I recently tested the Stihl FSA 80 R Battery Trimmer, and believe it could be a contender for either case. Stihl has been a leader in the outdoor power equipment industry for nearly a century.

Stihl has long been a leader in the chainsaw market with a series of high-performance gas models that serve property owners and commercial operators. As with most brands, they have entered the ...

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased gas straight shaft string trimmers, by the end of the 4th year of ownership.

Blower-mode noise is based on industry-standard measurements at 50 feet and our measurements at ear level. Models rated Very Good or Excellent at 50 feet should meet common municipal limits of 65 ...

This is the product's overall performance score, based on key tests conducted by our industry experts in the CHOICE labs.