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Jet propulsion
You can blast debris off lawns and hard surfaces at up to 155 mph with the Ryobi Cordless Jet Fan Blower. A 40-volt lithium-ion battery delivers gas-like power, and there’s no cord to hamper movement. $169. (800) 466-3337; homedepot.com.
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Double duty
Knock out two yard-maintenance chores with the lightweight GreenWorks 40-volt Trimmer/Edger and Cordless Blower Kit. The trimmer converts easily to an edger; when the trimming’s done, swap the battery into the blower to quietly and quickly clean up. $190. (800) 221-0516; northerntool.com.
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Good vibrations
Weary or arthritic arms will appreciate the low-vibration handles on the Electric Cult A Till from Montgomery Ward. The 8.5-amp motor will churn dirt 8.5 inches deep and 11 inches wide, making soil prep easy for this year’s flowers and veggies. $200. (877) 784-2836; montgomeryward.com.
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Light landscaping
Great for keeping gardens aerated and weed-free, the 6.5-amp Sun Joe TJ600E Electric Garden Tiller/Cultivator weighs just 19 pounds. It has push-button ignition (with a safety feature) and tills a path 14 inches wide and 7 inches deep with four angled, steel tines. $140. (866) 766-9563; snowjoe.com.
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Tight advantage
The DR Corded Rototiller/Cultivator will cut a path in hard-to-navigate narrow spaces and raised beds with 16 teeth on four steel tines. Its instant-start feature and 26-pound frame make it a handy tool to operate. $135. (800) 687-6575; drpower.com.
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Well connected
A nifty cord hanger keeps the EarthWise electric tiller/cultivator connected while churning up soil. Its 6-inch wheels make moving around the yard a breeze; they fold out of the way when you’re ready to till. $160. (800) 685-4845; kotulas.com.
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Whisper whack
Weighing in at under 10 pounds, the Stihl FSA 65 electric grass trimmer won’t trouble you with heavy gas tanks or awkward cords. It’s powered by environmentally friendly lithium-ion technology that runs quieter than gas-powered counterparts for up to 70 minutes. $260 for trimmer; battery and charger sold separately. (800) 467-8445; stihlusa.com.
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Propelled to the top
The cordless Black & Decker SPCM1936 lawnmower has a self-propel feature that makes it ultra easy to use. With a 19-inch deck and 36 volts, it has the power to trim lawns one-third acre or smaller with one charge. $379. (800) 697-3277; sears.com.
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Neighbor friendly
So quiet your neighbors may not even notice it’s running, the Stihl 200-BQ Electric Chainsaw is powerful enough to cut through hardwoods up to a foot in diameter. Simple to start—just squeeze the trigger and go. $380; AP180 36-volt battery and charger sold separately. (800) 467-8445; stihlusa.com.
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Mulch machine
Quickly turn 10 bags of leaves, clippings and small limbs into one bag of mulch or compost fodder with a DuroStar Electric EcoShredder Chipper. The 2.5-horsepower motor has a three-cycle V-blade cutter, and it’s on wheels so it easily goes where you need it. $270. (888) 452-8227; Chippers Direct.
When lush lawns and gardens start to get out of hand, take control with these quiet and lightweight garden tools.