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 3.2. The Echo HC-2020 leads on value and weight. The Husqvarna 522HD60S wins on blade. The Echo HC-2020 costs $191 less ($398.99 vs $589.99).
Husqvarna 522HD60S
#5 in GasFull review
For landscapers and estate owners who trim hedges for hours and want Husqvarna’s pro grade build.
Husqvarna $589.99$589.99
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 $24.58 per inch of blade ($589.99, 24 in blade)) and weight (10 lb (dry) vs 11 lb).
- Choose the Husqvarna 522HD60S for blade (24 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 522HD60S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $19.95 per inch of blade ($398.99, 20 in blade) | 19 $24.58 per inch of blade ($589.99, 24 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) | 93 cuts branches up to 1.2 in |
| Blade 15% | 17 20 in blade | 50 24 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 75 10 lb (dry) | 50 11 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Echo HC-2020 | Husqvarna 522HD60S | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 20 in | 24 in |
| Cutting capacity | - | 1.2 in |
| Double sided blade | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating handle | - | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | - | 4,400 |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.2 cc | 21.7 cc |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10 lb (dry) | 11 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |