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Customer Reviews for RYOBI 40V 12 in. Cordless Battery String Trimmer with 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger

Internet #206481631

Model #RY40240

Store SKU #1001555943

  • Variable speed trigger for more power or longer battery life
  • Auto-feed string head for ease of use and quick reloads
  • Works with all Ryobi 40V batteries

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  • 80% recommend this product
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Battery problems
Don’t buy this! I’ve had mine for about 2 years. Common problem is that it runs for a short while then stops. I replaced battery after year one and problem is worse. Also it is heavy. I haven’t used that much either so it’s not from overuse. Went and bought a gas powered this year. Tired of dealing with.
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Response from RYOBIMay 26, 2023
Hello, Gohogs69 - We're disappointed to hear that your string trimmer is not running consistently! Would you mind sending us an email at Reviews@RYOBItools.com? We want to learn more about this, so we can provide you with a good solution. RYOBIOutdoorTools
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    I have another Ryobi 40 volt that is several years...
    I have another Ryobi 40 volt that is several years old but this one is quite a bit lighter. Being lighter makes it easier for this 73 year old lady to handle. Love the way it trims.
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    Performs as expected.
    Good power. Great for lawn trimming and small clearing jobs. Lightweight and well balanced with 40V battery attached.
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    Nice piece of equipment
    Nice piece of equipment. Light and easy to use. Would like it better if it had bump to extend the line and it it had a place to add a strap to carry.
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    Love it, easy to use!...
    Love it, easy to use!
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    Multitasking and more Powerful
    [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've owned Ryobi lithium products since 2012. They have performed above and beyond in most cases. My previous string trimmer was the 24v version. Since Ryobi discontinued selling 24v products and batteries I needed to replace it with the 40v version. This version is a more powerful two string version with a longer lasting battery. However it does have some negatives. The motor although more powerful has been moved to the opposite end next to the battery. This makes it more difficult to use because it's heavier and somewhat unbalanced than the 24v version. It's also noiser then the 24v version. The good part is the 40v string trimmers upper portion can be multitasking and used with other useful attachments. The product is quality manufactured and should last for years in normal use.
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      good but could be improved drastically
      [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just used it for the first time. The handle is really annoying, if you need to do edging you can flip it but it doesn't lock into different modes. Cheaper models do this easily. Also the connection between the two rods is right where I'd like to have the handle but the handle wont fit over it.
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        Battery was bad , returned it. Store didn’t have a...
        Battery was bad , returned it. Store didn’t have a replacement. Bought a different brand at a different store.
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        Response from RYOBIMay 18, 2023
        Hello, Homedepotcustomer - We are very sorry to see that your battery would not charge and you had to return your kit! And we wish we could have been able to connect, so we could have tried to turn this experience around for you. But we thank you for taking the time to leave your review. And feel free to email us anytime at Reviews@RYOBItools.com, if you'd like to continue this conversation. RYOBIOutdoorTools
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        Light duty only
        I have had a sturdy 2 stroke for years that is bullet proof. I decided to leave the blade on it for my heavy work and buy this Riobi for light lawn trimming. It does the job but is obviously not for excessive use. It is light and easy to carry but it is built so lightly I don't expect it to last. The spool looks worn after on 3 trims.
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        Very powerful, but is so light. I can do a...
        Very powerful, but is so light. I can do a lot more work on one charge.
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        Valuable addition
        I gladly add this to my arsenal of 40v yard implements (chainsaw, hedge trimmer and now string trimmer). No 2 cycle gas mixing for me.
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        Very disappointed - string will not stay in place...
        Very disappointed - string will not stay in place
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        Response from RYOBIMay 19, 2023
        Hello, Michelle - We are sorry to see that you are having some frustration with your string trimmer! And we'd like to provide you with some support. Would you mind sending us an email at Reviews@RYOBItools.com? RYOBIOutdoorTools
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        This trimmer is nice and powerful, and the battery lasts...
        This trimmer is nice and powerful, and the battery lasts for a really long time.
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        Three star
        Do yourself a favor get the expandable model. The line head is a pain to advance. Runs out of line too quick. And the cut is weak. Only cuts with one piece of line…not on both sides. The expandable model cuts much better line tap to release is better. I should have returned it. I bought the expandable about two months later as it was on sale for $180 with a 40v battery and charger. So got another battery (4amp hr) and charger. Great deal.
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          Excellent sting trimmer. Works great trimming my yard and uses...
          Excellent sting trimmer. Works great trimming my yard and uses the same 40 volt battery that my Ryobi lawn mower uses.
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          The main thing I like about this is that I...
          The main thing I like about this is that I can share the same battery I already have for my mower. It has good balance and is a good size.. My only complaint about it is that has a single string but I knew that going in and for what I use it for that's fine..
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          my second one, never go back to gas...
          my second one, never go back to gas
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          I returened it as it did not meet my needs....
          I returened it as it did not meet my needs.
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          Response from RYOBIMay 12, 2023
          Hello, Slicky - We're sorry to hear that this string trimmer did not fit your needs and was returned! We would have been happy to speak with you about this issue, so we could have tried to turn this experience around. But we thank you for taking the time to leave your review. And if you want to share more, then please contact us anytime at Reviews@RYOBItools.com. RYOBIOutdoorTools
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          Tiny spool of line and VERY finicky about dispensing the...
          Tiny spool of line and VERY finicky about dispensing the line. It cuts off more than you use!
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          Response from RYOBIMay 12, 2023
          Hello, Doug b - We're sorry to learn about the difficulty you've had with your string trimmer! Would you mind sending us an email at Reviews@RYOBItools.com? We'd like to hear more, so we can try and move this experience in a positive direction. RYOBIOutdoorTools
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          Works well for heavier grasses and weeds
          Cuts heavier grasses and weeds well. not brush clearing so much tho
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            Very good and light weight. Easy to use...
            Very good and light weight. Easy to use
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            Great purchase. Lots of power
            Lots of power for battery operated. I used it for about 40 min straight on one battery! Did the trick! It’s quite heavy and the handle gets loose. Easily re-tightened though. Otherwise, no other complaints. I’m really glad I bought it. It’s nice to not have to fool with gas or the extreme loudness of a regular trimmer.
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