Stihl's are reliable and easy startin'... never had a problem with mine... yes, they're a little more pricey, but seriesly werth the muhney... seriesly... I gotta blade attachment fer mine that can take down 4" diameter brush... bigger if'n I feel froggy...
messed around with cheap ones fer a looooooong time... I'll never go back...
Good tip. They ought to make a good one.
Mines a Craftsman... and it's not bad, but it's a little frustrating trying to figure out exactly what it wants sometimes... especially trying to start it hot.
Becky also tells me they make a light duty cordless rechargeable that might do just fine for you.