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[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

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[@adamslawnandgardencare9403]

I run that Stihl battery cutter as well as the extendable version and the hand cutter. Rate them very highly, great machines the benefits far outweigh any drawbacks.

[@christopherhughes3029]

Hi Rob. I think the way forward will definitely be everything battery. No fumes in the van. No fire risk. Very low noise levels so no sweaty ears in the summer. No blocked carbs with a10 fuel. No oil changes. Lighter machines. Battery tech is getting better all the time. Should be fine for all regular maintenance jobs. Less trips to the petrol station. If I was starting up now I would go all electric and let the customers know that as a marketing point Quieter for them and their neighbors. Good luck. Chris

[@RuffRides]

What electric kit brand/models would you go for? (mower/strimmer/blower combo) For just starting with small to medium jobs for people.

[@christopherhughes3029]

I would start with roybi kit. I know some people would say they are not all that but I have about a dozen of their tools and all good. I have heard that the battery ryobi mower is not very good. Wide range of tools.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Chris.

[@clinthighton5969]

Rob no messing about I’ve had and tried everything!!!! The sthil battery gear is brilliant no doubt about that I’ve been running the Ap gear batteries etc all the tackle it’s the best light fast efficient etc.. but I’ve never sold all my petrol stuff just in case… but I love it. As for mowers I’ve had them all too but etesia is definitely the best mate 😉

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you , appreciate your comment.

[@whatdoyousaymrwilson]

I've got three 18" izys, the main one I use i bought second hand about ten years ago for around £140, its just so good! I'm going to treat it to a full strip down and refurbish, the deck has got a few holes that i can weld up and it will be as good as new again!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Brilliant. Good luck with it.

[@bobbelsekwol]

I was very unsure about electric. Especially as a hedge trimmer. So I bought cheap, and Einhell. That was 3yrs ago and it's still going well for small jobs. I use it at least twice a week and it's ok. No where near as powerful as my other stuff but then I don't need the power all the time. I just wish they'd bring the price down to make it more affordable. Mainly because there is nothing wrong with my petrol stuff. Great the big shiny thing in the sky has come out.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I agree with you. All the best.

[@benhowlett7693]

Love battery stuff! Been using it god knows how many years and they get better and better! Tbf I have loads of batteries and charge them up when im somewhere so I don’t have to do it home and that works out!!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Very wise.

[@JamesGriffiths-k7b]

We have battery strimmer and hedge cutters, all Stihl. Petrol mower and blower though, love our Viking mower and Makita blower. If we hadn't changed to battery for the above mentioned kit I don't think I'd still be working (64 now)

[@mattwhiting2923]

Good video Rob, I been using the Honda Izy, great mower. I also have most of the Stihl AK range, 339 mower, strimmer, blower, hedge cutter and pruner. Brilliant bits of kit, does everything I need to do.

[@roberthay8706]

When i had a grass cutting business i had 99lawns to cut every two weeks always the petrol viking range.part of the sthil group.had 21inch cut and a18cut always self propelled.ten years since i retired battery operated ones were just coming in then and we used too laugh at them.how times have changed.got a couple of battery chainsaws for cutting firewood but for pure power you can't beat a petrol one .

[@betterlawns4u]

Can't believe it! Maxwell venturing in to the dark side! Battery. Wonders will never cease. 😂 Welcome to the future Rob. Mowers... Deffo 18" for most residential work. A nice balance from being to small or to big. You can't go wrong with an Izy either.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Watch this space Gary. 👍🏻

[@jackneish1626]

Had the kma135r for 3 years with 8 batteries used every day no issues yet

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Brilliant

[@samrobinson2072]

Got stihl battery stuff long reach hedge cutter, blower strimmer and mower all great. The mower is great for small gardens or if you have to go up steps

[@samrobinson2072]

Blower sucks the life out of batteries though

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Would two ap 300 batteries last on a days mow blow and go, where you are cleaning up afterwards. Thanks.

[@grahamcolquhoun2295]

Hi Rob, you certainly buy top class equipment, hope you have a very successful year, I just love this time of the year, Happy Days.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Me and you both, all the very best.

[@dans2492]

Bin waiting for one of your vids for ages. Glad your back in action

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Appreciated

[@iancadwallender9779]

Hi Rob Ive been using that exact longreach trimmer for over 2 years now,with no issue.Used commercially

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@adamstockton67]

Great review and info. Thanks Rob.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks Adam. All the best.

[@kylestansfield2642]

For job we do, you would need a battery pack otherwise you may end up with a stop of to charge. Battery go's in a moment if your going through thick stuff an making it really work. Great vids one gardener to another

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing your experience. All the best.

