I've got a Troybuilt that I'm very happy with. Around $150 or so, electric start (using a power drill), and I've got a leaf blower attachment and a tiller attachment. I use it pretty hard, and got no complaints. I use Startron fuel additive to combat the damn ethanol gas.
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