TOP 11 Best household chainsaws for home | Rating + Reviews + Expert advice

The Stihl MS 180 C-BE 16 chainsaw is a modified and more expensive version of the previous model. You can use it on the farm not only for harvesting firewood, but also for cutting down trees with a trunk diameter of about 30 cm. The tool is equipped with a mechanism that provides operational chain tension. It is enough to loosen the nut that fixes the chain sprocket cover and the adjusting wheel to perform the necessary operations.

It takes second place in the ranking of the best chainsaws thanks to the Ematic lubrication system, which includes a chain, a guide bar, an oil pump. Lubricant consumption is reduced by 50%. Starting the engine is facilitated by a coil spring placed between the crankshaft and the starter cable. This design is able to compensate for peak loads, and this leads to the fact that shocks on the cable are not felt.

The popular STIHL MS 180 14″ chainsaw is ideal for gardening and cutting firewood. The tool is useful when thinning trees and eliminating unwanted thickets. It stands out for its robust design and lightness, as well as ease of use, thanks to its ergonomic design. High balance makes cutting small trees and sawing logs easier.

The manufacturer produces several types that differ in the length of the cut. If only garden work is intended, then a saw with a cut of 35 cm is suitable, suitable for sawn timber with a diameter of no more than 30 cm. The power will be the same as a saw with a 40 cm bar.

The Kruger petrol saw is a functional, increased power (4.5 hp) toolwhich demonstrates excellent value for money. The Kruger chainsaw is equipped with a two-stroke gasoline engine that runs on a mixture of AI-92 fuel and oil. The motor has a soft start function, so you can start it quickly and without any problems.

Motor saw Kruger comes in a rich configuration. It provides a tool for maintenance, a filling container, a cover that protects the tire from mechanical damage.

The Kruger motor saw is used to perform a wide range of works. With its help, you can prepare firewood, process lumber for subsequent use in construction. It is a functional, reliable and safe device.

The Husqvarna 135 chainsaw with low fuel consumption belongs to the class of household tools designed for gardening and sawing firewood. Economy is ensured by the X-Torq motor, which contributes to a quick start at any temperature. Factory-installed "Super" drive sprocket with six teeth.

Excessive vibrations are suppressed by the LowVib function, which is important when working in intensive mode, since the user's hands do not get tired. Easy start with SmartStart allows you to start the saw with just one pull of the handle.

The chainsaw assembled in the USA was included in the rating of the best tools due to the high actual power, which is 20% higher than the models assembled in Chinese factories. Experts note reduced wear, which was achieved due to the air purification mechanism.

The Stihl MS 170 tool with a cutting length of 35 cm is used for pruning trees, sawing firewood. The compact fixture is made on the basis of professional STIHL technologies, which made it possible to achieve long and stable operation in all modes. The quality of the cut is improved by an anti-vibration system that reduces the burden on the user. The saw chain is lubricated by an automatic system, and the motor is equipped with a compensator that increases saw performance.

The chain is instantly stopped by the QuickStop braking system, which is automatically activated when the kickback increases. The developers managed to remove vibrations in the handle area. Equipping the carburetor motor with a regulating body, they eliminated the possibility of a decrease in power during operation. Extremely reduced fuel consumption and increased the cleaning time of the filters, which are serviced only if the power is significantly reduced during sawing firewood.

Experts recommend buying Partner P340S for domestic purposes. It cannot function continuously for a long time, so you need to take breaks. It should be used for pruning trees on the site or when making repairs, but not for preparing firewood. Reliable brakes contribute to a high level of safety, against the background of low noise and almost no vibration.

A budget tool that is improperly operated, in particular in intensive mode, will fail, the gasket located between the carburetor and the cylinder will burn out. Also in intensive mode, the piston system is activated. However, it can be prolonged by working in a gentle mode, regularly lubricating it. The disadvantage is that it is almost impossible to find parts for repair, even on order, and, in fact, the saw is disposable.

Small trees and firewood are cut with the Patriot The one PT 445 saw, which is equipped with a primer that allows you to pump up gasoline during a cold start of the engine, making it easier to start the engine. Comfortable grip is created by the upgraded starter handle. The lateral chain adjustment and tensioning system increases reliability and makes operation more comfortable.

The bar and chain are lubricated automatically, and the amount of oil supplied can be adjusted. Tank covers have an improved shape, distinguished by technological grooves. Convenient for unscrewing with a screwdriver. The diagnostic process is simplified, thanks to the fastening of the filter cover with easily removable clips.

The BS-45M Huter model was included in the rating of the best chainsaws, suitable for repair, logging and pruning garden trees. The cutting length is 40 cm, which is enough for cutting firewood in large volumes.

The equipment is equipped with a single-cylinder two-stroke engine and is filled with a fuel mixture consisting of 2T oil and AI 92 gasoline in a ratio of 25:1. The start is carried out by means of a manual starter, and uniformity in the advancement of the chain is achieved by an asterisk located on the tire. The load on the engine is significantly reduced, and lubrication is automated. The outer screw is adapted to adjust the degree of chain tension.

Chainsaw ZUBR PBTs-M450 40p closes the rating of the best models. Equipment with an anti-vibration system is suitable for the care of a personal plot. The compact dimensions did not prevent us from making a powerful saw with a pump that pumps up fuel to simplify cold starts at low temperatures.

The developers equipped the equipment with an electronic ignition system, which allows to achieve the following effect:

The Champion 241-16 is famous for its ease of maintenance, reliability of components, and high performance. It is used in garden plots for clearing old trees, for sawing firewood, building wooden structures. Engineers have provided a "summer-winter" mode, which ensures reliability at any temperature. The chain tensioner is located on the side, and lubrication is carried out automatically.

The engine with an easy start system and combined control of the carburetor heating mechanism operates economically.

The cutting unit, which includes a chain with a guide bar, a safety device that prevents injury, works smoothly. The lubrication process is associated with a strictly dosed movement of oil into the zone from the tank by means of a pump.

Cutting firewood will become much easier with CARVER PROMO PSG-52-18. Equipment equipped with the Quick Start system starts quickly at any temperature. The chain brake increases safety during operation.

Comfort is provided by an anti-vibration system, which includes a special coating used for the front handle and absorbs the impulses generated during work.