We are coming to the end of our second summer and fall seasons using the Black & Decker 20V Power Connect Cordless String Trimmer and Sweeper Combo Kit (LCC222) at our lakeside vacation cottage. These are great light weight, light duty tools. One charge of the 20V lithium batteries provides enough run time for string trimming all around our cottage and detached garage, or for sweeping pine needles, leaves, and other debris off of our fairly large deck, or for blowing grass clippings off of our moderate length driveway after mowing.

These tools are light weight and easy to carry and use, but your expectations have to be realistic because they are also fairly light duty tools. Many of the less favorable reviews of the sweeper call it a "leaf blower." Although the tool looks like a miniature leaf blower, it is NOT a leaf blower, it's a "sweeper" as clearly described in the listing (think broom, not rake). Plenty of power for blowing debris off of our deck or blowing grass clippings off of the driveway, but you shouldn't expect this light duty tool to blow leaves off of large areas of your grass. Similarly, the light weight string trimmer works fine on long grass or weeds around buildings or trees, but don't expect it to cut down thick weeds or heavy brush. And although you can use the trimmer for very light edging, we use a much heavier duty tool when it's time for the annual edging of our driveway. When used within their limitations, these are both excellent tools, and we usually use one or both of them during every visit to our cottage.

I can say they are not to bad. The blower id not real powerful but it will do the job if it is light. the trimmer woker good so far but the battery ran out before O finished the yard. but it does come with 2 batterys.

These tools have made my life in the yard much easier. Work as described and lightweight enough for a not-so-strong mom... Had no idea how much fun it was to edge a lawn! Wish the battery life were longer but with two charged, I just plan accordingly. They last long enough to get the job done.

Best trimmer I've had and I've had many, and expensive brands as well. It allows you to easily and comfortably trim while line auto replenishes. It really does work well. Happy buyer.

100ish bucks for 2 tools & 2 batteries! Not bad! I decided to no longer use a lawn service and get a low cost mower and trimmer. I originally looked at the 40v version trimmer. It was over 130 bucks and came with just one battery. Then I saw this combo and figured I'd give it a try. Would the 40v have more power? Of course; but, would the 20v be enough for my uses? Well, yes it is just great for my uses! I just have a standard single family house lawn. I just have to trim by the fence and the bricks around my bushes/flowers (I haven't edged with it yet so I cannot comment on that). This got the job done easy! I should have timed myself; I probably had the trimmer running for at least 15 minutes, and it was still going strong when I finished. The blower works well for small areas (sidewalks, back deck). But, it isn't super powerful.

Overall, if you just need to do some light trimming, this combo will work great for you! With 2 batteries, you should never run out of power if your uses are similar to mine. The blower is an added bonus. I wasn't going to get a blower, just a trimmer. But, I am happy I have it now to just blow off the sidewalk and end of driveway.

If you don't need a blower, and just want the most power, the 40v is a great choice too I'm sure. But, this 20v I am quite happy with. It is so light as well, very easy to use!