Makita EM4351UH Review
A professional 43 cc 4-stroke petrol brush cutter with exceptionally low vibration — clean, quiet(er) power for demanding, all-day work.
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Pros
- No fuel mixing — clean 4-stroke running
- Class-leading low vibration for long days
- Professional Makita build and U-handle
Cons
- Heavy at ~8.5 kg
- Less raw punch than a 2.2 kW 2-stroke
- Premium price
The Makita EM4351UH is a professional 4-stroke that trades a little outright power for refinement: no fuel mixing, lower noise, and some of the lowest vibration figures in its class — which matters enormously over a full working day.
Who it’s for
Landscapers and heavy users who cut for hours and value comfort and clean running. For the very densest brambles, a 2-stroke like the Fuxtec FX-MS152 hits harder, but few machines are as pleasant to run all day.
Verdict
A refined professional 4-stroke — the comfort choice for long, regular sessions.
A refined professional 4-stroke — low vibration and no fuel mixing make it superb for long sessions, though 2-stroke rivals hit harder on the very worst brambles.
Makita EM4351UH — frequently asked questions
Does the Makita EM4351UH need fuel mixing?
No — its MM4 4-stroke engine runs on pure petrol, so there's no oil to mix. It's cleaner and smoother than a 2-stroke of similar size.
Is it a professional machine?
Yes — at 43 cc with a U-handle, harness and very low vibration (1.7–2.2 m/s²), it's built for regular, all-day commercial use.
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Our score
8.4/ 10
A refined professional 4-stroke — low vibration and no fuel mixing make it superb for long sessions, though 2-stroke rivals hit harder on the very worst brambles.
Who this one is for
Professionals and heavy users who want clean, low-vibration 4-stroke power without fuel mixing.
If this one is not the right fit
- On a tighter budget: Fuxtec FX-MS125, at 100 € in the same category. see the review
Value for money
At 430 €, it sits +65 % against the 260 € median of the 20 models in this category published here.
Guides that feature it
Price and availability
A reference exists on these Amazon stores: France, United Kingdom. Listed is not the same as in stock — availability changes daily.
Details checked on July 2026.
Sources
Specifications: manufacturer sheet and Amazon product page. Prices and availability: Keepa. No product on this site has been physically tested.
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