Makita XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13"
String Trimmer, Tool Only
Price as of 2026-06-03. Check Amazon for the current price.
Quick Decision
Is This Right For You?
- •Buyers who prioritize quality over price in String Trimmers
- •Those who want a top-rated option — in the top 9% of String Trimmers by rating
- •Makita loyalists — the brand spans 134 products in our database
- •You're on a tight budget — $30 above the category average of $141
- •MAXLANDER Weed Wacker Cordless — 53% cheaper at $80 (Score B)
📊 Based on data analysis of 54 products in this category.
Mubboo Score: B
How It Compares
This Product Makita XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" | Most Popular WORX Cordless String Trimmer & Lawn Edger | Best Rated BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX 12 Inch Weed Eater Cordless String Trimmer | Best Value MAXLANDER Weed Wacker Cordless | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $170.78 | $99.99 | $98.94 | $79.99 |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.5/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Reviews | 992 | 27,712 | 6,381 | 1,071 |
| Mubboo Score | B | A | A- | B |
Quick Specs
- Color
- Teal
- Speed
- 6000 RPM
- Style Name
- Trimmer
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Item Weight
- 9.23 Pounds
- Manufacturer
- Makita
- Model Number
- XRU23Z
- Power Source
- Battery Powered
Expert Picks in String Trimmers
- Ego ST1511T Power+ 15" Powerload String Trimmer — general use
- Ego ST1521S Power+ 15" String Trimmer with Powerload — alternative to top pick
- Husqvarna Weed Eater 320iL String Trimmer — luxury/upgrade
- Worx WG170.2 20V Power Share GT Revolution 12" String Trimmer — small lawns
Category recommendations from independent expert publications. Source links in References.
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Key Features
- ✦No gas, emissions, oil mixing or pull starts with reduced maintenance and low noise levels
- ✦BL Brushless Motor delivers up to 6,000 RPM
- ✦Up to 1 hour of run time with 18V LXT 4.0Ah battery (battery sold separately)
- ✦High/Low button for power and run time management
- ✦Variable speed trigger for controlled cutting speed
Source: product listing on Amazon.
About Makita
- 134 products in our database
- Average rating: 4.7/5 across all products
- Price range: $4.99 – $2092
- Categories: Angle Grinders, Brooms, Chainsaws, Circular Saws, Cordless Drills, Hand Tool Sets
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Bottom Line
Makita XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" earns Mubboo Score B. Priced at $171 — a premium option, above the category average of $141. Rated 4.6/5 from 992+ reviews. Strong buy if: buyers who prioritize quality over price in string trimmers, those who want a top-rated option. Skip if: you're on a tight budget — WORX Cordless String Trimmer & Lawn Edger (Score A, $100) may fit better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Makita XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" worth buying in 2026?
It earns a Mubboo Score of B, with a 4.6/5 rating from 992 reviews — better than 91% of String Trimmers we track.
How much does the Makita XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" cost?
It is currently $170.78 — premium-tier pricing for String Trimmers.
How does the XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" compare to other String Trimmers?
The category's most-reviewed alternative is the WORX Cordless String Trimmer & Lawn Edger (4.4/5, 27,712 reviews, $99.99). The XRU23Z 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 13" carries a Mubboo Score of B vs A.
Sources & References
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