Cordless Brushless Chainsaw

The saw has 3 performance settings so you have options when you want to prioritize runtime over power. It has an LED screen that displays power status, mode, chain brake position, and has a low oil alert. For those of you managing inventory, it’s also connected 2 A compatible. Pro-grade handheld chainsaw battery powered tools are also faster, thanks to their high-efficiency motors and battery cells, and circuitry that can better manage heat-generated current. "Speed is particularly important to professionals because output and efficiency directly affect their bottom line," Berendsohn says.
If you use a new chain, it will stretch quickly, and you can expect that it needs tensioning several times. Many models use the same batteries also for other garden tools. We also incorporate ratings for predicted reliability and owner satisfaction, which reflect what thousands of CR members tell us about their experiences with their chainsaws. Specifically, we ask whether their chainsaws ever broke or stopped working properly in the first five years of ownership. We also calculate the percentage of members who say they’re extremely likely to recommend their chainsaw to a friend or family member. For ease of use, we look at a number of factors, including how simple it is to start, adjust, and maintain.

How much wood would the Sun Joe cut if the Sun Joe had kept cutting? That’s the question we’re pondering after seeing what this saw could (and couldn’t) do. The Sun Joe 16 inch cordless chainsaw is a powerful tool, well balanced, with important safety features. However, its one flaw is that it kept stopping part-way through a cut.
Not only did this model do fantastically well in our time trials, but our team of professional tree service employees found it to have an overall comfortable feel while cutting. When searching for a battery chainsaw, the most important factor to consider is its primary application. There is a wide price range for these devices, and a higher price does not imply that a saw will function effectively for your intended usage. Consider battery sizes as well; some chainsaws may appear to be pricey but compensate with a larger battery. The longer your cutting session, the more wood you expect to cut. And the more frequent the sessions, the more electric chainsaw you need to buy.
In the field, we cut hardwood trees downed from a recent storm. We tested each battery-powered chainsaw for balance , power, trigger  response, switches, chain removal, and particularities and unique features that made certain tools stand out. Our goal is to help you decide which battery chainsaw is right for you, so we started with the most obvious way to test — we cut a whole lot of wood.

The MSA 140 C-B was arguably the best small chainsaw we tested, working smoothly and efficiently for well over an hour per charge, after accounting for stoppage between cuts. It vibrated less and felt better balanced than any of the other saws in our test, with the possible exception of the Husqvarna Power Axe. The short blade and light motor made it much easier to make chest-high cuts compared to the heavy-duty saws. This could be an excellent limbing saw for serious woodcutters or a primary yard maintenance chainsaw for any homeowner. In normal mode, the Husqvarna is already ahead of the field with a run time of 40 minutes, but once switched to "savE" mode, it lasts even longer with a measured time of 54 minutes. With a charge time measured at 2 hours, the 120i wasn't the quickest in this aspect, but it also isn't anywhere near the slowest.
With the portable design of this electric chainsaw, you can easily take it with you wherever you go. Will we ever see a battery-powered ground saw designed for the professional? Maybe, but in the meantime, there are plenty of practical options on the market.

Similar to the top-tier models, the Ego Power+ CS1613 and the Ego Power+ 1400 have a simple control system that we like composed of nothing more than a thumb safety and a throttle. We appreciate that Ego stepped their oil cap up to a flip-out lever on the CS1613, an improvement from previous models' standard caps. The Power Axe has a chain tensioning system that is a no-brainer to use. To power the saw on, you press a conveniently-located power button and then press the palm safety and pull the trigger.
Also, a brushless motor reduces maintenance needs, an automatic oiler keeps the chain turning smoothly, and tool-free adjustment knobs make it easy to tighten the chain and bar. Plus, the DEWALT 20-Volt Max XR is designed to reduce the risk of dangerous kickback. This just might be your favorite tool for working around the yard when it’s time to prune, clean up after a storm, or even do some light demolition for a DIY carpentry project.

If I had the chance to do it over, I’d certainly buy this saw again. There’s no need to have to run the saw dry before storing it. With a gas saw, you have to be careful to not to put it up with fuel left in the lines lest you clog up the carb and render the saw inoperable. We hope this breakdown of factors helps you make the decision that is best for you and your needs. Don’t forget to check out our video for a more detailed look at our findings and leave a comment letting us know which chainsaw you picked!
Some may be irrelevant depending on a user’s needs, but others may provide a compelling reason to select one tool over another. Tooled Side Chain Tensioning for the professional level chain tension. When you click on links to buy products we may earn money to support our work. Learn how we create the most in-depth and scientific tech reviews on our About page. The difference between battery charge time for each model showed tremendous variance.
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I now only use them for bring back used chains I buy to give them a good starting angle then switching to the round file for topping off the angle on them. As far as sharpening them I mostly use a 1/8 or 3/16 round file with a wood handle to sharpen them. I got it because — in addition to the good recommendations — the battery is interchangeable with their small tiller, which is perfect for my raised beds. They also have a string trimmer, hedge trimmer, trimmer/edger, leaf blower, pole saw, and self-propelled lawn mower if I ever want to add those to my collection.