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Black & Decker LSTE523 20V MAX EASYFEED 2-Speed Lithium-Ion 12 in. Cordless String Trimmer/Edger Kit (2.5 Ah)
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Highlights
- 20V MAX EASYFEED 2-Speed Lithium-Ion 12 in. Cordle
- 2.5 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery
- (1) Charger
- (1) Afs Spool
- (1) Guard
Description
Power through overgrowth and precisely edge borders and sidewalks for a manicured look. This two-speed convertible trimmer and edger delivers the extra torque you need with the no-bump convenience of EASYFEED string advance.
Converts from trimmer to wheeled edger; Line diameter 0.065 in.
Power drive transmission for increased torque
2 speed control for more power or extended runtime. Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18
Easy feed allows you to advance your line with the push of a button with no bumping required
Part of the 20 Volt MAX System; 1 system endless tasks. Power for your style
Part of the POWERCOMMAND Family of tools EASYFEED, POWERCUT, POWERBOOST helps solve common user frustrations when using outdoor power equipment.
Dimensions (Overall): 41.13 inches (H) x 5.75 inches (W) x 9.25 inches (D)
Weight: 8.85 pounds
CA Carburetor Law Compliant: Yes
Battery Voltage: 20.0 volts
Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Tools Not Provided
Blade Length: 12.0 inches
Cutting Width: 0 inches
Power Source: Battery
Battery: 1 Non-Universal Lithium Ion, Required, Included
Warranty: Multiple Warranties and/or Time Frames Apply. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 80678385
UPC: 885911450461
Origin: made in the USA or imported
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm -- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov www.p65warnings.ca.gov
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 41.4 inches length x 9.3 inches width x 5.8 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 8.85 pounds
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Q: What is the run time of the charged battery?
submitted by Buyer - 1 year ago
A: Lightweight and high-powered with 3 amp hours of runtime so you can work longer and more efficiently.
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Summary of reviews
The Black & Decker trimmer is praised for its lightweight design, ease of use, and good battery life. Guests appreciate its convenience, especially the automatic line feed and battery interchangeability with other Black & Decker tools. However, some guests have experienced issues with the durability of plastic parts and the automatic string feed mechanism.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.1 out of 5 stars with 32 reviews
Broken trigger switch
1 out of 5 stars
MM1956 - 6 months ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Like others have reported, after 1.5 summers of extremely light use, the trigger switch does not start the blower. My previous B&D trimmer lasted 8 years.
1 reply from CRAFTSMAN team - 6 months ago
Hello MM1956 I appreciate your feedback on the 20V MAX* String Trimmer | Edger, 12-Inch, 2.5 Ah LSTE523 and I'm sorry to hear The trigger switch does not start the blower. This is not the kind of performance we expect from our products. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thanks, Andy Social Media Team.
Does not feed the string
1 out of 5 stars
stay - 8 months ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
This is the second one I have had. The first one overheated and I had to stop using it until it cooled down . I really liked the ease of use from weed trimming to edging, so I got another one through my Credit Union rewards. Now this one won't feed the string. It worked with the original string spool and hasn't worked since. Once I put the cover on the string mechanism, it stops feeding the string. If I loosen the cover I can get the string to click and pull out, but once I put the orange cover back on it stops feeding again. So disappointed.
1 reply from Deeris BLACK+DECKER team - 8 months ago
Hello, I appreciate your feedback on the LSTE523 and I am sorry to hear the you are experiencing issues with string feeding. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We will be reaching out to you via the email provided.
Worthless
1 out of 5 stars
FrustratedAsHell - 11 months ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Less than a month of use and it no longer works..full charge but will not turn on!! Just frustrating.. Do Not Buy this product complete waste of money and time!!
1 reply from Customer Service team - 10 months ago
Hello and thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and would like to assist you in finding a solution. We have sent you an email to the address provided in your review. Please check your spam folder as it may have landed there. Customer support can also be reached at any time by emailing WECARE@sbdinc.com. Thanks Black+Decker ® Social Media Team
Do not buy.
1 out of 5 stars
Mohill53 - 1 year ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Do not buy, I have bought 2 and both times with very little use , the trigger wouldn’t start after pressing the starter button . . I Like the power and last of batteries
1 reply from Mike team - 1 year ago
Hello Mohill53. I appreciate your feedback on the 20V MAX* String Trimmer / Edger, 12-Inch LSTE523 and I'm sorry to hear that you have bought 2 and both times with very little use , the trigger wouldn’t start after pressing the starter button. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thank you, Mike.
Model LSTE StringTtrimmer
1 out of 5 stars
Rick1957 - 2 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I purchased the Black and Decker (model - LSTE523) string trimmer earlier this year and have used it very little. The trimmer itself works well, but the automatic line easy feed mechanism no longer works. MY overall rating would be much higher, if the automatic line easy feed option worked correctly.
1 reply from Mike team - 2 years ago
Hello Rick1957. I appreciate your feedback on the 20V MAX* String Trimmer / Edger, 12-Inch LSTE523 and I'm sorry to hear that the automatic line easy feed mechanism no longer works. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thank you, Mike.
Do not last , think twice
1 out of 5 stars
real lawn - 2 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Unit # 3 just failed , these are not lasting very long 🥲 they last less than a full season of residential use … My Grandfather was a brand advocate ALWAYS beloved in B&D said their products last a lifetime , he would be very disappointed . We should not have to replace yearly , The motors seized up and smoke paired out of it …
1 reply from Social Media team - 2 years ago
Hello. I appreciate your feedback on the Trimmer and I'm sorry to hear about the issue. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We have reached out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thank you, Maria BLACK+DECKER
Bad restringing
2 out of 5 stars
Co137 - 2 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
This thing was amazing until I tried to restring it. It will not auto feed the line. I’ve never been so frustrated. I loved being able to flip from edger to trimmer and loved using it for 3 months. The wheel also helped with edging. And I loved the button to feed rather than bump. But now that I can’t feed string to it. It just feels like I want to throw it out out of frustration
1 reply from Social Media team - 2 years ago
Hello. I appreciate your feedback on the Trimmer and I'm sorry to hear the auto feed is not working. This is not the kind of performance we expect from our products. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thanks, Maria BLACK+DECKER
very disappointed..
2 out of 5 stars
Trimmerless - 2 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
This is the second Black + Decker 20v Max String Trimmer that i have bought. Both lasted less than a season. Now i have 4 batteries that i can't use. i am 73 years old and i liked them because they are light and user friendly. i am very disappointed.
1 reply from DEWALT® team - 2 years ago
Hello Laureen, I appreciate your feedback on the LSTE523 20V MAX* String Trimmer / Edger, 12-Inch, and I'm sorry to hear that it lasted one season. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We will be reaching out to you via email at the address you have provided to assist you further. Thank you, Dani.
Non working feeder.
1 out of 5 stars
twice - 2 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
The feed mechanism on my cordless trimmer does not work. When I try to feed more line nothing happens, I have to remove the cover on the spool and manually feed more line, then replace the cover. This happens every time more line needs to be released.
1 reply from BLACK+DECKER ® team - 2 years ago
Hello twice. I appreciate your feedback on the LSTE523 Trimmer and I'm sorry to hear about the issue you are experiencing with the string feeder. We will be reaching out to you with the email provided to assist you further. Please be sure to check your spam folder if you do not see our email in your InBox.
Died after the first year
1 out of 5 stars
RoscoePeekoe - 3 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I have had this trimmer a little over a year and it just died. Even bought a new battery thinking the battery was the issue. Nope - pull the trigger and nothing. Will not be replacing it with another Black and Decker product.
