Top 5 Best-Selling Chainsaws for 2022

The season of tree pruning and garden cleanup is approaching, and it’s time to reconsider whether your tools are up to the task. There are so many different chainsaw models and brands on the market that it can be difficult to choose the best tool for your needs.

This article will go over the various types of chainsaws available on the market, as well as their power supply, size, and application.

Types of Chainsaws Depending on Their Power Supply

There are four types of chainsaws depending on their power supply: petrol-powered, electrical (corded), battery-powered (cordless), and manual-powered.

Petrol-Powered Chainsaws

Petrol chainsaws are one of the most popular choices for heavy pruning as they are designed for more substantial jobs. Yet, they can be very loud and require higher maintenance.

However, the current smart start petrol models are easy to start and offer plenty of power. They will run as long as you keep the fuel tank full and are typically less expensive than comparable battery counterparts.

These types of chainsaws cut through large logs faster than their corded and cordless equivalents without the hassle of a trailing power cable or the worry of the battery running out.

What Size Petrol Chainsaw to Choose?

The size of a petrol chainsaw’s engine is measured in cubic centimetres (cc) or cubic inches. The higher the number, the more powerful the engine.

Light Duty (30cc – 35cc engine)

Ideal for light pruning, trimming, delimbing branches and felling small to medium-sized trees.

Medium Duty (36cc – 41cc engine)

The best choice for removing medium-sized trees and cleaning up storm damage. Useful for light branch pruning, trimming, and delimbing.

Heavy Duty (42cc – 50cc engine)

An excellent choice for felling medium-sized trees, felling large trees, and performing general pruning, trimming, and delimbing on small to medium-sized trees.

Professional (50cc+ engine)

The best option for cutting firewood medium-sized and larger trees, particularly dense woods. Ideal for use in a professional setting.

Corded Chainsaws

Corded chainsaws, also known as electric chainsaws, are powered by a plug-in power cord. As a result, they are frequently regarded as immobile because they must be plugged in when in use. This use can be easily resolved with the use of a portable generator. Read more about portable generators in our Generators Blog.

Because they do not use fuel, they do not have engines and thus require less maintenance.

Electric chainsaws have less power than petrol-powered chainsaws. However, when compared to battery-powered chainsaws, these are more powerful and can cut and saw small trees, limbs, and thick branches.

Cordless Chainsaws

Cordless chainsaws are generally quite light and compact and ideal for working between the branches.

The average run time of a cordless chainsaw is between 15 and 40 minutes. Although this may not sound like much, it should be sufficient for light, domestic use. Some manufacturers sell larger-capacity batteries to provide a longer operating time.

Manual Chainsaws

These types of chainsaws are not sold by chainsaw suppliers and are normally homemade with a saw chain and other materials that are easily found. With this chainsaw, you must use your own power to cut wood.

Manual chainsaws do not have the same amount of power as other chainsaws, but they are much more portable and faster.

Top 5 Best-Selling Chainsaws for 2022

Hyundai HYC6200X 62cc 2-Stroke 20″ Petrol Chainsaw

The HYC6200X petrol chainsaw from Hyundai is a heavy-duty, durable and lightweight chainsaw that deals with tough sawing requirements. It’s an extremely powerful 62cc 2-stroke engine with EURO 5 engine technology that lowers fuel consumption and emissions while maintaining a powerful cutting speed.

Hyundai Engine P1 P6220C 62cc 2-Stroke 20″ Petrol Chainsaw

The P1PE P6220C chainsaw has a 62cc air-cooled 2-stroke EURO 2 petrol Hyundai engine and an anti-kick-back safety break. It offers automatic chain lubrication, for long chain and bar life. It comes supplied 20″ bar and 2x chains for the most efficient log cutting and long life.

DeWalt DCM575N XR Flexvolt 54V 40cm Chainsaw (Body Only)

The DeWalt DCM575N 54V Flexvolt Chainsaw is part of the intelligent XR Li-Ion range designed for efficiency and faster applications; it also features FlexVolt technology which provides cordless power tools with the equivalent runtime and performance of corded tools. This Chainsaw has a high-efficiency and performance brushless motor which can deliver up to (60) 6×6″ cuts per charge. The DCM575 has an extensive over-mould for extra grip and user comfort, even over prolonged periods of operation. The chain can be quickly adjusted with the tool-free bar fitment, while the automatic oiling system ensures the chain is properly oiled for a better quality cut and reduced maintenance.

Milwaukee M18 FCHS-0 M18 Fuel Chainsaw with 40cm Bar (Body Only)

The M18FCHS-0 chainsaw delivers the power to outperform the most demanding chainsaw applications vs petrol chainsaws. It has a next-generation POWERSTATE brushless motor utilising higher grade magnets and 175% more copper than previous motors. It provides extremely high work per charge. The saw will cut 150 pieces of 100 mm x 100 mm pine on one full charge of a 12.0 Ah battery pack.

Makita DUC353Z Twin 18V LXT Brushless 350mm Chainsaw (Body Only)

The Makita DUC353Z Twin 18v Brushless motor chainsaw sets new standards for cordless chainsaws and matches the logging performance of similar size petrol-powered saws. 

The Makita 36V direct-drive brushless motor has a rated output of 1,100 watts, similar to a 32cc petrol machine, and comes fitted with an identical 35cm length bar and a chain speed of 20 metres per second.  The hard-working Makita DUC353Z will become the chainsaw of choice for many professional arborists and forestry workers.

If you have more questions about chainsaws, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team at 01358 726719 or admin@toolden.co.uk.