Wirecutter - 7 items to skip at the dollar store

Coming home from your summer getaway to find your lawn grew out of control? A string trimmer (AKA a weed whacker) can help you tidy up those nooks and crannies your mower can’t reach.

Last month, Wirecutter readers beat the summer heat with A/Cs, ice cube trays, and ice cream scoops. Others folks turned to our grooming and health picks to master the art of self-care.

Deal price: $119 | Street price: $159

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Add a personal touch to your backyard or patio with these mosquito-repelling string lights. The Tiki Bitefighter Lights combine form and function with individually-controlled repellers nestled among a string of bright lights.

Deal price: $400 | Street price: $430

The Hisense is one of the best budget-friendly 4K TVs available. It won’t be able to keep up with advanced video games, but its vibrant colors and crisp picture make it great for folks who just want a regular TV. This deal is available in the 55-inch size.

Deal price: $64 | Street price: $75

If you want a handy tabletop lantern that can be recharged from a USB port, the Coleman OneSource has robust size and six brightness settings for a variety of outdoor situations. It offers many of the same features as our top pick, but without requiring bulky D batteries. Plus, the rechargeable battery can be removed and used with many other Coleman products.