STIHL MS 182
#17 in GasFull review
The best value small STIHL for homeowners cutting branches and light firewood.
STIHL $239.99$239.99
The STIHL MS 182 is the better chainsaw overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The STIHL MS 182 leads on value and weight. The STIHL MS 212 C-BE wins on power and bar. The STIHL MS 182 costs $140 less ($239.99 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the STIHL MS 182 for value ($15 per inch of bar ($239.99, 16 in bar) vs $21.11 per inch of bar ($379.99, 18 in bar)) and weight (10 lb (powerhead) vs 10.8 lb (powerhead)).
- Choose the STIHL MS 212 C-BE for power (38.6 cc engine vs 35.8 cc engine) and bar (18 in bar vs 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 | STIHL MS 182 | STIHL MS 212 C-BE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $15 per inch of bar ($239.99, 16 in bar) | 47 $21.11 per inch of bar ($379.99, 18 in bar) |
| Power 25% | 3 35.8 cc engine | 14 38.6 cc engine |
| Weight 15% | 86 10 lb (powerhead) | 74 10.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Bar 10% | 50 16 in bar | 75 18 in bar |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| STIHL MS 182 | STIHL MS 212 C-BE | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Bar length | 16 in | 18 in |
| Chain pitch | 3/8 in Picco (PM3) | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | No | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 35.8 cc, 2.2 hp | 38.6 cc, 2.4 hp |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10 lb (powerhead) | 10.8 lb (powerhead) |
| Anti-vibration | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |