6 Sensational Multi Tool Systems for All Your Gardening Jobs

 

A multi tool consists of an engine and handle, which you can use to power and control a series of tools. All of these tools are designed as attachments, allowing you to add or remove them from the multi tool according to your ongoing requirements. So, if you need to trim a hedge, edge the lawn and sweep your garden path, you’ll be able to get ALL of these jobs done with just ONE multi tool and three compatible attachments.

Advantages of Owning a Multi Tool

Sometimes referred to as oscillating tools, multi tools offer you a number of benefits over regular garden tools.

Firstly, buying a multi tool with attachments is cheaper than building up a collection of conventional garden tools, made to a comparable standard. And if the multi tool is sold with a series of attachments included in the price, this allows you to build a decent tool collection from scratch both quickly and economically.

Secondly, as the attachments all share the same power source, this saves you both time and money on maintaining them. This applies both in terms of their day-to-day running and annual servicing requirements.

Another advantage of multi tools is that as the attachments all share the same engine and handle, they take up a lot less room in your shed. This provides you with additional garden storage space to utilise, however you see fit.

Finally, multi tools offer you greater flexibility when you’re working in the furthest reaches of your garden. After all, it’s far easier to keep a series of attachments close to hand than carrying around a collection of individual tools.

So, all things considered, whether you’re a green-fingered expert or novice gardener, buying a multi tool is a great idea.

Our Top 6 Multi Tools

Multi tools run on either petrol or batteries, with different power output levels available to cater for various users’ needs. They are sold in a variety of formats too, either with multiple attachments, one attachment, or as a power unit on its own. The benefit of this final option is that you’re not left with any tool attachments that don’t match your own requirements.

Let’s take a look at six of the best multi tools on the market right now. We’ll cover all the basic multi-tool formats to help you decide which multi-tool system is right for you…

(1) STIHL Kombi System

The STIHL Kombi System and STIHL Multi System are probably the two best known ranges of multi tools. The former offers a wider range of options, giving you a choice of eight STIHL multi engines: four of which are cordless, and four petrol powered. Each of these power units is designed to cater for a particular area of the domestic or commercial market. There are a huge selection of attachments available to use with them too, from blowers and brushes to scrub cutters and hedge trimmers.

One of the best STIHL Kombi Systems for professional gardeners and landscapers is the STIHL KM 131 KombiEngine. It is fitted with STIHL’s new and improved 4-MIX engine, which has faster acceleration and more power than regular 4-stroke engines, but produces less noise and lower emissions.

Other notable features include an easy and reliable starting system and multi-function control handle, along with STIHL anti-vibration technology to dampen the engine’s vibrations before they reach your hands.

We sell this multi tool on its own, so you can choose whatever STIHL multi attachments you require from the STIHL multi tool system. These include a STIHL Kombi System Edger, STIHL Kombi System Hedge Trimmer, STIHL Kombi System Pole Saw, and more.

Find out more about this STIHL Kombi System here.

(2) Echo Multi Tool System

Echo’s PAS-2620ES Multi Tool is also aimed at professional operators. Exceptionally user friendly, it includes Echo’s patented Easy Start feature, an ergonomically designed looped handle and grouped cluster controls.

The tool is powered by a heavy-duty, professional-grade Echo engine, which is expertly engineered in Japan. It has a maximum power output of 1 kW and displacement of 25.4 cm³. Supremely dependable, this 2-stroke engine delivers optimised performance every time, and whatever attachment is in use.

There are eight attachments compatible with this multi tool, all of which are available for you to buy separately. These include an extension pole, brushcutter, power pruner, brush, edger, blower, short-reach hedge trimmer and long-reach hedge trimmer.

Discover more about this Echo Kombi System now.

(3) Honda Versatool

You can choose from either a 25 or 35 cc Honda Versatool power unit, each of which can be fitted with seven different Honda multi tool attachments, as well as extension shafts. The attachments are available to buy separately. They include a short-reach hedge trimmer, long-reach hedge trimmer, strimmer, pruner, edger, blower and cultivator. The tools link to the power unit by a simple ’push and click’ system.

The 25 cc version is the lighter and cheaper model, and has proved slightly more popular with our customers. It is powered by an impressive 4-stroke GX25T micro-engine, which has a high level of performance that belies its compact size.

Thanks to a mechanical decompression system and exceptionally lightweight flywheel, this engine starts efficiently every time, while a sophisticated air intake system helps ensure it operates with minimal noise.

Learn more about the UMC425 Versatool Power Unit here.

(4) Husqvarna Multi Tools

The Husqvarna kombi system centres around their Combi Trimmers and Brushcutters. Both are sold as complete tools but come with quick connection systems, which allow you to easily remove the trimmer or brushcutter and replace them with other attachments. Some of the attachments currently available include a blower, edger, pole saw, weed scissors, brush, sweeper, tiller and scarifier.

Husqvarna has designed its combi machines to perform to the same high levels as the company’s conventional tools, so you can rest assured that you’re getting a powerful, effective and durable product.

One of their most popular multi tools is the 325iLK Cordless Combi Trimmer. This is powered by a 36 v lithium-ion battery, which has the same power output as a 25 cc petrol engine but produces significantly less noise and has zero emissions.

So, if you’re interested in a potential strimmer hedge cutter combi tool, you can find out more about the Husqvarna 325iLK Cordless Combi Trimmer here and its hedge cutting attachment here.

(5) EGO Multi Tool Kits

Should you be looking to build a garden tool collection from scratch, you might prefer to buy a multi tool with a wide range of attachments included in the price. In this case, we’d have no hesitation in recommending one of EGO’s fantastic multi-tool kits.

The EGO MHSC2002E Cordless Multi-Tool Kit is an excellent example. It comes with a power head, 5.0 Ah battery, rapid charger, and four different attachments. These include a line trimmer (with optional blade), brushcutter, lawn edger and pole saw, allowing you to manage a wide range of garden maintenance tasks without incurring any additional expense.

The power head benefits from a brushless motor, ergonomically designed handle, solid steel drive shaft, and tool-free quick coupling mechanism. What’s more, this multi tool is powered by EGO’s 56 v ARC Lithium™ battery, which has the capabilities to outperform petrol, but with far less noise and zero carbon emissions.

Buy the EGO MHSC2002E Cordless Multi-Tool Kit now.

(6) Multi Tool Tractor Units

If you need to manage a patch of land, STIGA’s Silex 95H 2 Wheel Tractor Unit could be the multi tool for you. That’s because it can be used with a brush, snow blade, grassland mower, scythe, rotavator, brush with collector, AND scythe mower attachment, making it the perfect garden machine for every season. (Please note that these attachments are sold separately.)

This two-wheeled tractor unit is powered by the Honda GCV160, which is a 160 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke petrol engine, perfectly designed for demanding residential use.

Designed with a robust steel chassis and weighing 55 kg, this garden machine features one forward and one reverse gear. It comes with a fully adjustable handlebar and large pneumatic tyres too, so is comfortable to operate on most types of terrain.

Learn more about the STIGA Silex 95H 2 Wheel Tractor Unit here.

Shop Multi Tools for Sale Now!

As you can see, there are multi-tool systems available to suit a variety of people, performing a huge range of garden-based jobs. This is why we stock a fantastic collection of multi tools for sale, including all of the STIHL Kombi Systems, multi hedge trimmers, and more.

And should you have any questions about the multi tools that we sell, feel free to contact our Garden Machinery Experts, who will be delighted to assist you in any way they can.