Chain broke (22%) Keep your chain oiled and tighten it before use to keep it in good condition. If it does break you can usually buy a replacement. It comes with an adjustment lever so that you can adjust the chain and tension with ease. You will like its 30cm bar as well as a bar guide cover, making it safe for use at all times. There is a battery indicator that makes it possible for you to know when to go for a recharge. With a blade length of 30 centimetres, this machine can cut trees and logs of various sizes. It has a chain speed of 4.2 m/s, and that is why you can rely on its optimum performance. There is an electronic chain brake, which gives you maximum protection during use.

Value for Money: I compared each model’s design, performance, power, safety and ease of assembly and use against its price point. Chainsaws that offered a lot of features, excellent performance, and easy usage while remaining affordable were deemed the best value for money. Cordless chainsaw motors come in different sizes. It goes without saying that the larger the motor, the more powerful your chainsaw will be. The downside to a large motor is that this will detract from your battery’s runtime. Although the runtime was a little disappointing, the chainsaw makes this worth dealing with when you take into account how easy it is to use. Even with the battery in, it weighs just 3.5kg , making it so lightweight and comfortable to work with. Its metal gripper spikes help to hold the machine steady while you’re cutting, and its automatic oiling system works well. The fact that this machine is so small and lightweight (just 3kg , even with the battery in), makes it very easy to manoeuvre and cut in a controlled manner. I used it with a 4aH battery, which enabled me to cut on and off for about two hours. I was impressed with the battery life, but not so much with the machine’s chain speed – at 4.5m/s , it was much slower than some of the other chainsaws that I tested (I would recommend the Makita, at 20m/s, if you’re looking for something faster). Still on the fence about whether to go with a cordless chainsaw over a petrol or electric model? Here are just a few of the benefits that a cordless chainsaw can offer:You won’t mind its brushless motor technology, and that is why it is one of the most sought-after products in the market right now. Its battery has an indicator so that you will know when to go for a recharge. When the battery is fully charged, it can give a runtime of up to 45 minutes. This machine has a cutting length of 35.5 centimetres, meaning that you can use it to cut through branches without much hassle. A lot of people prefer cordless chainsaws because they are very easy to use, carry and maintain. Even though you need to protect yourself properly when using them, they are easier to use when compared to gas-powered chainsaws. According to the results from our survey, the most common fault users will experience depends on whether you own a corded, cordless or petrol chainsaw. In my opinion, this is very misleading. Yes, the chainsaw may offer a number of safety features (recoil protection and a chain brake are two vital ones), but it’s still a chainsaw, meaning that it still has the potential to cause some serious harm to the user should things happen to go wrong. I would definitely advise purchasing the necessary protective clothing and accessories if you plan on using any chainsaw, including this one. Although they may be smaller and lighter than their petrol alternatives, cordless chainsaws still have the potential to cause just as much damage should an accident occur. As a result, you need to take safety very seriously.

Motor failed (8%) Overuse can cause overheating inside the motor. Let it cool down and try again later.With its compactness, you don’t have to worry about too much space to store it. You can use this rechargeable chainsaw to cut material with a diameter of about 13.5 centimetres. It comes with various safety features so that you will be better protected during operations. There is recoil protection, which helps you to control every cut. Ryobi’s power tools are usually very capable and reliable (I recently reviewed the brand’s cordless strimmer and leaf blower and thought exactly that), so I was excited to be testing out their ONE+ Cordless Brushless 30cm Chainsaw. Storm Arwen had toppled several large trees around my farm, so not only did I have their big trunks to slice up into logs, but I also had a huge blanket of branches that needed to be cut up for firewood. Incidentally, Ryobi states that this battery powered chainsaw has been designed for cutting logs and firewood, so this was the perfect chance to put this machine through its paces. Now for the only downside to this chainsaw – its price. It was the most expensive battery powered chainsaw that I tested, and it was even more expensive than all of the petrol chainsaws that I also tested, and that’s not accounting for the batteries and the dual charger. That said, it’s still a machine that I would highly recommend buying, simply because of how durable it feels and how well it performs. The fact that its performance is equivalent to that of many petrol chainsaws, yet it’s so much easier to use, makes it, in my opinion, well worth the higher cost.

Considering this big oversight, I would have to say that this chainsaw is a little pricey. You could spend a similar amount of money and bag yourself a chainsaw that’s fitted with all of the right safety features while also having a larger motor and longer bar. However, it wouldn’t be easy to find another chainsaw that’s this lightweight – most are significantly heavier. If low weight is a high priority, then this battery powered chainsaw would be considered good value. Our product experience surveys, combined with our extensive lab tests, mean we can recommend the best chainsaw you should buy. Problems with oil feed/leak (10%) This is commonly down to overfilling the oil tank which could give the impression of a leak. However, there are other reasons - including a poorly ventilated oil tank, a missing stud from the oil tank or a ruptured oil line. It's worth taking it to a professional if you're unsure.

I was happy with how long the battery lasted – I was able to use it on and off for just over two hours (it would probably be closer to an hour if it was continously running) before the battery level dropped down to one bar. Speaking of which, the way in which this chainsaw has been designed means that you can clearly see the amount of life left in your battery while you’re using the chainsaw, which always makes things more convenient! Also, there is a protective guard on top of the blade, which prevents excessive vibration that can lead to discomfort. You will like its SDS system, which helps in the easy fitting of the chain and bar without using any tool. With its automatic chain lubrication, you can rely on the durability of this machine. The guide bar length determines how effective you will be with pruning, trimming, light firewood and small tree cutting. In most cases, guide bar length ranges between 8 and 18 inches.