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Echo SRM-225
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Approximate retail price:
$220
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Type: Gasoline
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5.0
SYou get what you pay for!
5/20/2012
Pros
Easy to Handle
Ergonomic Grip
Lightweight
Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Trimming Around Rocks
Weeds &amp; Tall Grass
Comment:
I couldn't believe how fast I was cutting down the weeds and tall grass. This model has a plenty of power.<br /><br />I read some of the reviews about it going through a lot of line, that wasn't the case for me, in an hour of trimming I was only aware of bumping out line 4 times.<br /><br />It started easy and ran smooth. I bought the grade of gas that was recommended and added Sta-bil. With the 5 year warranty I'm looking forward to using this for a long time. I've had 3 differant gas trimmers that I paid less than $100 each for and I didn't get a total of 6 years out of. <br /><br />If you're looking for a well built and easy to use gas trimmer, this is it. Don't hestitate to purchase!
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By
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4.0
New string saves the day
4/11/2012
Pros
Easy to Handle
Lightweight
Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Straight Edging
Trimming Around Rocks
Weeds &amp; Tall Grass
Comment:
Was sooooo disapointed upon first use I could not go 3 feet without having to put in new string .095 dia. I was going to take it back to the store but for 12.00 bought the 1.55dia. string and as it turned out the spool should last me forever. Yes you have to cut the straight string inserts from the spool to length but what an upgrade! This thing is a monster even against stones, rocks and chain link. plenty of power I havent changed a string yet through 2 uses. I never even got around my mail box with the old string now I'm totally satisfied.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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4.0
Great so far!
9/19/2011
Pros
Easy start
Easy to Handle
Lightweight
Smaller
Smooth Engine
Cons
None so far
Best Uses
Straight Edging
Trimming Around Rocks
Weeds &amp; Tall Grass
Comment:
I am using boutique gasoline from [@] (ethanol free!) and it seems to work well so far.A lot lighter and smoother than my older Craftsman, wish it was a bit cheaper though...
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
The Echo SRM-225 is part of the String trimmers test program at Consumer Reports. The Echo SRM-225 String trimmers features and specs include Engine size, Weight (lbs.), Dual line, Shaft, Four-cycle engine. In our lab tests, String trimmers models like the Echo SRM-225 are reviewed on Overall score, Tall grass & weeds, Trimming, Ease of use, Edging, Handling. Consumer Reports subscribers share reviews of the Echo SRM-225 based on personal experience. The Consumer Reports user reviews of the Echo SRM-225 include star ratings, pros, cons, best uses, and a bottom line review to help guide your purchasing decision of the Echo SRM-225.
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