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 3.3. The Echo HC-2020 leads on warranty and weight. The Husqvarna 122HD60 wins on value and blade. The Husqvarna 122HD60 costs $29 less ($369.99 vs $398.99).
Husqvarna 122HD60
#4 in GasFull review
For homeowners with long hedge rows and no outlet or battery system nearby, who want a gas trimmer from a major brand at a moderate price.
Husqvarna $369.99$369.99
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 warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and weight (10 lb (dry) vs 10.8 lb).
- Choose the Husqvarna 122HD60 for value ($15.95 per inch of blade ($369.99, 23.2 in blade) vs $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade)) and blade (23.2 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 | Husqvarna 122HD60 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) | 50 $15.95 per inch of blade ($369.99, 23.2 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) | 80 cuts branches up to 1.1 in |
| Blade 15% | 17 20 in blade | 43 23.2 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 75 10 lb (dry) | 55 10.8 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo HC-2020 | Husqvarna 122HD60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 23.2 in |
| Cutting capacity | - | 1.1 in |
| Double sided blade | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating handle | - | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | - | 4,050 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.2 cc | 22.5 cc |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10 lb (dry) | 10.8 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |