Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw
#11 in BatteryFull review
A compact, affordable saw for limbing and small trees, for Ryobi 40V owners.
Ryobi $259$259
The Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw leads on value. The Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw costs $750.99 less ($259 vs $1,009.99).
Husqvarna 540i XP
#12 in BatteryFull review
For arborists and land managers who cut daily and want pro battery performance. Homeowners get more bar for far less elsewhere.
Husqvarna $1,009.99$1,009.99
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 Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw for value ($18.50 per inch of bar ($259 with battery and charger, 14 in bar) vs $72.14 per inch of bar ($1,009.99 with battery and charger, 14 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 | Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw | Husqvarna 540i XP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 44 $18.50 per inch of bar ($259 with battery and charger, 14 in bar) | 0 $72.14 per inch of bar ($1,009.99 with battery and charger, 14 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 50 chain speed not published (neutral score used) | 100 79 ft/s chain speed |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 100 6.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 25 14 in bar | 25 14 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Ryobi 40V HP 14 in Chainsaw | Husqvarna 540i XP | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 14 in | 14 in |
| Chain speed | - | 79 ft/s |
| Chain pitch | - | .325 in mini |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah battery | 40 V |
| Battery energy | 160 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 6.4 lb (powerhead) |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |