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
The ECHO SRM-225 is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The ECHO SRM-225 leads on warranty and value. The Husqvarna 525L wins on line, swath and weight. The ECHO SRM-225 costs $70 less ($279.99 vs $349.99).
Husqvarna 525L
#4 in GasFull review
A light, durable pro trimmer for owners who trim large properties every week.
Amazon $349.99$349.99
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 SRM-225 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and value ($16.47 per inch of swath ($279.99, 17 in swath) vs $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath)).
- Choose the Husqvarna 525L for line (.105 in line vs .095 in line), swath (18.1 in swath vs 17 in swath) and weight (9.7 lb (dry) vs 11.2 lb (dry)).
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 SRM-225 | Husqvarna 525L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 52 $16.47 per inch of swath ($279.99, 17 in swath) | 36 $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 60 .095 in line | 100 .105 in line |
| Swath 15% | 75 17 in swath | 100 18.1 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 63 11.2 lb (dry) | 88 9.7 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| ECHO SRM-225 | Husqvarna 525L | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 17 in | 18.1 in |
| Largest line | .095 in | .105 in |
| Line feed | Bump feed | Bump feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | No |
| Takes attachments | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 21.2 cc, 2-stroke | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.2 lb (dry) | 9.7 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |