Stihl ms361 vs ms362 vs Echo cs590

[Dacha]

For these prices which one would you choose ( converted prices in Us$) ?

Echo cs 590 $610
Stihl ms 361 $800 (made in Germany)
Stihl ms 362 $890 (China or Brasil forgot which one)

All brand new and available.

 

[ElevatorGuy]

None of the above, Better options exist. I’ve owned a 590, great value saw for what it is but too heavy and underpowered for its class.

However I thought you only cut small stuff? What size bar do you want to run on this?

 

[Dacha]

16" bar or 18" for reach

 

[StihlsawuserMS361]

I'd vote 361. Mine has been trouble free for about 20 years

 

[snobdds]

The 361 is the choice. A real true 2 stoke saw without the stratified EPA stuff...