BATTERY vs GAS - HEDGE TRIMMER COMPARISON

[@EddieLindsay681]

I was surprised how loud the battery trimmer was, I’m a gas man so I will definitely not be retiring my HS45 for some battery trimmer but I do see why they are so popular for the residential market. I got one love to service and maintain all my gas equipment but most don’t know how or even want to.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good observation. I never thought much of the noise level of battery powered hedge trimmers, but there is a lot of metal moving and rubbing against each other. I also reviewed the Milwaukee Qwik-Lok Articulating Hedge Trimmer, which may a tad quieter.

[@唐亮-j4p]

I've used an electric B & D trimmer for years. It's been a workhorse but I no longer am, and wanted to make my job easier. kzbin.infoUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG Around the corners, the small side yard etc. was a pain to run the cord out to, so I bought this thinking I'd use it for touch-ups and hard to reach places. Well, I haven't used the corded one since!This is so light weight and so much easier. It has all the power I need because I start wearing down after about 20 minutes and I haven't run out of battery yet. It takes about two hours to charge. I've used it about twice a week for a month and still have line left too. My favorite feature is the blade inside the shield that keeps the line trim to where I don't even have to think about it. You can see from my pic that it's been heavily used and I probably should clean it more often. Very happy with it.

[@johnlord3374]

I've gardened for over 40 years and have always used petrol as battery was not powerful enough for me until last week when I tried my friend's battery powered pole hedge trimmer. It was a revelation and it's battery for me in future. It was a husqvarna and very expensive but worth every penny.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I haven't had any issues with the Worx battery powered hedge trimmer. I eventually tried a battery powered Milwaukee articulating pole trimmer which is amazing!

[@worldwideslinger]

Which Husqvarna battery power did you end up going with and why?

[@reymondwallace3054]

I love the videos and being a professional landscaper I don't wish to lose time on work so I am all for the gas powered!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That makes sense. The battery powered tools are definitely improving, but still benefit the homeowner the most.

[@forreal245]

As a senior woman on a budget, I would go for battery operation to avoid mixing oil/gas & pulling cord with arthritic hands... I have recently started having joint pain in my hands. If younger, it would be Stihl gas without a doubt. Just a thought. PLUS, I have other Worx tools with batteries I could interchange.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for pointing that out. I'm discovering all kinds of advantages of battery powered tools. I use the Worx all the time to quick run out and trim the bushes back. It's nice to just pop the battery in and go. It's better than the electric one I own.

[@kdwb32]

I would lean toward the battery powered for home use. If I was a landscaping contractor or did commercial work, maybe the gas for quicker work and the fact of no charge needed. I do like them both. Very good comparison video.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, I like them both too.

[@billurban4656]

I just bought a Ryobi brushless 40v and it is awesome. 2hrs to charge and it lasts 1hr 40min or so. Its so quiet and less vibration compared to gas. Just press a button and it starts, also when you arent trimming its OFF, no noisy idling. Unless you are a professional and cutting hedges all day, go with a high end battery unit!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Those are some good points to consider. Thanks for sharing!

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

As I do it for a living, it will be petrol /gas all the way! Can get an hours cutting with my HS81R and she's a beast!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It seems gas is best for the pros and battery is best for homeowners.

[@bencarter2334]

I use hs81. It’s a pro model and would take some beating.

[@mickaelcornut109]

For me Stihl is life, no matter the price, a stihl tool you will keep it for life

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

They make high quality tools, for sure!

[@mickaelcornut109]

And thanks to your comparison, I just bought the Stihl HSA 86 this morning. A compromise between the battery and the quality :p www.stihl.fr/Produits-STIHL/Taille-haies-et-taille-haies-sur-perche/Taille-haies-%C3%A0-batterie/22156-1603/HSA-86.aspx didn't found the english site sorry ^^

[@localone1597]

You did the test, you should have said which one is better based on your using it. Our what your thoughts were

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I really like using a battery powered hedger as a homeowner. Since it will go for many weeks without being used, there's no worry about the fuel going bad.

