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Battery Chainsaw Humiliates The Best Gas Chainsaw!

Todd's Picks

Best Performance

DeWalt

Average Finish: 2.2

Purchased for: $440

Made In: China

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40V, 20-inch bar chainsaw that claims twice the torque of a 50cc gas model. A torque monster with aggressive design.

Best Value

EGO

Average Finish: 3.5

Purchased for: $300

Made In: China

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Offers a tool-free chain tensioning system and high chain speed. Balances performance with ease-of-use for quick cuts.

Runner-up

Milwaukee (saw only)

Average Finish: 5

Purchased for: $295

Made In: China

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Boasts the quickest ramp-up time (0.2 seconds) and excellent torque. Delivers consistent performance even under heavy load.

NamePrice ($)Made InAverage FinishLinkContent
DeWalt
$440.00
China
2.2
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40V, 20-inch bar chainsaw that claims twice the torque of a 50cc gas model. A torque monster with aggressive design.
Husqvarna
$379.00
China
3
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Features a 40V lithium battery with boost mode. Delivers solid runtime and torque while offering a tool-less chain adjustment.
EGO
$300.00
China
3.5
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Offers a tool-free chain tensioning system and high chain speed. Balances performance with ease-of-use for quick cuts.
ECHO
$300.00
China
3.6
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Equipped with a brushless motor and onboard runtime storage. Designed for larger cuts with a comfortable, light‐duty setup.
Milwaukee (saw only)
$295.00
China
5
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Boasts the quickest ramp-up time (0.2 seconds) and excellent torque. Delivers consistent performance even under heavy load.
Greenworks
$245.00
China
5.6
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Features a lower sprocket speed with a focus on torque. Quiet operation with efficient chain speed control and good balance.
Atlas (saw only)
$150.00
China
6.8
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An 80V platform chainsaw that delivers extremely high chain speed. Powerful but prone to stalling under sustained heavy load.
Ryobi (saw only)
$179.00
China
7.2
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Utilizes a 40V battery with a balanced design and onboard runtime storage. Offers moderate chain speed with user-friendly features.
KTYU
$145.00
China
8.2
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The lightest chainsaw in the test with a 42V system and tool-free chain tensioning. Simple design that sacrifices chain speed and torque.

Comparing the total price of each chainsaw against their performance metrics.

Higher RPM indicates faster chain rotation and potential cutting speed.

Lower cut times represent superior cutting performance in the three-attempt test.

Lower decibel ratings indicate quieter operation which is preferable for user comfort.