Summary:
I think I may purchase an fs110, but fs130 is supposed to be a nice one, too. -billy www.goodpersontest.com

Strengths:
it's stihl

Weaknesses:
i heard it may be too powerful

Summary:
The new 4 stroke on this unit has plenty of torque and a nice sound. Great unit that I highly reccomend.

Strengths:
Well balanced and starts great I am very impressed. I'm using mine to cut brush up to 2" in diameter and it works great! I've heard others say it uses a lot of fuel. I think it's fine. Plenty of power, exceeded my expectations.

Weaknesses:
Harness takes a little time to get adjusted roperly, but not a big deal. I'm probably going to order a second harness so that my wife and I can both use it without the hassle of re-adjusting.

Summary:
Its a Stihl!

Strengths:
Well balanced and starts great I am very impressed. I'm using mine to cut brush up to 3/4" in diameter and it works great! I've heard others say it uses a lot of fuel. I think it's fine. Plenty of power, exceeded my expectations.

Weaknesses:
NONE yet!

Summary:
I highly recommend the optional Tri Pro Trimmer Head $55.00, the three quick load strings are 1.55, yes 1.55 thick, and this FS-130 cuts these weeds down with no bogging, very powerful motor, can you tell i'm impressed?

Strengths:
Love the Stihl FS-130 with the bicycle handle grip. I can go 40 minutes on full throttle with the 18oz. tank. I have tall weeds about 2 1/2 ft, and i put the optional three string 1.55 cutter on, and i am very impressed, it cuts the weeds down like butter, no bogging down, i also love the harness, it is very comfortable to use as i have a bad back. The price i paid was $429.95 reasonable for what you get. I live up here in the mountains above Lake Oroville Ca. and i have lot's of projects, so i need the best.

Weaknesses:
None, can't beat a Stihl product, you pay a little more, but it will last a long time.