[@kruppratte218]

I already prefer Gas as opposed to Battery or Corded Electric tools, good video, I'm sharing that. Heck, I got a Stihl FS-90R weed whacker, I can just replace the trimmer heads, got a weed trimmer head and a hedge trimmer head, you can cut trees the size of your thumb with the gas Hedge trimmers and with the Hedge trimmer attachment for a weed trimmer, the Stihl Trimmers have a wider gap in the teeth than the Trimmer attachment for the weed trimmers, but with the attachment, you can do a 12 foot tall hedge, without a ladder, if your 6' and can trim with one hand for more than an hour at a time, as far as the normal person, it works good though.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Cool, thanks for sharing!

[@kruppratte218]

no prob.

[@Mandalaman]

One main benefit of the new battery powered garden tools that I dont think you mentioned, is that even if you buy the top of the range battery powered equipment they end up paying for themselves more than two or three times in the cost of fuel compared to the fuel tools. I recently bought a stihl battery weed wacker and am very happy with it. The battery is guaranteed for 2000 full lifecycles which equals 2400€ in fuel here in Europe so more than pays itself off at the price of 700€ of the tool. I actually use it a lot more than the gas one because when I want to use it i just grab it, put the battery in and start working. I dont need to mix fuel, pour fuel, put fuel away, have fuel leak everywhere if there is any left in the tool etc, i just start the thing and im off. The noise and fumes is another great benefit of battery tools. I regularly weed wack outside my house with a 3 month old baby sleeping inside. try doing that with a fuel one without your wife killing you ;) I am really happy with my battery powered tools and living off grid I charge my batteries for free. great vid! thanks!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, interesting perspective. I was wondering the cost to charge batteries, but living off grid sounds like use charge them with solar energy?

[@Mandalaman]

yes I charge the batteries once my battery bank is on float so really costs nothing but even so it works out a lot cheaper than gas. that was one of the main selling points the guy was putting across even though I was already sold.

[@shaolindreams]

Decreasing overheads is quite important for a small gardening/maintenance business as well. Most of things you mentioned my friend said to me as he owns his own gardening business in a big city. Cordless ones are very handy for doing most the smaller jobs, where the client might be old and doesn't like too much noise, she might just want some lawns done and some bushes trimmed. Perfect for that, it pays for itself in no time. But if the gardens are very large or the job is clearance then that's when the petrol one comes out. He does still uses a petrol driven strimmer, mower and blower though.. so he's not totally converted yet.

[@prioritycutzlawncare3572]

One of the biggest difference is the teeth gap. On the gas power your teeth gap gives you better cutting vs the electric with a lesser gap for cutting

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Most of the shrubs in my yard aren't too thick except for a couple leatherleaf viburnums. I almost need a big bypass pruner. Otherwise, the electric works fine.

[@ljudmillamihhalko3526]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Is that good to cut Ivy, as I use now simple scissors?

[@Dnyce07]

Would you recommend a 52cc gas vs. A battery powered for thick shrubs?

[@cwmoser]

My 8 year old Echo HC-150 was a fine machine ... until today when the gear box case broke. Would cost me $130 on Ebay or Amazon for a replacement gear box which includes new blades. BUT, it is a 20-inch blade and a 22 to 24 inch one would be more helpful trimming my 5' high hedge. Also, my Echo weighs 11 lbs dry, and a lighter replacement would be beneficial. I'm thinking about either the 18volt or 40volt Ryobi battery Hedge Trimmer as a replacement - it has a 5 year warrantee too. My Echo is 8 years old and if I repaired it there would be no warrantee. Decisions, decisions - thinking about going to Home Depot and buying a Ryobi and trying it out, and if it doesn't perform well, then take it back for a refund. Thanks for the video. The Worx hedge trimmer looks like it performs close to the Stihl model.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The Worx trimmer surprised me with how well it works. I also reviewed the Milwaukee Articulating Hedge Pole Trimmer. If you have Milwaukee power tools, it's a good option, getting the tool only.

