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
The Husqvarna 522HD60S is the better hedge trimmer overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The Husqvarna 522HD60S leads on value and blade. The Husqvarna 522HD60S costs $59 less ($589.99 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 Husqvarna 522HD60S for value ($24.58 per inch of blade ($589.99, 24 in blade) vs $29.50 per inch of blade ($648.99, 22 in blade)) and blade (24 in blade vs 22 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 | Husqvarna 522HD60S | Echo HC-2210 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 19 $24.58 per inch of blade ($589.99, 24 in blade) | 6 $29.50 per inch of blade ($648.99, 22 in blade) |
| Cutting capacity 20% | 93 cuts branches up to 1.2 in | 50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Blade 15% | 50 24 in blade | 33 22 in blade |
| Weight 15% | 50 11 lb | 50 11 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 522HD60S | Echo HC-2210 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Blade length | 24 in | 22 in |
| Cutting capacity | 1.2 in | - |
| Double sided blade | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating handle | Yes | Yes |
| Strokes per minute | 4,400 | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.7 cc | 21.2 cc |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11 lb | 11 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | - | 5 years |