P.S. These are slightly older models that are still received very well within the landscaping community. We do have another video that compares the biggest, baddest backpack blowers in the market right now. Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
These guys are no joke. I'm happy that the BR 600 hung in there because that's what I have. I bought it used and have put several hundred hours on it and have never had a problem!
Between these two-to each their own...but these are blowers-they blow...soooooo the one that blows better is the better choice ...The fuel efficiency of the Stihl is appealing - but you'll use less fuel finishing jobs faster...I like the padding on the Echo better also...hat tip to the venerable br600...I'm in the Echo power equipment camp..understand you are a Stihl dealer so no shade being thrown your way-hard to be unbiased - you were honest with the results-hats off to you for that!
I have the Shindaiwa version the eb770rt and it's great. Personally I like Echo/Shindaiwa products over Stihl having run both in my lawn service. I've personally had less trouble with Echo.
I own both. The BR 600 was a gift from my children. It is 17 years old. The ECHO was found at the dump about 6 years ago. The spark plug had been removed and the cylinder was full of water, The piston was seized so I put some WD-40 in it and the next day was able to turn it over. I put on a new carb for about 75 bucks. Both are still runing! I blow about an acre of wooded lot each year…roughly 20 hours each per year. I like them both but the PB-770 H blows more leaves , sucks a bunch of gas and is heavier. OBTW I use 100LL aviation gasoline, changed the spark plugs every other year along with thr air filters… i would buy either again.
I’m an average homeowner and I’ve owned the BR600 for about 3 years. Initially I owned the BR350, and it just didn’t provide the power I needed for fall leaves. I think the BR600 is an excellent balance of cost and power. Having a dealer nearby is a plus too 🍻 excellent content guys
@@brodygoalie I sort of have a collection of them. I have a BG 85 and BG 86C. I have a KM130 power head with the trimmer attachment, and Shindaiwa (Echo) 262T and and old Echo 2100 SB. They all still work flawlessly. Only had the old Echo in shop once in the 21 years I have owned it. I mow 2 times a week from March until November.
@@brodygoalie The SRM 2620 or the 2620T would be my top pick. It isn't basic but very nice. If you want a basic one, the SRM 225 would be my choice in an Echo.
In reality if the echo pushes faster (which you proved that) you will be off the job quicker making the echo way more efficient and fuel efficient in the long run. Echo making you more money faster 👍🏼
Came here to say that too. Also find echo stuff to be physically stronger in most areas in comparison to both Stihl and husky. Slowly changing over all my equipment to Echo.
@@huskykev9037 echo blowers are the best same with the trimmers. But I do have both an echo and shindaiwa trimmer and the shindaiwa feels way lighter and is the bigger trimmer by the numbers. 👍🏼
Top 3 blowers to this day that I still love! Echo PB770T, Stihl BR600 and the Redmax EBZ7500! Both great all around blowers that you can use year round before getting into the heavier bigger blowers
Wow, that's amazing. Because I did a comparison video with between 4 blowers and 3 of the, were the ones you mentioned. You HAVE to check out the video, would love to hear your thoughts. Here's the link: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
The trick to that battery test is to keep your airflow aimed at the bottom of the battery to form a cushion of air under it, much like a puck in air hockey. Plus, stay back a couple feet so the air has a chance to spread out slightly.
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2 things on the head to head. Place a piece of plywood on the scale and zero it out (maybe 2ft x 2ft. It would absorb the stream better)... on the battery test, tape an umbrella to it. It would take away user error. It's possible that the stihl just doesn't work well with the shape and dimension of the battery. To be honest, I was rooting for the stihl, but I kind of knew the echo would win. Same with the br800 and pb9010. Thanks again for sharing
Great video, I was gonna buy the echo 770 from my local echo dealership but I ended up buying a shindaiwa EB770T, he said while echo owns shindaiwa and they look identical in fact there not, that shindaiwa blowers are made with more metal parts for heavier commercial use, the shindaiwa was only $9 dollars more and he said buy whatever you like, but he said most people think echo and shindaiwa are identical when in fact the shindaiwas are built more rugged with heavier duty parts 🤔
@Main Street Mower I agree. Im gonna do some leg work and even contact Echo directly if I can. I know Shindaiwa's a Japanese company been around the 50s, but nowadays, they are headquarted in Lake Zurich, IL. However, they remain closely tied to their homeland, since they now belong to ECHO Incorporated, a subsidiary of the Yamabiko corporation, from what I read. to be honest with you the dealer I purchased it from wasn't trying to steer me one way or the other she said there nearly identical buy whatever I want, its just that Shindaiwa's have more metal parts then plastic and from what she was told there heavier duty for the commercial market. I mean it's a great blower packed with loads of power other than its Red and Black. It looks nearly identical as the echo but I definitely want to find out the facts. If I hear anything I'll get back to you..👍🏼💯
@eljefe38theboss I never looked any further into it, but I've had it for over a year, and it's been fantastic. Fires right up, very powerful and built tough. I'm very happy with it..
I have an echo 9010 but am very tempted to try out a stihl br600 or above. The 9010 is crazy In terms of power but for grass clippings it might be a little overkill
I’ve used a BR800X on those after rainy days and it’s a requirement especially if you’re doing yards that leave a slight mess no matter what you do. But for regular use, a BR600 or PB 770 are probably the best overall in weight and power.
@@electric6877 Yes, very good units for those purposes. Not sure if you've seen our Big Bad Blower Battle video, but I have a feeling you will like it. Here's the link: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
It does not during the weight test. We actually forgot to empty that one right until we were about to weigh it. But then we noticed it and emptied it. We cut it out of the video because it was irrelevant. Do check out the video again. You will find that the unit had fuel in it all the way until we put it on the scale. Good eye though sir.
@@mainstreetmower Subbed for that! I have the 9010 (and a BR600), but my dealer carries both, and the side start on the 800 might make it worth the switch!
The fuel test ignored the already proven fact that the Echo was more powerful . Hence the runtime with the ECHO would be less ,saving you both time and fuel. So if you also factored in time savings I think the Echo may in fact inch out the STiHL
We actually do have a video comparing those 2 and other best selling 'powerful' blowers. Check it out for yourself: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
That's a lot of analysing in your review but I have used both the Stihl and Echo (which is just a Shindaiwa EB770) We use them everyday for commercial use. The PB770 is a japenese built machine that is designed to have thousands of hours put on it. If you just use both the machines for a period of a few months you can easily determine that one is way superior to the other. The Stihl looks nice when it's bright orange in the shop but after that there's no comparison
You could weight the 32oz to make sure you are putting in the exact same amount. Really won't make a big difference, but would be more precise. Just my 2 cents. Thanks for sharing. Enjoying the channel
Thanks for this interesting video. I think the weight issue is not important unless we know why one is heavier than the other and if the weight difference is due to more robustness in key components (e.g. engine) then I don't mind an extra pound or two. When it comes to durability, I believe Echo warranty has 2 years for Commercial use and 5 years for Residential. I don't know what Stihl has but definitely worth checking out before you buy. Interesting battery push test...might apply to scooter and skateboard jet racers! Thanks again for making this...I need to get a blower and this has helped my decision.
I noticed that your test of blowing directly on the scale is pretty close to the manufacturer's Newton rating. 1 Newton = 0.2248 pounds. So, per your test the approximately 7 pounds would be approximately 31 Newtons.
The results you saw in this video are completely unfiltered. We agree that blowers are not used at full throttle all the time. However, that is the best 'standard' we can use for our testing to have a universal reference point for anyone who wants to understand the difference in consumption.
If you look at 5:16 which is where we actually put the echo on the scale, there's no fuel in it. But yes, you caught us. Hahah. We forgot to take the fuel out of the echo while filming the introduction of the video, but did so before actually weighting the unit.
ALL 21 STIHL BLOWERS - Reviewed & Compared here: th-cam.com/video/kEpu0qTNPd8/w-d-xo.html
P.S. These are slightly older models that are still received very well within the landscaping community. We do have another video that compares the biggest, baddest backpack blowers in the market right now.
Check it out here: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
what is the blue colored fuel your using?
Thank you Main Street Mower for sharing. Great comparison!
Thank you Greg.
These guys are no joke. I'm happy that the BR 600 hung in there because that's what I have. I bought it used and have put several hundred hours on it and have never had a problem!
That's great man. Hope you get a lot more years out of that 600.
Definitely the video I needed to see! I'm going with the 770!
Thank you. We're glad we could help.
Between these two-to each their own...but these are blowers-they blow...soooooo the one that blows better is the better choice ...The fuel efficiency of the Stihl is appealing - but you'll use less fuel finishing jobs faster...I like the padding on the Echo better also...hat tip to the venerable br600...I'm in the Echo power equipment camp..understand you are a Stihl dealer so no shade being thrown your way-hard to be unbiased - you were honest with the results-hats off to you for that!
Thank you Kirk!
I have the Shindaiwa version the eb770rt and it's great. Personally I like Echo/Shindaiwa products over Stihl having run both in my lawn service. I've personally had less trouble with Echo.
That's fair. The best product is the one that works for you best. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I own both. The BR 600 was a gift from my children. It is 17 years old. The ECHO was found at the dump about 6 years ago. The spark plug had been removed and the cylinder was full of water, The piston was seized so I put some WD-40 in it and the next day was able to turn it over. I put on a new carb for about 75 bucks. Both are still runing! I blow about an acre of wooded lot each year…roughly 20 hours each per year. I like them both but the PB-770 H blows more leaves , sucks a bunch of gas and is heavier. OBTW I use 100LL aviation gasoline, changed the spark plugs every other year along with thr air filters… i would buy either again.
That's awesome man, thanks for sharing. Great job getting that echo back to life.
I’m an average homeowner and I’ve owned the BR600 for about 3 years. Initially I owned the BR350, and it just didn’t provide the power I needed for fall leaves. I think the BR600 is an excellent balance of cost and power. Having a dealer nearby is a plus too 🍻 excellent content guys
Thank you for sharing Chris. Hope you got to enjoy other content on our channel. :)
Great work Gents! Love the math and number. All the tests were very interesting too! I am just a homeowner who buys and uses commercial equipment.
So what are you using for backpack blower and also string trimmer? Thanks
@@brodygoalie I sort of have a collection of them. I have a BG 85 and BG 86C. I have a KM130 power head with the trimmer attachment, and Shindaiwa (Echo) 262T and and old Echo 2100 SB. They all still work flawlessly. Only had the old Echo in shop once in the 21 years I have owned it. I mow 2 times a week from March until November.
@@lazylearner967 I need to get a good basic string trimmer for my property. I like echo. What do you recommend for gas trimmer from them. Thanks
@@brodygoalie The SRM 2620 or the 2620T would be my top pick. It isn't basic but very nice. If you want a basic one, the SRM 225 would be my choice in an Echo.
@@lazylearner967 thank you!
In reality if the echo pushes faster (which you proved that) you will be off the job quicker making the echo way more efficient and fuel efficient in the long run. Echo making you more money faster 👍🏼
That is a factor to consider
Came here to say that too. Also find echo stuff to be physically stronger in most areas in comparison to both Stihl and husky. Slowly changing over all my equipment to Echo.
@@huskykev9037 echo blowers are the best same with the trimmers. But I do have both an echo and shindaiwa trimmer and the shindaiwa feels way lighter and is the bigger trimmer by the numbers. 👍🏼
@@huskykev9037 That's great.
@@TheLawnFellas Thanks for sharing your insight. We will soon be launching our trimmer comparison videos. Hope you enjoy them.
Top 3 blowers to this day that I still love! Echo PB770T, Stihl BR600 and the Redmax EBZ7500! Both great all around blowers that you can use year round before getting into the heavier bigger blowers
Wow, that's amazing. Because I did a comparison video with between 4 blowers and 3 of the, were the ones you mentioned. You HAVE to check out the video, would love to hear your thoughts.
