Thought for discussion if anybody is interested

[jekjr]

I know of a few operators who have bought expensive lawnmowers but have been quite rough in the way they use them thinking that if it cost so much - it will be able to last nomatter what, after a few times in my shop they soon realise that if they slow down & take it easy then repair costs are lower.
Also there are the poerators who buy the cheapest trimmer for contracting & use it with care - the machine is hardly ever in the shop & they think it's the best machine ever built.

Now that makes perfect sense as well. I see a lot of people on different places that leave reviews on equipment telling how big of a piece of junk it is and the next person down will leave a review telling how good it is. Even the lower end equipment many times will do a good job if it is taken care of and not abused while the best most expensive equipment will die on you if misused.

 

[pugaltitude]

Its all down to brand advertising.

People think because its got a certain name then all of it must be good.
Each manufacturer have good and bad product to different users.
Usually you can find certain product at good prices that can do the job.

I sell a certain mower which is a good push and self propelled model but the variable speed model is a letdown.

 

[Ric]

Now that makes perfect sense as well. I see a lot of people on different places that leave reviews on equipment telling how big of a piece of junk it is and the next person down will leave a review telling how good it is. Even the lower end equipment many times will do a good job if it is taken care of and not abused while the best most expensive equipment will die on you if misused.

The problem with reviews is that most are based on the person expectations of the equipment. 90% of the people don't know if a piece of equipment is good or bad. Suppose you have a review done by some who just bought a Homelite Trimmer and his review reads there the greatest trimmer ever and he highly recommends this trimmer.

The first thing I'd like to ask the guy is have you ever run a Stihl or an Echo and chances are great that he hasn't so how can he say or give a review on a piece of equipment when he has never run anything to compare it to. Reviews especially public reviews are worthless.:thumbdown:

 

[midnite rider]

Anoher wise saying that has not been mentioned is time is money. If you are using unreliable equipment that breaks down alot you are not making money in idle time especially when you are paying employees sitting idle due to it. Also cost of repair has to be factored in. Some people will spend a dollar to save a dime if you know what I mean. You have to balance out all these factors.

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

Its all down to brand advertising.

People think because its got a certain name then all of it must be good.
Each manufacturer have good and bad product to different users.
Usually you can find certain product at good prices that can do the job.

I sell a certain mower which is a good push and self propelled model but the variable speed model is a letdown.

The problem with reviews is that most are based on the person expectations of the equipment. 90% of the people don't know if a piece of equipment is good or bad. Suppose you have a review done by some who just bought a Homelite Trimmer and his review reads there the greatest trimmer ever and he highly recommends this trimmer.

The first thing I'd like to ask the guy is have you ever run a Stihl or an Echo and chances are great that he hasn't so how can he say or give a review on a piece of equipment when he has never run anything to compare it to. Reviews especially public reviews are worthless.:thumbdown:

Anoher wise saying that has not been mentioned is time is money. If you are using unreliable equipment that breaks down alot you are not making money in idle time especially when you are paying employees sitting idle due to it. Also cost of repair has to be factored in. Some people will spend a dollar to save a dime if you know what I mean. You have to balance out all these factors.

Yes, I agree with all 3 of these posts.

 

[pugaltitude]

The problem with reviews is that most are based on the person expectations of the equipment. 90% of the people don't know if a piece of equipment is good or bad. Suppose you have a review done by some who just bought a Homelite Trimmer and his review reads there the greatest trimmer ever and he highly recommends this trimmer.

The first thing I'd like to ask the guy is have you ever run a Stihl or an Echo and chances are great that he hasn't so how can he say or give a review on a piece of equipment when he has never run anything to compare it to. Reviews especially public reviews are worthless.:thumbdown:

I think what you have to do with reviews is read 10-20 to make a comparison from different users.
Also listen to what a couple of dealers have to say. Ok some dealers only want to sell you whats in their showroom but some will sell whats good for the conditions.

 

[jekjr]

I think what you have to do with reviews is read 10-20 to make a comparison from different users.
Also listen to what a couple of dealers have to say. Ok some dealers only want to sell you whats in their showroom but some will sell whats good for the conditions.

Also many times you don't have as many people give a good review but you have many that have a bad experience that are frustrated and want to vent and that is a place to vent. Also many times the person venting will be a first time user that is clueless. Also it is like a review I read on a chainsaw. Think it was a Husky. I would be willing to bet that the chain was on it backwards and he was ranting about it not cutting.........

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

Also many times you don't have as many people give a good review but you have many that have a bad experience that are frustrated and want to vent and that is a place to vent. Also many times the person venting will be a first time user that is clueless. Also it is like a review I read on a chainsaw. Think it was a Husky. I would be willing to bet that the chain was on it backwards and he was ranting about it not cutting.........

Yeah that's a good point you make (about people venting). I have been happy with all the equipment I have purchased but don't put any positive reviews anywhere (other than here). But someone who is angry might put a review on a lot of sites.

 

[mullins87]

I agree with the original post to a point. I'm a very active shadetree mechanic that would love a set of Mac, Snap-on or Cornwell tools. However, I use various no-name cheaper brands that have served me well. But, if you have a critical piece of equipment that must operate day-in and day-out, then quality and reliability are of the utmost importance, regardless of price. Sometimes the cost of downtime will outweigh the cost of the equipment.

 

[066]

I would be willing to bet that the chain was on it backwards and he was ranting about it not cutting.........

yep seen that quite a few times.