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What is the Best Chainsaw?
With years of expertise, we provide you with the best options for your money when shopping for best chainsaw. From left to right, these best chainsaw options are classified from premium to "good value" and should cover all features, uses and requirements a consumer looks for when buying best chainsaw.
Husqvarna
These are typically rated as among the best chainsaws. They have aggressive engines for rapid acceleration and highest possible productivity.
With 50 years of engineering, these Swedish chainsaws will offer years of performance.
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McCulloch
Another contender constantly rated among the best chainsaws on the market, these saws boast some of the more powerful engines, advanced technology, user-friendly ergonomic handles, robust materials, and a wide range of accessories.
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Poulan Pro
These chainsaws are some of the best when you compare their value to available premium features. We recommend these for homeowners who don't want to sacrifice too much in the way of quality and design, yet want a high performing saw.
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Poulan
For those looking for the best chainsaws at a fair price, look no further than a Poulan. Readily available at most national retailers, we like what this chainsaw brings for the price.
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Those who are looking for the very best chainsaws money can buy.
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Those looking for one of the best premium saws at a comfortable price.
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Who it's for:
Those will will use their chainsaws more often, but can't afford premium prices.
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Who it's for:
Shoppers who want one of the best chainsaws for the price.
Only occasional use.
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 Husqvarna |
Husqvarna 346 XP E-Tech TrioBrake™ The small XP® saw for professional logging, where users demand rapid acceleration, maximum power and maneuverability. Equipped with an E-TECH® engine with reduced emissions. Includes features like side-mounted chain tensioner, fuel pump and Smart Start® for easier starts and quick-release cylinder cover. Equipped with TrioBrake.
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gas |
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50.1 |
| horse power: |
3.7 |
| bar length: |
18" |
| weight: |
11.2 lbs |
| key features: |
easy starting, additional safety, vibration reduction, reduced emissions
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| target audience: |
professional/logger |
| ideal application: |
cutting firewood, limbing, sawing medium trees, tree care
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$529.95
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 Poulan |
Poulan PLN1514 This 1.5 Peak hp electric chain saw is perfect for medium size cutting jobs close to your house or power outlet. The PLN1514 is equipped with 14" bar, manual oiler and comes fully assembled.
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electric |
| horse power: |
1.5 |
| bar length: |
14" |
| weight: |
7.5 lbs |
| key features: |
reduced emissions
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| target audience: |
homeowner |
| ideal application: |
limbing, pruning, sawing small trees
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$47.97
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 Husqvarna |
Husqvarna 576 XP® W New edition for professional use. Ideal felling and general logging saw. The 575XPW is engineered with X-TORQ delivering high torque even at low rpms. X-TORQ Technology also provides even more fuel efficiency than other saws in its class. The 575XPW will increase productivity and reduce fuel costs, while providing more power when you need it. A full wrap handle bar is handy in situations when you need to turn the saw over or cut from awkward angles.
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gas |
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73.5 |
| horse power: |
5.7 |
| bar length: |
28" |
| weight: |
14.55 lbs |
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easy starting, vibration reduction, reduced emissions
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professional/logger |
| ideal application: |
logging, sawing thick trees
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$879.95
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How to determine the right chainsaw for you...
When selecting from an assortment of the best chainsaw, first, determine what is more important to you among price, quality, features and value. Discriminating homeowners (those who value premium features and quality engineering) should pay more attention to the saws on the left side of the page. Those on a budget, who are also looking cost-conscious but don't want a "cheap" should lean more to the right side of the page. Which of these best chainsaw is right for you?
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