Weed Eaters Battle: How ECHO and Husqvarna String Trimmers Perform

Hey everyone, this is Second Mile Landscaping and Lawn Care out of Nashville, Tennessee, coming at you with another quick video—kind of a compare-and-review. You guys know I love Husqvarna, and I've been very blessed to be part of the ECHO Means Business group, partnering with ECHO USA. I’m super excited to try out the brand new ECHO SRM-2620. This is a high-end commercial weed eater that’s very comparable to the Husqvarna I’ve been running for years, so I’m really interested to see how it holds up.

Right off the bat, my Husqvarna looks a little smaller in comparison. I do like the build quality of the ECHO. It has a nice, sturdy loop handle that feels really solid. There are a few things I’m not quite sure about yet—I literally just got it and haven’t tried it out. For example, I don’t normally run speed feed heads, so we’ll have to see how those work out. But I’ve been using Husqvarna for over 10 years, so I’m excited to try something new.

In terms of overall build quality, the ECHO seems a little more heavy-duty, but both are comparable in engine size, power, and everyday use. The Husqvarna I'm using is about six months old, so it’s still relatively new. I just don’t wash them often—real-world use, right? I’ll be doing a little trimming with both and giving you my honest feedback. I’ll let you make your own call.

We’re out here on a property in North Nashville with about 10 days’ worth of growth, so it should give us a fair comparison. First thing I noticed with the ECHO: it's very well-balanced. The motor feels a bit heavier, but that’s probably because I’m so used to the Husqvarna. I did take the guard off for this video to match how I normally run my Husqvarna.

One thing to note—on the ECHO, the stop switch is manual. The Husqvarnas (and even the Stihls) have an automatic shut-off when you let go of the trigger. Just something to keep in mind. Also, make sure the switch is turned on when starting.

This is the first time starting it up. Primed, choked—half choke—[starts engine]. Pretty nice so far. Pretty quiet. I like it. Let’s get started.

First impressions: very, very good weed eater. ECHO, awesome job with this one—it knocked this out extremely fast. I really like the feel. It doesn’t feel heavy, even on hills, and is very comfortable to use. The only way to give a full review, though, is to compare it with the Husqvarna on the same slope. Let’s do that now.

This Husqvarna is my everyday trimmer—my go-to. I’ll start trimming this hill, then we’ll finish with the mower. One of my favorite things about this model is the easy recoil and startup. Another feature I like is the pivoting handle. It’s anti-vibration, which makes it less fatiguing on your hands, especially if you’re trimming a lot. I do wear gloves when trimming heavily, but this feature really helps for everyday use.

Now, back to the ECHO. The plastic on the ECHO’s handle feels solid, but when I go back to the Husqvarna, its handle feels a bit cheaper in comparison—just being honest. One of the big things I like about the Husqvarna is the spark plug protector. It keeps your arm or elbow from hitting anything while trimming. That’s a feature I really appreciate.

I’m also a big fan of the T35 Mustang head on the Husqvarna. Sorry about the noise, by the way—we’re out here working in real time. My favorite trimmer line is the Husqvarna Titanium Force T95. Great string. The ECHO came loaded with Black Diamond line, which I have mixed feelings about. It’s not bad, but not my favorite either.

Let’s go ahead and trim with the Husqvarna so you can see how quick and smooth it runs.

As you can see, I really like the Husqvarna. I’m super comfortable with it. I can even trim with one hand sometimes. It’s extremely lightweight—just under 10 pounds. That makes it easy to pick up and flip for edging. Speaking of which, let’s try edging with both trimmers to compare.

First up, the Husqvarna. Edging with it is second nature for me—muscle memory. It's easy to flip and maneuver. When you set it down, the Husqvarna has a metal skid plate, which is great for durability on concrete or rough surfaces. That’s one of my favorite features—it's very well built. Compared to the ECHO, the Husqvarna feels a little more solid, even though I’ve had zero issues with either.

Now let’s grab the ECHO and do some edging on the other side to see how it compares.

First time edging with the ECHO 2620—and I’m extremely impressed. It performed really well. I could flip and edge comfortably. It didn’t strain my arm or shoulder. Not sure how it weighs compared to the Husqvarna, but it feels manageable—even with a full tank and a slightly bulkier motor.

One thing I did notice is the plastic skid plate on the bottom. That’s something that could potentially break over time. However, it looks like it’s bolted on, so it should be replaceable if needed.

All in all, I’m very impressed with this weed eater so far. I think time will be the real test—how it holds up with daily use, in ditches, on thick properties, and through heavy brush.

If you don’t already, I highly recommend following the ECHO Means Business group. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks from other awesome folks in the UAG crew. There are a ton of great resources available when you sign up.

Thanks for watching, and stay tuned!