Here's the link: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
The trick to that battery test is to keep your airflow aimed at the bottom of the battery to form a cushion of air under it, much like a puck in air hockey. Plus, stay back a couple feet so the air has a chance to spread out slightly.
Thank you for the technique sir. We'll implement it the next time we are playing around the shop :)
nice video I've always loved Stihl blowers because of the weight echo I think will have less carburetor problems than Stihl and more power 👍👍
Great video. The Redmax 7500 and Husqvarna 570bts would be a good test against the 600 and 770.
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2 things on the head to head. Place a piece of plywood on the scale and zero it out (maybe 2ft x 2ft. It would absorb the stream better)... on the battery test, tape an umbrella to it. It would take away user error. It's possible that the stihl just doesn't work well with the shape and dimension of the battery. To be honest, I was rooting for the stihl, but I kind of knew the echo would win. Same with the br800 and pb9010. Thanks again for sharing
Good thoughts we might do a 2.0 test
it's the cfm combined with power when you are pushing a mower battery.
Great video, I was gonna buy the echo 770 from my local echo dealership but I ended up buying a shindaiwa EB770T, he said while echo owns shindaiwa and they look identical in fact there not, that shindaiwa blowers are made with more metal parts for heavier commercial use, the shindaiwa was only $9 dollars more and he said buy whatever you like, but he said most people think echo and shindaiwa are identical when in fact the shindaiwas are built more rugged with heavier duty parts 🤔
Didn’t know that and I’m a little suspicious that may be Dealer talk, but may be true. I’d be interested to hear the opinion of another dealer of both
@Main Street Mower I agree. Im gonna do some leg work and even contact Echo directly if I can. I know Shindaiwa's a Japanese company been around the 50s, but nowadays, they are headquarted in Lake Zurich, IL. However, they remain closely tied to their homeland, since they now belong to ECHO Incorporated, a subsidiary of the Yamabiko corporation, from what I read. to be honest with you the dealer I purchased it from wasn't trying to steer me one way or the other she said there nearly identical buy whatever I want, its just that Shindaiwa's have more metal parts then plastic and from what she was told there heavier duty for the commercial market. I mean it's a great blower packed with loads of power other than its Red and Black. It looks nearly identical as the echo but I definitely want to find out the facts. If I hear anything I'll get back to you..👍🏼💯
@@ConditionZero76 Awesome. Thank you.
@ConditionZero76 any luck with confirming what the dealer claimed?
@eljefe38theboss I never looked any further into it, but I've had it for over a year, and it's been fantastic. Fires right up, very powerful and built tough. I'm very happy with it..
Great video - Thanks for posting!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I have an echo 9010 but am very tempted to try out a stihl br600 or above. The 9010 is crazy In terms of power but for grass clippings it might be a little overkill
Agreed. It definitely turned out to be the most powerful one in our comparison tests with other brands of blowers.
I’ve used a BR800X on those after rainy days and it’s a requirement especially if you’re doing yards that leave a slight mess no matter what you do. But for regular use, a BR600 or PB 770 are probably the best overall in weight and power.
@@electric6877 Yes, very good units for those purposes. Not sure if you've seen our Big Bad Blower Battle video, but I have a feeling you will like it. Here's the link: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
Great video, when you about to weigh the 770 there was fuel in the tank
It does not during the weight test. We actually forgot to empty that one right until we were about to weigh it. But then we noticed it and emptied it. We cut it out of the video because it was irrelevant. Do check out the video again. You will find that the unit had fuel in it all the way until we put it on the scale. Good eye though sir.
@@mainstreetmower thanks for the Reply
I go for the Stihl.
Echo is the best !
Thank you for watching and sharing.
Butttt the thing is if you get it cleaned up faster with the echo it saves you time and fuel.
That's totally fair.
Gotta try the echo 9010 and stihl br800
We did! stayed tuned, that video is in editing, it will drop next Friday
@@mainstreetmower Subbed for that! I have the 9010 (and a BR600), but my dealer carries both, and the side start on the 800 might make it worth the switch!
remember the Stihl 800ce has more power than the 800x😁
i can't decide. should i just get the 755st its cheaper and same displacement as the 770,. its for roof cleaning and gutters mostly.
BR600 no doubt!
The fuel test ignored the already proven fact that the Echo was more powerful . Hence the runtime with the ECHO would be less ,saving you both time and fuel. So if you also factored in time savings I think the Echo may in fact inch out the STiHL
I have a redmax 7500 now but just ordered a 770t x series will it be about the same power?
We actually do have a video comparing those 2 and other best selling 'powerful' blowers. Check it out for yourself: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
Awesome analysis 😂
Thank you :)
That's a lot of analysing in your review but I have used both the Stihl and Echo (which is just a Shindaiwa EB770)
We use them everyday for commercial use. The PB770 is a japenese built machine that is designed to have thousands of hours put on it. If you just use both the machines for a period of a few months you can easily determine that one is way superior to the other. The Stihl looks nice when it's bright orange in the shop but after that there's no comparison
Great to hear real world testimonies. Thank you for sharing.
@@mainstreetmower No worries I use this PB770 every day for hours it has to be one of the most reliable and tough machines. Best of luck :)
You could weight the 32oz to make sure you are putting in the exact same amount. Really won't make a big difference, but would be more precise. Just my 2 cents. Thanks for sharing. Enjoying the channel
Also a great idea. Thank you so much
Thanks for this interesting video. I think the weight issue is not important unless we know why one is heavier than the other and if the weight difference is due to more robustness in key components (e.g. engine) then I don't mind an extra pound or two. When it comes to durability, I believe Echo warranty has 2 years for Commercial use and 5 years for Residential. I don't know what Stihl has but definitely worth checking out before you buy. Interesting battery push test...might apply to scooter and skateboard jet racers! Thanks again for making this...I need to get a blower and this has helped my decision.
Totally fair and interesting points mentioned here. Appreciate you taking our research further. Thank you for watching :)
I noticed that your test of blowing directly on the scale is pretty close to the manufacturer's Newton rating. 1 Newton = 0.2248 pounds. So, per your test the approximately 7 pounds would be approximately 31 Newtons.
That’s awesome! Thanks for that info!
MSRP’s would’ve of been nice to add in. Great video otherwise. Definitely leaning towards the Stihl.
Both blowers retail at $529
Excelente información 💪
Gracias Lucas.
Interesting. But the fuel consumption shouldn't be that large of a difference. Blowers aren't used at full throttle all the time.
The results you saw in this video are completely unfiltered. We agree that blowers are not used at full throttle all the time. However, that is the best 'standard' we can use for our testing to have a universal reference point for anyone who wants to understand the difference in consumption.
interesting editing 5:08 fuel in echo, forgot to get shot lol
If you look at 5:16 which is where we actually put the echo on the scale, there's no fuel in it. But yes, you caught us. Hahah. We forgot to take the fuel out of the echo while filming the introduction of the video, but did so before actually weighting the unit.
How much is the Br 600?
Currently $549
can do 570bts husqvarna vs br 600 stihl vs echo 770 thanks
We actually do have a similar video. You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
The STIHL is a 4 stroke 2cycle engine
Echo pb770 all the way, Stihl 4 stroke blowers are junk!
Really? You would love this comparison video in that case: th-cam.com/video/29MAsbTqaeo/w-d-xo.html
On fuel economy more power will get you done quicker thereby saving fuel.
Yes, that's a factor too
Yes but sthil has one tool and ease of repair,,,not sure about echo
That's fair. Thank you for sharing Jim.
Echo isn't in the same class as Stihl. I wouldn't swap my Stihl 600 for 3 Echo blowers.
haha that's awesome. Thank you for sharing.
If I had a Dollar for every br600 that got straight gassed I'd make Jeff Bezos look like a homeless man.
😂😂