Husqvarna 525L
#4 in GasFull review
A light, durable pro trimmer for owners who trim large properties every week.
Amazon $349.99$349.99
The Husqvarna 525L is the better string trimmer overall, rated 3.7 to 3.3. The Husqvarna 525L leads on line and weight. The Husqvarna 330LK wins on value. The Husqvarna 330LK costs $20 less ($329.99 vs $349.99).
Husqvarna 330LK
#11 in GasFull review
A powerful attachment capable trimmer for owners of large yards who want an edger and pole saw on the same engine.
Husqvarna $329.99$329.99
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 525L for line (.105 in line vs .095 in line) and weight (9.7 lb (dry) vs 12.8 lb (dry)).
- Choose the Husqvarna 330LK for value ($16.50 per inch of swath ($329.99, 20 in swath) vs $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath)).
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 525L | Husqvarna 330LK |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 36 $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath) | 51 $16.50 per inch of swath ($329.99, 20 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 100 .105 in line | 60 .095 in line |
| Swath 15% | 100 18.1 in swath | 100 20 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 88 9.7 lb (dry) | 36 12.8 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 525L | Husqvarna 330LK | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 18.1 in | 20 in |
| Largest line | .105 in | .095 in |
| Line feed | Bump feed | Bump feed |
| Shaft | Straight | Straight |
| Converts to edger | No | No |
| Takes attachments | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke | 28 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.7 lb (dry) | 12.8 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |