WATCH THIS before you buy your next Strimmer - Stihl Strimmer & Brushcutter review

We walk through the Stihl Strimmer and Brush cutter range from domestic home use right through to professional grade. Watch to find out which will be the best fit for your needs!
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[@qx4n9e1xp]

Thanks for the video. I almost bought a fs38 (cheaper version of fs40) but I learned that it's not very good for tall people. Probably would have hated having to bend over to trim. I'm going for the straight shaft ones now.

[@tritonpressurewashing]

I would like the presentation of 55R 😏

[@tweakerkid]

I have the 411, it's a wonderful beast

[@gailjohnson6670]

Does it have the quick easy feed head ?

[@tweakerkid]

@@gailjohnson6670 I chose the metal blade version, so not sure

[@gailjohnson6670]

@@tweakerkid Thank you for your reply.

[@Elfin4]

I have just bought a Stihl FSA60 R and the automatic line feed is simply not as described, the line keeps breaking and snapping off inside the hub. so you constantly have to unscrew and re-feed and load the line back onto it. I just don't understand how a company can describe a product as having an automatic line feed when it clearly doesn't work. Waiting for feedback from Stihl and any advice.

[@nicoflooow6098]

Maybe the line is to old or to thin for the Material you are mowing

[@Elfin4]

@@nicoflooow6098 Dont think so. I have just purchased some Stihl Pro line 2.4mm which should be more than capable of edging flawns even adjacent stone pavers. It just keeps snapping inside teh line head so you can't feed anymore and need to completely strip the head to feed the line again.

[@Guddurelu]

I have fr 3001,getting problem with that Overheating,sudden stop,n vibration

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

hmmm- iId say contact Stihl directly with this one- they are often pretty good for sorting these things out 👍

[@wickedpure3]

Which is the best for commercial use? Most easy, best power ?

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

We're torn between the FS131 and FS240 depending on whether you are interested in using this for lawns and gardens or roadside/ very heavy duty use. Hope this helps!

[@gailjohnson6670]

Does the FS 94 have a quick easy feed trimmer head?

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

Hi there- this one doesn't, it has the older style wind round strimmer head. Hope this helps!

[@gailjohnson6670]

@@johnmillergardenmachinery Thank you.

[@jefffaust89]

They come stock with the autocut 25-2 head. But, I’m sure at purchase u can switch it out with the autocut 26-2 which is a quick wind head. This is STIHLs design and their version of a quick load. I hear some care for it some don’t. A lot of people both homeowner and landscaper like the speedfeed. Two main issues with them. One most of the time when mounting them on your gearbox u need to use the black spacer to make a tight connection. I don’t care for that gap in between the head my personal preference. Secondly they are not built that tough and hear about landscapers going through 2-4 bump caps a season. I don’t like that. I just have always stuck with the autocut 25-2 stock head. I’m just as fast at reloading that head as a speedfeed. They are not hard to load they hold about 20- 24 ft of line depending on if it’s .080 .095 or .105 line. They are strong heads and I only need to replace the pump spool usually only once a season. Depending on how hard you use the trimmer or should I say how hard u are pumping it on grass and hard ground. I find to if u stick with buying the Stihl brand replacement spool either prewound or empty. U save a bit if there empty. They seem to last longer than aftermarket brand like stens. Plus they are not made 100% to speck. Just ask the dealer what head u prefer to have with that unit. I’m sure they would either include it for free or even swap out and change the actual unit head for u to what u want.

[@adrianareidjack3313]

Is the fs461 stihl a light weight trimmer

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

The FS461 in the clearing saw range and is really heavy (!) - if you want light weight look at the FS94 C-E

[@SergioFelisbertoLivele]

Boa noite preciso very uma máquina dessa de preferençia Sthil 561,,,

[@chloekaye426]

RGA140 review please

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

Definitely worth contacting Stihl if there are any issues- they are normally pretty good at sorting things out 👍

[@TheGreatGearReview]

Looking at the fs56c-e any comments?

[@gyulaiarpad]

I recommend,very good.

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

good domestic brushcutter - if it's for home use this is a good choice

[@farhansallehuddin8450]

Why most of western bush cutter design is different from those in south east asia, where they use bush cutter back pack style

[@pixelgun6596]

Well because here in Germany we call them ,, Motorsense,, and it’s basically the same way you would hold a ,, Sense,,

[@steverandle4177]

damn bro! did you strim your face or something?

[@jasoncrook2519]

What is with the music . I wanted to watch this but ditched it after the third music bit

[@jinglesbluecat]

Me too - what a stupid idea to add a blast of pointless music

[@paulinemercer538]

My god that’s some plaster mate

[@jenkscx3766]

Probs has a face tattoo😂

[@davt8615]

94 is a good machine so is the 70c. The FS40/50 are useless if your any bigger than a hobbit

[@ef3371]

Poor presentation. Mentions each product once and so you have to rewind to see which one he is talking about.

[@roadrunner694]

Needs to be plain American English to understand better, and the annoying noise is unnecessary.

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

thanks for the feedback- you will find in newer videos we no longer use music if this helps. Also noted re the model details - do have a look in the descriptions for full model details but will look at how we can integrate this in to the video also when doing a machine round up.

[@chrisstokley7687]

1st 1 ..light weak.. does great on trim small yard/ slowly: ideal for woman/very short guy/kid... 56r- #2 -its great for homeowner/ some bladeing.. i owned 3x these.. 4 yr each.. about 300 skill saw blades per and 2x spring shafts per.. 2 carbs,,, poof.. beasty for price! #3 and on down line= most will say is over priced and HEAVY! you do pro small 20 yrs a week... 15 min per yard.. is ok... 1 hr is like worked out gym 2 days and want too quit!!! 15 min per yard and other stuff/ breaks between is fine! 4 strokes - really heavy.. oil in them! 91r was smallest and most popular...set speed button is must! without set button- they VERY touchy trigger and goes idle to full and no grey area.. idle to wide open .. really good for tree cutting! or like edging deep! not so good for grass trim/ close to vinal sideing.. no no no.. sr94,111,131.. you better be 6feet 250 lbs real man ! heavy ! forget it! expensive! can buy dolly pardon excessories cheeper than them !

[@wxyzxdll]

Stupid musical inserts ruin it. Did not watch.

[@johnmillergardenmachinery]

try the newer videos- we no longer use music 👍