Husqvarna 525L vs Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in Trimmer

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in Trimmer rates 4.2 among battery string trimmers; the Husqvarna 525L rates 3.7 among gas ones. The Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in Trimmer costs $100.99 less ($249 vs $349.99).

Husqvarna 525L vs Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in Trimmer

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.

Scores side by side

These two sit in different power source classes (battery and gas), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power source peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightRyobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in TrimmerHusqvarna 525L
Overall rating4.2/53.7/5
Value 30%45 $14.65 per inch of swath ($249 with batteries and charger, 17 in swath)36 $19.34 per inch of swath ($349.99, 18.1 in swath)
Line 20%100 .095 in line100 .105 in line
Swath 15%100 17 in swath100 18.1 in swath
Weight 15%50 weight not published (neutral score used)88 9.7 lb (dry)
Warranty 20%100 5-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 17 in TrimmerHusqvarna 525L
Cutting
Cutting swath17 in18.1 in
Largest line.095 in.105 in
Line feedBump feedBump feed
ShaftStraightStraight
Converts to edgerNoNo
Takes attachmentsYesNo
Power
Engine or battery40 V, 4 Ah of battery25.4 cc, 2-stroke
Battery energy160 Wh-
Battery includedYes-
Runtime45 min-
Brushless motorYes-
Variable speedYes-
Build
Weight-9.7 lb (dry)
Warranty5 years2 years
Battery warranty3 years-

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