We put several popular mini chainsaws through a variety of everyday tasks to find the best options on the market in 2026.

Editor's Note 9/30/2025: We have gone through this article to make sure our recommendations are still in stock. We have a more thorough update in the works that will publish soon, as well as new ...

The best electric chainsaws are designed for small to mid-sized tasks, like taking down small trees and cutting large branches or limbs. Since they generally aren’t as powerful as gas models, electric ...

The chainsaw plays numerous roles in the landscaping journey of a homeowner or professional arborist — it can even serve woodworking purposes, although it's one that beginners might want to avoid.