Just because it’s snowing doesn’t mean you need to break out your full-size snowblower, especially for those early and late-season lighter snowfalls. For those times when you just need to clear walkways or give the driveway a quick once-over, the Masterforce 20V cordless snow shovel might be just what the doctor ordered.

Editor’s Note: We’re still waiting on our first snow accumulation… since 1977. But just because we live in Florida doesn’t mean we’re completely snow-ignorant. We’ve got plenty of experience in Pennsylvania and Connecticut on our crew, so enjoy this walkthrough and don’t hate us too much for shooting photos on a bright 80° F day.

Masterforce 20V Cordless Snow Shovel Performance

Masterforce’s brushed motor turns the snow shovel’s 4.6-inch auger up to 2800 RPM. Its intake covers 12 inches of width and can handle snow depths up to 4 inches and throw it as far as 20 feet depending on the conditions. A rear scraper helps get packed snow near the bottom moving, though it’s not going to clear layers of ice.

This model uses a brushed motor and while it’s not as efficient or strong as a brushless motor, it keeps the price down (more on that shortly).

Masterforce 20V Cordless Snow Shovel Design Notes

Rather than going with a string trimmer head the way most attachment system snow shovels do, Masterforce has a rear-handle design. That makes it a bit easier when you need to apply some force behind it to get packed snow moving.

Just in front of that is a secondary handle that rotates 360° around the shaft and pivots forward or back. Combined with a telescoping shaft that’s adjustable for a total length of 46 to 54 inches, nearly everyone can find a comfortable working fit.

The shaft has a split design and there’s an electrical connection at the attachment point rather than using a wire to run from the battery down to the motor. It also allows you to completely separate the two pieces instead of leaving them connected at a joint and gives it a smaller storage footprint if you want to break it down between uses.

If you don’t want to break it down, the base allows the shovel to stand up on its own on hard surfaces.

Without a battery, the tool weighs 7.4 pounds. Adding a 4.0Ah battery brings the total working weight up to 9.0 pounds.

Additional Highlights

• Compatible with all Masterforce 20V FlexForce and Boost batteries

Masterforce 20V Cordless Snow Shovel Price

You can find this electric snow shovel at Menards for $179.99 as a kit. It includes the snow shovel, a 4.0Ah battery, a charger, and a storage bag. There’s no kit option available. One thing is different about this tool, though—it’s only in-store and not available online as we’re writing this.

When you look at premium options, such as EGO’s Multi-Head system with a snow shovel attachment ($399.99 for the kit, $189.99 for the attachment), Masterforce’s price tag is very attractive for value-minded shoppers.

The Bottom Line

Masterforce’s cordless snow shovel is a good choice to supplement your full-size snowblower for light snowfalls or to clear smaller areas such as walkways after heavier snowfall. While it doesn’t have the performance of premium brushless models, it doesn’t have a high price tag either. Grab it if you’re looking for a high-value cordless snow shovel.

Specifications

• Model: Masterforce 4832
• Power Source: Masterforce 20V FlexPower battery (or Boost battery)
• No-Load Speed: 2800 RPM
• Clearing Width: 12 inches
• Max Clearing Depth: 4 inches
• Max Throw Distance: 20 feet
• Bare Weight: 7.4 pounds
• Working Weight: 9.0 pounds

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Stihl’s MS 250 Chainsaw Gives Homeowners A Reliable Wood-Cutting Solution

Heading into the winter months, some homeowners may rely on fireplaces to warm their homes, which means having a stockpile of firewood is a must. Plus, with cold weather often comes snow, as well as all of the cleanup to do once that snow starts to melt. Luckily, the Stihl MS 250 chainsaw has your winter worries covered. We’re taking a brief look to see why this tried-and-true chainsaw has stuck around throughout the years to help homeowners with various woodcutting tasks.

Stihl MS 250 Chainsaw Basics

Stihl starts with a 45.4 cc engine and uses it to drive a 3/8-inch RM3 chain around its 18-inch bar. If you prefer, it’s also rated to take a 16-inch bar.

According to Stihl, The MS 250 chainsaw was built and designed specifically for cutting firewood. Since the majority of firewood gets cut during the fall and winter, you don’t want to worry about cold weather preventing the engine from starting. Luckily, its winter/summer shutter allows the carburetor to remain at the optimum temperature for the season. It also helps prevent the carburetor from icing when working below 50°F by drawing air from around the cylinder to warm the carburetor.

Additionally, the side-access chain tensioner allows for better access to the saw chain with a bar wrench, as opposed to the typical guide bar adjustment screw location. Along with the easy-access air filter cover, this chainsaw definitely emphasizes easy maintenance.

Additional Features

• Master control lever operates the choke, starting throttle lock, and power switch
• Rear hand guard reduces the risk of injury, as well as provides a wide foot-placement area during starting

This chainsaw is also made in the U.S.A from American and foreign materials.

Stihl MS 250 Chainsaw: Why So Popular?

With its 16-inch or 18-inch bar and 10.1-pound powerhead dry weight, this saw is right in the wheelhouse for homeowners who have a larger property to maintain. With its 45.4cc gas engine, it’s not as powerful as the MS 271 Farm Boss that makes its living on farm and ranch properties, but it’s not as heavy and it’s $80 less.

Looking in the other direction, it’s a more capable saw than Stihl’s less expensive models and more feature-rich than the MS 271 Wood Boss.

At the end of the day, the MS 250 simply balances performance, weight, features, and price well for homeowners who want a solid all-around chainsaw for storm cleanup, property maintenance, and firewood cutting.

Stihl MS 250 Chainsaw Price

This chainsaw retails for $399.99 and you can find it at several local and online Stihl retailers. Stihl backs your purchase with a 1-year warranty.

For more Stihl content, check out our top Stihl chainsaw recommendations!

Specifications

• Model: Stihl MS 250
• Bar length: 18 in
• Powerhead weight: 10.1 lbs
• Power source: Gas
• Engine displacement: 45.4 cc
• Chain oil capacity: 6.8 oz
• Engine power: 3.0 BHP
• Fuel capacity: 15.9 oz

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Switching from Gas to Battery is Easier with the Latest Generation of Battery-Powered String Trimmers

Even if you’re not quite ready to pull the trigger on an electric lawn mower, cordless string trimmers are a much easier jump for most homeowners to make. Even Pro lawn care crews have legitimate options to replace gas models. What’s the best battery-powered string trimmer for your needs? We got our team together to determine top picks for a range of priorities.

Want to see our top overall string trimmer picks, including gas models? Check out this article!

Best Battery-Powered String Trimmer Overall

Best for Professionals: Husqvarna 520iLX Battery-Powered String Trimmer

When we’re talking about the best all-day, everyday professional string trimmer for residential crews, we love Husqvarna’s 520iLX. What helps it rise above other solid picks from Stihl, EGO, and Greenworks Commercial is its combination of lighter weight, extremely low vibration, and thoughtful feature set in conjunction with excellent performance. Other professional brands hit several of the same elements, but none of them put them together as completely as Husqvarna.

Price: $299.99 bare tool

Best for Homeowners: EGO PowerLoad String Trimmer with Line IQ ST1623T

EGO started back in the day with surprisingly strong performance for a cordless string trimmer with eye-opening vibration control. Since then, it’s only gotten better as battery and motor technology have improved. Add to that, automatic line loading with EGO’s PowerLoad feature makes string trimmers with it the easiest to load we’ve ever used. For 2022, automatic line feeding takes it to another level, setting the bar very high for any other brand hoping to compete for the title of the best battery-powered string trimmer.

Price: Price: $299 with 4.0Ah battery and charger

Best Battery-Powered String Trimmer Power

Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Whisper Series Carbon Fiber Shaft String Trimmer RY402110VNM

In case you haven’t noticed, Ryobi has been absolutely unleashed in the last year. The 40V HP Brushless lineup has been impressive, taking the Home Depot-exclusive brand to a whole new level in OPE. For the latest flagship string trimmer, that means impressive cutting power.

The combination of advanced battery and brushless motor tech lets you spin line up to 0.105-inch with a 17-inch cutting swath. It’s fantastic when you’re reclaiming overgrown areas or simply have a lot of lawn to maintain. It gets even better, though, because this model is also part of the Whisper Series, boasting 60% quieter operation than a comparable gas model thanks to specifically focusing on the pitch of the sound.

