The Best Chainsaws of 2023

If you are looking for a smaller cordless chainsaw for limbing and general tree care, look no further than the 14" Husqvarna model 120i. With a compact design, great balance and weighing in at right around 10 lbs. (including battery), this saw is easy to use and won't break your back. The 4Ah battery should give you plenty of run time due to SavE technology that adjusts the demand on the motor as the load decreases, saving valuable running minutes. So, if you are tired of the maintenance, odor, and noise of a gas saw, check out the 120i.

If you need a powerful professional quality saw but at a Farm and Ranch saw price, check out the Echo CS590 Timber Wolf. At just under 60cc's and bar length of 20", this saw will get you through even the toughest jobs. The digital ignition and decompression valve make it easy to start and the G-Force air cleaning system extends the engine life for years of exceptional performance. Another great feature is the clutch driven oiler which only oils when the chain is moving meaning no more oil puddles while the saw is idle. And, unlike most chainsaws of this size, it uses full-size 3/8" chain making it one of the most aggressive cutting chainsaws in this price range. Also available in an 18" bar length.

A perfect saw and perfect choice for anyone looking to do some pruning or light cutting jobs. The Husqvarna 120 Mark II offers a good quality at a great price. Equipped with a 38cc X-Torque engine from Husqvarna, this saw is great on gas and produces lower emissions than most saws. The engine provides more than enough power to get through just about any pruning you may have. A combined choke/stop control puts everything in one spot which provides easier starting and stopping and will assist in reducing engine flooding. The 120 Mark II has a low-vib design which decreases vibration and will allow for less fatigue after cutting for a long period of time. A side-mounted chain tensioner also makes for easy adjustments usually needed when cutting for longer periods of time. While you should not be trying to fell a large tree with this saw, it is still a great option for a budget-conscious person looking for a good quality saw with a good quality name.

The Husqvarna 550XP Mark II is a true professional chainsaw developed for skilled landowners, arborists and loggers. At 4HP and 50.1 CCs, the magnesium crankcase X-Torq engine delivers plenty of power as well as lower fuel consumption and reduced emission levels. The most innovative feature of this saw is the Auto Tune system. It gives you optimal engine performance in all cutting situations. No carburetor adjustments are ever needed. Auto Tune compensates for different fuels, altitude, humidity, and temperature, and even adjusts as your air filter gets dirty. It is a great feature, especially if you are in higher altitudes with a variety of weather.

You are really getting what you pay for when it comes to the 525PT5S. This pole saw makes our recommended product list due to the fact that it can reach to an astounding 13 feet which will get to just about every limb on that overgrown tree or shrub. The unit will also adjust to any length in-between 109 & 156 inches, so you can find the right length for the job. The Pole Saw comes with an Auto Return Stop Switch which will automatically reset to "On" for easy starting. Add in Husqvarna's long track record for excellent saws and more features than we can list here, and you can see why this model is highly recommended.

For tree trimming and general tree care, I recommend the Echo CS355T top handle "bucket" saw. Whether you are standing on the ground, on a ladder, in the tree or cutting from a bucket truck, this saw will give you all the power and performance you will need to get the job done fast. Weighing only 8 pounds and with design features like a uniquely angled contoured handle and adjustable palm rest, you will do it with more comfort and feel less exhausted at the end of the day's work. Available in 14" and 16" bar lengths, this saw is perfect for any large or small limbing application.