Echo CS-501P
#4 in GasFull review
A light professional grade saw for serious firewood cutters who want pro build quality and a long warranty.
Amazon $569$569
The Echo CS-501P is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The Echo CS-501P leads on warranty and power. The Husqvarna 440 wins on value and weight. The Husqvarna 440 costs $169.01 less ($399.99 vs $569).
Husqvarna 440
#13 in GasFull 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$399.99
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-501P for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and power (50.2 cc engine vs 40.9 cc engine).
- Choose the Husqvarna 440 for value ($22.22 per inch of bar ($399.99, 18 in bar) vs $31.61 per inch of bar ($569, 18 in bar)) and weight (9.8 lb (powerhead) vs 10.6 lb).
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-501P | Husqvarna 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 10 $31.61 per inch of bar ($569, 18 in bar) | 42 $22.22 per inch of bar ($399.99, 18 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 61 50.2 cc engine | 24 40.9 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 77 10.6 lb | 89 9.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 75 18 in bar | 75 18 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo CS-501P | Husqvarna 440 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 18 in | 18 in |
| Chain speed | - | 56.8 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | - | .325 in |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 50.2 cc | 40.9 cc, 2.4 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10.6 lb | 9.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |