Fuxtec FX-MS125 vs Einhell GC-BC 25/1: a first petrol brush cutter
If this is your first petrol machine, these two 25.4 cc budget models are the obvious shortlist. Here's what actually matters when you've never owned one before.
In short:For a first petrol brush cutter, the Fuxtec FX-MS125 and Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS are close: both are 25.4 cc two-strokes with bike handles, a line head, a metal blade and a harness in the box. The Fuxtec is lighter at 5.5 kg and rated at 0.74 kW, with a 30.5 cm line cut. The Einhell is rated at 600 W, weighs about 6.4 kg and cuts 42 cm with line and 23 cm with its 3-tooth blade. Both need two-stroke fuel mix.
The Fuxtec FX-MS125 and Einhell GC-BC 25/1 are where most people start with petrol: small 25.4 cc two-strokes, full kits, low prices. This page looks at them from a first-time buyer’s point of view; for the head-to-head specs, see Einhell GC-BC 25/1 vs Fuxtec FX-MS125.
At a glance
| Fuxtec FX-MS125 | Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.74 kW (1 hp) | 600 W |
| Weight | 5.5 kg | About 6.4 kg |
| Line cut | 30.5 cm | 42 cm |
| Blade | Metal blade | 3-tooth, 23 cm |
| Harness | Shoulder harness | Harness |
| Rating | 7.5 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
What matters first time round
Weight. New users tire faster because they grip harder and swing wider. The Fuxtec’s 5.5 kg is easier to manage than the Einhell’s 6.4 kg, especially for smaller users.
Starting. Both are pull-start two-strokes. Learn the choke and primer sequence from the manual before the first pull — our guide on how to start a brush cutter walks through it.
Line vs blade. Use the line head for grass and the blade only for thicker weeds and light brambles, with the correct guard fitted. Both kits include both.
Fuel. Two-stroke mix is the one habit to learn: fresh petrol, the right ratio, and a marked can.
Where each one shines
The Fuxtec is the easier machine to carry and the better fit for short, regular sessions around a garden. The Einhell clears open grass faster with its 42 cm swath and suits bigger lawns or paddock edges.
Which should you buy?
For a first petrol machine where comfort matters most, the Fuxtec FX-MS125. For more ground covered per pass, the Einhell GC-BC 25/1. Neither was buyable on Amazon.co.uk when we checked in October 2026, so compare UK garden retailers. If brambles are the real job, skip both and look at the best brush cutters for brambles.
Full specifications
| Fuxtec FX-MS125 | Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine / power | 25 cc · 2-stroke | 25.4 cc · 2-stroke |
| Engine | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.7 kW (1 hp) | 600 W |
| Weight | 5.5 kg (Fuxtec) | 6.4 kg (listing) |
| Handle | Bike handle | Bike handle, aluminium shaft |
| Cut | 30.5 cm (line) | 42 cm line / 23 cm blade |
| Included | Line head + metal blade + harness | Line + 3-tooth blade + harness |
| Best for | A cheap, light first petrol machine for grass and light growth. | A budget first petrol machine for grass and light growth on a small-to-medium plot. |
| Our rating | 7.5 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Fuxtec FX-MS125
- + Light for petrol at 5.5 kg
- + Blade included, very low price
- + Easy for beginners to handle
- − Modest power for thick brambles
- − 2-stroke mixing required
Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS
- + Very affordable entry into petrol
- + Relatively light and beginner-friendly
- + Blade and harness included
- − Modest power for dense growth
- − Budget-grade build and refinement
- − 2-stroke fuel mixing required
Frequently asked questions
Which is easier for a beginner?
The Fuxtec FX-MS125 is lighter (5.5 kg against about 6.4 kg), which makes it easier to control for a first-timer. The Einhell's wider 42 cm line cut covers grass faster. Both come with a harness and a bike handle, so both are approachable.
What else do I need to buy?
Two-stroke oil, a clean fuel can and fresh petrol for both, plus eye, ear and hand protection — see safety gear for brush cutting.
How do I mix the fuel?
Use the ratio printed in each machine's manual and mix in a marked can — our 2-stroke fuel ratio chart shows the quantities. Don't leave mixed fuel sitting for months.