[@shaw9673]

i ve had the EGO battery gear and love it and half the cost the stihl battery stuff and a think good starter into the battery range

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I heard bad things about ego

[@shaw9673]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices I heard very mixed but had the demo stuff for a month before. So took the chance and don’t regret it works mega and makes like so much easier

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for that .

[@tiffpickford9722]

Hi Rob I have the battery combi unit with two AP300 batteries and a fast charger.I must admit it is heavier than the petrol combi units which I would say have way more power. I believe the ap200 are much lighter for hedge cutting. I have a stihl battery mower which I really like and the batteries last a long time. It’s very light and I love the collection box, not that I do a lot of mowing. The jury is stihl 😂 out with battery equipment I would say.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for that. Appreciated.

[@justincambridge3006]

I use the Echo battery equipment and love it. I think Echo kit is higly underrated 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for that. It doesn’t get good feedback from other you tubers.

[@justincambridge3006]

I wasn't sure about it at first, but a friend I have in America convinced me to try. The other nice thing I have a Echo dealership 10 minutes from home 👍

[@LeonThornton-mc5no]

Rob with battery tools? Couldn’t miss this one 😂

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you 🙏

[@IanHowes-ks8bm]

Hi Robb I’ve been using the HLA 86 for over a year now, and absolutely love it. I will definitely be upgrading to battery, as and when petrol tools need replacing

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Great to hear! I just wish they were a little less expensive.

[@waynehodge7063]

As you know and I have said many times in my comments , We run the HLA 66 with originaly the ap100 battery and its done tons of work all we have done is added the foot attachment and the sweeper to the kit , its been bullet proof,yet to try it with the bigger 300s and 500s battery, problem with battery stuff is you need to keep them charged ,I have had a lesure battery and thing that cuts in to stop the van battery running down plus the inverter ,not cheap though but its worth it to not have the smell of petrol in the van anymore . Always wanted a little honda izzy though as I know many people who rave about them,maybe have to pick one up as a back up

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@waynehodge7063]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices I do have one question though, I changed the blade on my stihl mower the other day and only noticed today when I went to sharpen it that the blade is sharpened from under the blade and is a convex rather than ontop like all my other blades that are concave ,Is your stihl balde like that.

[@hillbillyjohn230]

Great little mowers the izy cheers Rob 👍

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I agree, thanks for watching.

[@waynehammerton5698]

Good to see you Rob

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Wayne. Hope you’re enjoying the sunshine 🌞

[@waynehammerton5698]

Every bit of it Rob you take good care of yourselves won't you buddy

[@ParkersGardens]

We've used the battery gear for 4 years now and love it. Having said that, I wouldn't rush out to replace all your petrol gear if it's still working. We use the dedicated tools rather than the combi and use them with AP200 batteries. Much lighter that way. All the best

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for sharing your experience. All the best.

[@jeremyminns5627]

sweet little break down of kit to drag around.appy dayz.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

You got that right!

[@GrowTropicalMK]

Quality informative video !

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Glad you think so!

[@finleysmith8070]

I love my hrg466 such an excellent mower. Recently invested into a HRX476 with the hydrostatic drive and after purchasing ended up selling my HRD536 as it was quicker to use the smaller mower with a faster drive than a bigger mower with slower drive. Never not used a non honda mower.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Great to hear!

[@cartherapy718]

I’ve got the 135 and it’s brilliant. Nice and easy to use and as you say it’s much quieter!! Strimmer eats batteries but hedge cutter and pole saw are no problem.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good to know! Thank you.

[@robpgardens7592]

Wouldn't be without my battery kit. Its had hard use for a year and hasn't missed a beat. The electric combi, hedge cutter, blower and chainsaw. Yes it has it's limitation but I'm well within them for gardening and they're vastly better than any domestic machines my clients have used. I find 2 slow chargers for the workshop, and one fast one for if I ever need to charge when I'm out works well. Ap200 batteries are lighter for the hedge trimmer and 2 last all day. I can start hedges early and not annoy the whole neighbourhood and they're just nicer to use and be around.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Very wise Rob. Thank you .

[@willowwoodknives]

Been using a KMA135r for a couple of years now ,I use it with a couple of the AP200 batteries and the fast charger as its a bit lighter with the AP200 batteries for hedge cutting and its been great, works well with the chainsaw attachment and strimmer (doesn't last very long with strimmer on full speed but low speed is normally enough for most things) haven't used the petrol Kombi engine since I got the KMA. (Just got a RMA 448TC mower cheap to give the battery mowers a try and that's a great bit of kit as well.) If you have access to power and a fast charger at customers properties the battery gear is fine if you don't you might need a few more batteries to last all day. Cheers Jason

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Jason.

[@Pricey1209]

Always good to see you buddy. I’m a fan of Izzy’s great bits of kit

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Me too. Thanks. 🙏

[@Pricey1209]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices question for you. Post leaving the armed forces, have you found it tough to adapt to civi life? I’m still serving now and going through a world of emotional stress trying to figure out what’s next after 20 years. I’ve always done gardening on the side and some years good, so not so work depending. I’ve also qualified as a garden designer whilst still servicing, as able to during my free time.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Yes , it took me a long time to find my feet and settle down. It’s not an easy transition. I wish you well.👍🏻

[@johncolquhoun6416]

I've got that stihl hedge trimmer and the batteries last for ages. 2 batteries will last a day easy of just hedges.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Sounds good.

[@benjaminworth7069]

Another great video mate! I’ve got some commercial Husqvarna battery gear & Have an ego mower for those small/awkward gardens. Can’t fault any of the kit but I like to have a mix of battery & petrol!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Sounds great!

[@MarksGrassCuttingServices]

Thank you Rob. Think I may get a Honda as I definetly need a spare mower. Thank you for tge video Thanks Rob Mark

[@Ppp-kk6hw]

Honda izy is spot on

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers Mark. All the best.

[@davegill7614]

Nice edging there Royal 😊

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks 😁

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

Been telling everyone that the Husqvarna 525BX is the best handheld blower on the market for years! First thing on the van every day. In the autumn, it get joined with it's much bigger brother, the Husqvarna 580BTS!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I agree.☝️

[@Njon129]

Just got a 525bx blower and it is a great machine once it warms up….light and powerful .Under £300 Great price at radmore and tucker much cheaper than anywhere else

[@mikeroutledge6929]

Toying with getting a battery long reach myself, mainly due to knackered elbows

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good luck

[@Andrew-ds9ms]

I run the Km135R with two AP300s and two AP200, have the 500 charger, it is fast so no need for the 4 station one, you only need to charge one at a time, the 200 battery is worth getting as it is lighter, you can charge up a battery at a customer if they allow whilst you do a job 👍

[@Andrew-ds9ms]

I have virtually all battery gear with petroleum back up off everything, only non battery gear is blowers, handheld and backpack as run time is crap on battery

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Andrew. I am looking at the 135 battery strimmer. Will 4 ap 200 batteries last a day. Of mow blow and go.

[@Andrew-ds9ms]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices I get an hour solid out of AP300s, and around 45 mins out of AP200, if you had 4 batteries 8 would say no problem, they charge in no time at all

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

good set up & tidy work rob . still petrol for me .the only battery machine i have is the ha 56 (just to try it ) its ok but not powerful enough.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Cheers Geordie. All the best to you.

[@martin_the_grasshopper1991]

Hi Rob, love the battery gear, all mine run on the AP batteries, the KMA 135 R I use as a strimmer, blower & with the rotary cutter attachments, it flies through batteries as a strimmer and blower so you'd need 300s as a minimum but ideally a 500s, it's heavier than you think too, I'm not sure I'd like it as a hedge cutter, I have dedicated Stihl battery hedgecutters, for that, the hsa86 hand held, and both the hla66 and 86 long reach, they will run almost all day on a battery , the hand held is better balanced with a AP200 battery tho but the hedgecutters are so much nicer to use than the petrol, no 1 for the lack of noise and fumes, especially with the hand held, and no2 the weight, that been said I still have petrol ones in the fleet for the rough and very thick stuff, but the battery does probably 90% of everything I do.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@LewisgardenservicesLtd]

Try the 66, may give you the power over the 56 without the weight of the 135, won't fit combi attachments to it obviously but keep those for the petrol power unit

[@LewisgardenservicesLtd]

@@mattreed8024 interesting I've used a customers 56 and definitely didn't cut as well but maybe it was down to the different rate or maybe just wasn't sharp. Either way they're much nicer to use when trimming than any petrol kit I've ever owned 👍 petrol then for the big stuff

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks Nathan.

[@AndyJ5431]

I appreciate there are advantages with having battery operated tools, and I wish I had them ten years ago when I had a couple of school contracts, but at my time in life I’m going to stick with my petrol fuelled machines.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Sounds like a plan. All the best.

[@andrewjames6699]

Thanks Rob. Your advice is always well balanced. It’s good to see reviews on different equipment. Keep up the good work in the North East. 🐑🐏👍

[@RuffRides]

Sounds a lot of money's worth for someone starting out....is there a video on minimum/starting kit? Ta

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I have one , check it out.

[@byron9029]

What's years was you in the corps Rob. Loving the channel

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

DM me.

[@aaronclyne6972]

Hi Rob, habe you used the stihl 100hedge trimmer? Considering getring one as i have the long handled petrol trimmer looking to get a short one thinking electric for noise, great video appreciate the information

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks Aron.

[@nigelpeterson-white30]

Hi Rob hope youre enjoying the good weather. I may invest in a HRX537HY this year as a good alternative to my Stihl 650v. Is your honda still running ok? Does it have a bit more power than the stihl for long grass. Not had a hydrostatic drive mower before so wasnt sure how they compare to belt drive ones. Keep up the good work. Nige

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

My hrx is brilliant. My favourite mower. All the best.

[@villa_fan8882]

Hello Rob (or anyone else that can help) what do you look for when buying a mower that is good for cutting long wet lawns? I am aware you don’t want a mower with a roller for stripes as that will flatten the grass down. Is it best to get a mower that is specifically for long wet grass or is there a mower that is for commercial use but is great for long wet grass? Fingers crossed someone can give me advice!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Watch this space.

[@boskey10]

What you need is a older Honda HR214 or HR215. These are the Rolls-Royce for mowers, the cutt quailty and bagging is the best. The aluminum deck is shaped in a unique way. You will need to empty the bag frequently because of so much grass and the moisture. The best parts it's self propelled has a blade clutch and a drive shaft that turns the transmission(no belts).

[@Ppp-kk6hw]

Not sure on the battery stuff yet 🤔 what do u put on the lawn afterwards to make it lush .big up from Scotland brother.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I use a liquid nitrogen lawn feed.

[@conradsmith7752]

Hi, just subscribed and watching your vids. I just want to ask if the Green Solutions 18-9-9 is pet safe

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Not sure read the label. I am wary saying something is pet safe. Sorry I can’t help .

[@conradsmith7752]

@@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices no worries. I didn't want to pay out over £60 without checking first. I couldn't see anything on your website so will try ringing them up

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good luck 🤞

[@timrutland9711]

if you go for stihl battery make sure you have a ton of batterys you will need more than 4

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you , good to know.

[@JamesGriffiths-k7b]

I've had 2 x AP300 batteries for 4 years, both still fine, charge up in less than 30 minutes.

[@IvorRumblynass]

hello Rob, What fuel do you use in the Honda Izy? I am having real hassle with my Izy....conks out, won't start. Thanks Ivor.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

E5 the expensive unleaded. Has less water than e10. Burns at a lower temperature. Good luck.🤞

[@matt244]

The battery gear is way better imo, obviously not as powerful but way easier to operate

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you Matt. 👍🏻

[@mcpheesgardeningservices]

II see someone is seeing the light , at last 😂 In australia the majority of contractors are using battery commercial brands like Husqvanna, green works ego all of which are commercial and oerform as good as petrol . My two cents worth Stihl dont make the grade compared to the others , my opinion only for whats its worth. Nice review hope you get your camera sorted!

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Fingers crossed. 🤞 all the best Geoff.

[@PGSL-r5n]

I brought a kress mower this week. Great mower but the battery isn't that great. Must save approx £200 for another one

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Good luck with it.

[@Nickpaintbrush]

Do you think you could ever go all battery tools then Rob?

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

I don’t think so. The mowers are not there yet.

[@treecutter1806]

The good battery gear is not light im afraid 135 stihl is so much heavier than the km94

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Is it really. I thought they were the same weight. All the best.

[@andrewbinns295]

Stihl 135 kombi units are a lot heavier than your 94 kombi

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for sharing that.

[@paulwilk69]

I wont be converting to battery , many reasons one being the cost of utillies will no doubt increase once everyone is converted to battery .

[@NJGreenlandscaping]

Good to see you was worried what happened to you wicked video n j Green landscape

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks Paul, appreciate your comment.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thanks for that, had issues with my camera and iPad. All the best.

[@thesmithsfamily1901]

Neither will I…….

[@JohnSheerin-v2b]

Good to see you back Rob. Thanks buddy

[@rickywatkins5588]

Lampost on the front lawn 🤦🏼

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

😂

[@andrewthomas2406]

I wouldnt have battery tools if my life depended on it,just like a vehicle the way to power things is with a engine.

[@maxwellsgrasscuttingservices]

Thank you for sharing

[@yorkshiresnumero2gardener244]

The push Honda IZY s were brilliant - but then they went cheap crap. Put a poorer quality engine on. They put plastic bushes on the wheels instead of bearings. Absolute piles of sh!t. So unless they have reverted to original quality avoid push IZY.