Best Electric Chainsaws in 2027

The EGO POWER+ CS1611 leads our ranking for this keyword. It uses a 16 in bar, which suits limbs, storm debris and small firewood jobs around a yard. The maker does not publish a power output in watts, so judge it by the listing, which calls it a 40CC gas equivalent.

Weight is a strength. At 9 lb, it is lighter than every other ranked 16 in model that lists a weight. Less weight means less arm fatigue when you cut overhead or work for a long stretch. The listing also names IPX4 weather-resistant construction, which helps if you work in damp yard conditions.

Upkeep is simple. It has an automatic chain oiler and a chain brake, plus tool-free chain tensioning. The 140 Wh battery comes with the saw, and the listing claims up to 130 cuts on a 4 × 4 with the included 56V 2.5Ah battery. The 5-year warranty ties for the longest on our page.

The Seesii M16 Ace ranks second on our list. Its 2000 W motor is the main draw. Power output tells you how hard the saw can push through wet or dense wood without bogging down. The listing compares it to a 42cc gas saw, which is a maker claim, not a measured result. Cutting speed is listed at 34.8 ft/s, which affects how fast the chain moves through the cut.

Runtime is the other strength. The kit lists two 40V 4.0Ah batteries, and the listing says up to 90 minutes of continuous runtime. The battery energy is 160 Wh. That suits longer limb cleanup sessions, and a second battery lets you swap instead of waiting. Note that the listing says these batteries fit 40V tools only.

At 10.3 lb, it is heavier than the EGO. The chain brake and 150 ml automatic oiler cover safety and upkeep, and tool-free tensioning speeds adjustments. The listing gives no warranty length, so check that before you buy.

The Seesii M8 Boost ranks third, but it is a different kind of tool. It is an 8 in mini saw, so it fits pruning and small branches, not felling or firewood. Its max cutting diameter is 7.5 in, the lowest of the models that list it. Treat it as a pruner first.

Weight is where it shines. At 3.2 lb, it is the lightest of all 13 products on our page. That makes one-handed pruning and overhead work far less tiring. The motor is listed at 1000 W, and the listing says it cuts a 15 cm log in 8 seconds at a chain speed of 10 m/s.

Upkeep features include an automatic chain oiler with a see-through reservoir and tool-free tensioning. The data does not list a chain brake, so check the product page for safety features. The kit lists two 4000 mAh batteries and a 2-year warranty. The listing also includes gloves and goggles. The maker does not publish battery energy in Wh.

The Greenworks CS80L2513 ranks fourth and has the highest battery energy among the models that list it, at 200 Wh. For a cordless saw, that is the number that decides how long you can cut before a recharge. It suits storm cleanup and big yard projects where you do not want to stop.

Power is strong too. The 2000 W output matches the Seesii M16 Ace, and the listing says it equals a 50CC gas engine. Chain speed is listed at 25 m/s. At 9.2 lb, it is a little heavier than the EGO at 9 lb, but lighter than the three other ranked 16 in saws that list weight.

Safety and upkeep are covered. It has a mechanical chain brake, an automatic oiler and side-access tensioning for bar and chain maintenance. Easy chain adjustment matters because a loose chain cuts poorly and wears faster. The data lists no warranty length, and the maker does not publish a max cutting diameter, so confirm those details before you buy.

The Greenworks 20312 ranks fifth. Its listed max cutting diameter is 28 in, the highest of the six models that list one. Cutting diameter shows how thick a log the saw can handle in one pass. That figure comes from the listing for a 16 in bar, so treat it as a maker claim and do not plan on cuts that wide.

Power is 1500 W from a brushless motor, lower than the 2000 W on the Seesii M16 Ace and Greenworks 80V. The 1500 W output still suits trimming and storm cleanup. The battery is 160 Wh. At 10.36 lb, it is the heaviest of the five reviewed saws, so expect more arm fatigue on long overhead work.

Ownership features are good. It has a chain brake, an automatic oiler with a transparent window, tool-free tensioning and a 3-year warranty covering the tool and battery. The listing also notes a 2-step start with no priming or pull cord, which suits a low-maintenance buyer. Fewer chores means more time cutting.