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Brush Cutter Universal Metal Blade String Trimmer Replacement Head

Ratings & Reviews for Shakespeare Brush Cutter Universal Metal Blade String Trimmer Replacement Head

3.9
395
Review
 3.9 out of 5
395 Reviews


75% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers praise the brush cutter's powerful cutting performance on thick weeds, tall grass, and saplings, with many noting it eliminates frequent string replacements and handles dense overgrowth effortlessly. Installation is straightforward on compatible models, particularly Ryobi and Stihl trimmers. However, a substantial segment reports incompatibility with Craftsman, Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt, and Bolens trimmers despite universal fit claims, causing frustration. A few users experience mechanical issues like head counter-rotation or blade wrapping. Overall, those with compatible equipment express strong satisfaction, though compatibility concerns significantly impact overall sentiment.

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395 Customer Reviews

Great brush cutter for the price.

Would Recommend

Used this to clear some thick brush around the property. The blades cut great, but the thin gray plastic that goes around the blades doesn't like hitting even small sticks. For 20 bucks it's a winner. Not sure that I would pay much more though

November 11, 2026
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Works great used it to cut my edge with sidewalk.

November 9, 2026
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Poor compatibility

Compatibility is a huge issue. Very difficult to install and almost impossible to remove to change blades. This totally negates the fact and cut very well.

October 26, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertOctober 26, 2026

Solid product.

Would Recommend

Be sure to consult you owner's manual; some weedeaters can't use this.

October 23, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertOctober 23, 2026

Good deal

Would Recommend

Easy to install... Cuts nice

October 21, 2026
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Good for blackberry bushes

Would Recommend

This was highly recommended to me to use on blackberry bushes. It is way more effective than the plastic string attachment.

October 20, 2026
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Would Recommend

It's the best Bang for the buck has replaceable.Cutting blades cuts brush pretty easy up to1/2 inch. And it's really durable and balanced , minimal vibration.

October 18, 2026
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Cuts good, durable

Would Recommend

Bought this to tackle some weeds that got too big and woody for the twine. Has been great so far, even with accidently hitting rocks the blades are still holding up and still sharp. Compatible with our Kobalt battery weed eater, and I haven't noticed any additional weight or vibration. Definately recommend.

October 4, 2026
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Perfect replacement for string weed eater

Would Recommend

I needed an alternative solution to string weed eating I needed to cut through thick grass and brush. Comes with several threaded heads to fit almost any weed eater. It fit perfect t on my Husqvarna.

September 25, 2026
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Does not fit

Would Not Recommend

A $20 paper weight because the “universal” head doesn’t work with the brand new Craftsman I bought at the same time. Love wasting money in 2026. Don’t be like me…read the reviews first

September 18, 2026
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WeedWarriorProductExpertSeptember 22, 2026

Would Recommend

It fits my weed eater perfectly and make quick work out of cleaning brush on fence rows!

September 10, 2026
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