Saws with an 18 in bar or longer, the size most people use to buck firewood.
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Best Chainsaws for Firewood: Battery
- Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw#1 of 7Full review
One of the best values for an 18 in battery saw, for firewood and storm cleanup on a budget.
Amazon $309.99$309.9918 in60 V, 4 Ah battery9.5 lb - EGO Power+ CS1815 18 in#2 of 7Full review
For homeowners cutting a few cords a year who want gas saw power without the engine. The big battery kit is a fair price for an 18 in saw.
Amazon $419$41918 in56 V, 6 Ah battery10 lb - Greenworks 80V 18 in Chainsaw#3 of 7Full review
For heavier firewood cutting on the Greenworks 80V platform, with long runtime per charge.
Amazon $408.49$408.4918 in80 V, 4 Ah battery9.5 lb - EGO Power+ CS2005 20 in#4 of 7Full review
For rural owners felling and bucking bigger trees who want the most power EGO makes. Overkill for yard cleanup.
Amazon $549$54920 in56 V, 6 Ah battery13 lb - Ryobi 40V HP 18 in Chainsaw#5 of 7Full review
A well priced 18 in kit with a big 6Ah battery for firewood and storm cleanup, best for Ryobi 40V owners.
Ryobi $379$37918 in40 V, 6 Ah battery10.1 lb - Husqvarna Power Axe 350i#6 of 7Full review
For buyers who want a Husqvarna saw with long runtime for firewood and cleanup, and can wait out the slow charger.
Amazon $479.99$479.9918 in40 V, 7.7 Ah battery7.7 lb - DeWalt DCCS672X1 60V 18 in#7 of 7Full review
For DeWalt FLEXVOLT owners who need real power for firewood and felling and don’t mind the weight.
Amazon $399.99$399.9918 in60 V, 9 Ah battery18.9 lb
Best Chainsaws for Firewood: Gas
- Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf#1 of 13Full review
The most engine for the money here, for rural owners who fell trees and buck big firewood.
Amazon $478.99$478.9920 in59.8 cc13.2 lb - Echo CS-4510#2 of 13Full review
A good value 18 in firewood saw with a long warranty for homeowners who cut a few cords a year.
Amazon $398.98$398.9818 in45 cc11.1 lb - Echo CS-501P#3 of 13Full review
A light professional grade saw for serious firewood cutters who want pro build quality and a long warranty.
Amazon $569$56918 in50.2 cc10.6 lb - Husqvarna 460 Rancher#4 of 13Full review
The saw for owners with large trees to fell and big rounds to buck, who don’t need a professional saw.
Amazon $649$64924 in60.3 cc, 3.6 hp13.2 lb - Husqvarna 450S Rancher#5 of 13Full review
The everyday Rancher for homeowners who cut their own firewood and drop the odd tree. A strong value at its price.
Amazon $499.99$499.9920 in50.2 cc, 3.2 hp11 lb - Husqvarna 445S#6 of 13Full review
A strong 18 in firewood saw for homeowners who want 50 cc power without Rancher weight.
Amazon $449.99$449.9918 in50.2 cc, 3 hp11 lb - Husqvarna 450X Rancher#7 of 13Full review
The pick of the 50 cc Ranchers for owners who cut often or in changing weather and want a saw that tunes itself.
Amazon $549.92$549.9220 in50.2 cc, 3.4 hp11.2 lb - Husqvarna 455 Rancher#8 of 13Full review
A heavy duty firewood and felling saw for rural owners who cut big wood every year.
Amazon $589$58920 in55.5 cc, 3.5 hp13.2 lb - Husqvarna 440#9 of 13Full review
A light 18 in saw for homeowners who cut a cord or two of firewood a year. Step up to a Rancher for regular felling.
Amazon $399.99$399.9918 in40.9 cc, 2.4 hp9.8 lb - STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss#10 of 13Full review
STIHL’s firewood and farm saw for owners who cut a lot of wood and want a dealer nearby.
STIHL $489.99$489.9920 in50.2 cc, 3.5 hp12.4 lb - STIHL MS 251 Wood Boss#11 of 13Full review
A fuel efficient 18 in STIHL for homeowners who cut a few cords a year and want dealer support.
STIHL $399.99$399.9918 in45.6 cc, 3 hp10.6 lb - STIHL MS 250#12 of 13Full review
A light, well proven firewood saw for homeowners who cut in cold winters.
STIHL $429.99$429.9918 in45.4 cc, 3 hp10.1 lb - STIHL MS 212 C-BE#13 of 13Full review
A comfortable 18 in homeowner saw for buyers who value easy starting and tool free chain tension over raw power.
STIHL $379.99$379.9918 in38.6 cc, 2.4 hp10.8 lb