To see what kinds of chainsaws are out there, let's take a look at the four best models that demonstrate what these machines can do.
Here is an ideal saw for the suburban homeowner who has a healthy variety of trees and bushes that regularly need trimming. This small chainsaw has an automatic chain oiler to ensure a long life and keep the gears and blades spinning like they ought to. With an all-steel guide bar and a weight of just 16 pounds, you'll be able to use this without wearing yourself out. This product is also proudly made in the USA.
Another great option for those who are looking for a small saw to maintain their yard or cabin, this particular saw is designed with occasional chainsaw user in mind. Couple the LowVib system, which helps reduce vibrations, with an ergonomic design and a low weight under 15 pounds, and you have one of the most comfortable, easy-to-use machines on the market.
If you're looking for an all-around chainsaw capable of cutting up a full pine trunk or lopping off the branch that's too close to your window, this is a great choice. With unique technology that reduces vibration, and a lightweight, ergonomic design, you'll be able to comfortably use this machine for hours. Plus, a long guide bar provides extra control and safety, so you'll have that extra peace of mind when working your way through those tough cutting chores.
For those folks who take out the saw several times a year, those who regularly get requests from the in-laws to come handle some landscaping mess, this is the tool for you. Made in the USA, this professional-quality tool has many of the consumer-friendly features of the smaller saws we've discussed — low vibration and easy starting — but it also boasts a lot more power. With its long guide bar and Husqvarna's X-Torq technology, which reduces fuel consumption while increasing power, you'll use this chainsaw for decades.