Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer
#17 in BatteryFull review
A light, simple trimmer for small lawns and edges, sold and serviced by Stihl dealers.
STIHL $189.99$189.99
The Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.0 to 2.9. The Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer leads on value. The Husqvarna 110iL FLXi Trimmer/Edger wins on swath. The Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer costs $60 less ($189.99 vs $249.99).
Husqvarna 110iL FLXi Trimmer/Edger
#18 in BatteryFull review
A tidy trimmer, edger and attachment base for small yards in the Husqvarna battery system. Bigger lawns need a wider swath.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
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 Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer for value ($17.27 per inch of swath ($189.99 with batteries and charger, 11 in swath) vs $21.19 per inch of swath ($249.99 with batteries and charger, 11.8 in swath)).
- Choose the Husqvarna 110iL FLXi Trimmer/Edger for swath (11.8 in swath vs 11 in swath).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery string trimmer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer | Husqvarna 110iL FLXi Trimmer/Edger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 30 $17.27 per inch of swath ($189.99 with batteries and charger, 11 in swath) | 11 $21.19 per inch of swath ($249.99 with batteries and charger, 11.8 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 50 .080 in line | 50 line size not published (neutral score used) |
| Swath 15% | 0 11 in swath | 16 11.8 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 100 5.9 lb (without battery) | 99 7 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Stihl FSA 57 Trimmer | Husqvarna 110iL FLXi Trimmer/Edger | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 11 in | 11.8 in |
| Largest line | .080 in | - |
| Line feed | Bump feed | Automatic feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | Yes |
| Takes attachments | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 36 V, 2 Ah of battery | 36 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 72 Wh | 144 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 25 min | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 5.9 lb (without battery) | 7 lb (without battery) |