Lawnmower are great for keeping grass trimmed, but they can’t do everything. If you want to keep a well-manicured lawn for yourself as a homeowner or for your clients as a professional lawn worker, then you’ll also need trimmers and edgers. Trimmers let you cut grass in hard-to-reach places, such as around structures and on steep hills. Edgers give you a nice, clean line to define the of gardens, paths, patios, etc.
Widely considered one of the most reliable brands on the market, ECHO power equipment has long been a top choice for for everyone who works on lawns. If you’re looking for a new edger or trimmer, ECHO offers top-of-the-line models designed to perform reliably for both homeowners and professionals.
ECHO trimmers and edgers feature ergonomic controls and light-weight design for easy use. Their powerful, professional-grade 2-stroke engines enhance productivity and ensure reliable performance. They offer curved-shaft and straight-shaft models, depending on your preference. Keep reading to learn more about your ECHO trimmer and edger options.
Durable and Intuitive Edgers
ECHO’s edgers are designed for durability and ease of use. They are lightweight, and most feature a Pro-Torque gear case that offers 20% more torque than other edgers. They also come equipped with a clog-resistant metal shield to prevent debris from clogging the blade. Accessories and parts are also available for these edgers, including replacement blades and oil specifically designed for ECHO products.
The PE-225 Edger is suitable for residential or commercial use. This the model you’re most likely to purchase as a homeowner unless you have a very large yard and need additional power. It features a straight shaft, an easy-start i-30 starting system, and a 21.2 cc professional-grade engine. This trimmer weighs about 13 pounds.
ECHO’s other edges are the curved-shaft PE-2620 and the straight-shaft PE-2620S. Both these trimmers feature a more powerful 25.4 cc professional-grade engine that will let you tackle larger jobs. A 20.6 fluid ounce fuel tank allows for longer run time between fill-ups. These trimmers are easy to start, have two-stage air filtration to keep the engine running properly, and feature tool-less access for convenient in-field servicing. Each edger weighs about 14 pounds.
Garden Club-Approved Trimmers
ECHO’s trimmers offer top-quality performance. Some even consider them to be “the world’s finest commercial-grade grass trimmers.” ECHO’s GT-225 Curved Shaft Trimmer, for example, received a 100% approval rating and a member rating of 9.2 after official testing by the National Home Gardening Club.
There’s a wider selection of ECHO Trimmers available than there are edgers, so we won’t go through them all in this post. You can click here to see all the trimmers ECHO offers. From lightweight trimmers for cutting where the mower can’t reach to more powerful models that you can use with a cutting blade, you’re sure to find a trimmer that will meet your needs.
ECHO’s GT-225 trimmer, which we’ve already mentioned, is easy to use and a great value for a comparatively low price. This trimmer features an i-30 starting system. It’s powered by a 21.2 cc professional-grade engine and weighs about 10 pounds. It has a 16-inch cutting swath. The GT-225i version is ECHO’s easiest trimmer to start, featuring an i-75 starting system. There are also corresponding straight-shaft models with similar features: the SRM-225 and the SRM-225i. They have a 17-inch cutting swatch and weigh 12 pounds.
The more powerful trimmers are found in the ECHO X Series. ECHO designed equipment in this series for professional use. These trimmers are powerful, light-weight, and feature outstanding performance and productivity. The ECHO SRM-2620 and ECHO SRM-3020 Straight Shaft Trimmers both feature professional-grade two-stroke engines manufactured from military-grade magnesium that helps keep the weight down. The SRM-2620, with a 25.4 cc engine, only weighs 12.3 pounds. The SRM-3020, with a 30.5 cc engine, only weighs 13.7 pounds.
A Word On Multi-Tools
You can also get edgers and trimmers as attachments for ECHO’s Pro Attachment Series™ (PAS) multi-tool system. ECHO has multiple powerheads and seventeen commercial-grade attachments available. These include curved and straight-shaft trimmers and edgers, as well as a brush-cutting saw blade. Most attachments are interchangeable so you can buy just one power source and then mix-and-match which tools you want (click here for a compatibility chart).
These multi-tools are great for both homeowners and professionals who want to save on storage space. A multi-tool also makes maintenance easier since you’ll only have to maintain one powerhead for a variety of different tools. If you want to start with both a trimmer and edger, the Echo PAS-225VP Pro Attachment Series Bundle includes a powerhead along with both edger and trimmer attachments.
If you’re looking to purchase a high-quality trimmer and/or edger, Richardson Saw & Lawnmower is the place to go. We’re an independent ECHO Signature Elite dealer, which means we carry a full line of ECHO lawn and garden equipment and offer outstanding customer support. We also provide onsite repair and service by ECHO trained technicians if you ever need some help with your trimmers and edgers.
You can shop for ECHO equipment online, call and place an order to pick up at our location, or stop by and check out the trimmers and edgers we have in-stock. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you have and help you find the trimmer or edger that is right for you.
