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RIDGID 18V Brushless 14-Inch Cordless Battery String Trimmer

The RIDGID R01201B is a tool-only 18V trimmer with an adjustable 12–14-inch cutting swath. It suits buyers already using RIDGID 18V batteries; compare it with other cordless and battery-powered options below.

The RIDGID 18V Brushless 14 in Cordless Battery String Trimmer is the R01201B, a bare tool designed for the brand’s 18V battery platform. Its cutting width adjusts from 12 to 14 inches, and it accepts .095-inch line through a bump-feed head. That makes battery compatibility and the included-tool contents key checks before you buy.

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RYOBI RY402110 leads for its wide swath and published kit runtime; other picks suit attachment use, STIHL and FLEXVOLT owners.

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STIHL FSA 50 suits edging flexibility; FSA 70 R targets more demanding homeowner work, and FSA 57 is aimed at smaller lawns.

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RYOBI offers a wide adjustable swath, while STIHL options cover edging conversion and smaller-lawn trimming.

Common questions

Questions before you buy

Does RIDGID make a cordless string trimmer?

Yes. RIDGID sells the R01201B 18V Brushless 14 in. String Trimmer as a cordless tool. The bare-tool version does not include a battery or charger, and it works with RIDGID 18V batteries.

What is the cutting width of the RIDGID R01201B?

RIDGID lists an adjustable cutting swath from 12 to 14 inches. The setting lets you trade a narrower path for longer runtime or a wider path for faster coverage, according to the manufacturer.

Does the RIDGID 18V trimmer include a battery?

The R01201B tool-only package lists the trimmer, front handle and grass deflector. RIDGID says the battery and charger are sold separately; check the exact kit code if you want them included.

What line does the RIDGID R01201B use?

RIDGID specifies .095-inch trimmer line and a bump-feed head. The manufacturer says the head can be reloaded in under a minute.