1 reply from BLACK+DECKER® Support team - 3 years ago
We’re sorry to hear about the issue you are having with your LSTE523 . Please contact us at wecare@sbdinc.com and reference ticket #5465845
My Review for 20V MAX* Lithium EASYFEED™ String Tr
5 out of 5 stars
Tazman23 - 4 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I own both the Black & Decker String Trimmer/Edger and the Worx String Trimmer/Edger. After comparing both units I have found the B & D trimmer to be a better unit that the Worx unit. The B & D trimmer has a stronger battery to give you longer run time. Holds a heavier gauge trimmer line than the Worx trimmer. The B&D trimmer also has a much higher torque motor than the Worx unit. The B & D unit has made strides in quality, durability and design. Personally I favor by far the B & D trimmer/edger over the Worx trimmer /edger. Compare for yourself, you'll see, feel and experience the difference in design and quality.
Easy to use
5 out of 5 stars
JJ14 - 4 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I’ve had gas trimmers for years and got sick of them not starting when I needed to use it . That never happens anymore . Love it .
less than i was told
2 out of 5 stars
grover - 5 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
hi I purchased a week ago , used 2 times so far ,it does the job but battery life isn't as long as I was told by salesman.it is lightweight,unsure if plastic holds up yet
Awesome Tool to have
5 out of 5 stars
Kurtz - 5 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
This purchase has been awesome for me! It is very easy to operate, and light weight! I would definitely recommend this product!
OK, but could use more power
3 out of 5 stars
John Paul - 5 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Easy to use, though a bit awkward re: the location of the button needed to enable one to activate the trimmer. I have an older Black and Decker that uses an 18 volt battery. My recent purchase (20 volt battery) seems to have less power. I am interested in gauging the performance over time, and assess how well the batteries retain power. Battery life and how long the battery retains its charge are important consideratins for me and its use on our .7 acre lawn
Like the 20V Max Lithium battery. Last longer.
3 out of 5 stars
DocV - 5 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Bought sept., 2019, worked well for 8wks. Come spring 2020, worked great for several weeks then the auto feed released whole reel. Rewound the string and it did the same thing. Further inspection showed the clutch used to auto feed string (made of plastic) was broken, still in warranty. I had an earlier model of this trimmer I loved, it lasted 3 years. This one lasted 6mths. Called support to let them know what happened, sent a new one. Hoping this one lasts longer than the 6mth the first LSTE523 Trimmer/Edger. It's light and the larger 20 volt battery last till my trimming is done. Even did my neighbors yard for him today with it. Again, hoping this lasts at least it's 2 yr warranty...price is good. Gave 3 stars for this reason.
Died after 9 months
1 out of 5 stars
Hopephil - 5 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
The PowerFeed never worked. I re-read the User and Guide, reinserted the spool countless times and tried new spools but I could never get the line to advance at all, never mind to the point where I heard it hitting the inside of the guard, as the Guide said I should. I had no choice but to remove the spool cap and advance the line manually if I needed a deeper cut for edge trimming. After 9 months the unit died completely even though the charger light was solid green, indicating the battery was fully charged. I have trashed it!
Great features
5 out of 5 stars
Hal69 - 6 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I absolutely love this product. Great power and long lasting battery. I love the ability to just start trimming and getting it done without having to pick up the cord and check on the plug-in. I have 3/4 acre of land and it makes trimming so easy. Can’t say enough about it!!
Nice weed eater
5 out of 5 stars
Jims - 6 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
I have been using Stihl equipment, but this weed eater I got for just around the house. Works great. Light an plenty of power. With the 3ah battery, I get tied before the battery does. That wheel for edging works great, on the concrete, but not so much for edging the flower beds. But the thing is so lite it really doesn’t matter. Really nice addition to my 20 volt tools.
Very frustrating
1 out of 5 stars
RSin - 7 years ago
originally posted on blackanddecker.com
Bought several months ago and trimmer worked fine. About a month ago the trimmer started auto-feeding too much line. Trimmer automatically shuts down when there is too much line. I can manually cut the excess line and trimmer will operate for 10seconds until it auto feeds too much line and shuts down again. I have not been able to trim in the last month. I regret buying this product.