Echo SRM-2620 VS Shindaiwa T262 String Trimmers. What's The Difference? Don't Pick The Wrong One. 😬

The Echo SRM-2620 and the Shindaiwa T262 are extremely similar but there are few subtle differences that might make a world of difference to your string trimming flow. Ergonomically one of these is a clear winner.
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[@RockyTopSplash]

Wish I'd watched this yesterday before buying this junk Echo 2620. I've used shindawia 242 for years.. stupid for thinking I could upgrade. I'm taking the echo back to home depot as you read this. Your review of the handles is SPOT ON! My exact experience. I've used every brand of weedeater out there.. $100-$400.. Shindawia is BY FAR #1.. Stihl is #2

[@jonathansouliere8321]

Echo and Shindaiwa are the same company just a little different handles and ect

[@RockyTopSplash]

@jonathansouliere8321 may be owned by the same company... but if you've ever worked in manufacturing... you'd know that 2 products from same company doesn't make them the same. Shindawia is still a way better weedeater than echo. I've used every brand

[@MrSRV94]

This is the video I've been searching for. Thank you ❤️

[@80SWoods]

I’m glad I had my local landscaping store special order me the Shindaiwa T262 versus buying the Echo off the shelf.

[@scottygear1]

Bought the shindy T262 thanks to this video

[@robkocol5664]

Shindaiwa has always been more ergonomic than most others. The "Old School" Shindaiwa (made in Japan) was considered the best you can buy. The added expense got you reliability and engineering and design/serviceability that Shindaiwa was able to build it's reputation for "The First to start, The Last to quit!" Stihl could never say that. Parts are still available for the old Shindaiwa units unlike the RedMax brand .

[@robkocol5664]

I'd also like to add the Shindaiwa edger design is far superior to the Stihl or Echo. I'm in Florida dealing with the Floratam variety of St. Augustine grass. I can lay down the sweetest, fine, deeply clean, edger lines made anywhere. Stihl can't begin to compare! I use a Shindaiwa LE261 model edger.

[@kdr1048]

You are exactly correct on that throttle difference! Exact reason i prefer the older echo srm 210 over the newer echos.

[@robert334bl3]

I've got one I'm rebuilding right now the gray one

[@ksjohnson219]

I agree with you on the shindaiwa I own both I'm thinking about selling my echo 2620u the shindaiwa is great

[@DaneTheGreat46]

As an owner of a PAS2620 and T302, I’m thinking the opposite. I’ve actually put the echo throttle control unit on my 302, because I find it more comfortable 😂. Also, the way echo tuck its wires with the metal bracket keeps them from snagging stuff in the back of my truck. Personal preference, I love my 302, any time I’m looking to buy a trimmer, it’ll probably be a Shindaiwa. Much love from Barbados, my brother! Hopefully one day you can take a vacation here!

[@charlesburdette7497]

I have a shin for 28 it still runs today

[@terrybrooks272]

Must be 270 or t27. Love em. If I'm spending 300+ on a trimmer, that's the only brand I feel comfortable giving it up for.

[@CuttaSquad]

Just got the 262. Did a review myself

[@DR650adventures]

I ended up getting the 262 and glad I did love it so far,, one thing is the fuel filler being in a much better position

[@user-tk5zg6xv3j]

My Shindaiwa T261 trimmer is 20-years old this season.

[@victorrippe5845]

I totally agree echos trigger Handles used to be much more comfortable then the ones they have now I used to call echo and complain about it but they never went back to there old trigger design.

[@shepc1169]

loved the old shindaiwa T27 from the early nineties.

[@mm2024-7]

Was considering the T-262 but ended up getting a T-302X brushcutter! What a beast but a little heavier. Shindaiwa Rules!

[@Born2doom]

Gonna have to try the Shindaiwa now! 🤣

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey I’m a fan of both. I still have one of my first trimmers Echo SRM2400 going strong. I have others but looking at another and it will be Shindaiwa

[@blackheart9068]

Nice choice, they are basically the same but the shindaiwa has a true straight shaft compared to the echo flex shaft. Echo dropped the ball on this one as it can come with certain vibration from the flex shaft.

[@joeysmith6154]

I’ve owned 2 shindiawas since 1990. I live on an acre and spend roughly 2 hours trimming each cut. Reliability and value is more important to me . Also my Shindiawa is balanced evenly. So following terrain contours is effortless. Again, 2 units in 34 years. ❤ Shindiawa !!!

[@noahpeters010]

The boat guy in Bourne sells Echo but not Shindawa, but also the home Depot near me sells Echo and Shindawa which is pretty sick

[@BurkeCN74]

I have a Shin thats old enough to buy beer and it still runs strong. Never had anything that says Stihl that compares. I have an echo blower that still starts on the 3rd pull anytime, its about 7-8 years old. Love these brands, the Japanese know their small enigines.

[@scorpionking4lyfegenesis264]

Echo has a slightly bigger gas tank and bigger gear ,but shindaiwa has a longer 20 in spread over 17 spread on the 2620t ,but does bigger gear make a huge difference on echo?

[@harryerhart5978]

I started with Shindawia 40 years ago before you were born Shindawia wins it's more comfortable 😊😊😊

[@deborahkelly2576]

I have a shin T242X. How do I put the brush blade on. The bolt in the head won't unscrew. I have been trying to go rightly to unscrew the bolt still won't unscrew. Help !!

[@717790]

Well said, as an owner of both, I agree with you. Shindy all the way!

[@terrybrooks272]

262 can cut wider. I'm a vet, fan of old school t270 with slinky handle. SHINDAIWA Rules!

[@robkocol5664]

T270 "The Legendary badass"

[@esojanacig5138]

My old echo 261T retired after 16 years. I didn't get the new echo for 1 reason, the handle is too big for me. I got Shin T262 which has same handle a the old echos.

[@davidjaskiewicz3461]

Can the shindaiwa run .105 line without bogging down, or do I need to go to larger cc engine to run?

[@terrybrooks272]

I use .105 from time to time. I don't run the full 20 in. when using it

[@twocyclesmoke]

Shindaiwa-USA suggests the speedfeed 400 for under 25cc & the 500 for over 25cc. The Pre 2007 Shindaiwa (before Echo bought & ruined them) are the best ones. I still buy old ones of I find em in great condition used. They no longer promote “First to start last to quit” If I had to buy new today I’d buy A Maruyama. They have M-twist (same loading method as speedfeed).

[@deborahkelly2576]

Where can I find someone who really knows what they are talking about

[@chaser5201]

I wanna see the echo srm 3020t vs the shindy t302x ❤

[@tonylanclos3756]

Shindaiwa great machine

[@DR650adventures]

My Shindawai t260x has finally just shown signs that it’s ready for retirement after 10 years of awesomeness… will I buy another Shindawai?? Hell yes 👍

[@DR650adventures]

Brings me to question the T262 or the newer model T263???

[@twocyclesmoke]

The old Pre 2007 ones (before Echo bought & ruined them) are the best ones. I still find homeowner used like new pre 2007 models on classified sites & buy them. If I had to buy new I’d get A Maruyama. They have M-twist (basically same as speed feed)

[@robkocol5664]

@@DR650adventures Go older. The EPA keeps choking the newer stuff thru regulation requirements.

[@Krumholt]

They are literally the same weedeater, the same exact engine it’s a Chevy 1500 versus a GMC sierra 1500

[@blackheart9068]

The difference is the solid shaft in shindaiwa vs flex, the handle and the line spread. Basically you are getting a better deal with shindaiwa

[@robkocol5664]

GMC was always considered the "upscale choice" between the two.

[@wilsonmercado2287]

Shindaiwa all the time👍👍

[@ericmorales3016]

See specification cutting swath. Echo 17 inches VS, Shindaiwa 20 inches. Most important point too.😂

[@KTKLC]

Hi

[@hellocheckco]

Yo 💪

[@billybobbob3003]

@@hellocheckco echo trigger is more durable even if it's less comfortable the shindawa's will break off more easily.

[@dorcascross7115]

Promo>SM

[@vanman_fr]

I kinda hate that they buy up a company and start releasing almost the same equipment between the brands the old shindaiwas before echo bought them were the best trimmers ever made in my opinion I still use my old shindaiwa t230 from 1998 (best trimmer ever made) now shindaiwa is just slightly upgraded more expensive echo trimmers

[@robkocol5664]

The T230 was the little brother to the T260. IMHO the T260 was the best for all around use.

[@vanman_fr]

@robkocol5664 I prefer the lighter weight option the t230 has a really good power to weight ratio

[@robkocol5664]

I have to agree that the T230 has a great power to weight ratio. The T260 is the same concept but with more power and a little more weight. Both are absolute winners!!!

[@robertwilliams7842]

All this talk let the Machines run and do the talking.

[@victorr.leclerecreyes7869]

Same dog different collar.