[@zacharyworthington5872]

People are such critics... “you should have did this, you should of did that”. Go do your own comparison then, give this man a break. Thanks for your video!!

[@brenthill5596]

EGO 56V versus Stihl would be a better challenge. The EGO hedge trimmer will run circles around that Worx.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I just used the Worx Hedge Trimmer a few hours ago. I was happy with the way it performed. I would like to test the EGO 56V though...

[@talkingcargojunkremoval]

No shit.

[@Dnyce07]

Thank you for the comparison vid, which help me out with my decision to go gas for thicker shrubs...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sounds like a good plan.

[@mikemoloney6448]

I've been trying to go green so I got a battery powered lawnmower and weed eater I liked them the first couple years but now they are becoming as big a drain on the wallet and nerves as a gas powered leaf blower that is almost 5 years old. so my assessment is that battery life Needs to become much longer (Operating time in mower 1Hour) charge time 45 min.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Battery life is improving. I often like to grab a battery powered tool for the quick and easy outdoor tasks.

[@mikemoloney6448]

@@MarkThomasBuilder yes the tool choice is the difference for battery duration too. I have a Porter-Cable drill and skill saw set and the battery lasts much longer in the drill than in the saw because of the torque requirements between the two.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Saws definitely are a drain on the battery. I remember my first 4" battery powered circular saw by Dewalt. It barely had enough power to cut 4@ 2x6's, way back then.

[@stealthmanx2]

Though it would take a couple more passes with the battery powered trimmer, not only are you saving money on the purchase, but on constant gas/oil as well. The good thing with battery powered tools now is you can interchange the batteries and just buy the tool which will save even more money. BTW, where did you buy this? I went to the Worx website and they don't even list it.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

WORX has introduced several models throughout the years. This one is probably 4-5 years old.

[@stealthmanx2]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Yeah, I think they discontinued it in the 56V and went down to the 40V.

[@onwardthruthefog]

Thanks for the great review. After trying the cordless Milwaukee M18 Hedge trimmer. I'm done with gas. It's the only tool to compare to a Stihl class and compares well in my opinion for half the price.

[@Hungrybird474]

Snapper 60v with battery, $50 clearance at Walmart came with two year battery warranty and 10 year engine Briggs and Stratton. I use it for the home and am happy with the purchase . Original price $17x.xx . Ty Walmart

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a cheap price! How's the cut quality?

[@derekmoen5382]

@@MarkThomasBuilder just bought 14 of the snappers for 35$ each. dont really need 14 of them but im sure i can make a buck. Im very impressed with the fit and finish of them. after working in lawncare for 20 years im really liking all the cordless trimmers and blowers the fumes and noise have really gotten to me...good video to btw

[@mikesmart4843]

I am currently looking to buy a hedge trimmer but not sure which way to go. Probably prefer petrol but they are a lot more expensive. Battery seems to do the job but seems to struggle sometimes. I guess you pays your money and makes your choice.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

There's a difference between the trimmers, but I'd say there's still enough power with some of the battery powered trimmers I've tested out lately, such as the Milwaukee Articulating Hedge Trimmer.

[@guardiandog2445]

The " Difference" is very simple : -The total cost of the One operated by a Battery ,..is THREE times the cost of the one operated by gasoline! ....🤷🏼WHY ?..... '-Cause the battery , and the Charger plus the Trimmer ARE all SOLD separated !.... **FOOTNOTE: Thats without mentioning the one operated by a battery tends to have replacement parts that are more expensive and not always easy to find than the one operated by gas !...

[@shaolindreams]

I like both.. depends on use. Battery and motor tech has definitely improved over the years.. A good cordless one is still a pretty capable machine. If it's for business and i'm doing lots of large gardens.. obviously the petrol driven one makes more sense.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I agree with everything you said. Thanks for posting!

