"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you need to prune a few limbs or bring a tree down, you need a chainsaw when you’re taming trees.

All of these roles have led me to pick up chainsaws–both mini and full-size–to prune, clear brush, and segment fallen trees for firewood. I’ve come to respect their cutting ability as well as their ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For raw tree-cutting power, you can’t beat a gas chainsaw. Battery-powered chainsaws have come a long way ...

Safety isn’t a throwaway word when it comes to felling trees and running chainsaws. You must take it seriously. There, of course, is some essential safety gear you should always wear for any chainsaw ...

Editor's Note 9/30/2025: We evaluated this article to make sure our selections are still in stock. We are also evaluating some new saws, including a full-size DeWalt model, and will add detailed ...

Chainsaw operators undertake approved chainsaw training prior to purchasing or using a chainsaw. Persons selling chainsaws must be accredited chainsaw operators. Chainsaw operators must undergo ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As one of the most reputable brand names in the power tool market, Makita has a proven track record of providing customers with a vast ...