Echo CS-3410
#3 in GasFull review
A very light saw with a long warranty for pruning, limbing and storm cleanup around a suburban yard.
Amazon $219$219
The Echo CS-3410 is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The Echo CS-3410 leads on warranty and weight. The STIHL MS 162 wins on value and bar. The STIHL MS 162 costs $29.01 less ($189.99 vs $219).
STIHL MS 162
#8 in GasFull review
A small, light STIHL for pruning, limbing and storm cleanup around the house. Not a saw for a winter’s firewood.
STIHL $189.99$189.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Echo CS-3410 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and weight (8.2 lb vs 9.9 lb (powerhead)).
- Choose the STIHL MS 162 for value ($11.87 per inch of bar ($189.99, 16 in bar) vs $15.64 per inch of bar ($219, 14 in bar)) and bar (16 in bar vs 14 in bar).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas chainsaw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Echo CS-3410 | STIHL MS 162 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 75 $15.64 per inch of bar ($219, 14 in bar) | 100 $11.87 per inch of bar ($189.99, 16 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 0 34.4 cc engine | 0 30.1 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 100 8.2 lb | 87 9.9 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 25 14 in bar | 50 16 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo CS-3410 | STIHL MS 162 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 14 in | 16 in |
| Chain pitch | - | 3/8 in Picco (PMM3) |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | - | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 34.4 cc | 30.1 cc, 1.6 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.2 lb | 9.9 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |