Great video Ki! Fair points. Love these simple videos.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike, thanks for watching mate.

Just got mine husqvarna 520ie3 after watching your video..

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Stoked you picked one up mate. What do you think of it so far?

Thanks! Nice reviews on both machines. I went with the 520iHE3. Checked out both in the shop and could not resist the Husqvarna.... And...I got the tip protector for free😉

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Good choice!

Good video mate, I first started using this battery stuff at my time with the environment agency in the uk. having left there now to return to my own gardening business. I’m just about to upgrade most of my gear to the husky battery stuff. I think it’s the way forward especially with the rising cost of fuel not to mention the benefits for the environment. Only thing is the cost of battery’s but I suppose it is all relative with technology at the moment.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, great choice mate. Yeah upfront cost is a consideration for sure but it doesn’t take long to reap the benefits of the battery gear. Especially if you can charge them via solar as well and look after the batteries. Cheers

Excellent intro to these 2 top brand machines. Wonder when Echo will bring a rival machine out? In UK they just have a multi-tool 56v battery system on the market.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Steve, really appreciate it.

😀 I think we both know which machine I prefer 😉 But great detailed video there chap 👍

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Both great tools that are extremely versatile. Wouldn’t want to be without either 🤙🏻

We use the Husqvarna trimmers. Happy with them so far.

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Good choice!

I use HLA 85 and HSA 94T great products but one 94T burnt on me.. smoke and sparks.. motor dead. Not tried Husky but already invested into Stihl batteries and have a bit of their gear + 20 year old HRU 196 mower (without blade and engine brake :) so happy.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting mate.

Great vid mate

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 👍🏻

I run the husky 520 he3, Stihl hsa94t and hla 85 and I agree the 4000 cuts is great on the husky. But on the extended pole pruner I like the 3000 cuts of the Stihl as it’s torquey and great for thicker branches up high. Can’t believe the husky doesn’t come with a tip protector and it has that cheap nasty blade cover. But it’s a lovely machine although my favourite is my 94t. Nice video, thanks for sharing your thoughts.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Wade, thanks for watching mate. The Stihl does have a torque motor, I have noticed that too. I mentioned that in my full review of the HLA66, it seems to just keep on going even when it gets a bit too think really. Although I still prefer the faster blade speed of the Husky. I too love the HSA94T, probably the best handheld hedger on the market, battery or petrol, if not very close to the Pellenc Helion 2 I just really don't enjoy the cable being attached to me. Cheers.

@wadebeaumont7570

2 жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns I get what you are saying re the cord. I run the battery bga200 Stihl blower with the cord as well and what I do is put the battery in a nap sack on my back which is cool and light. I like the lighter weight of the machine. I enjoy your reviews, I’m thinking about the Pellenc mower after watching your video. Cheers

@audi5inline

2 жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns there will be a new hedge trimmer available soon from stihl, the HSA100 with rotating handle and battery slot. i think they will rebadge the HSA94 to HSA130

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

I look forward to trying them out when they are released 👍🏻

@chip7646

Жыл бұрын

I'm trying to get the husky 520iht4. Cannot get one in Canada. Been trying for a year now. Do you the hla 86 is just as good? You said the Stihl has good tourque to cut through thick branches. Do you find it cuts great and smooth. I have the 520ihd60 hand held trimmer and find it cuts largers stems nicely. Just wondering if I should get the hla 86. Would be nice to have a long reach battery trimmer

Hi mate I have both, both are great but feel the gear box housing is stronger built on the Stihl as I have replaced two bottom plates on the Husqvarna due to hitting fence wire or hidden nails the housing breaks and cost £55 each time. Hope your well and busy 👍

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

That's interesting being as the Stihl one is plastic and the Husqy is metal. I haven't broken either yet but would have assumed the metal one would be stronger 🤔 Will see how we go. Cheers mate, I'm good. Hope you are too, summer on its way for you guys 👍🏻

@russelldownesdownes5618

2 жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns Ho yes summer on it’s way picking up now just seem to be paying out at the moment on my van and car 😢

@barticasun

2 жыл бұрын

I was dubious initially about the plastic gearbox housing on the Stihl but it feels pretty solid. Magnesium as used in HLA 135 would be nice but on the flip side probably cheaper to replace plastic.

Is there any reasoning about choosing the standalone versions instead of the combi units other than just having dedicated units? Or is there an actual performance difference?

@matthall9099

2 жыл бұрын

Husky doesn’t offer the pole saw or hedge clippers for the electric Combi sets. Stihls Kombi attachments can be used on both the gas and electric power heads. So for husky you have to have a stand alone unit.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthall9099 Hey Matt, Husky do offer both the Pole Saw and Hedger attachments for the battery combo, they have a few different lengths and sizes actually that also work in the petrol combi, same as Stihl.. Cheers

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

I prefer the standalone versions as we use them so much. For occasional use the combi is great but I like have dedicated tools for each job when in a commercial environment. Cheers

what is the max vertical length of each with the trimmer head turned 90 degrees. From your video it appears these two products do not have the reach of their competitors and that is the whole reason you buy a trimmer on a pole.

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

They are both pretty much the same. If you want more reach buy the telescopic pole hedgers. These are great for the intended purpose. I wouldn't want to use the telescopic pole hedgers all the time as they are too heavy but these are super versatile.

HI, do you know whether the BLi10 and BLi20 and 30 fit into the same pole trimmer units?

@lovelawns

10 ай бұрын

Hi, I think they do but 100% sure in that one. Best to call you local dealer. Cheers.

Not really a deal-breaker but one thing I've never really liked about Stihl is the white and orange... The white looks tatty really quickly. I'm currently deep into the Ego stuff but the husqvarna stuff looks pretty good.

@gregoryrandall4819

2 жыл бұрын

LOL

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Can’t say I’ve ever noticed that but yeah the Husqvarna gear is good. 👍🏻

@joshuabush2569

2 жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns yeah it's not really a big deal but when I had my old Stihl petrol for equipment it would notice it. I think these battery tools are really going to come into their own especially with the crazy price of fuel here in the UK!

I’ve recently bought the Stihl HLA86 and I agree that the system to turn it on can be a pain. I like the look of that Husqvarna, the handle at the back looks like it would be really handy.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely a handy handle lol. Thanks mate 👍🏻

@jimhud134

2 жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns can’t beat a handy handle, or maybe you can. Lol

Finding it almost impossible to get hold of the Husqvarna cutter due to stock shortages

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Where are you based? There is still a shortage of so many things at the moment.

The stihl with an ap300s is slightly lighter than the husky with bli200 take off the d handle its lighter., the vents on the back of the husky are all for show as well there is nothing venting the battery so they are just scamming there. The main parts of both heads are metal and otherwise same areas are plastic, the "handle" on the husky head is handy some times though... 🤔 I'm a stihl guy with a husky pole hedger (don't ask how) wanting the hla66, the cut speed on the husky is nice when you need it but I find it never gets used and is always on eco so wondering if that's not an issue with the stihl being slower cut speed. No tip gaurd on husky does my fucking head in and most definitely turns off way to damn fast, I swear I put it down for 10sec and it turns off. In both videos you mention the plastic gearbox cover as a problem but then also day you never have had any issues with it so kind of seems like a nothing point. And finally the price..... is the husky really worth nearly 2x the price for a bit of tip speed as well as having to run a 2nd battery system and all the non sense that comes with. At near 1k for the husky and under 600 for the stihl the husky doesn't really seem worth. I will agree though the stihl trigger system is niggly some times but overall I feel the stihl is better all round

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Alastair, thanks for sharing your thoughts and watching mate. Much appreciated 👍🏻 Both great units and I would be happy with either to be honest, and did use the Stihl 65 for many years prior to getting the Husky. I do personally prefer the Husky out of these two but each to their own 🙂 Cheers

Where can I get the tip protector ? thanks

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Local dealer should be able to order one in for you. 👍🏻

Do you know the part code for the tip protector for the Husqvarna 520iHE3?

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

No idea mate. But your local Husqvarna dealer will be able to help you out 👍🏻

@w.d.hamilton3429

Жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns I already did. They say there isn’t one! 🤷🏻‍♂️ Maybe there is a generic one? Another question. In your opinion, up to what diameter of twigs can the 520iHE3 be used on? Great channel btw.

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Speak to Ryan at Ashmore Mowers on the Gold Coast. It’s the same one that comes with the smaller handheld battery hedger. As far is size for twigs, it depends what sort of hedge it is. Some are thicker and harder than others. I’d say about as thick as your finger, probably 20mm or so would be max

@w.d.hamilton3429

Жыл бұрын

@@lovelawns Thank you sir? I’d love to speak with Ryan but I’m in Ireland, so maybe a bit far to go for the part! 😂 Armed with this info, I will call my local dealer today and get the part ordered.

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Ahh yes probably too far lol. Hope you find it. Cheers

My thoughts exactly , you need the higher blade speed . I did hear that stihl are bringing one out with 4000 strokes per minute

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

Love the higher blade speed. The new Stihl KMA135 has the higher blade speed. Looks good but I haven’t tried it yet. Cheers mate 👍🏻

@barticasun

2 жыл бұрын

HLA 135 look good but comes with weight penalty plus less run time per charge. Happy with HLA 66 thus far as good compromise.

It’s been a year and I’m still waiting on the watering can. Not sure what’s going on…

@lovelawns

5 ай бұрын

Haha classic 😜

Ye keep it simple mate jimmy WA

I’ve used a lot of stihl battery products when I worked for a gardening company. I’m self employed these days and the experience with Stihl means I’d never use them again. Slow rpm, poor battery design, very unbalanced and expensive for its performance levels. Feels like they have sold out and that the brand is just a name to sell products now.

@lovelawns

2 жыл бұрын

I think they are improving with each update, although I've never had any real dramas with any of my battery gear, Stihl or Husqvarna. Some tools have needed repairs, but that's to be expected when used so much and always covered under warranty and fixed quickly. No complaints here. Cheers mate.

Two of them are American company's ???

@lovelawns

Жыл бұрын

Neither of them are American!