Whether you need it for tree cutting and limbing, brush clearing, firewood preparation, or other applications, an electric chainsaw is a useful and relatively inexpensive tool to have in your ...

For years, battery-powered chainsaws couldn’t hold their own against gas models. But that has changed. Our testing proves that some battery-powered models can make more than 100 cuts through a 10-inch ...

If you live in a rural or heavily wooded area, a chainsaw can be a must-have item. That’s especially true in areas frequently affecte d by severe storms. These tools are mechanically ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Even if you don't work as a lumberjack, there are plenty of reasons you might want to keep a chainsaw in your toolshed. Chainsaws can make ...

Which corded chainsaw is best? Purchasing a chainsaw may seem like a task best left to lumberjacks. However, despite most people’s conception of chainsaws as loud, dangerous tools that fell forests ...

Some chainsaws are packed with high-spec features, but don't start easily and struggle to slice through hard wood. Others are basic, but start immediately and cut through even the thickest logs easily ...

We rate nearly 40 battery-powered and corded chainsaws for cutting speed, handling, and safety. These seven come out on top. We test all chainsaw models—gas and electric—on a 10-by-10-inch oak beam at ...

Editor's Note 9/30/2025: We evaluated this article to make sure our selections are still in stock. We are also evaluating some new saws, including a full-size DeWalt model, and will add detailed ...