Smart buys, value picks and money-saving guides for power tool shoppers
For a small yard, an affordable cordless blower is usually a better buy than a gas blower or a large backpack model. You are not clearing acres of wet leaves; you are moving leaves...
For occasional storm cleanup, the best-value battery chainsaw is usually not the largest saw on the shelf. A compact 18V or 20V saw is cheaper, easier to store, and capable of cutting most fallen...
An electric log splitter makes sense when you prepare a modest pile of firewood near an outlet and want to avoid the noise and upkeep of a gas engine. For occasional use, the best...
The best value for most compact lawns For a compact suburban lawn, the best-value string trimmer is usually a battery model in the 18V, 20V, or 24V class with a 10- to 12-inch cutting...
For a small, flat yard, you do not need a large riding mower or a premium self-propelled machine. A basic 20- to 21-inch walk-behind mower is usually the best value. The right choice depends...
Quick answer: choose reach and cutting capacity before extra features For most homeowners trimming a tall hedge a few times a year, a corded electric pole hedge trimmer is the lowest-cost choice if an...
A budget electric tiller is a practical choice for preparing a small garden bed, especially when the soil has already been loosened once or twice. For most compact plots, a corded cultivator or light-duty...
Best value for a small patio For a small patio, the best value is usually a compact electric pressure washer rated around 1,700–2,000 PSI and 1.2–1.5 gallons per minute, with a usable detergent tank...
Refreshing interior trim and doors is one of the best uses for a budget paint sprayer. A sprayer can put a smoother coat on flat doors and spindles than a brush, while reducing the...
What to buy for a small furniture project For a dresser, a few chairs, or a small table, the best-value HVLP sprayer is usually a basic turbine unit with a gun, cup, and a...
