Best Chainsaws Under $500 Ranked

A strong value 16 in saw for yard cleanup and occasional firewood, especially for anyone already on EGO batteries.

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.

One of the best values for an 18 in battery saw, for firewood and storm cleanup on a budget.

For heavier firewood cutting on the Greenworks 80V platform, with long runtime per charge.

For homeowners who prune and clear storm branches and want the lightest EGO saw. Pick a longer bar for firewood.

A well priced 18 in kit with a big 6Ah battery for firewood and storm cleanup, best for Ryobi 40V owners.

A low cost pruning saw for light yard work, best for owners already on Greenworks 40V batteries.

A mid priced 16 in saw for yard cleanup and occasional firewood on the Ryobi 40V platform.

A 16 in saw for yard work and light firewood, best for owners already using Worx 20V batteries.

A compact, affordable saw for limbing and small trees, for Ryobi 40V owners.

A budget 16 in saw for storm cleanup and light firewood cutting, a good fit for Greenworks 40V owners.

For Makita 18V owners who want a capable 16 in saw on batteries they already own.

For Craftsman V20 owners who want a compact saw for limbs and brush.

For DeWalt FLEXVOLT owners who need real power for firewood and felling and don’t mind the weight.

A basic 12 in saw for occasional pruning. Brushless rivals cut faster for similar money.

For buyers who want a Husqvarna saw with long runtime for firewood and cleanup, and can wait out the slow charger.

For tradespeople already on Milwaukee M18 who want a durable 16 in saw with long runtime.

A light Husqvarna saw for pruning and small cleanup jobs, though brushless rivals cost less for more bar.

The most engine for the money here, for rural owners who fell trees and buck big firewood.

A good value 18 in firewood saw with a long warranty for homeowners who cut a few cords a year.

A very light saw with a long warranty for pruning, limbing and storm cleanup around a suburban yard.

A budget gas saw for homeowners who cut a little firewood and clean up after storms. Pick a bigger engine if you buck hardwood every year.

The everyday Rancher for homeowners who cut their own firewood and drop the odd tree. A strong value at its price.

A small, light STIHL for pruning, limbing and storm cleanup around the house. Not a saw for a winter’s firewood.

A strong 18 in firewood saw for homeowners who want 50 cc power without Rancher weight.

A light homeowner saw for limbing, pruning and small firewood. Buy the 440 or a Rancher if you need an 18 in bar.

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.

An easy starting light STIHL for homeowners who struggle with pull cords and cut only small wood.

STIHL’s firewood and farm saw for owners who cut a lot of wood and want a dealer nearby.

A comfortable small saw for occasional pruning and cleanup by owners who value easy starting. At this price the 440 is the better buy for firewood.

The best value small STIHL for homeowners cutting branches and light firewood.

A fuel efficient 18 in STIHL for homeowners who cut a few cords a year and want dealer support.

A light, well proven firewood saw for homeowners who cut in cold winters.

A comfortable 18 in homeowner saw for buyers who value easy starting and tool free chain tension over raw power.