Tool Review: Husqvarna VS. Badger String Trimmers

[@tome5706]

That quick load head is a game changer. I put one on my stihl a few years ago. So easy to restring. I use a blade with chainsaw teeth for heavy stuff. It'll cut through a 2" sapling like butter.

[@shawndubay4050]

I run professionally. I have had a 128ld years ago. Ran good when I first got it. As time went on had carburetor issues and wound up giving it away. The Husqvarna 525L is a professional grade and awesome trimmer. Though that badger seems pretty good too. And that is coming from a Stihl and Husqvarna professional series guy.

[@richardcrim3831]

With roughly 50 accounts, four seasons in my current and only gas trimmer in my business is a poulan pro PR28sd. I primarily use electric trimmers however, I've been looking to replace my Poulan and have it as a backup. I like gas for the extra power and the multi attachment use. I went Poulan pro because it's a quality Husqvarna made unit just rebranded yet, it's not stuck to just their own attachments it can accept attachments from all sorts of brands Like Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Ryobi, Hart, Black Max and even badger. For a while I was thinking about getting a Husqvarna because it's the most similar trimmer to my Poulan pro on the market. With the extra replacement parts, great warranty and the cheaper price I've been considering the badger multi attachment, so I appreciate you making this video to help me and others out.

[@AlleyPicked]

Good luck - Thanks for your comments.

[@rudya.hernandez7238]

Should do a "One Year Later," review. Thanks for this one.

[@matthewheaton5091]

I'd be interested in this as well.

[@alexandrocubero7274]

Thanks for all the inf ,now i am ready for my new triimer

[@n0vty873]

Cant get repair parts

[@MarkMcCluney]

Instead of strimming the Great Outdoors mate, why didn't you come to my back garden? Oh well, next time, eh? I really like that speed loader on the Badger! I'll definitely try to get an update for my Ryobi. I imagine the Husqvarna will last a lot longer and take a lot more abuse but for the average home gardener who might use it for a Spring or Autumnal tidy up the Badger looks perfectly serviceable. Cheers Tom, that was interesting.

[@AlleyPicked]

Road trip to Ireland! That sounds fantastic!

[@conner5611]

I tore apart a badger to see how well they are made here are my findings 1. The badger has a solid drive shaft instead of a flex cable like the husky 2. The clutch has a metal casing and ball bearing vs plastic on the husqvarna 3. The piston has two piston rings (more durable) while the husqvarna has one 4. The carb is fully adjustable 5. Parts are Readily Available on the badger website Now for the bad things i found 1. The fuel cap loves to leak iv been through 4 then finally modded it to not leak 2. The fuel lines fall apart after one season 3. This unit gets VERY hot and Apparently thats normal according to badger 4. The carb needed several adjustments after break in 5. Only badger attachments fit correctly i tried serveral other brands they were ether to loose or didnt fit 6. The unit is very heavy compared to other trimmers in its class.

[@AlleyPicked]

Very good info! Thanks for posting that. It can help others. I appreciate the extra effort you did to compare the 2.

[@conner5611]

@@AlleyPicked not a problem glad to help overall the badger is a good trimmer! all brands have there own issues non are perfect.

[@RoadTrippingFrank]

i just got one and love it, but cant figure out how to install the blade.... cant you do a short video of how to install it.

[@mattwickert736]

The Husqvarna looked like you were holding the throttle when starting. It could have changed, but mine specifically stated NOT to hold the throttle to start it. That could have contributed to the starting issues. Mine idled a bit smoother than yours seemed to, so I wonder if the carb doesn't need a slight adjustment to get it in tune. The Badger is likely a clone of the Tu26/TL26 machines. I had a similar one, but I found that it vibrated a bit more harshly at full power than the Husqvarna did. not so much the engine, but you could feel it in your hands and on the handle. Did you notice anything similar on yours?

[@AlleyPicked]

Thanks for your feedback. I didn't notice more vibration but then this was my first use of both machines.

[@michaelmarchione3408]

That was an interesting comparison. I think I would go with the Badger. But, I have a 40 Volt Worx trimmer that I really like. It also does edging. I can charge the batteries in the fall and they stay charged until spring. I have a number of their products. They have Power Share batteries. They all perform well. Every time I bought one of their products I buy with the charger and batteries. I never have to wait for a charge. I can weed wack with just 4 batteries and there is a lot of cutting here! Do a comparison of gas vs battery sometime. Pros and cons. That would be interesting too Tom. Any two products would do. Enjoyed as always! Take care!

[@AlleyPicked]

I also have a Stihl battery string trimmer. It's good for smaller jobs. Thanks Mike.

[@phollow174]

Thanks guy, i just bought the wild badger set on amazon yesterday it came with a edger, hedger, weed eater head, and bush blade for 229.99 :) I hope it lasts the season LOL

[@AlleyPicked]

I have been hearing some unfavorable things about Husqvarna lately. I sold my Husqvarna and kept the Badger.

[@kathey1981]

Thank you so much for your informative video. I know Husqvarna is a wonderful company bud. I really don't have them right now. The past 4 years I have used a 20 volt battery Black& Decker. I think it is and it was a trimmer/ edger. I absolutely loved it but I think I finally killed it.

[@jimrush-t7t]

get rid of the 4 blade and use a regular 40 tooth saw blade..... 1 & 1/2 limbs should be no problem but you have to bump the limb pretty hard... Thanks for the review. Helped me save a c-note.

[@seabrook1976]

Just bought this 4 in 1 Badger. So far so good, but durability and longevity are always a concern with battery operated machines.

[@Markpianist1]

Where is the spark plug located? my badger is brand new just delivered and won't start.first start ran for a whole second. Now not at all. I'm am thinking it is the spark plug.

[@AlleyPicked]

spark plug under the cap. I show it in the video around the 4 minute mark. did you add oil to the gas?

[@bobbystewart2605]

I’m not gonna lie, the badger is pretty impressive, wonder how long it’ll last tho

[@peachsncream5808]

The badger has a nice throaty barking sound exhaust , sounds like my old shindawa tx260 .

[@pierremorris5337]

Ok..NOW FIND PARTS...good luck with that.

[@cecilccrider]

We bought one and the shaft broke the first time we used it! Do not buy the Badger!