Stihl Fsa 135r vs Stihl Fsa 90r (Battery Powered Trimmers)

In this video I go over the Stihl fsa 135r and the Stihl fsa 90r battery powered trimmer. I explain which one is the ultimate best choice to make and why you and anyone else should chose this trimmer over the other! Hopefully this video helps you out in your decision making!
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[@bryceappleton7594]

Wow - just went through the same process without having seen your review. Have an FS85 at home, bought the FSA 90 home and could not get around the inbalance. Swapped for the FSA 135 R and the balance is perfect. I did not know that the motor was in the gear housing - way out of balance. Thank you for the information.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

You’re welcome! Glad I’m not the only one with this opinion.

[@bgib23451]

For the last 18 months I've not let the lawn crew edge or use a weed eater in my back yard. kzbin.infoUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG I didn't like the fact that they just kept cutting the edge of the lawn further and further from the rock lining the flower beds and leaving bare ground. And the grass was trimmed or scalped several feet around trees, etc. It was a constant battle with them so I told them to just mow and no trimming. I have Zoysia grass so it grows pretty slow. Obviously after a while it could use some trimming. I'm in my 80's so I can't do much of it myself.Finally I decided that if I could find a lightweight battery powered trimmer I might be able to do some light trimming. I decided to buy the LST201 20V trimmer. And it works great for my needs. I have back yard with about 150' of flower beds and several trees to be trimmed. I can lightly trim the whole yard with a single charge! The grass I trimmed was only a few inches high but the trimmer was more powerful than I expected.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

I love the 135r! We use three of them!

[@Bladesofgrasslawncare]

Great information, thanks for sharing!

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Thanks for watching! 👍🏻👊🏻💥

[@runningbear1265]

Great video. Nice review! Thanks for doing this with your busy schedule. Keep mowing…..

[@Rottingboards]

Just bought the 135R KMA for home use. Wow, what a great trimmer, blower and edger. Special going on buy one 300 battery get other for free!!

[@rickgrant6191]

Been using both the FSA 90 and FSA 135r and honestly they both serve their purpose. The 90 is great for standard weed/grass, but falls short on thicker brush. This is where the 135 shines. The 135 can also be used with a blade.

[@ecf6760]

I don’t like the weight distribution of the 90r makes long uses straining but overall a good working machine. I still use my husky gasser for the most part though

[@brandonhiggs88]

Just starting out in my local neighborhood (1/4-1/3 acre properties) I purchased a RMA510, FSA90R and BGA200 and two ap300s batteries and a al300 charger. Been going well so far, I have gotten alot of compliments because my units are quieter. Things really echo around town houses.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Nice!

[@brandonhiggs88]

@@douglaslawncare2843 I went with the 90r with the motor in the head for the balance aspect and I'm ford master mechanic and any mechanic will tell you. Less moving parts equals less points of failure. That's why I went 90r as it doesn't have a driveshaft like the 135. Just adds another point of failure and maintenance. I agree change the head on the 90r and add some of stihl Cardon fibre line

[@pbasista]

@@brandonhiggs88 I understand your point about less moving parts. In theory you are right. But the extra moving parts in FSA 135 when compared to one of the smaller battery-powered models are just one shaft and one angle drive. Those parts are also used in most of Stihl's gas powered trimmers. I assume that they are well-engineered because Stihl had plenty of time to iteratively improve them over the years. In my opinion, the risks of these parts breaking down are so low that it does not make practical sense to consider it.

[@imLinAhMa]

How long does one battery last?

[@mf2actual354]

Nice video. Thanks for the upload.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

You’re welcome!

[@user-uj3kw5wt3i]

What do you recommend charger and battery for FSA 135r?

[@jaybrown8709]

Hi. With an inverter will it just charge from the trailer or will it kill my batteries. I have a diesel dual battery in my truck ? I plan on using the quad charger with 2 trimmers running all day on estate homes

[@jaybrown8709]

1 of our crews runs ramp rack. Can these units be exposed to rain? As it would be outside on the trimmer rack when it rains on a property till they get back to the shop

[@johnsheedy5772]

You just made my choice for me thanks

[@douglaslawncare2843]

You’re welcome

[@ParrishHomestead]

Nice, I’ll probably get one soon

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Nice!

[@MatthewBlaine]

Good job guy.

[@reneesenmyr8500]

Could you please tell me where you got the rack for hanging your Stihl machines? They where really nice with that locking mecanism!😃👍🏻

[@rameshpram1444]

Thank you

[@douglaslawncare2843]

You’re welcome!

[@tri-countypropertymanageme8029]

How about the battery life? I have heard mixed reviews. I have small yards. Typically 10-15 min or less trimming on each. Could you do 4-5 yards per battery? And as well, how long on a constant run? Cemetery use?

[@wmluna381]

We have the 135R at the state park I work at so there is a lot of weed whipping to be done. Depending on what the operating speed is, we usually average out at about an hour of use per battery. They have the 4 battery charger pack in the shop. We also have Stihl gas trimmers, but a good amount of people gravitate to the battery-powered one due to the low noise factor. I can actually still listen to podcasts while working. The gas ones are faster though IMO. They are still more of a pain in the a$$ for me in troubleshooting because I got the bare minimum amount of training on all the equipment we have. 🙄 That's so irritating because I like knowing all the details and tips and tricks to do my job properly and EFFICIENTLY. ETA: We usually take an extra battery with us when going out to do a large area like the day use part where we have a beach.

[@johnallison5955]

Do they spin clockwise?

[@34Racingteam]

Could you put a hedge trimmer head on the fsa 90?....if I ever got in a pinch where something(fs90) wasn't working I just switched it to get through the day trimmer head straight shaft edger head and all

[@douglaslawncare2843]

I don’t see why not. I’d contact a Stihl dealer though to get an accurate answer.

[@CuttaSquad]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Thanks!

[@07350zhr]

I didn't take your advice and went with the fsa 90. You're dead on with your info. It is awkward and feels like your tapdancing on the head. I actually bought the commercial edger and I'm absolutely blown away. I'll have to get the commercial weedeater eventually

[@douglaslawncare2843]

I think I’m going to sell my 90r and buy another 135r. Non of my guys will use it.

[@07350zhr]

@@douglaslawncare2843 and without the gaurd I'm not able to get that fresh tip on the string. Instead it's sharp tips if you know what I mean and that's awkward as well. But is better without the gaurd

[@douglaslawncare2843]

I get that. We maintain cemeteries so when trimming headstones no guard is a must!

[@RJ42997]

Thank you for the video! Are you able to send the Amazon link for the steel auto cut so I can put on my FSA 90R?

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Amazon doesn’t have stihl products but this is the exact same thing. amzn.to/3Objq1L

[@RJ42997]

@@douglaslawncare2843 great… Thanks!

[@TREK1305]

My stihl bothering! We bleed orange. New sub here.

[@tonyslawncare]

Wanna see some mowing vlogs !

[@rkgsd]

The Echo 2600 would be their version of the 135 with the Echo 2100 being the less powerful version but still with a rear motor.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

One day I would love to compare the two! I’m so invested in Stihl batteries though it’s almost impossible to switch.

[@sirvozelo1]

Am I can say is that I have the135 in the other version and is grat and powerful.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

👍🏻

[@sirvozelo1]

@@douglaslawncare2843 Sense you are in lawn Care I can tell you something else, besides the trimmer 135 I have the STIHL saws 220C, 161T and MSA300, for small trees and limbs the 161T is a work horse the batteries last quit long and it cuts very well the 220C yes is little bigger but don't feels near professional as the 161T, now the MSA300 yes it feels professional in every way the down side I find for this one is that even the bigger battery the AP500 is still weak for this saw this in a sense that if you go in full power in logs using about 80% of the blade 15 minutes and you are out of battery, not only out of battery but it to got hot and then take about 15 minutes for the charger 500 to cool off the battery so it can start charging. I hope Stihl come up with a battery that we may say it be comparable with this saw the MSA300.

[@jayd3931]

Did you consider the handlebar version of those trimmers at all?

[@douglaslawncare2843]

No. To bulky for what we do

[@-What-are-your-thoughts]

Just sold my 135R. The machine is an absolute beast I was very impressed with the power and battery life. I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a powerful battery option.

[@jmljml5065]

Why did you sell it?

[@-What-are-your-thoughts]

@@jmljml5065 …. It was just a feel thing. I have a 94R and the 135R is slightly longer, not much but enough that I notice and prefer the length and balance and feel of the 94R.

[@jmljml5065]

@@-What-are-your-thoughts The balance of the 94R is definitely superior. The 135R is not balanced at all, especially with a 300S on board. I'll bet Stihl made it a bit longer in an attempt to compensate for the weight at the motor/battery end of the tool. I've begun using mine with a 200 which is a pound lighter. I'm not a pro, and the 200's runtime is plenty for my yards.

[@jeremyladnier687]

What's the battery life of these battery op design?

[@MegaKrazyKen]

@@-What-are-your-thoughts You should try the kma130r with trimmer attachment, I find the balance similar to the 94r. I put the AP300S battery in battery bag and then lightweight daypack for easy on/off.

[@mjancius]

What trimer line do you use? Can you send link?

[@douglaslawncare2843]

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[@flexor212000]

Which is the quietest

[@douglaslawncare2843]

They are the same

[@Scott-vc7ez]

How long does the bigger weedeater last!

[@douglaslawncare2843]

25-45 minutes. All depends on what setting your running it in and what you’re taking it through. Also depends on the battery you’re using. I’d say on weekly lawns we get 40-45 minutes.

[@user-un1tn8ph9s]

The FS 91 r is so much better than any other battery option from stihl. Battery trimmers just don't have the run time or power.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Totally disagree. The fsa 135r is totally superior in every way. All of my guys also agree. Our 91 never gets used. We have three 135s in the trailer now.

[@user-un1tn8ph9s]

I plan on using gas powered equipment for as long as the stupid EPA will let me. Everyone thinks that batteries are the answer to our problems, but they clearly aren't! No brand of battery trimmer can match the runtime or power of gas. I don't care what anybody says gas rules!

[@benjaminperez7328]

@@user-un1tn8ph9s Harummph!

[@PraiseHimForever777]

I just about hit Steel 90% of the staff don’t start well after a few months

[@realmbb]

The Echo dsrm 2600 had more power and so its even lighter

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Really!? I’d love to try it and compare! We currently have three of these units and tons of batteries so it would be extremely hard to switch now!

[@efrenvenegas3346]

Are they any good

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Did you watch the video? 😂

[@efrenvenegas3346]

@@douglaslawncare2843 yes i did i just got done watching you said the 1 fsa 135r i would like to try a battery stihl weedeater

[@imdetto]

first thing my kids would do is hit that switch to unlock it.

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

Hey man, do you have or have you considered the KMA 130R w/line trimmer attachment w/auxiliary battery bag carrier? It seems like the same as the FSA 135R but without the weight in the unit. Just switched all my equipment to electric and anxious to see if it can handle my jobs this 2023 season. Have a good one! -GWR kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXbRhIiDZ9yjfKc

[@douglaslawncare2843]

No, I don’t want any wires attached.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Nice video. Also when doing small properties I’d rather not mess with the belt and just grab the trimmer and go.

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

@@douglaslawncare2843 yeah, putting the harness on is a bit of a pain. I do like how lightweight the equipment is without the battery on board. Overall, really liking the battery equipment. So many benefits. Don’t miss the gas at all. Anyway, have a good season!👍

[@MegaKrazyKen]

@@TheArtisticGardener777 I'm using the same config (ap300s in battery holster to kma130r with trimmer attachment). The belt mounting was a massive pain so I purchased a cheap hydration day pack where I put the battery holster, then it's super simple to throw it over your shoulders and off you go. I wish I had seen this video because just last week I ordered and received an fsa90r, I was hoping to save 4 lbs over the kma130r, however immediately once I picked it up I realized unbelievably nose heavy with motor up front. I returned it unused within 7 days for full refund.

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

@@MegaKrazyKen yeah, I could see a back pack or rucksack being more comfortable and convenient than the Stihl harness belt battery carrier. And, yes, I thought the same thing about the nose end motor configuration trimmers thinking they would be too heavy and bulky at the trimmer head. But the 130r is lightweight and easy to use.👍

[@bht4361]

Would rather have a gas trimmer for 60% less of the cost and will last a lifetime. Batteries will degrade every year you use them.

[@douglaslawncare2843]

Trimmers cost about the same as gas. Batteries are more up front. Ethanol free gas is over $6 a gallon plus you still have to buy your mix. It will even out very soon!

[@bht4361]

@@douglaslawncare2843 Gas in the new 4stroke stihl's is very minimal. A FS 111 RX will run circles around any of the battery trimmers. @ $413.00 msrp its still cheaper then buying 2 batteries a charger and the trimmer. According to Stihl a battery will charge 1500 charge cycles for the most powerful battery they have. For each charge cycle it will last for 20 mins with heavy use. So lets do the math 20 mins * 1500 charge cycles = 30,000 mins. 30,000 mins / 60 = 500 hours per battery. With the math above each charge cost $.40 plus electric cost. With a full tank (24 ounces) of 2stroke gas i can run the 111 rx easily 1.5 hours though heavy weeds and brush. That's roughly 7 hours per gallon. Sooo on electric trimmer $.40 a charge cycle * 3 cycles per hour = $1.20 a hour. $1.20 a hour * 7 hours = $8.40. So even if gas cost $6.00 a gallon your saving $2.40 per gallon of gas vs electric (not adding in charging cost) having a gas trimmer. Hope this helps.

[@michaelmerrifield5914]

@@bht4361 Very good points... but who knows high high gas will go... fuel in Australia is around $2 a liter already... and then there's maintenance costs for gas powered equipment unless you DIY

[@bht4361]

@@michaelmerrifield5914 I can say the same about lithium. We don't know how high prices will go. My opinion this battery thing is a scam

[@michaelmerrifield5914]

I am inclined to agree... I got a bit of the Ego electric a few years back. It was very pricey and definitely lacks real power, and the batteries don't last long at all... 10 mins on full power. That just doesn't cut it. The newer Stihl stuff looks a bit more promising, but it's a long way from being a real contender IMO