Echo HC-2020
#2 in GasFull review
For homeowners who want a light, durable gas trimmer with a long warranty and are fine with a 20 in blade.
Amazon $398.99$398.99
The Echo HC-2020 is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.4 to 3.0. The Echo HC-2020 leads on value and weight. The Echo HC-2210 wins on blade. The Echo HC-2020 costs $250 less ($398.99 vs $648.99).
Echo HC-2210
#6 in GasFull review
For landscapers and large property owners who trim for hours and want a pro grade gas trimmer with a rotating handle.
Amazon $648.99$648.99
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 HC-2020 for value ($19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) vs $29.50 per inch of blade ($648.99, 22 in blade)) and weight (10 lb (dry) vs 11 lb (dry)).
- Choose the Echo HC-2210 for blade (22 in blade vs 20 in blade).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas hedge trimmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Echo HC-2020 | Echo HC-2210 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) | 6 $29.50 per inch of blade ($648.99, 22 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Blade 15% | 17 20 in blade | 33 22 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 75 10 lb (dry) | 50 11 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo HC-2020 | Echo HC-2210 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 22 in |
| Double sided blade | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating handle | - | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.2 cc | 21.2 cc |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10 lb (dry) | 11 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |