Stiga vs Einhell brush cutters: two broad garden ranges
Both sell petrol and cordless brush cutters for homeowners. Stiga's kits are more complete; Einhell's range is wider and often cheaper.
In short:Stiga sells two-stroke BC brush cutters — the BC 535 B (32.6 cc, 0.9 kW, 43 cm) and BC 545 B (42.7 cc, 1.25 kW, 45 cm, double harness), both with a 3T blade — and 48V ePower cordless machines such as the BC 700e brush cutter and GT 500e trimmer. Einhell sells petrol GC-BC models from 25.4 cc to 51.7 cc, including a four-stroke, and Power X-Change cordless brush cutters with 3-tooth blades, usually sold bare. Both cover gardens to rough ground.
Stiga and Einhell both offer petrol and cordless brush cutters for homeowners, overlapping more than most brand pairs.
Models we cover
| Stiga | Einhell | |
|---|---|---|
| Mid petrol | BC 535 B — 32.6 cc, 0.9 kW | GC-BC 25/1 — 25.4 cc; GC-BC 36-4 S — 37.7 cc four-stroke |
| Clearing petrol | BC 545 B — 42.7 cc, double harness | GC-BC 52 — 51.7 cc, split shaft |
| Cordless brush cutter | BC 700e — 48V, 38 cm | Agillo 36/255, GP-BC 36/430, Agillo 18/200 |
| Cordless trimmer | GT 500e, GT 100e Kit | GE-CT 18 Li |
Petrol
Stiga’s BC models come with a 3T blade and Tap&Go head, and the BC 545 B with a double harness. Einhell offers more displacement for the money — 1.5 kW from the GC-BC 52 — and a four-stroke option.
Cordless
Einhell’s Power X-Change batteries run a huge range of tools; its twin-battery brush cutters take two 18V packs. Stiga’s 48V ePower BC 700e is a brushless brush cutter with a 3T blade listed by UK retailers and up to 60 minutes per 4 Ah battery.
Which should you buy?
For complete petrol kits, Stiga. For the widest choice, a four-stroke or Power X-Change batteries, Einhell. Head-to-heads: Stiga BC 545 B vs Einhell GC-BC 52, Stiga BC 535 B vs Einhell GC-BC 25/1.
The models we review from each brand
Stiga— Balanced petrol & battery garden range
| Model | Type | Engine / power | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stiga BC 700e | Cordless | 48V ePower · Brushless | 8.1/10 |
| Stiga BC 545 B | Petrol | 42.7 cc · 2-stroke | 8/10 |
| Stiga BC 535 B | Petrol | 32.6 cc · 2-stroke | 7.9/10 |
| Stiga GT 500e | Cordless | 48V ePower | 7.6/10 |
| Stiga GT 100e Kit | Cordless | 20V ePower | 7.5/10 |
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
Do both brands sell petrol?
Yes. Stiga's BC 535 B and BC 545 B are two-strokes; Einhell's GC-BC range runs from the 25.4 cc GC-BC 25/1 to the 51.7 cc GC-BC 52, plus the GC-BC 36-4 S four-stroke.
Which cordless system is broader?
Einhell's 18V Power X-Change, which runs dozens of garden and DIY tools. Stiga's 48V ePower covers its own garden range, with a 20V line for light tools.
Which brand includes more in the box?
Stiga's BC 545 B comes with a 3T blade, a Tap&Go head and a double harness. Einhell's petrol models include a blade and line head, with a harness or strap depending on the model.