One of the biggest budget-busting decisions you'll make when purchasing these tools is choosing between electric and gas-powered models. If you're able to reach all corners of your lawn using implements that you connect home electrical outlet, you'll be able to use an electrical trimmer and edger. Most of these implements typically reach to a distance of 100 to 150 feet from an outlet.

However, if you'll need to extend beyond that distance, you may need to invest a little more in a gas-powered tool. These are also good to use if you have a large lawn that requires a great deal of trimming, as gas-powered units tend to be smaller and more mobile than their electrical counterparts. The downside is that gas-powered tools require more maintenance, and are often more noisy than electrical models.

If you're planning to buy both an edger and a trimmer, you may be able to save money by purchasing a horizontal trimmer that can be used for edging as well as trimming. This can be achieved simply by turning the trimmer at an angle that allows it to cut horizontally. You won't achieve as clean an edge when you cut using a trimmer, but if you're planning to buy gas-powered implements you'll save anywhere from $100 to $300 by choosing a tool that can cover both tasks.

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