Ratings & Reviews for CRAFTSMAN V20 20-volt max 13.0-in Straight Shaft Battery String Trimmer 4 Ah (Battery Included) (Charger Included)

Overall seems like a great trimmer. Battery lasts about 45 minutes. The first time I used it the spool head came off and I lost the spring. Still looking for a spring. Luckily I had another spool head that also fit, so I am still using the weed eater. I recommend you buy a second battery, so you can get a normal size yard done without waiting for the battery to recharge.

Re-stringing and safety

The original string lasted a very long time but now that it is gone, restringing it is a challenge. The instructions are useless. The instructions say to use craftsman string but it doesn’t seem to exist. I also echo the other review — be prepared to get hit in the face and legs with debris. Should wear safety glasses and Kevlar pants.

Poor Quality and won’t last as Advertised!

Housing melted at Spindle Opening and the Battery only lasts 15 minutes although i did get 20 minutes once.

Trimmer

Works great battery last a long time not to heavy so it does not wear you out .

Great Trimmer-leaving as completely behind

I bought this trimmer after initially purchasing the next model down. I returned that trimmer for this one because the next model down extends line every time you stop/start the motor which in my opinion is a huge waste. This model has the bump feed like every gas trimmer. I love this trimmer so far and it's an excellent value since you also receive a 4mah battery. My only complaint is that I feel like the low speed mode is almost useless, what is odd is that the lower model's low mode was g...

Very disappointed

So, I’ve never owned a cordless trimmer but after many years of carrying around a gas powered I thought I would give it a try. I selected this model based on its 40 minute run time and the size of my yard. I let the battery charge to full capacity as recommended and this morning I decided to give it a test spin. Checked my watch, 9:43 am, started trimming and was initially impressed with the power, I was also using the low power setting to get maximum use of the battery. 10 am, stopped cold, qui...

Great bang for your buck.

I originally bought this for my 8 year old to help me keep our half acre groomed since it’s easy to operate and much lighter than my gas weed eater. After using it myself for 2 mows so far without charging it, I am impressed it has the power to easily handle all my needs and not nearly as straining on my back because it’s pretty light weight.

Brushless Motor, but Lack of Quality?

Got this unit because it was Craftman's brushless version. What I was surprised was that it did not have the edger feature, like that of the model right below this one (and cheaper), and also didn't have the automatic string advance. The manual string advance still has me puzzled and I didn't find the instructions to be useful. I think the string spool is actually tangled, preventing the string from advancing. Handle lock assembly is cheap. Mine was lose right from the box, went to tighten so it...

Craftsman trimmer

After assembling the trimmer and fully charging the battery, I was only able to get 15 minutes of run time before the battery died. I again fully charged the battery and had the same results with only 15 minutes of run time. Needless to say, I packed the trimmer up and returned it to Lowes.

Not safe to operate. Should do a recall.

This trimmer kicks debris hitting you on the body and in the face. I will be returning it.

Craftsmanship Trimmer

returned item to lowes 7/2/19 Trimmer stopped wor

Would recommend.

Lightweight, easy to use. I wanted something that I could use easily without my husbands help.

Lightweight and is great at handling the usual yard trimming.