or email craftsmansup...

CraftsmanOctober 20, 2025

Craftsman

Only last 2-3 years

Would Not Recommend

I’m a mechanic and I know how to maintain my equipment. I never abuse my machines. I bought my first WS4200 Craftsman in 2017 after moving into my new house. I got the Craftsman because I could swap out all the attachments. I have the Trimmer, Edger, Tiller, Pole Saw, ect… So after my first one stopped working 3 years later, I got another one. That one stopped working 2 years later. Today my 3rd Craftsman WS4200 lost all compression after just 2 years. I’m done with Craftsman and will be sellin...

October 19, 2025
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We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with your equipment. Please contact us directly at 1-855-971-2271 or email craftsmansup...

CraftsmanOctober 20, 2025

Craftsman

Great name and product

Would Recommend

It works like a commercial tool, very strong

September 25, 2025
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Don't buy products unless live close to a store.

Would Not Recommend

Product was damaged right out of box. Told me I had to return to a store which I do not live close to one.

September 20, 2025
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We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with your equipment. Please contact us directly at 1-855-971-2271 or email craftsmansup...

CraftsmanSeptember 23, 2025

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