Husqvarna 120 Mark III
#6 in GasFull review
A budget gas saw for homeowners who cut a little firewood and clean up after storms. Pick a bigger engine if you buck hardwood every year.
Amazon $219.99$219.99
The Husqvarna 120 Mark III is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Husqvarna 120 Mark III leads on value. The Husqvarna 120 Mark III costs $40 less ($219.99 vs $259.99).
Husqvarna 130
#11 in GasFull review
A light homeowner saw for limbing, pruning and small firewood. Buy the 440 or a Rancher if you need an 18 in bar.
Amazon $259.99$259.99
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 Husqvarna 120 Mark III for value ($13.75 per inch of bar ($219.99, 16 in bar) vs $16.25 per inch of bar ($259.99, 16 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 | Husqvarna 120 Mark III | Husqvarna 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 87 $13.75 per inch of bar ($219.99, 16 in bar) | 72 $16.25 per inch of bar ($259.99, 16 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 12 38 cc engine | 12 38 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 76 10.7 lb (powerhead) | 81 10.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 50 16 in bar | 50 16 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 120 Mark III | Husqvarna 130 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Chain speed | 55 ft/s | 55 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in mini | 3/8 in mini |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 38 cc, 1.9 hp | 38 cc, 2 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10.7 lb (powerhead) | 10.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |