Editor’s Note, April 2026: We recently tested two new saws for bigger trees, the Stihl MS 391 and the Husqvarna 460 Rancher. And they performed well enough that we now recommend them as the most ...
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How to Use a Chainsaw Safely on Trees and Branches

Learn how to use a chainsaw properly so you can make easier and safer work of using this handy power tool.
Chainsaws are great for cutting down trees, but you can't just take any chainsaw to any size tree and expect it to work flawlessly. As with almost any other tool-related task, you'll need the right ...
For raw tree-cutting power, you can’t beat a gas chainsaw. Battery-powered chainsaws have come a long way, making it easier to clear branches and handle light landscaping without much maintenance, but ...
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If there are trees on or near your property, odds are you'll need a chainsaw at some point. Trimming and felling trees, or cutting apart ...
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you think of a chainsaw, you might envision a massive cutting tool making short work of thick forest vegetation. While you can still find ...
Manitou has launched a new Woodcracker tree saw with grapple configuration for its rotating telehandler product line. Designed for tree and limb removal operations, the solution can be used in urban ...