ECHO GT-225
#1 in GasFull review
A cheap, light curved shaft trimmer with a long warranty, for small yards and weekly touch-ups.
Russo Power $199.99$199.99
The ECHO GT-225 is the better string trimmer overall, rated 4.2 to 3.9. The ECHO GT-225 leads on value and weight. The ECHO SRM-225 wins on swath. The ECHO GT-225 costs $80 less ($199.99 vs $279.99).
ECHO SRM-225
#3 in GasFull review
A reliable straight shaft trimmer for homeowners who want a five year warranty and quick reloading.
Russo Power $279.99$279.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ECHO GT-225 for value ($12.50 per inch of swath ($199.99, 16 in swath) vs $16.47 per inch of swath ($279.99, 17 in swath)) and weight (9.5 lb (dry) vs 11.2 lb (dry)).
- Choose the ECHO SRM-225 for swath (17 in swath vs 16 in swath).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas string trimmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ECHO GT-225 | ECHO SRM-225 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 78 $12.50 per inch of swath ($199.99, 16 in swath) | 52 $16.47 per inch of swath ($279.99, 17 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 60 .095 in line | 60 .095 in line |
| Swath 15% | 50 16 in swath | 75 17 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 92 9.5 lb (dry) | 63 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| ECHO GT-225 | ECHO SRM-225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 16 in | 17 in |
| Largest line | .095 in | .095 in |
| Line feed | Fixed-length line | Bump feed |
| Shaft | Curved | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | No |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.2 cc, 2-stroke | 21.2 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (dry) | 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |