Bernarda & Hedda; More Alike or Different?

As i read Hedda Gabler, i began to see more and more similar qualities between Bernarda and Hedda. Both of these women are controlling, mean, and demanding. Each one of them has their tool that represents their power; Bernarda and her cane, Hedda and her pistols. Hedda and Bernarda go against the stereotypes and are viewed as very masculine characters. Both can be considered the head of their respective households. However, there are characteristcs that set them apart. Hedda in my opinion is weaker than Bernarda. Hedda "punks" out and commits suicide because she does not want to be exposed. Bernarda on the other hand finds ways to keep her secrets down. After Adela kills herself, Bernarda does not commit suicide in fear of her daughters death getting out. So my question is are these two characters more alike or different??