An Award-Winning Brand
STIHL Inc. is an award-winning U.S. manufacturer. We take great pride in our products and the awards they receive. As a valued member of our STIHL community, we’d like to invite you to share in some of our proudest moments.
Yard and Garden Awards 2024
Every spring, Popular Mechanics tests out the latest and greatest in chainsaws, trimmers, mowers, and blowers to give their readers a list of the best tools for their jobs. STIHL is proud to have six of our tools featured on this list.






BEST CORDLESS CHAINSAWS
Pro Tool Reviews named the MSA 300 C-O as their top battery-powered chainsaw pick for professionals. "The MSA 300 C-O has enough power to replace most farm and ranch gas saws. The fact that you also gain access to the vast STIHL dealer network makes this an even wiser choice."
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BEST BACKPACK LEAF BLOWER
The BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® was named the best backpack leaf blower by Pro Tool Reviews. "The best commercial backpack leaf blower around, and it has a large dealer network for service after the sale."
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BEST LEAF VACUUMS IN 2024
Pro Tool Reviews has selected the SH 86 C-E as their leading choice for leaf blowers, stating, "You’ve got the best all-around combination leaf shredder and blower on the market."
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10 Best Chainsaw Sharpeners
The STIHL 2-in-1 chainsaw sharpener received Best Home Gear's 2024 Editor's Pick, ranking number one on a list of ten. "STIHL tops our list of best chainsaw sharpeners for homeowners because of its ease of use and superior construction."
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Every Major Chainsaw Brand Ranked Worst To Best
With supporting data from a Consumer Reports survey, SlashGear recognized STIHL as the number one chainsaw brand. "STIHL beats some stiff competition to rank as our pick for the best major chainsaw brand currently operating."
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Testing 2024’s Best Cordless Grass Shears for Easy Landscaping
Bob Vila named the HSA 26 as the best overall grass shears on the market. "The STIHL brand continues to expand in customer loyalty thanks to its overall tool quality coupled with important design innovations, and the HSA 26 shears are a great example of both."
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The 8 Best Leaf Blowers Make Your Fall Chores a Breeze
Both the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® and the BGA 60 were featured on Popular Mechanics' list of the best leaf blowers of 2024, receiving "best overall" and "best handheld," respectively.
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STIHL Named 6 Best Leaf Blowers of 2024
The STIHL BG 56 C-E earned a spot on HGTV's list of Best Leaf Blowers of 2024, receiving the prestigious Editor's Pick Award.
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Built By STIHL. Approved By Martha.
Martha Stewart has endorsed the HSA 26 garden shears, calling them her "go-to tool" and awarding them her coveted Good Things seal of approval.
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OPE's Pick for Best Walk-Behind Mower
The STIHL RM 756 YC has been honored as one of the OPE+ Twenty for 2024 New Product Award winners. The OPE+ staff evaluated products based on innovation, marketability, and market application.
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Green Industry Pros' 2024 Editor's Choice Award
Green Industry Pros awarded the FSA 200 R the 2024 Editor's Choice Award. "These products help landscape professionals balance the daily demands of their business, save time, money, and labor, and work smarter, not harder."
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2024 Vision Awards
The STIHL RZA 760 received FacilitiesNet's 2024 Vision Award, which honors "innovation and excellence in products contributing to the efficient, profitable operations and management of institutional and commercial buildings in the United States."
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Pro Tool Innovation Awards
Two STIHL products received Pro Tool Reviews' 2024 Pro Tool Innovation Award: the RM 756 YC and FSA 200 R. "For over a decade, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards have been highlighting the most innovative top products from the construction, automotive, and landscaping industries."
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2025 Home Renovation Awards
Good Housekeeping recognized the KMA 80 R as one of their 2025 Home Renovation Award winners. "If you have a variety of yard work to tackle but are tight on storage space for all the necessary equipment, this combination power tool from STIHL is worth a look."
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THE BEST SPLITTING AXES FOR FIREWOOD
The STIHL Pro Splitting Axe was named the best splitting axe overall by Wirecutter, stating, "This axe combines excellent splitting ability with durability features that should make it a fixture in your woodshed for years to come."
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Gear of the Year 2025
Popular Mechanics awarded the STIHL RZA 760 the 2025 Gear of the Year Award. "STIHL’s new RZA 760 Zero Turn Rider (ZTR) is the most remarkable electric mower we’ve ever tested—a professional-level machine built for daily use."
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Bob Vila Tools of the Year
Both the FSA 80 R and the MSA 300 C-O have been honored with Bob Vila's 2024 Tools of the Year Award. Recipients of this prestigious award "make a difference in everyday passions, projects, and even problems."
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A Top 100 Most Loved Workplace
STIHL Inc. was named to Newsweek's list of Most Loved Workplaces for the second year in a row, ranking #78 out of 200. This list "pays tribute to companies that put trust, belonging, and respect for their employees at the center of their business model."
