Best Chainsaws November 2026
Compare the top-ranked cordless chainsaws to find the right match for your yard work and tree maintenance. Review key features, bar lengths, and battery setups to pick the best tool for your garden projects.
Last updated: 1 November 2026
The list is unchanged since the last update.
Chainsaws: Top 5
1
Ryobi OCS1830
from £153.163 stores
from £153.16
3 stores
2
Makita DUC353Z (w/o Battery)
from £231.005 stores
from £231.00
5 stores
3
Dewalt 18V XR DCMCS565N-XJ XR
from £184.987 stores
from £184.98
7 stores
4
Bosch UniversalChain 18 (w/o Battery)
from £98.749 stores
from £98.74
9 stores
5
Bosch UniversalChain 18
from £119.999 stores
from £119.99
9 stores
The Ryobi OCS1830 is a compact 18V chainsaw designed for pruning branches and cutting small firewood around the garden. It features a brushless motor, a 30 cm guide bar, and an automatic chain brake for safety.
Pros
Lightweight design at 2.7 kg
Brushless motor with chain brake
Fast 10 m/s chain speed
Cons
Battery and charger sold separately
High battery demand for long runs
The Makita DUC353Z runs on a 36V system powered by two 18V batteries to deliver fast, capable cutting. Its 35 cm bar and 20 m/s chain speed handle thicker logs and demanding yard cleanups with ease.
Pros
High chain speed of 20 m/s
Long 35 cm guide bar
36V power using two 18V batteries
Tool-less chain tensioning
Cons
Heavier weight at 4.7 kg
Batteries not included
The Dewalt 18V XR DCMCS565N-XJ provides cordless cutting for general landscaping and property maintenance. It relies on a brushless motor and a balanced 3.5 kg frame for comfortable handling.
Pros
Brushless motor for steady output
Manageable weight of 3.5 kg
Compatible with 18V XR batteries
Cons
Bare tool with no battery included
Few published detailed specifications
The Bosch UniversalChain 18 bare tool is a lightweight chainsaw designed for effortless pruning and thin log cutting. Its quiet 84 dB noise level and low vibration make it easy to control in residential gardens.
Pros
Lightweight 3 kg body
Low vibration rating of 3.7 m/s²
Low noise level at 84 dB
Automatic chain oiling
Cons
Short 20 cm guide bar
Slower 4.5 m/s chain speed
Battery not included
The Bosch UniversalChain 18 kit includes a 2.5 Ah battery for immediate trimming work out of the box. It offers a 20 cm bar, automatic chain lubrication, and quiet 84 dB operation for routine yard care.
Pros
Includes 2.5 Ah battery
Lightweight 3 kg design
Low noise at 84 dB
Automatic chain lubrication
Cons
Modest 4.5 m/s chain speed
Small 0.08 litre oil reservoir
Limited 20 cm bar length
Compare specifications
| Chain speed | 10 m/s | 20 m/s | — | 4.5 m/s | 4.5 m/s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product weight | 2.7 kg | 4.7 kg | 3.5 kg | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Bar length | 30 - 30 | 35 - 35 | — | 20 - 20 | 20 - 20 |
| Power source | Battery | Battery | Battery | Battery | Battery |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
