Husqvarna 135 Mark II
#16 in GasFull review
A comfortable small saw for occasional pruning and cleanup by owners who value easy starting. At this price the 440 is the better buy for firewood.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The Husqvarna 135 Mark II and the STIHL MS 182 are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0. The Husqvarna 135 Mark II leads on warranty and power. The STIHL MS 182 wins on value. The STIHL MS 182 costs $60 less ($239.99 vs $299.99).
STIHL MS 182
#17 in GasFull review
The best value small STIHL for homeowners cutting branches and light firewood.
STIHL $239.99$239.99
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 135 Mark II for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and power (38 cc engine vs 35.8 cc engine).
- Choose the STIHL MS 182 for value ($15 per inch of bar ($239.99, 16 in bar) vs $18.75 per inch of bar ($299.99, 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 135 Mark II | STIHL MS 182 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 58 $18.75 per inch of bar ($299.99, 16 in bar) | 79 $15 per inch of bar ($239.99, 16 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 12 38 cc engine | 3 35.8 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 81 10.4 lb (powerhead) | 86 10 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 50 16 in bar | 50 16 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 135 Mark II | STIHL MS 182 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Chain speed | 55 ft/s | - |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in mini | 3/8 in Picco (PM3) |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | - | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 38 cc, 2.1 hp | 35.8 cc, 2.2 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10.4 lb (powerhead) | 10 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |