The Best Chainsaws

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ChainSaw Reviews

Find The Best Chainsaw Now — We cut to the chase so you don’t have to…

Your search for the best chainsaw begins and ends here with our Chainsaw reviews. We have reviewed all varieties of chainsaws for your convenience — ranging from gas, electric, and cordless, so you can make an informed decision to choose the right chainsaw you need to slice through firewood and other timber with power and ease.



Husqvarna 450	Black & Decker LCS120	Makita UC3530A

18-Inch 50.2cc X-Torq 2-Cycle Gas Powered ChainSaw With Smart Start (CARB Compliant)	8-Inch bar, 20 Volt Lithium-Ion ChainSaw, Wrap-around handle, Lock-off switch, Replacement chain	Commercial Grade 14-Inch 15 amp Electric ChainSaw with Tool-Less Blade And Chain Adjustments

ChainSaw Reviews – Saws Under $200

Are you looking for an affordable and dependable saw that you can count on for casual or moderate use? Our chainsaw experts provide unbiased, knowledgeable reviews for the best Electric, Cordless, and Gas Chainsaws available for under $200 at ChainSaw Reviews.

We do the research for you and find the best chainsaw for your situation, so you don’t have to waste time second guessing about your saw being the right addition to your tool collection.



Poulan Pro PP4218AVX	Black & Decker LCS120	Poulan PLN3516F

18-Inch 42cc 2-Cycle Gas-Powered Anti-Vibration ChainSaw with Case	20-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless ChainSaw – 8 in. reduced kickback bar and low kickback chain	16-Inch 3.5 HP Electric ChainSaw – automatic chain oiler and tool-less chain tensioning system.

Compare Various Power Options With Chainsaw Reviews…

We have conducted extensive research and have reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of different types of chainsaws, depending on your needs.
Gas chainsaws offer more power and portability. The electric chainsaw is cleaner and quieter than gas powered saws.

The gas chainsaw also requires more maintenance and is noisier. For these reasons a person may own more than one type of saw. Our chainsaw reviews analyze
three power options (gas, electric and cordless) so you can select the best chainsaw that suits your needs and budget.
Here is our chainsaw reviews of each power option.

Gas ChainSaws

Gasoline powered chain saws are more powerful and durable. Gas chainsaws require more maintenance, they have a two-cycle motor that uses an a mixture of oil or fuel additive. The proper mix of gas and oil, ensures that the carburetor remains gunk free. Typically, these saws cut material faster and can be used in the rain or snow.
As you perform your own gas chainsaw reviews take caution using combustible chemicals like gasoline or fuel additives. The advantages of gas chainsaws include power, portability and size. The disadvantages include noisiness, weight and exhaust.

Electric ChainSaws

Our chainsaw reviews determined that an electric chainsaw tends to be the safest option. Especially for cutting material indoors because the electric chainsaw does not vibrate as much or emit fumes.

In our electric chainsaw reviews we determined that they are not to be used outdoors, particularly in wet weather. The maximum length for a cord is 150 feet but most cords are 100 feet as a safety precaution.

A heavy-duty weatherproof extension cord is recommended. Particularly when the length of the cord is greater than 100 feet. If the cord is 12 AMP or less, than the cord length can be extended to 150 feet. The optimal diameter for an electrical cord is between 10 and 12 gauge. A ground fault circuit interrupter, GFCI, is also a good idea for safety reasons.

Cordless ChainSaws

The lightest and quietest chain saws are the cordless models. Cordless chainsaws are good for pruning trees and small branches. The cordless saw is also good to own as an additional or supplemental saw.

The cordless saw may not be the best choice for primary, heavy or prolonged use. Our user cordless chainsaw reviews find it is an excellent choice for cutting firewood.

ChainSaw Reviews Weight and Balance

We learned in our chainsaw reviews the weight of a chainsaw are generally for the head only. The weight of the guide bar and chain add about one and a half to two pounds. A pint of gasoline will increase the weight by approximately one pound.

The guide bar is the metal frame that guides the chain. The bar is removable and comes in various lengths. The lengths of the guide bar you purchase should be based on the size of the wood to be cut. As an example, a guide bar measuring less than 14 inches is good for very light work. A chainsaw bar measuring 14 to 20 inches is good for most jobs.

When conducting your own chainsaw reviews you might find that a cordless chainsaw guide bar less than 14 inches is ideal. A chainsaw reviews rule of thumb is to use a guide bar longer than the wood being cut. You will not want a bar that is so long that the tip hits the ground or nearby branches.