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When the basket demolition derby begins, buyers have only one conflict: gas or electric outdoor equipment.
There are definitely pros and cons to both, but when it's all said and done, which one is best?
When we get to gas powered vs. The debate over powered outdoor equipment comes down to it really depends on the user, their needs and the size of the landscape. As you review your future gardening tool options, here are a few considerations:
Power tools are quieter. After spending most of my life listening to the roar of two-stroke engines, the sudden silence between working power tools is startling. Yelling or turning off the gas engine when working with a chainsaw or hedge, I can talk to others. If you live in a neighborhood with close neighbors, a lower decibel level may be worth the investment. It is always recommended to wear hearing protection.
The vibration is reduced. Most gasoline-powered lawn and garden tools cause some degree of numbness in the hands and arms, even after prolonged use. Vibrations transmitted by power tools are significantly reduced. I still get blisters when working with power lawn equipment, so don't throw away the gloves.
Power tools may be more convenient in most cases. Being able to pick up a power tool and get to work quickly without having to fill up the gas tank, check the oil, or crank the throttle is a huge plus. Conversely, battery management is important because when the battery is depleted, the operator must wait for it to recharge.
Reliable performance. Gas powered tools have reliable performance (no battery recharging) and can be easily repaired by anyone familiar with small machines.
Electric outdoor equipment is not cheap. For many Americans, the tool itself may be within its price range, but batteries are expensive, making it difficult to spend money on them. Especially if they have a gasoline powered version of the same tool.
How big is your garden? Electric gardening tools are great in the typical country home environment, but if you're working on larger projects or in areas far from outlets, gas-powered tools may still be the way to go.
Should you buy gasoline or power gardening tools? That's the question I asked myself recently at a hardware store when I looked at a wall of outdoor power tools, then turned around and looked at a wall of gas tools.