[@ec633]

Just to b fair, as a professional gardener, go for gas. I have a small garden,hence go for battery powered one. Stihl is superb machine n I love it

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I started out with a corded hedge trimmer several years ago and it was a pain to drag the cord everywhere. I'm excited how well battery power works.

[@tariqarriaga9085]

please do a review on the DeWalt 15ah battery and how long it lasts!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for the suggestion, sounds interesting. I'll put that on my list.

[@walterkersting9922]

The stihl has dual reciprocating blades. Cheap hedgers have a single blade cutting against a stationary bar and they make a mess of you larger cuts. Pro stuff costs for a reason. But if they give me a battery powered dual reciprocating with rpm adjustment and a two inch blade opening and a 30" bar I'll give it a look.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I agree, you often get what you pay for. Battery power is making some big strides against gas powered tools.

[@ec633]

Thanks 4 Ur demo.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet!

[@justanaussie2822]

12 months for 2 stroke fuel. Give it a shake each time you use. 60 days is just up selling buddy.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I was told by an expert to make sure to buy gas from a place that sells a large volume of gas. If it sits at the gas station too long, then 2 months is more accurate.

[@glovedcop69]

Think it depends on how many bushes you plan on using it on.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

True. If it's just light maintenance, you could really do a lot.

[@scalejedi3849]

You can't beat gas more power when needed and keep the blades always sharp and keep away and be careful when cutting around wire fencing.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've had an issue with a wire fence before, not fun... Thanks for the advice. I'm overdue to sharpen the blades.

[@Trillville43]

Gas still wins but the gap is getting smaller and smaller each year not so much power concern as is runtime

[@WhiteWizard44]

2:29 Remember only folks in Oklahoma would need to test the Dust Bowl level of these trimmers...🙂 Great video though, and a thumbs up...👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thank you, glad you like the video. A fried from Oklahoma mentioned that you get a lot of wind there. I guess that's part of the dust issue you're talking about?

[@johnbailey9682]

We have 2 stihl hedge trimmers and 1 shindaiwa and 1 18volt milwaukee. I always grab the shindaiwa love it the girls go for the milwaukee. We do just over 300 lawns a week so glad most of them are small yards. We do have a few large ones but things work out very well.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Wow, it sounds like a very busy operation with over 300 lawns. I'm hoping to test out a Milwaukee 18v in the future.

[@kevinvance4101]

I'm changing to battery as things need replacing to avoid breathing in gas fumes.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I haven't heard that reason yet, but it's a valid point. I don't have much of an issue with the fumes from a trimmer, but when I standing around a diesel vehicle for awhile, it seems to bother me.

[@rogermurph101]

Yeah, I don’t get that. I switched to electric some years ago. All was fine until the batteries started to degrade. Went back to gas, no looking back. Gas is better all around.

[@woofy548]

Why would you use the cheapest models of battery trimmers vs the Stihl? Use the Dewalt battery trimmer.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's the only one I had at the time. If I get a higher end one, I'll post another vid.

[@oz9680]

Black and Decker all the way.No noise, no fuss.

[@mj1746]

Nobody ever mentions that you can recharge a battery, any rechargeable battery, only so many times. They don’t last forever, and for that matter some don’t last very long at all. And...manufacturers often discontinue making a particular battery and come out with new ones which are not compatible with the old ones. So keep in mind that you may wind up with a trimmer that you can no longer power in a few years. Lot of it has to do with marketing....they all want you to purchase a new one every few years. Gas trimmers on the other hand, can easily last 20 years or longer, especially if one knows what they are doing, and use alkylate fuel, such as Aspen or Motomix.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good point. I think Ryobi it the only tool manufacturer to only keep the same stem style batter pack over the 15+ years.

[@judeobegi9767]

For home use. I think the battery powered is good.although it is not as fast as the other one.it has less noise and is environmentally friendly coz it doesn't emit smoke

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good points. Battery power has improved quite a bit since I made this video.

[@roryb3013]

Why are you using a cheap electric/battery powered cutter and a top end petrol one this is not how a comparison works

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I understand we're not comparing apples to apples. My hopes of this video is to demonstrate the quality of both and let the viewer decide what they want to spend. Is the quality of the Stihl worth twice the cost?

[@ju2067]

Yes, that's more valuable for me the homeowner. I trim my hedges once a year so for me it's rent a high-end gas unit for $50 a day or invest in my own machine that I have to gamble on all sorts of different factors. I have 15' laurel hedges that need cutting once a year, at least. It's a whole day's job so for me, I think I'm still better to rent and not worry about having to invest in a pro-sumer unit or gamble on a lower end unit. Thanks for the review!

[@JohnUk65]

exactly!

[@diastoleny]

In this case it is an excellent comparison. A quality cordless vs a quality gas. I'm on the fence between an echo and the Dewalt right now.

[@dfields9511]

Excellent, I am considering a new hedge trimmer. My old corded 17 inch black & decker is having some difficulties , (it doesn't have the speed and power it use to) I ended up using my chain saw on the boxwood really cut the top back. I am considering more powerful 40v or higher one. Considering one that I could use battery for other tools down the road. I have already cut the extension cord twice by accident. Btw have you ever cut into hedges and out comes a snake head to see what's up. Yikes! That happens to me today.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yikes, no I don't see snakes here that much. The Worx one works great along with the vortex leaf blower and shares the same battery.

[@ricdonato4328]

D Fields, yes about a month ago that happened to me. My bushes grow touching the ground, when I clip I lift the bush kick the tarp under drop the hedge (catches the clippings, lazy mans job). Working the tarp around the other plants and under the seventy-ish feet of hedge becomes annoying. Being on my knees pushing the tarp under it I came eye to eye with “Mr. No-shoulders, Jake The Snake”; neither of us was happy. Instantly I made an executive decision, clip hedges about one foot above the ground. Now, when I can walk by them and see under them. We live on a pond thus we see both poison and non-poison snakes.

[@rogerivy2919]

of course the Stihl HS 56C, i like power.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm hearing the Tim the Toolman grunt, lol!👊

[@dpineiro001]

Thank you for your video, it's very interesting. Excuse me Mark: I have two brand new STIHL battery powered machines and I was trying to anticipate how to change their batteries when their lyfe cycle will have finished, but I couldn't find it. Is the integrated battery in STIHL machines replaceable? Thanks a lot. Diana (from Argentina)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoy it. I believe they are replaceable, but I don't own one to be sure.

[@southaussiegarbo2054]

I prefer battery power as they are lighter and more compact. And cheaper to run compared to petrol.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

They're really starting to compete with gas. Battery power is very impressive.

[@stewartbruce2409]

video, and thanks for your review. If your mechanically inclined there is nothing better than gas for the long haul. With battery machines your only option is replacing the expensive battery and perhaps the charger.. Then after several years with all the newest models, can you obtain that older model battery, and at what price? In general I consider battery lawn equipment to be junk. When was the last time you saw a landscape service using battery garden tools??? Remember much more battery garden tools are showing up at the home center because of big governments agenda to push it. I have many gasoline garden tools from the 1970's still working well!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I was in a meeting earlier this year with the Echo Company and they too, believe their future is in gas powered outdoor equipment. They still make some battery equipment, but will focus on gas powered.

[@johnfisher747]

I agree somewhat. The number of cheap Chinese electric garden appliances you see dumped is testament to this. However the high end electric like Stihl for example are the future, no getting around that. In the short term though I will continue to use and add to my fleet of petrol (gas) tools I use professionally. Cheers from Australia.

[@davidbuckley3786]

good video very helpful thanks

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, what type do you plan to buy?

