Worx Nitro WG385 40V 16 in
#10 in BatteryFull review
A 16 in saw for yard work and light firewood, best for owners already using Worx 20V batteries.
Amazon $329.99$329.99
The Worx Nitro WG385 40V 16 in rates 3.5 among battery chainsaws; the STIHL MS 162 rates 3.2 among gas ones. The STIHL MS 162 costs $140 less ($189.99 vs $329.99).
STIHL MS 162
#8 in GasFull review
A small, light STIHL for pruning, limbing and storm cleanup around the house. Not a saw for a winter’s firewood.
STIHL $189.99$189.99
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 | Worx Nitro WG385 40V 16 in | STIHL MS 162 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 34 $20.62 per inch of bar ($329.99 with battery and charger, 16 in bar) | 100 $11.87 per inch of bar ($189.99, 16 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 72 59 ft/s chain speed | 0 30.1 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 84 9.3 lb (with bar and chain) | 87 9.9 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 50 16 in bar | 50 16 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Worx Nitro WG385 40V 16 in | STIHL MS 162 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Chain speed | 59 ft/s | - |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in low profile | 3/8 in Picco (PMM3) |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | Yes | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 40 V, 4 Ah battery | 30.1 cc, 1.6 hp |
| Battery energy | 160 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9.3 lb (with bar and chain) | 9.9 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |