Husqvarna 130L
#11 in GasFull review
A strong straight shaft trimmer for big yards and rough edges, at a mid range price.
Amazon $279$279
The Husqvarna 130L is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The Husqvarna 130L leads on value. The Husqvarna 430LS wins on line and weight. The Husqvarna 130L costs $170.99 less ($279 vs $449.99).
Husqvarna 430LS
#13 in GasFull review
A commercial grade straight shaft trimmer for big properties and heavy weeds, where its 29.5 cc engine and wide swath save time.
Husqvarna $449.99$449.99
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 130L for value ($15.50 per inch of swath ($279, 18 in swath) vs $24.86 per inch of swath ($449.99, 18.1 in swath)).
- Choose the Husqvarna 430LS for line (.105 in line vs .095 in line) and weight (11.2 lb (dry) vs 12.2 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 | Husqvarna 130L | Husqvarna 430LS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 57 $15.50 per inch of swath ($279, 18 in swath) | 12 $24.86 per inch of swath ($449.99, 18.1 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 60 .095 in line | 100 .105 in line |
| Swath 15% | 100 18 in swath | 100 18.1 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 47 12.2 lb (dry) | 63 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 130L | Husqvarna 430LS | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 18 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 | 28 cc, 2-stroke | 29.5 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 12.2 lb (dry) | 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |