Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw
#2 in BatteryFull review
One of the best values for an 18 in battery saw, for firewood and storm cleanup on a budget.
Amazon $309.99$309.99
The Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw rates 4.0 among battery chainsaws; the STIHL MS 212 C-BE rates 2.8 among gas ones. The Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw costs $70 less ($309.99 vs $379.99).
STIHL MS 212 C-BE
#20 in GasFull review
A comfortable 18 in homeowner saw for buyers who value easy starting and tool free chain tension over raw power.
STIHL $379.99$379.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different power source classes (battery and gas), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power source peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw | STIHL MS 212 C-BE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 51 $17.22 per inch of bar ($309.99 with battery and charger, 18 in bar) | 47 $21.11 per inch of bar ($379.99, 18 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 89 65.6 ft/s chain speed | 14 38.6 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 81 9.5 lb (with bar and chain) | 74 10.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 75 18 in bar | 75 18 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 75 4-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 60V 18 in Chainsaw | STIHL MS 212 C-BE | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 18 in | 18 in |
| Chain speed | 65.6 ft/s | - |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in | - |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 60 V, 4 Ah battery | 38.6 cc, 2.4 hp |
| Battery energy | 240 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.5 lb (with bar and chain) | 10.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 4 years | 1 year |
| Battery warranty | 4 years | - |