If you’ve never used a petrol tool before then you’re likely umming and arhhing purely because of how notoriously difficult they can be to start. But that won’t be a problem with this Einhell since it has a starter flap on the carburettor which ensures the machine starts first time. Moreover, there’s a controlled flow of fuel so once it’s up and running, it’ll always be stable. The auto choke I mentioned earlier is also imperative in getting the machine fired up without any issues. Particularly if you have areas of your garden that get easily overgrown and can’t be reached by the mower, this is an easy tool to take out and neaten up those smaller spaces – the 40 cm cutting width can get into tighter spots without being so small that the job will take ages. Given its slimline design, it’s also easier to work in these narrow areas than a strimmer with wider handlebars would be. When it comes to trimming and maintaining those awkward corners of the garden, your lawn mower just isn’t going to cut it. While there are a lot of commercial grade petrol trimmers out there, these are often too big and too powerful for the domestic hobby gardener. The two-stroke engine starts relatively easily and requires a combination of petrol and oil, and you should consider using ear protection as well – it’s quite a noisy machine.

When it comes to petrol-powered strimmers, there is still quite a lot of variation amongst them in terms of engine power output. The line head has a 43 cm cutting path so it doesn’t take long to cover larger areas either; if you have parts of the garden where the mower can’t go, this strimmer should be able to get in and help keep things looking tidy – especially useful around fountains, benches and playgrounds. No matter the size of your garden, you might find that there are small areas where it’s impossible to take a mower. Most strimmers have a cutting width of around 40 cm, so they can still struggle to get into tighter spaces, but the Einhell Two Stroke Brush Cutterhas a blade attachment of 25.5 cm. It’s one of the best machines for manoeuvring into narrow spots. A U-shaped shaft handle offers a place for one hand to hold the strimmer. The other hand is positioned higher up on the shaft of the strimmer. This means that hands are positioned one behind the other in a linear fashion. This may seem more intuitive to some, but is a posture that can take its toll if the strimmer is heavy and used for an extended period.This strimmer also has a metal guard rail that the user can use to gauge the distance from plants and other sensitive areas.

If the strimmer comes with two head attachments, one of them will likely be narrower than the other, making it more versatile. Prepare the fuel and oil. If your petrol grass trimmer has a two-stroke engine, you will need to mix the unleaded petrol and oil together before putting it into the fuel tank. With a four-stroke engine the oil and petrol are not mixed and go into separate tanks. The manufacturer’s instructions will show what type of oil should be used, and what ratio it should be mixed at. I hope this article has helped clear up any questions you may have had about buying the best petrol strimmer. In the end, there’s a petrol grass strimmer out there for everyone but you need to be the one to discern which model best fits your situation. In short, your choice of brushcutter depends on the size of your garden as well as the density of the vegetation you're hoping to clear.It’s also a brilliant option as an entry level petrol tool since it’s so easy to use and it’s highly unlikely that you’ll have problems getting it started thanks to the advanced technology within the workings of the engine system. Bicycle-handlebar handles allow you to balance the weight of the strimmer between two hands. Whilst this can take a bit of getting used to, it offers a lot of control and stability. Runner Up – Trueshopping 43cc Petrol Grass Trimmer and Brushcutter with Protective Guard and Harness This Einhell strimmer performed well on the grass at the edge of my lawn and on weeds (as seen in my demonstration video).

As I have mentioned, this Einhell petrol brushcutter comes with a two in one design. Firstly, you have the 3-toothed metal blade which is great for more heavy-duty tasks. The blade is super accurate and durable, so it’ll get things done the first time, every time. There is a bump-feed head that feeds out line, but no brush-cutter blade head; although, again, this makes sense given the type of work it is suited to.A strimmer harness will evenly distribute the weight of the strimmer and will take the pressure off your arms. This allows you to better control the movement of the tool and makes for a safer and easier time. A well-designed strimmer harness will allow you to get the best out of your strimmer. You’ll also benefit from incredibly accurate cutting. If you’re looking for a tool that will work well in manicured gardens with a lot of curves, angles and tight spots then this is definitely something worth considering. When cutting along fences, pathways, and other obstacles, this Einhell delivers a neat, clean finish every time. Blade