Have you heard about Echo before?
Alongside with other trusted brands, it forms the dynamic market of power equipment for commercial users and homeowners.
I bought and tested the Echo GT-225 gas trimmer to confirm the reliability of the Echo brand. Why the GT-225? Well, the model is one of the best-selling products of the Echo that has earned a lot of positive feedback from customers.
Are you curious about my experience? Let’s scroll down to know!
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Overall History of Echo
Echo made its debut in 1972 in America, but not until 1978 did it officially introduce its present name.
At first, the company operated as an importer of quality 2-cycle engines and cordless products. It only began manufacturing in 1979, and the first product launched was the curved shaft GT-200 weed eater.
Later, the brand expanded its product series to include brush cutters, chain saws, handheld blowers, and hedge trimmers.
In 1994, Echo collaborated with Home Depot to provide high-performance outdoor power equipment for the market.
Throughout the years, the Echo has always strived to improve the quality of its products with technological advancement and engineering proficiency. No doubt, it is a trusted brand not only in America but all over the world.
An Unbiased Review of the Gt-225 Echo Weed Eater
Before diving into the review, let’s go through the specs of this model.
1. Features
2. Assembly
I was sort of nervous when the package arrived. You know that feeling when we buy something online, right?
I read some customer reviews of the GT-225 in advance, some of which were complaints about getting a defect product straight from the box. Although they received a replacement shortly after, it was totally not a pleasant experience.
Fortunately, there was no problem with my weed eater. It looked brand-new with no signs of being tampered with. Thank God!
After unboxing, I got down to setting up the product. Although I had no first-hand experience, I could manage to assemble all the parts quite quickly with the manual guide.
Therefore, a bonus for straightforward assembly.
3. Ignition
The next step was to start the whole thing and get it ready to mow the lawn. I could not ignite it with the first pull, but it started running with the second after I moved the slider off the choke position.
I tried a few weed eaters before, and this GT-225 was arguably one of the easiest to start. Two easy pulls, and it was entirely ready to cut!
Loading the string was also hassle-free, but it would be more time-saving with a tap head.
I almost forgot it!
As a 2-cycle gas trimmer, you have to mix oil and gas to a 50:1 ratio, which is standard for 2-cycle engines. Alternatively, any good quality oil designed for a 2-cycle weed eater will work.
4. Performance
I moved the product around my house to test its performance.
It was incredibly lightweight (only 10 pounds according to the specs), so transport should not be a hassle. A middle-aged man like me could handle it with ease, and I believe even older people would feel the same.
How about the cutting?
I have to say that the performance of the GT-225 Echo weed eater made a strong impression on me. It sliced through all the weeds and grass like a hot knife through butter.
At first, I thought the smooth cuts were only due to the new grass. Hence, I decided to let it cut the thick and high grass growing around the fences.
Surprisingly, the device did quite a good job. It kept producing powerful cuts until the finish.
So I was able to trim along the fences as well as all the shrubs in my backyard in about an hour.
What a time-saver!
What I disliked was the vibration. The weed eater shook badly when I first ignited it. Although the vibration reduced while cutting, it still caused my hands to tremble after work.
In addition, the device ate up lines in no time. In particular, I had to change the line three times in total. Although changing the string was convenient, having to do it the third time did frustrate me.
That was the biggest con I found in this product.
5. Others
You will be glad to know that replacement parts for this Echo weed eater are relatively cheap. Carburetor, string, trimmer head, etc.all of which are widely available at affordable prices.
Think about it!
Inevitably, you have to replace one or two parts of the weed eater after a while to keep it running smoothly. The price of replacement parts is the hidden cost that you should consider before making a purchase.
This product, with a reasonable price tag and affordable replacements, is apparently a worthwhile investment.
That is not to mention the whole thing is backed by a five-year warranty. Especially, the coil is under a lifetime warranty.
6. Verdict
Overall, I was impressed with the performance of this GT-225 curved shaft weed eater. It produced smooth and powerful cuts, even with the thickest grass and weeds in my backyard.
However, there were still some weaknesses regarding the vibration and the device eating up too many lines.
Parting Thoughts
I have just presented you with my review on the GT-225 Echo weed eater. All information was written based on my actual experience with the device.
If you have more questions related to the topic, leave a comment below to let me know. I am always willing to help you.
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