[@Cdray24]

wHY DIDNT YOU GIVE US WHAT YOU THOUGHT? i DONT KNOW ONE FROM THE OTHER AND WOULD VALUE YOUR OPINION AS TO WHICH ONE WAS EASIER TO USE, FASTER ETC. hOW CAN WE TELL WHEN WE DIDNT DO THE WORK?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I wanted to show the differences to get the conversation started. I'd recommend reading through the comments. I'm happy to answer specific questions. Battery power has improved a great deal since making this video.

[@jamescampbell5316]

battery just got one ready to use it

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

How is it working out for you?

[@justanaussie2822]

Battery for DIY Fuel for professional. Good video btw

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks! I think battery technology is gaining momentum.

[@rameshpram1444]

Thank you

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome

[@mons-fe9fw]

gas is better but battery is quiet so electric for quiet naiberhood but not so clea cuts gas is better for good cuts and doesent have a batery that can explde

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

There's a lot of battery powered tools out there. I'm not hearing of any exploding problems, fortunately.

[@mrcwoodworks4523]

mons0427 if it explodes you sue and become a millionaire and retire

[@59BigWalt]

My issue is a 2 hour battery would stop have way on my yard

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sounds like you have a big yard?

[@derekmoen5382]

so what grab another beer and watch porn while its charging.

[@walterkersting9922]

That stihl doesn't sound like it's two stroking.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's true, now that you mention it.

[@diastoleny]

I always buy the stronger, higher quality power equipment, and when I don't , I always regret not having spent the extra dough. I'm leaning to that Dewalt now. I Don't have a lot of hedges and my gas option is a longer reach Echo at $400 which I rather not spend on such an occasional use tool.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm in the middle of testing an articulating battery powered hedge trimmer. The video will be out on Wednesday, fyi.

[@erike7297]

Blade speed.. Gas has a lot more of it. You can even see on video here how much faster the blade is moving on the Stihl. Gas is still king. I started out gardening with all battery stuff and now all that gear has taken a back seat. Battery hedge trimmers are pretty useable but battery blowers have really got a long way to go. Battery mowers aren't very good either. Anything with a larger engine CC is going to be hard for battery to keep up with. I own some Ego gear and Milwaukee, so I've had some of the nicest battery stuff and it really cant compare to the performance of gas.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, there's some tradeoffs there. Battery is nice for the convenience, but for longer projects or heavy duty work, gas is still the way to go. I like having both, especially a battery powered leaf blower just for the 2 minute cleaning of the grass clippings off my garage approach.

[@viveknarayan7673]

Can trim brinjal plant

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Is should trim it just fine. Are you trimming anything over 1/2"?

[@eleven7328]

i use echo gas hedge trimmers love them

[@dwighthobdy4623]

Stihl all day

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for your vote!

[@claudb1029]

Perhaps a bit like that comedy TOOL TIME. Peonies with a hedge trimmer? Only if you need to justify having bought them. A simple pair of QUALITY hand shears is far less expensive and faster. Most varieties simply, prune, themselves. I have a corded hedge trimmer. Yes, the cord is a pain. No, I've not YET, cut the cord. Few know or do sharpen the blades. It can be done. It takes time and patience.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've had to sharpen mine before. I think my local Stihl dealer offers that sharpening service.

[@prioritycutzlawncare3572]

i like both

[@douglasthompson9482]

As a semi commercial garden operator everything I have is gas. Some areas are forcing us to use electric or battery powered equipment. I see no benefits to going electric, less power, very expensive to buy. Really the truth behind electric batteries is not that energy efficient or environmental. Just my thoughts.

[@graemelaplante6331]

gas powered for sure it has way more power also I run a landscaping business so i’m a little bias to what has more power

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm for the most power too. I'm pleasantly surprised how well some of my battery powered stuff works though.

[@OfficialELTB]

Stihl = Still.... Not steel. Top vid 👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

😁👍

[@regsparkes6507]

I heard him say, Stihl not steel! I guess it's up to him. it's a German name, so I guess you'd have to be able to speak that language!

[@tinman1955]

Check out the ads on stihlusa.com/. They pronounce it STEEL not STILL.

[@OfficialELTB]

@@tinman1955 As long as people know what you mean I guess. Never heard anyone pronounce it steel. Germans pronounce it Schteal. I had a mate who pronounced sachs as sash... That was fun arguing with him lol

[@ManJunk427]

the Stihl has a much better quality cut..the blade on the two are not equal in quality though. You definitely need to use a better quality brushless electric model and at that point the cut quality will be equal.....only leaving the rest of the likes or dislikes to personal preference.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Makes sense... thanks for voting!

[@elmalloc]

Stihl HSA 56 is now Battery powered HEdge Trimmer. I'll get that!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sounds interesting!

[@jhmorgan72753]

If you have hedges which are Jurassic and tough the gas powered is better, battery powered hesitates on tough branches or clumps of branches, the gas cuts right thru them !!!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I just tested a Milwaukee battery powered hedge trimmer and it powered through the tough stuff.

[@dunnoyolo2238]

Gas powered will always perform better.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Battery powered hedge trimmers are catching up, but not quite the same.

[@tsant6591]

It doesn't matter how it's powered. It's the steel quality of the blades and weight that make the difference. Imo humble opinion, if it's light, razor sharp and fast cuts/minute it's a winner

[@scarpia519]

This video has pushed me over the top...it's gas for my application. It seemed to cut with more authority than the battery. I'll likely get a Stihl because they are stocked at a nearby family-owned shop. I'm willing to pay more at a mom-and-pop shop than less at a big box store raking it in by the billions.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm really impressed with my local Stihl dealer. They make sure everything is running properly and will be there to help if anything needs to be tweaked.

[@scarpia519]

@@MarkThomasBuilder I've learned that the gas trimmers are impossible to find in any of my local shops. Rats! Being manufactured in Germany (so I was told), they are victims of the supply chain and parts availability in today's goofy world of commerce. It's now looking like corded electric version is the best I can do. I rather have the corded model versus the battery-operated version.

[@scottsovocool5628]

Why does the Stihl cost $400 my Echo hc152 cost only $300 I personally only use Gas Echo equipment, but you have to buy the real high end Stihl ones for them to work out for you fine, I bought a MS 180 Chainsaw worst piece of equipment ever after 1 year it doesn't even work right and been in the shop 2x none of my Echo equipment has ever been in the shop at some point I may use the Stihl FS 90's or 100's trimmers but as far as buying low end you get what you pay for.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Interesting to know that. I've had a Stihl line trimmer give me problems about 7 years ago. I ended up giving it away. The new one I bought is a FS90R and it works great. My Stihl backpack blowers work good too. I like my Echo products too.

[@scottsovocool5628]

They Both make good products Echo is my personal preference I have 2 of the 770 backpack blower 2 trimmers the hedge trimmer the articulating hedge trimmer attachment for one of the trimmers and a hand held blower/vac

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sounds like a nice setup.

[@cadenconverse15]

Sovocool Landscaping I'm getting a echo 152 hedge trimmer I love echo!!!❤️️❤️️

[@scottsovocool5628]

Caden Converse I like mine only issue was the bolts on the bottom of the blades got to tight and the blades wouldn't move I adjusted it never had a problem since

[@horrorstateofmind2724]

For someone with a small yard with small amount of hedges id say battery

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The battery power today is much better then back when I made the video 3-4 years ago.

[@ricdonato4328]

Armando: Being a homeowner I completely agree with you; my yard is not small. Switched to RYOBI battery lawn tools, nope will not return to gas. The other day first grass cut of the season, put in the battery walked out the basement began cutting. Then used the RYOBI battery string trimmer, edger, and blower. Considerably more convenient than futzing with gas, filters, oil change, sparkplug, gas aroma, and the like. How sweet it is!

