Best Chainsaws — Premium (2026)

Pros

• Tool-free SDS system for fast chain tensioning and maintenance
• Compact 3kg weight makes it easy to control one-handed for pruning
• Part of the Bosch 18V Power for ALL system, so the battery works across other Bosch tools

Cons

• 200mm bar is only suitable for smaller branches, not felling trees

Pros

• Genuine Oregon bar and chain for reliable, clean cuts
• Automatic chain lubrication reduces maintenance between jobs
• Part of the wide Einhell Power X-Change battery family

Cons

• 25cm bar limits it to light pruning and small logs

Pros

• 40cm bar handles bigger logs than most corded rivals
• Oregon ControlCut chain and automatic oiler need minimal maintenance
• Well balanced with low vibration for extended use

Cons

• Heavier than smaller 14-16in chainsaws at 5.9kg

Pros

• 36V power (2x 18V PXC batteries) for petrol-like cutting performance
• Genuine Oregon bar and chain with tool-free tensioning
• Part of the huge Einhell Power X-Change battery family

Cons

• Sold as body only — batteries and charger cost extra

Pros

• 30cm Oregon bar copes with pruning and small-to-medium logs
• Kickback protection and tool-free tensioning for safer, easier use
• Runs on the wide Einhell 18V Power X-Change platform

Cons

• Battery and charger not included with this solo listing

Pros

• Ultra-compact one-handed design ideal for pruning and light branch work
• Tool-free chain tensioning and lubrication top-up
• Very high 4.7-star rating from over 800 reviewers

Cons

• Sold without battery or charger — needs the Bosch 18V system

Pros

• Compatible with the wider WORX PowerShare 20V battery range
• Automatic oiling keeps the chain lubricated during cuts
• Lightweight build makes it easy to control for smaller jobs

Cons

• Body-only listing — battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• Comes complete with 2.0Ah battery and charger, ready to use out of the box
• Well balanced 3.1kg build for one-handed pruning
• Backed by a well-known power tool brand with wide UK parts availability

Cons

• 25cm bar suits pruning and small logs rather than felling

Pros

• Brushless motor and twin 18V LXT batteries give petrol-like cutting power
• 35cm bar copes with felling and larger logs, not just pruning
• One of the highest-rated cordless chainsaws on Amazon UK

Cons

• Sold as body only — two 18V batteries and a charger cost extra

Pros

• Brushless motor gives efficient, low-maintenance cutting power
• Auto-oiler and kickback protection built in for safer everyday use
• Compact 3.5kg weight is easy to control one-handed

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately from the 40V range

Pros

• Brushless motor gives efficient, low-maintenance cutting power
• 30cm bar copes with pruning and medium branch work
• Runs on the huge Ryobi ONE+ 18V battery system shared with other tools

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• 1800W mains-powered motor for consistent, no-recharge cutting power
• 35cm bar handles medium logs and larger branches
• Tool-free tensioning and double activated chain brake for safer use

Cons

• Still a fairly new listing with a small review count so far

Pros

• 62cc 2-stroke engine and 20-inch bar handle felling and firewood processing
• No battery or mains cable to limit reach around the garden or woodland
• 3-year Hyundai warranty with UK parts and service backup

Cons

• Petrol engine needs fuel mixing and more upkeep than electric options

Pros

• Extended pole reaches high branches without a ladder
• Mini chainsaw cutting head fitted to the pole for clean pruning cuts
• Runs on the huge Ryobi ONE+ 18V battery system shared with other tools

Cons

• Body only — battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• Auto-Tension system keeps the chain correctly tensioned without tools
• Compatible with the wider Worx Power Share 20V battery range
• Compact 10in bar suits pruning and smaller branch work

Cons

• Sold as a bare tool, so a compatible 20V battery and charger must be bought separately