The top three chainsaws of 2025 so far, according to Consumer Reports, may surprise you. These tools were judged on cutting speed, handling, and ease of use.

In the 1920s, soon after Andreas Stihl developed the first electric chainsaw, Emil Lerp introduced a more powerful and robust gas-powered alternative. Ever since, if you own or manage a wooded ...

Around 90,000 of this recalled Milwaukee tool were sold. Stop use immediately and learn how to reach out to the manufacturer ...

Maybe the bear wanted to clear the downed trees in front of its den? Whatever the reason, the owner wants his chainsaw back!

One of Milwaukee's popular M18 chainsaws has been recalled over a key safety flaw. Here's what you need to know before you ...

It's hard to imagine how difficult it was for lumberjacks to chop down big trees using axes and other hand tools (powered only by serious upper body strength) before the invention of chainsaws. When ...

Editor's Note 9/30/2025: We have gone through this article to make sure our recommendations are still in stock. We have a more thorough update in the works that will publish soon, as well as new ...

You'll find hundreds of websites that compare different products and give their opinions, but few are as well-known as Consumer Reports. This independent, nonprofit organization that tests products is ...