[@stewartbruce2409]

My comment 3 years later from my previous comment. Yes there is an advantage to electric equipment. I have halve dozen corded trimmers all gotton from the trash because people throw them out. If your going electric a corded machine will still be usable 20 years later unless the supply of electric changes. Battery machines are so finicky that in a short period of time they are useless mostly because of battery failure. I also have several battery machines, and batteries obtained from the recycle bins. If one is gifted with electronic skills, battery machines are excellent as a freebie. Unfortunately I wasted many hours trying to restore thrown out batteries with little success. Petrol is the past and will be the future. Cheers and all the best!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I love my battery outdoor power tools for quick jobs because of no warm up time. Gas/petrol is great for the big projects.

[@adamatdavis7049]

I would say gas looks better

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks!

[@zackneal9176]

The gas powered headge trimmer

[@gabrielmacias4466]

I say gas but for a budget battery

[@randytaylor1690]

Still (pun intended) an unfair comparison. I own a battery powered Husqvarna 536 series that'll eat through 3/4 inch material like butter.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm a fan of Husqvarna and will have to try the 536 sometime.

[@randytaylor1690]

I LOVE it, had to dump my gas powered hedger and string trimmer since it's a no, no with a pacemaker...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Huh, I never knew about that.

[@adamatdavis7049]

gas

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for voting!

[@michaelcorrigan6558]

Ok

[@tlgmaquinasevariedades]

Thak yuo . Sthil

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for voting!

[@ec633]

Battery powered. For sure

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good call!🙌

[@oscarsantos2608]

Gas... it weighs less.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for voting!

[@paulkazjack]

Love electric!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's nice, steady power if you don't have to go too far from an outlet.

[@aaronemery5525]

use a husqvarna better comparison

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'd like to try one.

[@johnwakefield7373]

In England we call gas petrol.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Interesting to know, thanks.

[@brettbarlow9874]

Gas

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for your vote!

[@Flowshow88]

Thank you for the video. But comparing anything to Stihl is just a no brainer lol

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Haha, good point. This was the only battery powered gas trimmer I had bak then.

[@josephcollins3447]

Husq gas.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I haven't tried their hedge trimmer yet. I'm a big fan of their chainsaws!

[@mikefirthy]

the stihl would have a longer life

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'd say that's a true statement.

[@RP-vr8pi]

Gas powered all the way

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good choice!

[@10OZDuster]

cordless electrics today outsell any gas makes, there are so many competition in the cordless arena that will make your head spin and its not going to be pretty for the manufactures as i'm almost sure there will be a price collapse with so many competing brands that you've never made cordless products not mentioning know brands making their own. I came from the gas arena and will never go back to gas. I've seen in a very short time the improvements on cordless and each time you turn around a new and better and cheaper unit comes out. there is no future in gas models gas from 50 years ago is the same as gas models today nothing new just a new part number and nothing exciting, Now all gas manufacturers have their own cordless versions because they exactly know where the future is going and where the market is. gas is dead

[@secretriversounds]

What brand/model do you recommend for cordless electric hedge trimmers?

[@josepimentel3986]

Gas no stack

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Ok

[@donoschwald1552]

You convinced me. GAS!!! It just sounds more powerfull.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, the gas units have plenty of power!

[@MegaGsizzle]

Gas one was a lot cleaner

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's more expensive too, so looks like you get what you pay for, lol!

[@gr33nyuk32]

Why are you raving it like that would you rev your car at every time like that ? Noooo

[@spokenbratze2361]

Never ever GAS ...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Battery power is a great choice.

[@spokenbratze2361]

@@MarkThomasBuilder I have HLA 85 & MSA 200. I dont Miss any Gasoline Equipment

[@adamatdavis7049]

400

[@toninnoin]

Is this a little irresponsible considering we're all trying to be environmental guy?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I recently tested another battery powered hedge trimmer and it did an amazing job with some amazing power.

[@toninnoin]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Is this a little irresponsible considering we're all trying to be environmentals?

[@davidmaldonado6792]

I say battery.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, battery powered hedge trimmers are amazing!

[@Vixinaful]

Electric! Fuxk batteries!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Electric is great when you don't have to go far from the house.