Stiga BC 535 B vs Einhell GC-BC 25/1: step-up or entry petrol?
Two bike-handle two-strokes with a 3-tooth blade. The Stiga has a bigger engine; the Einhell is cheaper and comes with a harness.
In short:The Stiga BC 535 B is a 32.6 cc, 0.9 kW two-stroke petrol brush cutter with a bike handlebar, a 43 cm cut, a 3T metal blade, a Tap&Go Pro dual-line head and a two-year manufacturer warranty. The Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS has a 25.4 cc, 600 W two-stroke, a bike handle, a 42 cm line cut, a 23 cm 3-tooth blade and a harness, at about 6.4 kg. The Stiga has more power for mixed growth; the Einhell is a budget first petrol machine.
The Stiga BC 535 B and Einhell GC-BC 25/1 are both bike-handle two-strokes with a 3-tooth blade, but at different power levels.
At a glance
| Stiga BC 535 B | Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32.6 cc, 2-stroke | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.9 kW | 600 W |
| Cut | 43 cm | 42 cm line / 23 cm blade |
| Supplied | 3T blade, Tap&Go Pro head | 3-tooth blade, double-line spool, harness |
| Weight | — | About 6.4 kg |
| Warranty | 2 years (manufacturer) | — |
| Rating | 7.9 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
Power vs price
The Stiga’s 0.9 kW gives a real step up in thick grass and light brush. The Einhell is a capable, lighter starter for grass and light growth at a lower price, with a harness in the box.
Which should you buy?
For mixed growth on a bigger plot, the Stiga BC 535 B. For a first, low-cost petrol machine, the Einhell GC-BC 25/1.
Full specifications
| Stiga BC 535 B | Einhell GC-BC 25/1 I AS | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine / power | 32.6 cc · 2-stroke | 25.4 cc · 2-stroke |
| Engine | 32.6 cc, 2-stroke | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke |
| Power | 0.9 kW | 600 W |
| Cutting width | 43 cm | — |
| Handle | Bike handlebar | Bike handle, aluminium shaft |
| Included | 3T blade + Tap&Go Pro dual-line head | Line + 3-tooth blade + harness |
| Warranty | 2 years (manufacturer) | — |
| Cut | — | 42 cm line / 23 cm blade |
| Weight | — | 6.4 kg (listing) |
| Best for | Homeowners wanting a complete, versatile petrol machine for mixed grass and light brush. | A budget first petrol machine for grass and light growth on a small-to-medium plot. |
| Our rating | 7.9 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
Strengths and drawbacks
Stiga BC 535 B
- + Blade and Tap&Go Pro head both included
- + Bike handlebar and reinforced straight shaft
- + Fair price for a branded 32.6 cc machine
- − 2-stroke fuel mixing required
- − No harness mentioned in the listing
- − Not for the very worst brambles
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 more powerful?
The Stiga BC 535 B: 0.9 kW from 32.6 cc against 600 W from the Einhell's 25.4 cc.
Which comes with a harness?
The Einhell lists a harness in its kit. For the Stiga BC 535 B, check the retailer's kit; a harness helps on long blade sessions.
Which suits brambles?
The Stiga, for light brambles. Neither is built for thick, established bramble patches — for those, look at the Stiga BC 545 B or a 52 cc machine.