Stihl BT 45
#9 in GasFull review
A light one-person drill for planting bulbs and small holes. It is not the tool for fence posts.
Stihl $639.99 eBay$639.99
The Stihl BT 45 is the better earth auger overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Stihl BT 45 leads on weight. The GardenTrax 185cc 2-Man Powerhead costs $290 less ($349.99 vs $639.99).
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GardenTrax 185cc 2-Man Powerhead
#14 in GasFull review
A two-person four-stroke powerhead for big holes such as footings and tree planting up to 14 in. It is too heavy for one person.
Amazon $349.99 eBay$349.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Stihl BT 45 for weight (10.7 lb vs 49 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas earth auger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Stihl BT 45 | GardenTrax 185cc 2-Man Powerhead |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 50 largest bit not published (neutral score used) | 100 $25 per inch of bit ($349.99, up to 14 in) |
| Torque 15% | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) |
| Reverse 15% | 100 reverse to free a stuck bit | 50 reverse not stated (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 100 10.7 lb | 3 49 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Stihl BT 45 | GardenTrax 185cc 2-Man Powerhead | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Gas | 185 cc gas |
| Largest bit | - | 14 in |
| Bit included | None | None |
| Bit speed | 910 rpm | - |
| Reverse | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 2 |
| Weight | 10.7 lb | 49 lb |