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EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft vs Husqvarna 122L 22cc 2-Cycle 17" Straight-Shaft Gas String Trimmer
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft ranks higher (#1 vs #2 of 8) and scores better on cutting power, runtime, weight & balance, durability.
The biggest complaint about the EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft is mixed durability; for the Husqvarna 122L 22cc 2-Cycle 17" Straight-Shaft Gas String Trimmer it's reliability problems. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft | Husqvarna 122L 22cc 2-Cycle 17" Straight-Shaft Gas String Trimmer | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in string trimmers | #1 | #2 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$ |
| Type | Cordless | Gas |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 10% | 10% |
| Overall score | 4.4 | 3.6 |
| Cutting power | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Runtime | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Line feeding & reloading | 4.5 | — |
| Weight & balance | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Durability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
Price tiers: $ under $120 · $$ $120–250 · $$$ over $250. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft
- Mixed durability
Durability gets mixed feedback in Amazon's review summary, and some owners say it broke during use. Wirecutter's test unit tore its foam front-handle padding after two years.
- Line sometimes won't come out
Amazon's summary flags 'cord removal' as a problem: some owners can't get the string to come out of the head.
- On the heavy side
A little over 10 lb, not the lightest Wirecutter tested. Weight is mixed on Amazon: some call it light, others heavy.
Husqvarna 122L 22cc 2-Cycle 17" Straight-Shaft Gas String Trimmer
- Reliability problems
Reliability is mixed in Amazon's summary and is the most-mentioned aspect: some units work well out of the box, others won't stay running. Durability is also mixed, with one report of a break after 3 hours.
- Gas hassles
It needs a 50:1 oil-and-gas mix (Popular Mechanics). Gas trimmers are louder and need more maintenance, and Wirecutter no longer recommends them for homeowners.
- Auxiliary grip can loosen
Popular Mechanics' auxiliary grip shook loose more than once; it tightens back with a wing nut.
Who should pick which
Pick the EGO Power+ 15" POWERLOAD String Trimmer with Telescopic Shaft if
Medium to large yards and overgrown areas
Hating to rewind trimmer line
Users of different heights (telescoping shaft)
Skip it if: You want a very light trimmer; You have only a tiny yard; You don't want to buy into EGO's 56V batteries
Pick the Husqvarna 122L 22cc 2-Cycle 17" Straight-Shaft Gas String Trimmer if
Properties of an acre or more
Unlimited runtime (refuel in minutes)
Buyers who prefer gas engines
Skip it if: You want low noise and no fumes; You don't want to mix fuel or maintain an engine; Your area restricts gas lawn equipment
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