Previous Years
Best Overall Battery Trimmer Tested
The STIHL FSA 60 R was named "Best Overall" battery trimmer by BobVila.com for its efficient and clean cut and "amazing level of operating comfort".
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STIHL MS 250 Chainsaw Earns 2023 "Best Overall" Title
The STIHL MS 250 was named "Best Overall" by BobVila.com explaining that "despite being large enough for pros to use, our best STIHL chainsaw features user-friendly features that home landscapers and DIYers will appreciate."
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STIHL MSA 140 C-B Named 2023 "Best Overall" Electric Chainsaw
BobVila.com deemed the STIHL MSA 140 as the "Best Overall" electric chainsaw producing "high torque with very low vibration for efficient cutting and a comfortable user experience."
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STIHL Named No. 1 Chainsaw Brand in 2023 by BobVila.com
BobVila.com named STIHL as the #1 chainsaw brand, noting that "the best-selling chainsaw brand in the world, STIHL offers a full spectrum of high-quality saws for homeowners and professionals."
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STIHL BG 86 C-E Earns 2023 "Best Gas Leaf Blower" Title
OPE Reviews named the BG 86 C-E the "Best Gas Leaf Blower" highlighting that it is Made in America of U.S. and global materials.
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BGA 300 Backpack Blower Presented with 2023 Vision Award
The BGA 300 was recognized with the Vision Award by Facilities Net. The Vision Awards honor innovation and excellence in products contributing to the efficient, profitable operations, and management of institutional and commercial buildings in the United States.
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2023 Popular Mechanics Gold Medal Badge Goes to STIHL FS 91 R
Forbes named the STIHL FS 91 R as the "Best Gas Weed Whacker" noting that it is "a quality option with a comfortable grip and plenty of power."
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Forbes 2023 Names STIHL HSA 66 "Best Cordless Hedge Trimmer"
The STIHL HSA 66 was named "Best Cordless Hedge Trimmer" highlighting that "this reliable machine runs for up to 60 minutes at full power, allowing you to get some serious work done before ever needing to recharge your trimmer."
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STIHL FARM BOSS® Earns "Best Fuel-Efficient Chainsaw" Title From 2023 Forbes
Forbes deemed the STIHL FARM BOSS® "Best Fuel-Efficient Chainsaw" describing it as a "workhorse" and "beast."
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STIHL Inc. Named to 2023 Forbes America's Best Mid-Size Employers List
"STIHL Inc. Named to 2023 Forbes America's Best Mid-Size Employers List STIHL Inc. has once again been named to the 2023 Forbes list of America's Best Mid-size Employers, ranking at No. 30. This is the third year STIHL has been recognized on this distinguished list, moving up from No. 205 in 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider."
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BGA 60 Earns "Quietest Cordless Leaf Blower" Title by 2023 Good Housekeeping
Good Housekeeping deemed the BGA 60 the "Quietest Cordless Leaf Blower" highlighting that it "combines impressive oomph with an incredibly lightweight design and quiet operation."
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SHA 56 Deemed "Best Heavy-Duty Leaf Vacuum" by 2023 Good Housekeeping
Good Housekeeping named the SHA 56 "Best Heavy-Duty Leaf Vacuum" pointing out "its combination of exceptional power and quiet operation."
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STIHL GTA 26 and RE 110 Plus 2023 Home Reno Award Winners
Both the GTA 26 and RE 110 PLUS were recognized by Good Housekeeping as Home Renovation Award winners.
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STIHL AP 500 S Battery 2023 Editor's Choice Award Winner
The STIHL AP 500 S battery was named Green Industry Pros' 2023 Editor's Choice Award winner. These winners represent products that make landscape pros' lives a little easier. Products that solve the problems that keep them up at night. Products that streamline their operations. Products that allow them to work smarter, not harder.
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Landscape Business Names AP 500 S Battery Among Top 20 New Products for 2023
"Landscape Business announced that the STIHL AP 500 S battery was one of the recipients of "Twenty for 2023" New Product Awards. The Landscape Business Twenty for 2023 New Product Awards recognize products for the commercial landscape and irrigation markets.* Products were judged by the EPG Brand Acceleration staff based on innovation, marketability, and application within the market.
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STIHL HSA 26 Battery-Powered Garden Shears Named to Martha Stewart's 2023 "Good Things"
"Built By STIHL. Approved By Martha. Martha Stewart Good Things are exceptionally useful products that embody three core values: Function and innovation, quality at a value, and beauty. Martha deemed the HSA 26 Battery-Powered Garden Shears her go-to tool and awarded the product.
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STIHL BGA 57 Recognized as 2023 "Best Overall Blower"
New York Magazine's The Strategist named the BGA 57 the "Best Overall Leaf Blower" noting that the blower is "more than enough machine."
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STIHL BG 86 C-E Earns 2023 "Best Gas Leaf Blower" Title
OPE Reviews named the BG 86 C-E the "Best Gas Leaf Blower" highlighting that it is Made in America of U.S. and global materials.
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STIHL BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® Named 2023 "Best Backpack Leaf Blower"
OPE Reviews called out the BR 800 C-E MAGNUM® as the "Best Backpack Leaf Blower" noting that "it doesn't get much more convenient."
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STIHL HT 135 Earns 2023 "Best Overall Pole Saw" Title
Outdoor Life named the HT 135 as the "Best Overall Pole Saw" for getting an "incredible amount of work done."
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STIHL FS 91 R Named "Best Gas String Trimmer" by 2023 Forbes
The FS 91 R received Popular Mechanic's Gold Medal Badge as the "Best Gas String Trimmer," highlighting that "all you have to do is move along, relentlessly and explosively cutting just about anything that stands in your path."
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"Best Overall Pro-Duty" 2023 Title Goes to STIHL MSA 300 Battery Chainsaw
The MSA 300 received Popular Mechanic's Yard & Garden Award as the "Best Overall Pro-Duty." The article states, "we've tested battery chainsaws since the product category was invented, so it takes a lot to surprise us, but STIHL’s saw equipped with a 20-inch bar did that."
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STIHL BGA 300 Named 2023 Pro Tool Innovation Award Winner
The BGA 300 has been named a Pro Tool Innovation Award winner by Pro Tool Reviews. The Pro Tool Innovation Awards program recognizes those tools that provide excellent value, advanced features, and the newest innovations.
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"Best Battery Hedge Trimmer for Pros" in 2023 Goes to STIHL HSA 130
Pro Tool Reviews named the HSA 130 the "Best Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmer for Pros" noting that it "steps up to another level for commercial landscape crews."
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STIHL Named No. 1 Chainsaw Brand for 2023
STIHL is named as the #1 Chainsaw brand by The Spruce.
STIHL FSA 60 R Awarded "Best Overall" Battery Trimmer for 2023
The STIHL FSA 60 R was named "Best Overall" battery trimmer by BobVila.com for its efficient and clean cut and "amazing level of operating comfort."
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America's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
Bob Vila mowed, trimmed, scrubbed, and watered using over 130 products before choosing just 12 for their end-of-year list. Three of the 12 highlighted were STIHL products: MSA 140, FSA 60 R, and the HSA 26.
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HSA 25 Battery-Powered Garden Shears Named Among Top 20 New Products
Landscape Business (formerly Landscape and Irrigation) announced its selections for the “Twenty for 2018” new product awards. The Landscape Business Twenty for 2018 new product awards recognize products for the commercial landscape and irrigation markets.* Products were judged by the EPG Media and Specialty Information editorial staff based on innovation, marketability, and application within the market.
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STIHL RB 600 Pressure Washer Given Industry Honor
Landscape and Irrigation has named the STIHL RB 600 pressure washer a “Twenty for 2017 New Product Award Winner.” For more than 40 years, Landscape and Irrigation has been reaching decision makers throughout the landscape and irrigation markets–including contractors, landscape architects, professional grounds managers, irrigation and water management companies, tree care professionals, and more.
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STIHL BR 450 Named a 2016 Industry Best
Landscape and Irrigation has named the STIHL BR 450 backpack blower a “Twenty for 2016 New Product Award Winner.” Products were judged by the Green Media editorial staff based on innovation, marketability, and application within the market. Landscape and Irrigation is an industry-leading resource for landscaping and irrigation professionals–including contractors, landscape architects, professional grounds managers, irrigation and water management companies, tree care professionals, and more.
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STIHL TSA 230 Awarded “Contractors’ Top 50 New Products” for 2015
Equipment Today, the nationally recognized equipment magazine serving commercial construction contractors, selected the TSA 230 STIHL Cutquik® cut-off machine as one of the top new construction products of 2015. The Equipment Today “Contractors’ Top 50 New Products” list represents the construction industry's most favored and innovative new products as compiled from equipment owners and end user input.
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TSA 230 Named Landscape and Irrigation Twenty for 2015 Winner
Landscape and Irrigation selected the TSA 230 STIHL Cutquik® as one of its “Twenty for 2015” new product award winners. The award recognizes products for the commercial and irrigation markets. Products were judged by the Green Media editorial staff based on innovation, marketability, and application within the market.
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2014 Plastics News Processor of the Year Award
Plastics News named the STIHL Inc. Virginia Beach, VA facility the 2014 Plastics News Processor of the Year at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Lake Las Vegas, NV. A profile of STIHL's 400-employee plastics operation ran in the February 9, 2015 edition of Plastics News.
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2013 AME Manufacturing Excellence Award
The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) honored the STIHL Inc. Virginia Beach, VA facility with the 2013 Manufacturing Excellence Award at its “Excellence Inside” Conference in the fall of 2013. The award recognizes manufacturing plants that have demonstrated excellence in manufacturing and business. The AME assessment team noted the Virginia Beach facility’s implementation of advanced technology and use of outstanding management practices.
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