Stihl FS 56 vs FS 70 String Trimmer Comparison

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The Stihl FS 70 string trimmer costs about $70-$80 more than the Stihl FS 56 string trimmer. Why does it cost more and is it worth it?
We’ll let you decide if it’s worth it, but in this video we compare the Stihl FS 70 and Stihl FS 56, including which one gets 10% more power, the benefit of a dual piston ring over a single ring, the difference in starting them, and more.
With the information in this video, you should be able to decide which weed eater is the right choice for you and your property!
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[@PeterTheMowerExpert]

I’ve used my FS56 commercially for five years now and it’s still working great.

[@George-on3zm]

Yeah, I just purchased one today. Both Stihl dealerships told me they are great

[@PeterTheMowerExpert]

I love it

[@JayMoney-tw7tg]

It's really interesting, good work, man. I'm about to get an fs56 rc

[@leadnsteel1428]

Me too. I run premium fuel as well as Aspen for winter storage... Also make sure to clean the spark arrestor once in a while it will run great.

[@johnh9507]

Can you swap the starter if you want to to a traditional recoil?

[@hippo-potamus]

Thanks for the comparison mate. Every Stihl product I have ever purchased from trimmers, to chainsaws, to blowers, have been a true workhorse champions for years. I'm going to upgrade my 10 year old homeowners curved shaft stihl trimmer for that FS 70. Old one still runs and performs well and I'll keep it as a backup.

[@mikebridgeline3275]

Thank you! For all your beautiful videos. Just purchased a second FS 56 RC. For farther 's day. Can't be happier. The first one last me 8yrs. Till I' ran into a buried peace of fencing. In my neighbors yard. At the time, we didn't know it was there. Till the trimmer hit it. Busting the bearings in the gearbox. That's when I' decided not to repair it. And just go for a new one. For $ 200.00 you can't go wrong. Holding on to the old one. Till we come across a used gear box. It didn't make sense to order a new gear box. At $ 98.00 dollar's. As the unit are worth $ 200.00. Thank you again for this excellent video. Big fan. 👍😉❤️

[@Carlsmower]

Thanks for watching Mike! Happy Father's Day to you!

[@Dungulus]

This video convinced me to buy the fs70 last summer for maintaining around the electric fence i use to keep cattle out of my hay stack. I upgraded to a grass blade to help cut through the Johnson grass and other stalked weeds that were too much for the string and I've had a great experience with it after a year of use. Thanks a lot.

[@johnmarsman7843]

That's what I'm looking to use one for too, thanks! Ill check into the 70 now

[@DarrinCanote]

Thank you so much for this video! I literally scoured your video playlist and others trying to find the differences of these trimmers to no avail. Literally an hour later you post this…. No better timing… Also thanks, for the sneak peek on the upcoming Ak series. You have been a Tremendous help thanks. Do you have any comments on serviceability? I’m leaning toward the 70r and like to work on my equipment myself.

[@deliverybryan1138]

I love my Fs 70 r it’s done me very good . My step dad just bought the Fs 56 and first I thought he was using my grass trimmer it looks very similar to my pro grade grass trimmer the Fs 70 r . He told me that he bought his Fs 56 for light duty work . Unlike mine for more heavier duty tasks . I might have to need a more professional grass trimmer someday .

[@lucky_luciano7228]

Glad I found this video before I Purchased my first Stihl weed wacker, picked up a fs 70r today and I love it

[@Carlsmower]

🙌 Great to hear!

[@hanscattini468]

Very informative… best yet ❤❤

[@1BadVan]

I like some of the newer features on these models but my Fs55r is still going strong over 10 years later. Literally found it in my father in laws shed 10 years ago after he passed, fired right up and been going since. This year I threw in a new carb and spark plug since I was dumb and left old gas mix in it and clogged it. $20 on Amazon later and running perfect

[@markusreiner5615]

Thank you for this review!!

[@beardedkountry]

Great video just picked myself up a fs70r

[@murkypuddle33]

I used to use the FS56. It was so lightweight, I could manipulate it so easily and in a matter of a week or 2 with noi prior training, I was doing the fast walk edging and topping like my boss was. One thing I would like to point out though, it gave off a foul noxious exhaust that was annoying to smell and sometimes felt like it made me a little queasy. Mind you, this was after using it for full days in the hot sun AND it was fairly older. Pretty good on gas too! I'm actually about to buy an FS91 just because I trust Stihl so much after using it for so long

[@chrisb9478]

I bought an FS70 two years ago. It runs like a beast and starts easy. Update, I added an Echo Speedfeed trimmer head and a grease zerk near the angle of the head, since they no longer come with 1.

[@Carlsmower]

It’s a great unit

[@cooperhickman9650]

I’m 14 (almost 15) and have owned an FS 70 R since September 2020. I actually originally bought an Echo SRM 225, but returned it and got the FS 70. It has honestly been the best trimmer I have ever owned. It is powerful, lightweight, and reliable. I have cut things down with this that you could probably only get if you step up to an expensive heavy duty commercial trimmer. This thing is a beast and I would recommend it to anyone looking to start a lawn business and needs an affordable entry level commercial trimmer.

[@steve8803]

I've had the 56 for 5 years now. Just light duty on a 1/4 acre lot. I use it once a week for about 5 months out of the year. No issues.

[@Davegvg3576]

Damm solid job in describing the differentiators. Smashed the like and subscribed.

[@Carlsmower]

Thanks Dave

[@afultz1390]

I love my FS70R. Thank you for your detailed info about these tremors. I cut 35 to 40 yd a week and I believe this trimmer is perfect for me. So much power and smooth

[@leadnsteel1428]

The Fs 56 rc is no problems. I always run 91 octane fuel its never given me any problems. I also use aspen for winter storage no need to drain the gas.

[@wildcatindustries8030]

Caught a smoking deal on a FS70, decided to put it on layaway. I’ve used my 56 for years, went through 3 heads, spark plugs, air filter, and two gear boxes. Still runs like a champ. But since I’m picking up more jobs than I normally would, I’m upgrading. I used a 130 and a 240 at work with limited experience and as much as I would like to have a 130, definitely not in the budget. But I’ve heard the 70 is very solid so I’ll probably use it till it wears out then upgrade from there. Stihl has to be the best brand I know of. I own 3 feather lights that have held on for dear life just doing light work and my buddy has went through husqvarnas like he goes through shoes but his Stihl 56 and 91 still go strong

[@johnwashingtoncountyor4954]

I bought the FS 70R last year and am happy I did.

[@Carlsmower]

It’s a pretty powerful trimmer for its weight

[@zaalen97]

Thank you for this.

[@Chris_dolmeth]

This video is prime example of why to research before buying. I just recently moved onto a 5 acre lot with about 2.5 of it I have to mow and weed eat. Had a yard machines cheap one when we moved and after 2 times spending 3 hours weed eating I said nope and went and got a fs56 now I’m wishing I would have gotten the fs70

[@Carlsmower]

Your 56 will serve you well for quite a few years just be prepared to move up when the time comes enjoy and thank you for your feedback

[@nasonguy]

You just convinced me. 5 acres and I cut about 2 of it twice a year. Thick desert grasses and small brush. Sounds like the fs70 is going to be a better long term investment.

[@tedrussell902]

I have a FS 55r that I bought about 11 year ago and it still running like a sewing machine and I cut a number of yards!

[@George-on3zm]

Thank you. I just purchased an FS 56 today. Steel dealership said they are great. Just trying to figure out how hard it is to change the spool string

[@tedrussell902]

@@George-on3zm I restring mine real simple. I don’t think you’ll have any problem once you do it one time.

[@Moncho68]

Very interesting. greetings from SPAIN

[@JP-ry9ob]

Just picked up the FS70r....it came with the easy load head... Bump extend works as expected.....impressive so far, its replacing my 250aud McCulloch that lasted me 12yrs! And yes I have large yard(s) to edge. McCulloch pain to load

[@Carlsmower]

Nice upgrade

[@mrglock2313]

I bought the 56 today and wished I stepped up. I went to my local Stihl dealer and they didn't educate me at all on the difference. I already used it so now I am stuck with it. I have a small farm and probably should have gotten the commercial one. But the 56 started 1st pull and did great. Now I know next time to watch these reviews first 😂

[@George-on3zm]

Yeah, video was a little bit strange. I talked to two different Stihl dealerships within three hours and both of them recommending the FS 56.! I told them I’ve got about an acre of land and they said overall it’s a very good one.

[@bobbyberry5559]

Remember this guy runs a shop😊

[@tomspettel3646]

Yhank you for that good knowledgeable information I went to a certified stilh dealer and they cant find there a$$ with both there hands about the FS70R.

[@davt8615]

Love the 70 a have the bull handle 70c and it rips through everything

[@kamikazecosmonaut]

Thanks. I will consider the FS-70 when it's time to retire the FS-56

[@Carlsmower]

It’s a nice step up

[@laurencechapman1990]

Thank you for these videos! I’m in my first year of gardening professionally and looking for a new strimmer. I’ve been researching the fs70, 91 and 94. Do you have a recommendation on which might be best for me?

[@Carlsmower]

Just short grass? Ever a blade? Maybe a Kombi as your first unit? Then you have a trimmer, edger,……

[@laurencechapman1990]

@@Carlsmower Thanks for the reply. I’ll be wanting to run a blade sometimes, and as I’ve already got a hedge trimmer I went for the 91 👍

[@johnh9507]

Does your service manual tell you where the low screw and high screw start off at for the FS 56 thank you

[@alexandermanos5483]

Which one is best for cutting a residential hillside southern California? I love Stihl products.

[@johnh9507]

Can you change out the assisted recoil to a traditional recoil starter?

[@jarrod1687]

I edge my 1/4 acre block with a fs240r (bought originally to clear overgrown yard which it did with ease), thinking of going a fs70r

[@jarrod1687]

Ended up with a 94r, so light!

[@VergilTheLegendaryDarkSlayer]

I have a FS200 It is a good brushcutter but mine was tempremental that would just stop and wouldn't start again after it ran for 15 minutes It now runs much richer with the fuel and don't have as much problems now after the 5th guy looked at it

[@kattmandu]

When you say the FS 70 would be better for running a blade, does that mean something like rotary scissors? So, if I want to run rotary scissors, I should step up to the 70?

[@Join0rDIE1776]

Just picked up the 70 from my good buddy halecky at JC small engine stihl shop. And godam this thing is an animal. Absolute animal for the price. 300 bucks it slices through tall thick grass like a butter knife ya pulled out of a forge glowing cherrrry red and then slid through butter. Absolute recommend the 70 over the 56. Quick question for ya. This head is not greasable is it?? I’m not missing a grease fitting somehwere am I?!

[@Carlsmower]

Sealed gearbox.

[@nightwolf883]

56 is good for residential use. As a mechanic, I see the pawls in the rewind starter wear out pretty fast. Aside from that design flaw, they’re ok. I’m more partial to the 91 R myself

[@omarcuevas1551]

Which stihl weedeater has a solid shaft?

[@wdonwelton]

I have the triangle bush blade on my 56 and it seems to work okay; however, I'd like to install the chainsaw type round blade on it. Do you think my 56 is to lite for the chainsaw blade?

[@kermit368]

Still working fine? They recommend not using blades on them but also sell an adapter kit. 🤔

[@Hrvoje90]

Can you make video about 55 vs 56

[@hrmacdonald4471]

I have the 56RC model...when I bought it I was told I could use a blade on it. I just bought the WoodCut 200-80 blade but haven't installed it yet...can my 56 handle a blade for light use. Thank you for the great video's.

[@Carlsmower]

Just be aware of the cable drive, it will work. Thanks for the feedback

[@hrmacdonald4471]

@@Carlsmower Thats great...I put the blade on this afternoon and cut a few twigs...seems to work ok...I will just go light with it...thanks again for the help!

[@Carlsmower]

@@hrmacdonald4471 Just know the limits. Enjoy the machine!

[@gtaste]

If by stihl dealer you mean Ewing Outdoor supply in San Leandro, CA. They weren’t really much of a help. I purchased their last FS 56 today with no user manual because they didn’t have any from what the employee told me. He was going to show me how everything works. Made my purchase and returned an hour later to pick up. The guy that was supposed to show me how to use the FS 56 was gone. A different employee handed me my new purchased item which came with free eye protection glasses and tools. I asked again if it came with a user manual and he pointed to the eye protection instruction pamphlet that is translated in every language and said that the user manual for the FS 56. Service was terrible

[@SimseFalk1819]

Is the FS70 only sold in the US?

[@haroldterry4964]

Will this take a cutting saw blade

[@cachemasterT]

Thanks so much. 70 it is!

[@billgraham5609]

I just bought the 56 2 weeks ago, then this pops up. Wish I would have seen it. I would have upped to the 70

[@Carlsmower]

Next time 😀

[@michaelwas8549]

Which model can I put a saw blade on to cut small weed tree saplings?

[@snoopfurlow1275]

You can with the fs 56 but you would have to convert it,put a fs 91r shaft tube assembly on it ,.mines cut better, can run attachments

[@markclark1605]

Like the FS - 70

[@Carlsmower]

Worth the jump

[@timgthatsit6756]

Iv always been partial to the curved shaft models, myself. The FS50C Has Always done what I ask of it. I'm 1 of those Weird people that actually enjoy weedeating.

[@nickikarr2613]

I've got a 56 but it doesn't have the easy start I've had it for a very long time but I do have a question about the fuel tank size on the 70 is it bigger than 56 it how does it compare to the 94 111 131

[@therrienmichael08]

I am looking for entry commercial model. We do 15 lawns a day on average.

[@user-qu7jc8ht5q]

My fs 70 is great. The handle however is not. Solid plastic handles suck when you have 2 hrs of work each go. I replaced it with a cheap ryobi soft handle. Maybe something to change in the future

[@derekcheung1388]

love my 56, but in summer times it takes 1 1/2 tank of gas to cut through my yard, and the vibration feels pretty bad on the hands. Which one would you say has best vibration dampening?

[@Carlsmower]

70 is significantly smoother, but a 91 would be better yet.

[@Simple_Youtube]

Is the FS70 straight gas for can I run the Stihl Pre Mix ??

[@snoopfurlow1275]

Use 2 cycle oil per gallon of gas,its a 2 cycle

[@johnh9507]

So this is January 2024 right now a FS 70 is 329 the 56 is 199 what's the better deal do they use the same trimmer head now? Not a big fan of the self-assist start but I can get used to it, I still use my old SRM echo I want to replace it with something else

[@snoopfurlow1275]

Fs 56rc,but get the one with a geaseable gearhead

[@zackeryarnett9454]

Hey is stihl going to come out with the stihl br 900 backpack blower

[@Carlsmower]

I haven’t heard or seen anything

[@VergilTheLegendaryDarkSlayer]

Late reply, a SR450 is a really good tool It can be used for spreading dry items and wet items

[@larryholder5796]

Why is the price for a trimmer head gear box 214.00 ?

[@Stefano_B.]

Do they have the flexible shaft?

[@simonev97]

Yes, sadly...

[@mikeb4639]

70 is a beast

[@Carlsmower]

It sure is compared to the 56. Great machine for the weight and price.

[@keithienmason4643]

It's a good trimmer

[@Carlsmower]

They are both good trimmers

[@codyscherer6930]

is the 70 good enough to put a blade on

[@snoopfurlow1275]

No put a fs 91 tube shaft assembly on it,or the square shaft mite be the same size

[@Kudeghraw]

Yes. You buy a kit from Stihl specifically for that purpose and it should be on a shelf right next to the trimmer. Ace hardware has Stihl tools and the staff can get you setup with the blade assembly and even get you a double warranty (4 years) More power in the 70 to take the blade than the 56. You will be mowing down 4-5 inch trees in no time with a Forrester blade.

[@chevyguy1128]

My stihl fs 70r is only 2 weeks old and already had to go in for warranty repair I noticed yesterday September 13 gas dripping out of the air filter cover so I took the cover off and the air filter was soaked with gas I took it back to the stihl dealer where I bought it and they said a new carb should fix it machine only 2 weeks old shouldn't have to go in for repair already after I wear this machine out it will be echo or some other commercial grade trimmer for me store where I bought it won't give me a refund no more stihl products for me in the future

[@colinburr1316]

I think Stihl FS56 RC is the best one.

[@fernandofaria7126]

Can the Stihl Autocut 25-2 head that comes with FS 70 R be replaced with the Stihl Easy Spoll C26-2?

[@eugeneoreilly9356]

The little 27cc engine is at its limit on heavy grass and weeds.Otherwise a good product.

[@tonyd8672]

Is there any difference between the 94 and 70 besides ecospeed?

[@Carlsmower]

For sure. The FS94 is full pro, actually weighs less than the FS70

[@dirtlegchaser2424]

@@Carlsmower what is full pro?

[@Carlsmower]

@@dirtlegchaser2424 clutch improvements, comfort steps, better gearbox…..

[@migueltrujillo5932]

Damm I thought my FS70R was easy start, really my 131 pole saw is a little harder to pull.

[@ralph1125]

Ah, i find the "little bit more power" bit somewhat amusing. Aww, 10% isn't that much, right? Would you like a 10% increase in Salary? I mean, it's "not that much", right? How about you pay 10% more taxes? Point being, 10% is quite a lot imo.

[@Carlsmower]

At 10% gain is quite a lot you are correct

[@gregtracy9007]

I could go to Walmart at much better price. I'm the hometown small engine guy. I will not work on some brands. At the top of list Sthil 50 dollars flywheel key to fix a 2-dollar part another one with the oil seals out I just put them in the garage. I only respect 2 brands Husqvarna Echo. A lot of years the Sthil brand had nothing in the way of durability. I owned a few Stihls with a lot of disappointment. In !988 I bought a 50 Husqvarna no loose bolts it just ran. Early 80 I had a 028 and a 041 all I did was tighten bolts such a relief. My new Husqvarna and it just ran I was so happy I really needed to cut firewood the only I heated my house. The Walmart brands Stihls or off my list