Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf
#1 in GasFull review
The most engine for the money here, for rural owners who fell trees and buck big firewood.
Amazon $478.99$478.99
The Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf is the better chainsaw overall, rated 4.0 to 3.0. The Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf leads on warranty and power. The STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss wins on weight. The Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf costs $11 less ($478.99 vs $489.99).
STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss
#15 in GasFull review
STIHL’s firewood and farm saw for owners who cut a lot of wood and want a dealer nearby.
STIHL $489.99$489.99
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-590 Timber Wolf for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and power (59.8 cc engine vs 50.2 cc engine).
- Choose the STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss for weight (12.4 lb (powerhead) vs 13.2 lb (powerhead)).
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-590 Timber Wolf | STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 35 $23.95 per inch of bar ($478.99, 20 in bar) | 33 $24.50 per inch of bar ($489.99, 20 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 99 59.8 cc engine | 61 50.2 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 40 13.2 lb (powerhead) | 51 12.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 100 20 in bar | 100 20 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo CS-590 Timber Wolf | STIHL MS 271 Farm Boss | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 20 in | 20 in |
| Chain pitch | - | .325 in (RM3) |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | - | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 59.8 cc | 50.2 cc, 3.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 13.2 lb (powerhead) | 12.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |