Husqvarna 525L
#5 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 3.4. The Husqvarna 525L leads on value and weight. The Husqvarna 525L costs $100 less ($349.99 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 525L for value ($19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath) vs $24.86 per inch of swath ($449.99, 18.1 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 | Husqvarna 525L | Husqvarna 430LS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 36 $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath) | 12 $24.86 per inch of swath ($449.99, 18.1 in swath) |
| Line 20% | 100 .105 in line | 100 .105 in line |
| Swath 15% | 100 18.1 in swath | 100 18.1 in swath |
| Weight 15% | 88 9.7 lb (dry) | 63 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 525L | Husqvarna 430LS | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting swath | 18.1 in | 18.1 in |
| Largest line | .105 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 | 25.4 cc, 2-stroke | 29.5 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.7 lb (dry) | 11.2 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |