Husqvarna vs Einhell brush cutters: dealer brand or budget range?
Husqvarna sells refined petrol machines through dealers; Einhell sells budget petrol and a wide cordless range online and in DIY stores.
In short:Husqvarna's petrol models we cover are the 122C curved-shaft trimmer (21.7 cc, 0.6 kW, 4.4 kg), the 128R (28 cc, 0.7 kW, 5.8 kg) and the 129R (27.6 cc, 0.85 kW, 5.4 kg), the last two with a grass blade and double harness. Einhell sells budget petrol — GC-BC 25/1, GC-BC 36-4 S four-stroke and the 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW GC-BC 52 — and cordless brush cutters on 18V Power X-Change batteries. Husqvarna is lighter and dealer-backed; Einhell, cheaper with more power per pound.
Husqvarna and Einhell sit at opposite ends of the market. Husqvarna builds refined petrol machines and sells them through dealers; Einhell sells budget petrol and a large cordless range through general retailers.
Models we cover
| Husqvarna | Einhell | |
|---|---|---|
| Trimmer | 122C — 21.7 cc, curved shaft, 4.4 kg | GE-CT 18 Li — 18V cordless |
| Entry brush cutter | 128R — 28 cc, 0.7 kW, grass blade, double harness | GC-BC 25/1 — 25.4 cc, 600 W, 3-tooth blade |
| All-rounder | 129R — 27.6 cc, 0.85 kW, 5.4 kg | GC-BC 36-4 S — 37.7 cc four-stroke, 8.7 kg |
| Clearer | — | GC-BC 52 — 51.7 cc, 1.5 kW |
| Cordless | — | Agillo 18/200, Agillo 36/255, GP-BC 36/430 |
Weight and refinement
Husqvarna’s machines are light for petrol: the 129R weighs 5.4 kg without cutting gear, against about 6.4 kg for Einhell’s GC-BC 25/1 and 8.5 kg for the GC-BC 52. Husqvarna adds Smart Start on the 122C and 128R, and a double harness with the 128R and 129R.
Power per pound
Einhell wins on raw power for the money: the GC-BC 52 gives 1.5 kW at a budget price, with a 3-tooth blade, automatic choke and split shaft. Its cordless brushless machines run on shared Power X-Change batteries.
Buying and support
Husqvarna sells mainly through dealers, who assemble and service the machine. Einhell is widely stocked online and in DIY stores; servicing is generally up to you.
Choose Husqvarna if…
- You want a light, easy-starting petrol machine with dealer support
- Your garden is grass, weeds and light brush
Choose Einhell if…
- Budget comes first, or you need a lot of power cheaply
- You want a cordless option on shared batteries
Which should you buy?
For regular garden use and long ownership, Husqvarna. For the most capability per pound, or cordless, Einhell. Head-to-heads: Husqvarna 128R vs Einhell GC-BC 25/1, Husqvarna 129R vs Einhell GC-BC 52.
The models we review from each brand
Husqvarna— Professional & forestry brush cutters
| Model | Type | Engine / power | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna 129R | Petrol | 27.6 cc · 2-stroke | 8/10 |
| Husqvarna 128R | Petrol | 28 cc · 2-stroke | 7.9/10 |
| Husqvarna 122C | Petrol | 21.7 cc · 2-stroke | 7.8/10 |
Einhell— Affordable cordless (Power X-Change)
| Model | Type | Engine / power | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL | Cordless | 36V Power X-Change · Brushless | 8.2/10 |
| Einhell GP-BC 36/430 Li BL | Cordless | 36V Power X-Change · Brushless | 8.2/10 |
| Einhell GC-BC 52 I AS | Petrol | 51.7 cc · 2-stroke | 7.8/10 |
| Einhell GC-BC 36-4 S | Petrol | 37.7 cc · 4-stroke | 7.7/10 |
| Einhell Agillo 18/200 | Cordless | 18V Power X-Change | 7.5/10 |
| Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | Petrol | 25.4 cc · 2-stroke | 7.4/10 |
| Einhell GE-CT 18 Li | Cordless | 18V Power X-Change | 7.2/10 |
Ratings are judged against each machine's class and price; see how we review.
Frequently asked questions
Is Husqvarna worth the extra money over Einhell?
For regular use, often yes: Husqvarna's 128R and 129R are lighter than Einhell's equivalents, come with a double harness and Smart Start, and are backed by dealer servicing. For occasional use or tough clearing on a budget, Einhell's GC-BC 52 gives far more power for the money.
Which brand handles brambles?
Among the models we cover, Einhell's 51.7 cc GC-BC 52 with a 3-tooth blade. Husqvarna's 128R and 129R come with a grass blade for coarse grass and weeds; for brambles, Husqvarna's bigger models are sold through dealers.
Does Husqvarna make cordless brush cutters?
Yes, Husqvarna sells battery trimmers and brush cutters, but the Husqvarna models we review are petrol. Einhell's Power X-Change cordless range is reviewed in full on this site.