Metabo FSB 36-18 vs Einhell Agillo 36/255: twin-18V brush cutters
Both are brushless, run on two 18V batteries, come with a blade and are sold bare. The Metabo is lighter and cuts wider; the Einhell splits for storage.
In short:The Metabo FSB 36-18 LTX BL 40 is a bare brushless brush cutter on two Metabo 18V CAS batteries, with an adjustable bike handle, a 40 cm twin-line tap-feed spool with tool-free line changes and a blade for brushwood, at 3.9 kg item weight and a listed 6,000 rpm. The Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL runs on two 18V Power X-Change batteries, with up to 6,300 rpm, a twin handle, a split shaft with wall bracket, a 3-tooth blade and a 30 cm spool, at 6.09 kg.
The Metabo FSB 36-18 and Einhell Agillo 36/255 are closely matched: brushless, two 18V batteries, a blade in the box and sold bare.
At a glance
| Metabo FSB 36-18 LTX BL 40 | Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 2 × 18V CAS | 2 × 18V Power X-Change |
| Speed | 6,000 rpm (listed) | Up to 6,300 rpm |
| Handle | Adjustable bike | Twin |
| Line cut | 40 cm, tool-free line changes | 30 cm, bump feed |
| Blade | Brushwood blade | 3-tooth |
| Shaft | One-piece | Split, wall bracket |
| Weight | 3.9 kg | 6.09 kg |
| Rating | 8.1 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
Differences that matter
The Metabo is much lighter and its 40 cm line cut clears open ground faster; tool-free line changes are a bonus. The Einhell’s split shaft with wall bracket solves storage, and Power X-Change batteries are cheaper to buy into.
Batteries decide it
Metabo’s CAS batteries are shared with many brands’ trade tools; Einhell’s Power X-Change spans a large garden and DIY range. If you own either, that settles it.
Which should you buy?
For low weight and a wide cut, the Metabo. For value and compact storage, the Einhell. Brand view: Metabo vs Einhell.
Full specifications
| Metabo FSB 36-18 LTX BL 40 | Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless | Cordless |
| Engine / power | 36V (2×18V) Brushless | 36V Power X-Change · Brushless |
| Type | Cordless brush cutter, line and blade | — |
| Power | 2 × 18V CAS batteries, brushless motor | 36V (2× 18V PXC), brushless |
| Speed | 6,000 rpm (listing) | Up to 6,300 rpm, electronic control |
| Weight | 3.9 kg (Amazon item weight, bare) | 6.09 kg (Amazon.co.uk item weight) |
| Cutting width | 40 cm | — |
| Cutting attachment | Twin-line spool (tap feed) or blade for brushwood | — |
| Handle | Adjustable bike handle | — |
| Battery system | Metabo 18V CAS, two packs required | — |
| Supplied | Bare tool (601611850): no batteries or charger | Bare tool (Solo) |
| Cutting | — | 3-tooth blade + 30 cm bump-feed line |
| Shaft | — | Split, with wall bracket |
| Best for | Metabo 18V platform owners who want brushless power and a real blade option | Power X-Change owners who want brushless 36V power and a blade on a budget. |
| Our rating | 8.1 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Metabo FSB 36-18 LTX BL 40
- + Brushless motor gives strong, consistent power with less wear over time
- + Runs on two Metabo 18V CAS batteries, shared with Metabo's wider tool range
- + 40 cm cutting width and blade capability handle more than soft grass
- + Tool-free line change without removing or opening the spool
- + Twin-battery layout avoids the cost of a dedicated proprietary 36V pack
- − Sold bare on most listings — two 18V batteries and charger add real cost
- − Needs two charged batteries at once
- − Metabo's garden range is smaller than the big outdoor brands'
Einhell Agillo 36/255 BL
- + Brushless 36V power at a value price
- + Metal blade included for tougher growth
- + Shares the big Power X-Change ecosystem
- − Sold bare — batteries extra
- − Single-line bump-feed head
- − Needs two PXC batteries at once
Frequently asked questions
Which is lighter?
The Metabo: Amazon lists 3.9 kg against 6.09 kg for the Einhell (item weights, before batteries).
Do both come with a blade?
Yes. The Metabo comes with a blade for brushwood; the Einhell with a 3-tooth blade. Both also have a line spool.
Are batteries included?
No. The Metabo needs two 18V CAS batteries (which include Metabo's LiHD packs); the Einhell two 18V Power X-Change batteries.