One of the best values for an 18 in battery saw, for firewood and storm cleanup on a budget.
Amazon $309.99The Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw is the better chainsaw overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw leads on power, warranty and bar. The Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Chainsaw wins on value. The Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Chainsaw costs $60 less ($249.99 vs $309.99).
A budget 16 in saw for storm cleanup and light firewood cutting, a good fit for Greenworks 40V owners.
Amazon $249.99Prices 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 Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw for power (65.6 ft/s chain speed vs 34.5 ft/s chain speed), warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and bar (18 in bar vs 16 in bar).
- Choose the Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Chainsaw for value ($15.62 per inch of bar ($249.99 with battery and charger, 16 in bar) vs $17.22 per inch of bar ($309.99 with battery and charger, 18 in bar)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery chainsaw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw | Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Chainsaw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 51 $17.22 per inch of bar ($309.99 with battery and charger, 18 in bar) | 59 $15.62 per inch of bar ($249.99 with battery and charger, 16 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 89 65.6 ft/s chain speed | 11 34.5 ft/s chain speed |
| Weight 15% | 81 9.5 lb (with bar and chain) | 84 9.3 lb |
| Bar 10% | 75 18 in bar | 50 16 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw | Greenworks 40V 16 in Brushless Chainsaw | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 18 in | 16 in |
| Chain speed | 65.6 ft/s | 34.5 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in | 3/8 in |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Tool-free chain tension | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 60 V, 4 Ah battery | 40 V, 4 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 240 Wh | 160 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (with bar and chain) | 9.3 lb |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