Price: $329 with 6.0Ah battery and rapid charger

Best Lightweight Battery-Powered String Trimmer

Makita ConnectX String Trimmer CRU03

Makita packs 30cc gas power equivalence into a sub-10-pound package with the ConnectX string trimmer. By shifting the weight of the battery off of the tool and putting it on a harness, you also get incredible runtime thanks to the 1200Wh of capacity you’re wearing. Makita isn’t the only brand to offer a backpack battery, but this combination of weight and performance is special.

Price: $419 bare tool

Best Attachment-Capable Battery-Powered String Trimmer

Stihl Battery-Powered Kombi System KMA 135 R

When we tested cordless attachment systems, none of them had the overall performance that Sithl’s 36V KombiSystem did. It was the closest one to using a gas powerhead. Now it’s even better with the launch of the KMA 135 R powerhead.

Even though Stihl doesn’t use a universal attachment mechanism, the brand’s list of available attachments is deeper than we’ve seen from any other. Plus, there’s Stihl’s extensive dealer and service network to support you after the sale.

Price: $359.99 powerhead only

Best Budget Battery-Powered String Trimmer

SKIL 40V PWRCore Brushless String Trimmer LT4818-10

This year, we set a price limit on our best budget battery-powered string trimmer recommendation. Capped at $160 for the entire kit, we looked for something powerful that also included the battery and charger. The powerful Skil 40V PWRCore Brushless string trimmer really impressed us with its value.

This battery-powered trimmer really fills a need for a capable weed eater that doesn’t go overboard on weight or price. With more power than 18V/20V models, it’s a good fit for budget-minded individuals. It also carries a 5-year limited warranty.

Price: $159 with 2.5Ah battery and charger.

Best Line for Battery-Powered String Trimmers

Echo Black Diamond 0.095-Inch Trimmer Line

Echo Black Diamond trimmer line is denser than others and has sharper cutting edges in its design. For battery-powered string trimmers, you can use Black Diamond 0.095-inch line that cuts like it’s thicker without killing your runtime. There’s some reduction because of the increase in mass, but not as much as when it combines with the increased air resistance of thicker lines. It’s the line we prefer on our gas trimmers and with cordless models being as capable as they are today, we’re able to on those as well.

Price: $14.99 1-pound package (253 feet)

More Battery-Powered String Trimmer Options from Brands We Trust

Best DeWalt Battery-Powered String Trimmer: DCST972

DeWalt sports an impressive 17-inch cutting swath on its latest 60V Max brushless string trimmer. It’s a 2-speed attachment-capable trimmer using a universal connection system, opening up more options beyond DeWalt attachments. With 5800 RPM on the top end (4650 in low), there’s plenty of speed and you can swap out the 0.080-inch line that comes pre-spooled with 0.095-inch.

It’s a little beefier than some models with the 3.0Ah 60V battery pushing the total weight over 11 pounds. The trigger grip section is also a bit thicker than most, so you might not care for it if you have smaller hands. On the plus side, there are three points for the attachment detent to lock into, making it simple to convert the trimmer head into a string edger.

Price: $249 bare tool, $299 with 3.0Ah battery and charger

Best EGO Battery-Powered String Trimmer: ST1623T

There’s a reason we picked EGO’s Line IQ trimmer as our best overall for homeowners. It’s so easy to use with excellent performance and smooth operation, that it can make one of the worst tasks enjoyable.

Price: $299.00 with 4.0Ah battery and charger

Best Greenworks Battery-Powered String Trimmer: ST60L254

Greenworks’ Pro 60V line has a few options and we like the ST60L04 as the best overall balance of performance and price for trimming. It’s a smooth-operating trimmer with an easy-loading Load N’ Go head that uses 0.095-inch line and runs for more than half an hour on its 2.5Ah battery.

Price: $199.99 with 2.5Ah battery and charger

Best HART Battery-Powered String Trimmer: HLST051VNM

HART stepped up big time this year and now has a brushless 15-inch carbon fiber shaft model for its 40V line. It’s another attachment-capable option using a universal connection and is capable to whipping 0.095-inch line. Thanks to its carbon fiber shaft, the weight comes down a bit without sacrificing the strength you need for the job.

Price: $248 with 4.0Ah battery and rapid charger

Best Husqvarna Battery-Powered String Trimmer: 520iLX

From its lighter weight and smoother operation to its excellent performance, Husqvarna’s 520iLX is our pick as the best overall battery-powered string trimmer for professionals.

Best Makita Battery-Powered String Trimmer: GRU01

We realize not everyone is in a place to jump onto Makita’s ConnectX system. If you want high performance with wider OPE and power tool compatibility, give the 40V max XGT GRU01 a look. It has three speeds and tops out with a blistering 6500 RPM. Plus, there’s an Automatic Torque Drive feature that auto-adjusts the speed to match what you’re cutting. Even better, this one is just 10.4 pounds with a 4.0Ah battery, giving it an excellent blend of performance and weight.

Price: $289 bare, $439 with 4.0Ah battery and rapid charger

Best Milwaukee Battery-Powered String Trimmer: 2825-21ST

Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel Quik-Lok attachment system still holds the top spot for the best Milwaukee string trimmer in our books. Its 2-speed brushless design does an excellent job on a wide range of grasses. Even though it doesn’t use a universal connection, the available attachments have done a fantastic job over several years of service with our crew.

Now that there’s a new commercial lawn mower, whispers of further Milwaukee OPE expansion are in the wind, so keep your eyes open in case something new in the string trimmer department shows up.

Price: $229 powerhead and string trimmer attachment, $299 string trimmer kit with 8.0Ah High Output battery and rapid charger

Best Ryobi Battery-Powered String Trimmer RY402110VNM

For all the reasons we already stated and more, Ryobi’s 40V HP Brushless 17-inch string trimmer is something special.

Price: $329 with 6.0Ah battery and rapid charger

Best Skil Battery-Powered String Trimmer: LT4818-10

It’s tough to find a brushless string trimmer under $150 that includes a battery and charger. Skil is one option and it’s a compelling high-value pick. It’s capable of using 0.080-inch line and we whacked down some pretty tall grass in Josh’s backyard when we decided to reclaim it. It’s also a good pick if you’re looking for a lightweight trimmer—it’s just 9.3 pounds with a 2.5Ah battery.

Price: $149.00 with 2.5Ah battery and rapid charger

Best Stihl Battery-Powered String Trimmer: FSA 135 R

Stihl was already doing a great job in the professional battery-powered lawn care department, but the 135 line takes it a step further with even better performance and durability. Comparable to the power the FS 91 offers, it’s matching up with one of Stihl’s workhorse gas models. The trimmer works best with 0.095-inch line and has a 16.5-inch cutting swath. It also comes in both standard and bike handle models, giving you a great option for clearing large areas.

Best Battery-Powered String Trimmer Buying Guide | What We Look For

Cutting Power

Three primary factors go into cutting power: line speed, line thickness/mass, and motor torque.

The faster the line whips around, the better the tips cut grass. Most battery-powered string trimmers are fine in this category. As long as you’re getting at least 5000 RPM, you should be in good shape. The top models are capable of hitting 6500 RPM and there is a significant difference in how fast you can complete your trimming duties at higher rotational speeds.

Shifting the focus to the line thickness, the higher the line mass, the more force it’s able to cut through thicker grass with. It’s like the difference between getting hit by a 175-pound safety and a 225-pound linebacker at the same speed. More mass equals more cutting power.

Most cordless string trimmers take 0.080-inch line at a minimum. We recommend 0.095-inch for the best all-around performance. If you have tougher grass or deal with overgrowth frequently, a string trimmer with 0.105-inch line lets you power through even better. Just keep in mind that line diameter has a direct effect on runtime—thicker line takes more power to run.

Finally, a motor with higher torque helps the trimmer resist slowing down as the going gets tougher. Even though trimming grass seems like a low-demand task, grass does push back against the line, causing it to bend back and eventually start to bog the motor. Higher torque holds keeps the head spinning better in tough cutting situations, even when its highest RPMs are lower than low-torque gearing.

Cutting Swath

Having a large cutting swath helps you clear large areas faster or gives you a more generous border for your mower. You need more power to run wider, though, and runtime is always a consideration. That said, in the past couple of years, we’ve seen the technology come together to give us solid options. Look for a 15-inch cutting diameter for most situations. Recent 16- and 17-inch models are a great choice when you have larger areas to cut.

Runtime

The average homeowner on a 1/4-acre lot only needs about 15 minutes of consistent trigger time to cover trimming. Most cordless string trimmers are able to hit that at high speed without too much trouble.

Professional lawn care crews need much more, though. So do homeowners with large properties and farm/ranch acreage.

If your runtime needs are greater, look for a string trimmer that balances the efficiency of a brushless motor, uses 0.095-inch line, and possibly comes with a higher-capacity battery. Of course, you can always carry multiple batteries.

Also, consider learning how to trim at low speed when the grass isn’t as thick. Even though you have to slow down a bit, you’ll cut a significantly larger area.

Vibration

We highly value low-vibration string trimmers. We already have enough work to do managing the weight of such a long tool without vibration adding additional fatigue. The harmonics in some of today’s models are so good that hardly any vibration makes it up the handle… and they are a joy to use!

Weight and Balance

If you’re working all day on a lawn crew or even just putting the finishing touches on your own lawn, you want the lightest weight you can get without sacrificing the power you need. Bare weight isn’t everything—the battery can add a lot. If you can get a fully-loaded battery-powered string trimmer that meets your performance needs and comes in under 10 pounds, that’s a big win.

Balance is a consideration and the trimmers that have the best typically mount the motor on the trimmer head to counter the battery weight on the back. Many models also let you adjust the front handle to help dial in your fit.

If you’re after an attachment-capable model, you’re stuck with the motor in the back, and the balance shifts back. For those and trimmers that are simply heavier by nature, consider adding a shoulder strap to help you out.

Sound Level

Low noise is one of the major benefits of moving away from gas power. Cordless string trimmers we’ve tested range from decibels in the low 80s to the upper 90s (measured at our operator’s ear). Even at the top end, it’s an improvement over the majority of gas trimmers.

Your line selection plays a bigger part than it does on gas trimmers. Sometimes, switching the line you use can reduce the overall noise level or change the tone to a less irritating pitch.

Line Changes

When you have to change the line, it can be an easy or frustrating process. Manual loading is largely a thing of the past, though some trimmers still have manual heads. To make the process easier, look for models that have some type of fast-loading system (SpeedFeed, Rapid Load, etc). With these, you thread the line through the head to the middle, turn the head to load it, and go get on with the work.

Regardless of what comes on the trimmer, you can upgrade most to a quick-load head.

The best on the market right now is EGO’s PowerLoad design. It takes the fast-load concept and adds automatic winding and gives us the easiest, quickest line changes we’ve ever had.

Attachment Capability

Pro lawn crews typically have dedicated machines for string trimming, edging, and hedge trimming, but homeowners can save a lot of money by using interchangeable heads and tools that cover everything from blowing to brush cutting.

As we mentioned earlier, attachment systems require a top-mounted motor that affects the balance. It’s a trade-off you have to make for the convenience you gain.

One thing to keep an eye on is the attachment connection style. Models with a “universal” connection can use attachments from other brands, opening up far more choices. Recent multi-head systems including EGO, Milwaukee, and Stihl aren’t compatible with others, so you need to make sure they have everything you need before investing.

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Boy, did we open a can of worms when we started searching and testing to determine the best battery-powered chainsaw models. Not that long ago, there weren’t that many cordless chainsaws, and even fewer had high enough performance to warrant replacing gas saws.

Fast forward to today and cordless chainsaws meet and even exceed gas performance all the way up to 20-inch models. The big change this year is we have battery options to replace farm and ranch chainsaws!

Best Battery-Powered Chainsaw for Pros

Sithl 20-Inch Battery-Powered Chainsaw MSA 300 C-O

Pros have more options than ever before and as of Spring 2022, that includes 20-inch cordless chainsaws. Of the three available, Sithl earns our pick as the best battery-powered chainsaw for professionals in a tight battle (DeWalt and Greenworks Commercial also have 20-inch models this year).

Stihl is introducing the AP 500 S battery along with the saw, giving the MSA 300 C-O an advanced power source to pull high performance from. Where it pulls away from the pack is intelligence. The saw has 3 performance settings so you have options when you want to prioritize runtime over power. It also has an LED screen that displays power status, mode, chain brake position, and has a low oil alert. For those of you managing inventory, it’s also Smart Connector A 2 compatible.

Price: TBA

Best Cordless Chainsaw for Home Use

EGO 56V 18-inch Cordless Chainsaw CS1800

In choosing the best battery chainsaw for home use, we didn’t want to sacrifice the power we enjoy from our professional saws. While there are a lot of options available, we tend to get the best balance of performance and weight in the 60V class.

Moving to an 18-inch bar, we put the EGO CS1800 on the top of the charts. It has excellent power and there’s plenty of runtime with available batteries up to 10.0Ah (a 5.0Ah pack comes in the kit).

In addition to its performance, EGO’s auto-tensioning system makes it super-easy to adjust the chain tension and access the bar and chain without the use of additional tools. There’s even an LED to help with post-storm cleanup when the power’s out and you can’t wait for sunrise.

Price: $259 bare, $349 with 5.0Ah battery and charger

Most Powerful Cordless Chainsaw

Greenworks Commercial 82V 20-Inch Chainsaw

In late 2021 at GIE, DeWalt, Geenworks Commercial, and Stihl all announced new 20-inch battery-powered chainsaws with the power to take on the farm and ranch class. All three also claimed to have the most powerful and as the dust settled, Greenworks Commercial’s had the highest-rated power.

The caveat here is that we haven’t been able to fully test these saws yet. They’re too new. We got our hands on them at GIE, though, and no matter which one you choose, you’re in for a treat! Once we get a chance to use for a more thorough test, we’ll be sure to share our experience. Learn more at the links below.

• DeWalt 60V Max 20-Inch Chainsaw DCC677 (March 2022)
• Greenworks Commercial 20-Inch Chainsaw
• Stihl 20-Inch Chainsaw MSA 300 C-O (Summer 2022)

Best Battery Top Handle Chainsaw

Makita 18V X2 (36V) Top Handle Chainsaw XCU08

Top handle chainsaws are an arborist’s and lineman’s best friend. The differences in design give these saws a very different feel while you’re cutting and we generally only recommend them for experienced chainsaw users.

Our choice for the best battery top handle chainsaw is the Makita XCU08. It’s a legitimate gas replacement that has the muscle to hang with traditional names such as Stihl and Husqvarna. The best part is that it comes in with a lower price tag.

The saw comes stock with a 14-inch bar, but you can also order the XCU09 if you want the same saw with a 16-inch bar instead.

Price: $339 bare, $449 with two 5.0Ah batteries and charger

Best Battery Pole Saw

Makita 18V X2 LXT Telescoping Pole Saw XAU02

When it comes to the best battery pole saw, multi-head systems are an excellent platform. However, most professional crews prefer dedicated tools to attachment systems. If that sounds like you, check out Makita’s XAU02. It’s a 9- to 13-foot telescoping system that reaches significantly higher than most of its competition.

Its performance is impressive, using two 18V batteries with its 10-inch bar to cut at speeds up to 3940 fpm (20.0 meters per second). In terms of overall power, it’s the equivalent of a 30cc gas engine, and Makita’s internal testing shows it cutting faster than a 31.4cc gas competitor.

What helps set this model apart is a torque boost mode. You can do most of your cutting on a battery-saving standard setting and then kick it up to full power for thicker or harder braches.

Price: $499 bare

Best Small Battery-Powered Chainsaw

Choosing the best small cordless chainsaw isn’t just a matter of choosing something lightweight with a 10- or 12-inch bar anymore. The introduction of battery pruners with a 4- to 6- inch bar and chain ups the ante. So we picked one of each for you.

DeWalt 20V Max Compact Cordless Chainsaw DCCS620

DeWalt launched a line of light-duty OPE for its popular 20V Max platform as a way to give contractors the ability to clear jobsites using the batteries they already have. Those same OPE tools are great for homeowners that need occasional or limited use equipment.

The name says it all: DeWalt’s 20V Max compact cordless chainsaw features a highly-manageable 12-inch bar and chain that works with one of the deepest lines of cordless power tools available. For dedicated lawn care, you might look to the FlexVolt 60V Max line, but this saw is just right for limbing and light felling around your home.

Price: $179 bare, $249 kit with 5.0Ah battery and charger

Best Battery Pruner

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Hatchet 6-inch Pruner 2527

As the only current member of Milwaukee’s OPE line to use the M12 battery platform, the M12 Fuel Hatchet does a couple of things better than its limited competition.

First of all, we like that it’s a 6-inch bar and chain rather than 4-inch. Even though it’s only 2 more inches, it gets you into cutting branches you might normally turn to a heavier standard-form chainsaw for.

We also like that this model has an auto-oiler, something that’s missing on Stihl’s model. Combined, this makes it the best cordless chainsaw for those looking for a truly compact pruning tool.

Price: $189 bare, $269 with 4.0Ah battery and charger

Best Value Cordless Chainsaw

Greenworks 60V Pro 16-Inch Battery-Powered Chainsaw C60L212

We were thrilled with the performance improvement in Greenworks’ 2nd-generation 60V Pro chainsaw. Capable of cutting faster than 42cc gas saws, it’s a fantastic all-around chainsaw for property maintenance and storm cleanup.

In addition to its higher performance, it has a more professional-grade feel with metal bucking spikes, dual captured bar nuts, and excellent balance. If your priorities include getting a lot of bang for your buck, this is the chainsaw for you!

Price: $229.99 bare, $299.99 with 2.5Ah battery and charger

Best Budget Battery-Powered Chainsaw

Skil PWRCore 40 14-Inch Cordless Chainsaw CS4555-10

Just because you’re on a sub-$200 budget doesn’t mean you can’t get a quality brushless chainsaw. Skil’s PWRCore 40 system includes a 14-inch brushless chainsaw that finds an excellent balance between performance, design, and price.

We tested this saw cutting oak and it did an excellent job of confidently melting through branches up to 12 inches thick. With auto-oiling and a tool-free chain adjustment system, it’s very easy to use as well. Best of all, the kit is just $199.99.

Price: $199.99 with 2.5Ah battery and charger

See Also: Can battery power cut it? Read our article: Why use a battery-powered chainsaw

More Recommendations from Brands We Trust

Best DeWalt Cordless Chainsaw

Without a doubt, DeWalt’s 60V Max 20-inch cordless chainsaw (DCCS677) is the best model in Yellow’s lineup. As one of three battery-powered 20-inch chainsaws announced launching in the spring of 2022, it’s in a very elite class.

In designing the saw, DeWalt’s development team used the largest brushless motor in any tool they have, period. Along with a list of features that verify its professional pedigree, it’s also the first DeWalt chainsaw to come with a case.

Price: $349 bare, $449 with 4.012.0Ah battery and charger, $499 with 5.0/15.0Ah battery and charger

Best Hart Battery-Powered Chainsaw

Hart makes a strong statement with its 16-inch brushless chainsaw (HLCS021). For starters, a 16-inch chainsaw is no joke—you need a stronger motor than most DIY saws use.

A 360° tour around this model reveals a big step forward for Hart. Dual bar nuts are a nod to Pro-style design while the scrench conveniently stores on the handle. There’s an automatic oiler and the saw comes with a hard plastic case for storage. Overall, this is a much more capable cordless chainsaw than we saw from Hart’s initial offerings.

Price: $274 with a 4.0Ah battery and fast charger

Best Echo Cordless Chainsaw

Echo is moving away from its original cordless line to a new 56V Force system (the two systems are not compatible). Along with the initial launch, there are two chainsaw offerings: a homeowner-grade 18-inch model and a Pro-focused 12-inch top handle.

The top handle is our choice as the best Echo battery-powered chainsaw. As part of the X-Series, the DCS-2500T oozes professional design. It starts with a muscular brushless motor and builds out the drop protection (including a quickdraw harness ring) you expect from a professional gas top handle saw. It’s definitely not your least expensive top handle option, but it is designed with the demands of professional tree care use in mind.

Price: $429.99 bare, $499.99 kit with 2.5Ah battery and charger

Best Husqvarna Cordless Chainsaw

In the end, Husqvarna’s 540i XP is one of the best cordless chainsaws for professionals. Though not as powerful as the Greenworks Commercial 82V, its balance of 40cc power and weight makes it an excellent all-rounder for cordless cutting.

We also like the option to use a standard battery pack or switch over to a battery backpack for extended cutting.

Price: $589 bare (14-inch bar), $599 bare (16-inch bar)

Best Greenworks Cordless Chainsaw

Take the Greenworks model we recommended as the best value cordless chainsaw earlier, flip out the 16-inch bar for an 18-inch, and you get our favorite Greenworks chainsaw for homeowners. With performance that rivals a 42cc gas engine, its 18-inch bar offers excellent capacity you’ll get plenty of runtime from the 4.0Ah battery that comes in the kit.

Price: $279.99 bare, $429.99 with 4.0Ah battery and charger

Best Makita Cordless Chainsaw

Makita’s cordless chainsaw didn’t take long to get dialed in really well and they make some of the best cordless chainsaws in the industry. The XCU08 top handle we recommended earlier is a sold choice for arborists.

For a rear handle design, go for the XCU04. It’s a 16-inch 36V (18V X2) model that’s reasonably lightweight at 11.1 pounds with batteries. Like Makita’s other cordless chainsaws, expect smooth cutting and exceptional balance. Its 32cc gas equivalence isn’t quite as strong as some of the competition, but its refined design makes up for it and then some.

Price: $299 bare, $329 with two 5.0Ah batteries and dual-port rapid charger

Best Milwaukee Cordless Chainsaw

Milwaukee had one of the first really great cordless chainsaws and the M18 Fuel 2727 is still an excellent choice. It sports a brushless motor that runs its 16-inch bar and chain to levels that exceed 40cc gas power. It has a quality build with metal bucking spikes and dual captured bar nuts.

Even though other brands have pushed the power boundary forward, we still highly recommend this saw. Now that Milwaukee has raised the bar with its self-propelled lawn mower, there are whispers beginning to ask if there’s a new high-performance chainsaw in the works for later this year.

Price: $329 bare, $499 with 12.0Ah battery and charger (also available with a 14-inch bar for $319)

Best Ryobi Cordless Chainsaw

Ryobi’s launch of HP Brushless tools has been impressive and it’s a game-changer for the 40V lawn care and landscaping line. The 40V HP Brushless 18-inch chainsaw is a fantastic example. With cutting performance far ahead of any other chainsaws we’ve tested from Ryobi, it earned our respect and recommendation.

While it’s not completely Pro-style with its plastic bucking spikes, property owners looking for a high-performance cordless option to replace gas can rely on Ryobi.

Price: $189 bare, $349 with 5.0Ah battery and charger

Best Battery Chainsaw Buying Guide | What We Look For

Performance is King

Thanks to advanced brushless motors, electronics, and batteries, voltage no longer tells the entire story. However, cutting speed with the torque to get through thick hardwood species is the number one priority for us.

Runtime is (Sort of) a Big Deal

Ideally, a battery-powered chainsaw balances cutting speed and power with runtime. Larger batteries are certainly helping. Advancements in battery technology are as well. Denser cells with more robust connections are able to more efficiently transfer energy from the battery to the chain, giving you higher performance without a drop in runtime that makes the saw irrelevant.

The other side of the conversation involves rapid chargers. Most brands offer them now and several include them as a standard part of the kit. With today’s cordless technology, two batteries and a rapid charger can be enough to keep you running continuously all day.

Triggered

Most chainsaws are similar in form and share all of the same basic operational features. Where the best cordless chainsaws differ in form is primarily in their switches and triggers.

All of the saws have a UL or similar test lab certification on them, but they’re not all the same. In use, some of the saws in our test have more defined two-step triggers while others can be easily activated with a single grasp around their lockout button and trigger. At the end of the day, we expect our chainsaws to have a trigger mechanism that will keep us from accidentally activating the motor, and all of our recommendations meet that requirement. From there, it’s just a matter of the feel or function you prefer.

The true two-step lockouts aren’t difficult to operate in normal conditions. In odd positions, such as reaching around a tree while limbing, sometimes the mechanical lockouts can be tricky to slide.

For select cordless chainsaws, the first of two (or sometimes three) stages of starting is an electronic power button.

Some electronic switch saws can be run with a single grab once powered on. You just have to be mindful of the auto timeout feature. It can be frustrating the pull the trigger to no effect when you thought the saw was ready.

Ease of Adjustment

Chainsaw bars need to be adjusted nearly every time you use the saw. A new chain stretches out pretty quickly. You need to snug it up at least a few times as it breaks in.

If your chain gets tight rather suddenly, it usually means the bar is not getting oil. Don’t loosen it until you make sure the saw is oiling properly.

Pro Tip: Get into the habit of loosening your chain at the end of the day. Cold weather can cause it to tighten as it cools and damage parts.

A saw’s bar will be designed for either tool-free adjustment or will require a screwdriver-wrench combination tool called—yep, you guessed it—a scrench. Tool-free adjustment is the quickest and easiest with plastic knobs and/or dials built into the saw. They loosen the bar, move the bar forward or back to properly tension the chain, and lock the bar down tight again.

Dual Studs vs Tool-free Adjusters

Saws with tool-free adjusters use a single stud to attach the bar to the saw, but manual adjusting models typically have two mounting studs. Some old-school users view dual studs as an indication that the saw is geared toward professionals, but we don’t think that’s a hard, fast rule. Not for modest-sized saws anyway. However, the biggest and strongest chainsaws made all have dual stud bar mounts.

Pro Tip: Be sure to snug the nuts evenly because torquing down on only one can loosen the other.

Aw, Nuts!

Lost bar nuts are a frequent occurrence during regular use in the field. To prevent this, some saws have the added feature of captive nuts that won’t come all the way off the cover no matter how much you spin them.

Pro Tip: Keep a spare nut on hand if the ones on your saw aren’t captuve—it’s not unusual to lose one in the field!

To keep your adjustment tool close at hand, look for models that have storage slots built into the saws.

Your preferences may vary, but I can appreciate both adjustment methods. We like the speed and convenience of tool-free adjustments for my small saws. For big saws, we feel more confident securing the business end of these powerful tools down with a wrench.

It’s not a deal-breaker either way for the saws in our test unless the mechanism itself is flawed. The best battery-powered chainsaw for you is the one that instills a sense of both confidence and convenience.

Bars and Chains

Most chainsaw brands don’t try to reinvent the wheel by making their own bars and chains. Instead, many use quality Oregon components, though Stihl makes their own bars and chains. Most cordless chainsaws use 3/8-in. pitch, 0.043-in. gauge chains while stronger models are moving up to 0.050-in. gauge.

Oiling Systems

Bar and chain oil is the lifeblood of a chainsaw as the saw cannot run without it for very long. Most saws oil readily, but we occasionally run across models that have issues after a while. If a saw oiled well out of the box, it usually just needs a good cleaning to unclog it.

Oil Visibility

Most battery-powered chainsaws have translucent windows that let you check if there’s oil in the tank, and most let you estimate the level pretty well. If yours has a small window or none at all, be sure to stop and check the oil level frequently. About every hour of working time or anytime you notice a change in performance is a good rule of thumb.

Oil Caps

The ease of filling the oil reservoir is a noteworthy convenience factor when considering the best battery-powered chainsaw. We don’t like having oily fingers, so being able to fill the tank while leaving our work gloves on is our preference. Look for oil caps with lugs that are easy to turn with gloves on and/or flip-up tabs that provide an even better grip.

Spills & More Spills

Chainsaws often leak oil while sitting because daily heating and cooling shrinks and expands a plastic tank like a rudimentary pump. Some saws are messier than others.

Wherever you store your saw, put a piece of cardboard underneath it to collect any oil. You can switch it out as needed and whenever an Amazon order arrives.

Be careful when filling your chainsaw. Some have a large section of the cap that goes inside the tank and displaces a surprising amount of oil when you fill it anywhere close to the top. Wiping gooey oil off a chainsaw is an annoying waste of time.

Another cause of spills is an oil tank with a filler neck that is too narrow. Bar and chain oil is thick and tacky. It can pour like molasses in the cold, so it easily “piles up” and overflows in a narrow neck.

Pro Tip: Only poke a small hole in the foil of your oil container or use a (clean) syrup bottle to dispense oil into your chainsaw’s reservoir.

Providing another challenge, plastic filters at the inlet of its tank can constrict the diameter.

Caps that cross-thread easily can also make the oil-fill process more of a chore.

Environmental Sidetrack: Try Biodegradable Bar and Chain Oil

The other part of this cleaner, greener, lithium-ion-powered story is you can pair your battery chainsaw with a biodegradable bar and chain oil made of vegetable-based ingredients, such as Stihl Bio Plus. Those barrels of useful wood waste also contain a few gallons of oil from the saws.

Aside from having to landfill all of your petroleum-preserved sawdust, it’s just good practice to minimize your exposure to petroleum oil on your skin, clothing, and the atomized portion that you breathe in.

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Back on Track… Bucking Spikes

For pushing a saw through wood more efficiently, chainsaws come fitted with bucking spikes (a.k.a. bumper spikes, felling spikes, or dogs). These spikes sit against the body of the saw alongside the bar and anchor the saw in place while the bar pivots through the cut.

The spikes allow you to apply a lifting motion of the rear hand instead of pushing downward. Holding the saw tight to the wood, the motor can exert its maximum pulling power. This saves you from some of the cutting vibrations and especially the jerking common to holding a saw away from your work.

Our battery-powered saws all have some semblance of spikes. Most aren’t as long or as sharp as those on large gas saws, but actual steel spikes are becoming more common. We prefer those to the simple plastic ridges on other models.

Pro Tip: Applying leverage with spikes adds control, but go easy and listen to the pitch of the motor. You can overload battery chainsaws with too much pressure, and the weaker models stall easily.

Balance

While it’s true that the comfort and feel of a tool are largely subjective, it’s also true that some designs work better than others. Most Pros and experienced homeowners can immediately tell.

For the best battery-powered chainsaw, a balanced feel in your hands and the ability to cut straight without introducing a twisting motion to overcome are both important ergonomic factors.

Holding a saw with your left hand on the front handle in front of you should have the saw balancing fairly flat. Being a bit front-heavy is okay, but a rear-heavy saw lifts the cutting end of the saw up towards you and requires more effort and vigilance to use and carry safely.

Cutting Sideways

Determining a good feel for felling cuts while holding the chainsaw sideways is more about the comfort of applying force to the front and rear handles as you grasp it from the side, and also the ease of operating the trigger while sideways.

Handles

In general, chainsaws with thicker handles are more comfortable to grasp in use because have more surface contact and soften that contact with your hand. Of course, rubber handle surfaces help too, not only for padding but also for the increased grip they provide.

Trigger Comfort

Most cordless chainsaw triggers are large enough for two fingers to fit on them. Some have an extra-long trigger with more room to vary your grip stance for comfort. The best feeling triggers retract flush with the handle instead of leaving a raised bump your fingers have to push against.

Weight

The dry weight of the best battery chainsaws can swell to well over 15 pounds. Experience shows that a saw’s weight is less important than proper balance overall as you only feel the full weight when you’re NOT cutting.

But carrying around and positioning a heavy saw can certainly be more taxing over a long workday. The catch with these saws is that the batteries are a major part of the weight. So the stronger, longer-lasting saws with high-capacity battery packs and longer bars that we prefer end up being the heaviest.

Battery Selection

While we do the majority of our testing with the kitted batteries, it’s worth looking at the full range a manufacturer has available for your cordless chainsaw. If you end up investing in the entire lineup, you’ll likely want to consider the biggest batteries you can buy for it to get all of your lawn chores done efficiently.

You might also want a lower-capacity battery to shave some weight when you don’t have a lot of work to complete.

“Current” State of Affairs

Voltage

Higher voltage means more power, right? There’s certainly an argument for that, but it doesn’t tell the whole story.

Power is measured in watts and that comes from multiplying the voltage times the current. You can make a 36V chainsaw with the same power as a 56V model. The lower voltage simply has to produce more amps (current) to get there.

That’s why you see chainsaws with 40cc gas performance at 18V, 36V, and 60V. It’s all about the combination of volts and amps.

Watt-Hours

Another thing that is interesting to note is the discrepancy between the amp-hour and watt-hour ratings on some of the batteries in our tests for their given voltage. We’ve covered the subject of battery voltage, storage capacity, and current output many times. To review simply:

Volts x Amp Hours = Watt Hours

It’s the same basic equation we use for power, just applied to energy storage instead of output. It’s an easy way to compare the available energy of one battery to another when they have different voltages.

We’re increasingly finding that manufacturers—perhaps to simplify things for consumers—are rounding amp-hours. Some calculate their watt-hours with maximum voltage while most use nominal. Unfortunately, this makes some comparisons more challenging and adds to potential confusion.

“Nominal” Differences

When you charge a lithium-ion battery, it will reach its maximum voltage. Shortly after putting it to use, it settles into a slightly lower voltage—its nominal voltage. The nominal voltage is where the battery spends most of its working life and is roughly 90% of the maximum voltage.

Brands have to choose which one to display. When you see numbers such as 60V Max, that’s a battery that settles into a 54V nominal voltage. When you don’t see “Max” on the battery and packaging, you’re usually looking at a battery that is displaying its nominal volts.

We say “usually” for a reason. Some brands market their maximum voltage but don’t make it clear.

Some European countries regulate stated voltages more stringently, and it seems that it could only serve to help if the simple math all added up.

Buy Into a System

One other consideration for these saws is the system of battery-powered OPE to which they belong. Like other cordless tools, you can purchase some of our best battery-powered chainsaws as bare tools at significant savings over the kit. If you’re already invested in one of these systems, the overall winner may not interest you as much as seeing which model from your brand is the best in the lineup. Though not the best overall, it might be the best balance of performance and value for you.

Look at the Entire Model Lineup

If you haven’t bought into a system yet and may pick up more outdoor power tools in the future, check out the entire lineup from a brand. Make sure they can fulfill your wish list before going after just the chainsaw. For many users, the saw functions as a secondary tool when compared to the hours you spend with a string trimmer or mower.

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EGO Snow Shovel Attachment Makes Light Clearing More Convenient

If you are like many others and use a bristle brush or rubber broom attachment to clear snow from patios, decks, and walkways, then EGO has the attachment for you! I had the opportunity to get an early look at the EGO Multi-Head snow shovel attachment in time for this year’s snow-clearing season.

Why Consider the EGO Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment?

Powered snow shovels fill a need that is in between the big jobs and the small ones. You probably wouldn’t use one on a small set of stairs with a light dusting, or a long driveway with heavy snow. But there is a sweet spot where this type of tool really shines, and that’s on patios, decks, walkways, and driveways with light to moderate snow. That’s also how EGO is marketing it.

With a small profile of 14 inches of total width and 12 inches of clearing swath, this snow shovel can fit on single-tile walkways around the house. If you have the larger single-stage or two-stage snowblower, by the time you lugged it out of the shed, you could have the job done with this in your hands.

EGO Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment Performance

The EGO 56V system is known for its high quality and handy features when compared to competitor models, and my experience with the snow shovel is no exception.

The powerful brushless motor translates to throwing pillowy plumes of snow 25 feet if you are hitting several inches of powdery snow. There’s an anti-stall system to keep you throwing snow. Instead of hitting a chunk and coming to a jarring halt, the motor slows down, grinds through it, and then revs back up. Only by moving fast through thick layers of icy snow did we actually get it to stall and stop entirely. If that happens, you need to release the trigger and pull it again to spin it back up.

On that note, knowing what to expect out of this powered snow shovel will make or break the experience. Clearing 2-3 inches of dry, powdery snow from the driveway and deck was a breeze, put a smile on my face, and got the chores done in record time!

However, clearing the 5-6 inches of heavy packed snow and ice from the driveway is doable with the SSA1200, but it’s more difficult than using a larger single-stage or two-stage snowblower.

The power isn’t necessarily the problem when compared to something like the Snow Joe iON 40V single-stage paddle blower, since I had them both chewing on and bogging down the same snow. But the form of the single-stage model supports the weight of the unit rather than the person holding it (AKA, me). It’s a considerable difference in terms of the physical energy you use (and subsequent back soreness the next day). Of course, that’s something you’re going to experience with any attachment system snow shovel.

Pro Tip: For clearing heavy snow, the snow shovel is easier to push when bracing the battery against your body and pushing forward with your legs rather than relying on your arms and back to do the work.

Runtime

The convenience of this highly portable snow-clearing power usually comes with a price, which is how much area you can clear on a charge. EGO claims that the SSA1200 will clear 4 inches of snow from a 4-car driveway using a 4.0Ah battery.

Lucky for us, we received 5 inches of snow with ice layers along with it, so it was a good test of battery endurance. After clearing our entire 4-car driveway, I still had 1 bar of a 4.0Ah battery left and no distinct loss of power.

I was also able to clear my sidewalks, patio, and deck before I needed to put the battery back on the charger. My entire snow-clearing needs were met on just one charge, which is a win in my book. My lower back felt it the next day, but we will discuss that later.

EGO Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment Design Notes

Changing Directions

You can change the direction of the throw 45° right or left by using the knob on the top of the unit, which rotates the guide fins in front of the auger.

The knob only has locking detents in the full left or right position, with several smaller detents in between. So there is flexibility with throw direction, and it will stay put until some harsh transitions work it one way or the other, but this was never an issue since I only threw snow full left, right, or straight.

The adjustment of the throw is a notable feature over some of the other brands with no guiding fins, such as the Ryobi 40V and the Hart 40V Powered Snow Shovels. The EGO SSA1200 boasts a farther throw than the Hart 40V and Brushed Ryobi 40V, but has the same throw specs as the Brushless Ryobi 40V Powered Snow Shovel.

Weight

The hard plastic auger, brushless motor, and guiding fins are all great features, but there is a cost that comes with it, which is weight. The entire system with a 4.0Ah battery, Powerhead, and the SSA1200 shovel attachment came in at 22.8 pounds on my scale. For comparison, the Ryobi 40V and the Hart 40V Powered Snow Shovel entire systems came in at 17 pounds and 18.4 pounds, respectively. That may not seem like much in terms of barbells, but most of that weight is from the snow shovel itself, which is 12.8 pounds for EGO.

The weight on the snow shovel is actually good for keeping the auger into the snow and getting down to the pavement. But since there are no wheels on this unit, anything the auger doesn’t eat up will cause an abrupt stop, such as sidewalk transitions or cement breaks. Picking up the unit every so often gave me a decent amount of lower back strain, and was quite a workout by the end of the job. You can mitigate some of this by adding EGO’s shoulder strap. If you’re planning on using the SSA1200 as your primary snow-throwing tool, then I’d highly recommend it.

EGO Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment Price

If you already have EGO’s Multi-Head system, you can add the snow shovel attachment for $189.00. If you don’t, you can get it as a kit with the powerhead, a 4.0Ah battery, and a charger for $399.00. Both the powerhead and attachment carry a 5-year warranty.

Note: EGO attachments are not compatible with other attachment systems.

The Bottom Line

Based on our tests, the EGO Multi-Head snow shovel attachment did great at knocking out several chores, like cleaning off sidewalks, decks, and patios with ease.

With the power, quality, and features that we come to expect from EGO, the SSA1200 has a sweet spot of utility that fits a need where your broom or blower isn’t enough and a full-size snow blower is overkill. It outperforms its competition, though that performance comes at the cost of additional weight.

If those first snowfalls of the season or a false spring cover your outdoor spaces with a white blanket, you can recover them easily with this attachment.

Specifications

• Platform: EGO POWER+ Multi-head system
• Battery: EGO 56V
• Motor: Brushless
• Clearing Width: 12 in.
• Max Throw: 25 ft.
• Clearing Depth (Auger size): 6 in.
• Weight: 12.8 lbs.
• Rotation Speed: 2000 High/1650 Low RPM

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Ryobi Has A Snow Shovel For Every Application On A Battery System That Helps You All Year

If you live in a climate that gets snow in the winter, you know the “joys” of having to shovel snow manually. With Ryobi’s impressive range of homeowner tools, it’s no surprise that it’s tapped into the winter cleanup market. We’ve covered Ryobi’s 40V Snow Blowers in the past, but you may be looking for something for lighter snow-clearing jobs. That’s where Ryobi cordless snow shovels come in. We’re giving you an overview of each model to help you sort out the options.

Ryobi 40V 12-Inch Wheeled Snow Shovel (RY408130VNM): The High-Performance Specialist

The RY408130VNM Ryobi snow shovel gives you a 12-inch clearing path in snow up to 6 inches deep. It has a throwing distance of 25 feet to tackle areas you don’t want a full-size snow blower for. There’s also a 2-speed trigger that lets you customize the speed based on your clearing needs.

As a compact, lightweight shovel, this 40V Ryobi snow shovel gives you a break from manual shovels and scrapers. It weighs just 16.6 pounds and features a 2-wheel design that reduces fatigue even further and makes maneuverability much easier.

This one retails for $249 as a bare tool. There’s also a kit, including a 4.0Ah battery and charger for $329. Ryobi backs your purchase with a 5-year warranty for the tool and a 3-year warranty for the battery.

Considerations

This is the highest-performing snow shovel in Ryobi’s lineup and the wheels are very helpful in offsetting the tool’s higher weight. With its 4.0Ah battery, you’re going to get longer runtime than 18V options.

High performance always comes at a higher price, and as the flagship of Ryobi’s line, it’s also the most expensive.

• Model: Ryobi RY408130VNM
• Clearing Width: 12 in
• Clearing Depth: 6 inches
• Max Throw: 25 ft
• Weight: 16.6 lbs

Ryobi 18V One+ Snow Shovel (P2706BTL): The Lightweight Option

The smallest of the Ryobi cordless snow shovel lineup, the P2706BTL has a 10-inch clearing width. It keeps the same clearing depth of up to 6 inches, however. This shovel is also the lightest in the lineup at 12.3 pounds, making it a good option if strength or back pain is a concern.

Even though this tool isn’t as mighty in terms of size and performance as the rest of the ones on this list, you’re not sacrificing much in the way of snow-throwing distance. It throws snow up to 20 feet away, which is only five feet less than Ryobi’s top models achieve.

This is a more compact solution than Ryobi’s other snow shovel options and the price reflects that. It retails as a bare tool for $139. There’s also a kit option that includes a 4.0Ah battery and charger for $199. You can find both options at The Home Depot starting in November 2022. Ryobi backs your purchase with a 3-year limited warranty.

Considerations

The 18V system is the same one that runs the entire 18V One+ line of power tools, OPE, and lifestyle products. In terms of the number of compatible tools, none of the 40V models come close. It’s also lighter and less expensive than the higher-voltage models.

The big trade-offs are going to be a slightly narrower clearing width, shorter throw distance, and significantly lower runtime thanks to the lower-capacity battery.

• Model: Ryobi P2706BTL
• Clearing Width: 10 in
• Clearing Depth: 6 inches
• Max Throw: 20 ft
• Weight: 12.3 lbs

Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 12-Inch Snow Shovel (RY408120VNM): Brushless Attachment-Capable Snow Clearing

The Ryobi RY408120VNM gives you the ability to clear a 12-inch path in snow up to 6 inches deep. Like its bigger brother, it features a brushless motor that throws snow up to 25 feet.

This Ryobi snow shovel has a 2-speed switch, as well as a variable speed trigger. Unlike the wheeled model, it’s compatible with Ryobi’s Expand-It tool attachment system, featuring a 180° lock/unlock coupler that lets you remove the snow shovel head to attach another one of the tool heads in this system.

This shovel clocks in at 17 pounds, and although it’s tied for the heaviest model in Ryobi’s snow shovel lineup, it’s still a lot lighter than a walk-behind snow blower.

As far as pricing goes, you can find it as a kit retailing for $299. It includes a 4.0Ah battery and a charger. As with all Ryobi tools, you can find it exclusively at The Home Depot. Ryobi backs your purchase with a 5-year warranty.

Considerations

This model was Ryobi’s previous flagship until the wheeled design came out. Arguably, it still is with performance that matches its brother in capacity and throw. It also enjoys the longer runtime of a higher-capacity battery and brushless motor.

It’s a little heavier and doesn’t enjoy the easy maneuverability that wheels offer, though it is a little lower in price.

This model’s biggest advantage is its attachment-ready powerhead, making it a useful tool to have year-round.

• Model: Ryobi RY408120VNM
• Clearing Width: 12 inches
• Clearing Depth: 6 inches
• Max Throw: 25 feet
• Weight: 17 lbs

Ryobi 40V 12-Inch Power Snow Shovel (RY408110VNM): Brushed Attachment-Capable Option

This snow shovel is very similar to the RY408120VNM model, but this one uses a brushed motor. Taking off that HP Brushless designation, you lose about three feet of maximum throwing distance (up to 22 feet). It has the same clearing path of 12 inches in up to 6 inches deep of snow, though.

It’s also lacking a two-speed switch, making it a little lighter on features as it targets a lower price point. Besides that, this model is almost identical to the HP Brushless shovel. It has the same weight of 17 pounds, and it features a variable speed trigger. It also features Expand-It compatibility with a 180° lock/unlock coupler.

The RY408120VNM 40V 12-inch snow shovel retails as a kit for $269. It includes a 4.0Ah battery and a charger, as well as a 5-year warranty from Ryobi. You can find it at The Home Depot.

Considerations

As we already mentioned, the big difference between this model and the one above it is the switch to a brushed motor. You won’t get as much runtime and the throw is a little shorter, but you save some money and the powerhead is still attachment capable.

• Model: Ryobi RY408110VNM
• Clearing Width: 12 inches
• Clearing Depth: 6 inches
• Runtime: 15 mins
• Weight: 17 lbs

Ryobi Expand-It Snow Shovel Attachment

If you already have a Ryobi Expand-It powerhead, you can save some money by simply adding the attachment. It’s the same one as the two options above with a 12-inch clearing width and 6-inch maximum depth. Since the Expand-It system uses a universal connection design, you can also use it with other brands that have the same connection type, whether it’s a battery or gas unit.

Get it for $149.00

Specifications

• Model: Ryobi RYSNW00
• Clearing Width: 12 inches
• Clearing Depth: 6 inches

For more information about the Ryobi 40V HP Line of Snow Blowers and Power Snow Shovels, click here.

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ECHO CS-501P Chainsaw Caters To High-Performance Needs Without Bloated Weight

Our resident ranch foreman and country music singer, Eli Mosely called me up to see what we had in the way of chainsaws to deal with some downed oak trees he had on the property. We’ve had good success with battery-powered models, but he wanted something in the 50cc class to make the work more efficient. We gave our friends at ECHO a shout and got our hands on the CS-501P—an X-Series chainsaw that looked right up his alley.

Pros

• Outstanding performance for the 50c class
• Incredibly lightweight for the 50cc class
• Easy starting
• Easy filter access

Cons

• Ignition switch doesn’t return to the on position automatically
• No onboard scrench storage

ECHO CS-501P X-Series Chainsaw Performance

As part of the X-Series, we expect higher performance and that’s what we got out of the chainsaw’s 50.2cc engine. As the guys were making quick work of a downed oak, the 20-inch Pro-Lite bar and 20LPX chain simply melted through the hardwood with all the confidence we could hope for in this engine class.

Note: You can also get this saw with a 16- or 18-inch bar if either of those sizes suit your needs better.

Helping out that engine is what ECHO calls its G-Force engine air pre-cleaner. It’s designed to extend the filter life and the amount of time you can have the chainsaw in service between maintenance intervals. When you need to access the filter, it’s a tool-free process. Just loosen the knob on the housing above the handle.

There’s also a digital ignition system along with a decompression valve, making starting easier.

ECHO CS-501P X-Series Chainsaw Design Notes

Weight

ECHO’s X-Series isn’t just about performance. It’s also about weight savings. With a dry weight of just 10.6 pounds, the CS-501P stakes its claim as the lightest 50cc chainsaw available in North America. What that means for you is excellent cutting performance with lower fatigue on bigger jobs.

Chain Tensioning

Chain tensioning is a straightforward process. Start by loosening the two bar nuts. A 1/2 turn each is plenty. Support the bar in one hand and use the scrench to adjust the chain tensioner with the other. Tight the bar nuts back up and you’re good to go.

When you do need to access the chain sprocket to clear out debris or change out the bar/chain, the bar nuts are captive, so you don’t have to worry about losing them.

Ignition Switch

The only thing we didn’t care for on this chainsaw is the ignition switch. It doesn’t automatically return to the “On” position after you shut the engine off. That might seem minor, but it’s actually a pain point for many chainsaw users. ECHO’s product team is aware of it, and their newest chainsaw models we saw at the Equip Expo (formerly GIE) back in October have the automatic return design.

Additional Highlights

• Beefy metal bucking spikes
• Intertia-activated chain brake
• Adjustable automatic oiler
• Ergonomic aluminum front handle

ECHO CS-501P X-Series Chainsaw Price

Retail pricing for this ECHO X-Series chainsaw is $499.99 to $519.99, depending on which bar length you go with. It has a 5-year consumer warranty or a 1-year commercial-use warranty.

The Bottom Line

The ECHO CS-501P X-Series chainsaw is an absolute pleasure to use. It has the performance to cut through hardwoods with ease and low weight which makes it easier to manage. As long as the ignition switch isn’t a deal-breaker for you (and it shouldn’t be), you’ll have a hard time finding a better combination of weight and power in the 50cc class.

Specifications

• Model: ECHO CS-501P
• Engine: 50.2cc
• Fuel: 50:1 gas/oil mix (10% max ethanol)
• Fuel Capacity: 16.6 ounces
• Bar Length: 16 – 20 inches
• Chain Pitch: 3/8-inch
• Oil Capacity: 9.5 ounces
• Dry Weight: 10.6 pounds
• Warranty: 5-year consumer, 1-year commercial
• Price: $499.99 – $519.99

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Ridgid Adds Outdoor Power Equipment And EXP Batteries To 18V Lineup

Ridgid fans, the wait is over! You no longer need to buy into another battery platform for lawn care tools. Ridgid Outdoor Power Equipment is coming to The Home Depot soon. For its first-generation, there’s a nice selection of products to get you started, and they’re all 100% compatible with Ridgid 18V batteries.

Note: Pricing is not available yet, but will be closer to the January 2023 launch. We’ll update this article once we get that information.

Ridgid 18V Outdoor Power Equipment

Ridgid 18V Brushless 14-Inch String Trimmer

Kicking off the Ridgid outdoor power equipment system is an 18V string trimmer. It’s a 14-inch model that’s capable of flipping the cutter to make a more battery-efficient 12-inch cutting swath. It uses 0.095-inch line and has a 2-speed selection switch along with a variable speed trigger for control.

It’s available either as a bare tool or as a kit with a 4.0Ah battery and charger.

• Model: Ridgid R01201B (bare tool), R01201K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• 2-speed selection switch
• Variable speed trigger
• 0.095-inch line
• 12 or 14-inch cutting swath (reversible cutter)
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V Brushless Blower

Ridgid is no stranger to blowers, having produced several for jobsite use and doubling for lawn care for many Ridgid users. This model produces up to 510 CFM and 130 MPH. To control the blowing force, there’s a variable speed trigger, plus cruise control and a turbo button. If you’re still having trouble getting stubborn debris to move, there’s a metal scraper on the nozzle to give it a nudge.

This one comes as a bare tool or in a kit configuration that includes a 6.0Ah Max Output battery and charger.

• Model: Ridgid R01601B (bare tool), R01601K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• 510 CFM and 130 MPH
• Variable speed trigger with cruise control and turbo button
• Up to 84% less noise than gas blowers
• Speed tip
• Metal scraper
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V Brushless 12-Inch Chainsaw

The Ridgid outdoor power equipment line’s first chainsaw is a brushless 12-inch model. It’s a rear-handle design with a 10 m/s chain speed and recommended max capacity of 10 inches. There’s an automatic oiling system with a translucent reservoir to keep an eye on your oil levels. One thing to note is that the chain tensioner does require a tool, but that’s pretty common.

You can get Ridgid’s chainsaw as a bare tool or as kit with a 6.0Ah Max Output battery.

• Model: Ridgid R01101B (bare tool), R01101K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• 12-inch bar and chain
• 10-inch recommended cut capacity
• 10 m/s chain speed
• Automatic oiler
• Chain tensioning system (tool required)
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V Brushless 22-Inch Hedge Trimmer

Ridgid’s hedge trimmer comes across as more well-developed than most first-generation models. It has 22-inch knives capable of cutting branches up to an inch in diameter, plus an anti-jam design to keep you cutting smoothly. The handle rotates 180°, making cutting at different angles easier and its magnesium gearbox reduces the overall weight you’re carrying.

The Ridgid hedge trimmer comes as a bare tool or a kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger.

• Model: Ridgid R01401B (bare tool), R01401K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• 1-inch cut capacity
• Anti-jam technology
• 180° rotating handle
• Magnesium gearbox reduces weight
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V Brushless Auger

When we heard Ridgid outdoor power equipment was on its way, we weren’t expecting a battery-powered auger to be part of the initial launch. Ridgid suprised us with a dual-battery brushless system designed to offer gas-like performance. It has two speeds to work with and an anti-kickback system to protect you in a bind-up. It uses a quick-connect attachment system, so you can use the 8-inch bit that comes with the tool or pick up other sizes you may need.

Pick the Ridgid battery-powered auger up as a bare tool or as a kit with two 4.0Ah batteries.

• Model: Ridgid R01701B (bare tool), R01701K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• Dual-battery system
• 2 speeds
• Anti-kickback control
• Quick-connect bit attachment
• 8-inch earth auger bit included
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V Brushless Pruner

Ridgid’s cordless pruner uses its brushless motor to cut branches up to 1 1/4 inches thick and can make as many as 2750 cuts on a charge using a 2.0Ah battery. It has a two-stage trigger to prevent accidental activation and a trigger guard as an extra layer of protection for your finger. Using a bypass cutting action, the steel blades run a full cutting cycle in less than one second.

Get your hands on the Ridgid cordless garden pruner as a bare tool or kitted with a 2.0Ah battery and charger.

• Model: Ridgid R01301B (bare tool), R01301K (kit)
• Brushless motor
• 1 1/4-inch cut capacity
• Up to 2750 cuts per charge
• Steel blade with bypass cutting action
• Cut cycles take less than 1 second
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

Ridgid 18V 4-Gallon Backpack Sprayer

The Ridgid outdoor power equipment line rounds out its initial launch with a battery-powered backpack sprayer. Boasting a 4-gallon capacity, it can apply up to 105 gallons on a single charge with a spraying distance up to 37 feet. The tank is translucent, making it easier to keep an eye on your liquid levels. The material choices in the construction make it rated to handle water, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides along with most lawn and garden chemicals.

Four nozzles come with the sprayer: adjustable, flat fan, dual, and shower.

The harness has adjustable padded shoulder and hip straps.

Pick up the Ridgid battery-powered backpack sprayer as a bare tool or with a 2.0Ah battery and charger.

• Model: Ridgid R01501B (bare tool), R01501K (kit)
• Capable of applying 105 gallons per charge
• 37-foot maximum spray distance
• Adjustable, flat fan, dual, and shower nozzles included
• Adjustable padded shoulder straps and hip harness
• Translucent tank
• Rated for water, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other lawn and garden chemicals
• Compatible with all Ridgid 18V batteries
• Lifetime Service Agreement eligible (register within 90 days of purchase)

Price: TBA

What’s Next for Ridgid Outdoor Power Equipment?

Looking over the line, this initial launch seems to target homeowner needs primarily. They’re also excellent tools to keep on hand for tradesmen that may need to clear overgrowth on jobsites from time to time.

There’s no Ridgid lawn mower in the lineup as of right now, so that’s the most obvious gap we expect to see filled at some point in the future.

In addition to the tools above, there are also 8.0Ah and 12.Ah Ridgid EXP batteries packs for 2023. The additional capacity along with the fact that there’s already a dual-battery auger leads us to believe that a lawn mower won’t be too far behind.

Check out Ridgid’s entire line of 18V power tools and OPE by clicking here.

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ECHO Battery-Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Sets The Stage For eForce Line

ECHO is no stranger to battery-powered equipment. However, it made a big change from its first-generation 58V line to its next-gen 56V eForce equipment. Headlining the system is the ECHO eForce battery-powered self-propelled lawn mower.

ECHO Battery-Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Performance

Like nearly all cordless mowers we recommend, ECHO uses a brushless motor to power the DLM-2100SP. The mower uses just one ECHO eForce 56V battery for power, and there’s room for two batteries onboard. The electronics automatically switch from one battery to the next, so you don’t have to worry about stopping and restarting.

Pro Tip: ECHO’s eForce 56V batteries are not interchangeable with the previous 58V batteries.

For most maintenance cuts, you don’t have to make any adjustments as you mow. However, if you hit thick patches over septic tanks or you’re a few days late on your weekly cut, there’s a turbo button that lifts the RPMs to help get through it. Just be aware that your runtime will take a hit.

The deck is 21 inches and made from heavy-duty steel. While it makes for a heavier mower than poly decks, it’s a more durable material. The blade is 20 inches.

This is a true 3-in-1 mower with mulching, bagging, and side discharge options. We prefer to have the side discharge over a rear discharge when we’re not bagging and mulching. It offers better clipping distribution, even though rear discharge models have an airflow advantage for better mulching and bagging.

Using a single 5.0Ah battery, you can expect mowing times up to 70 minutes in the lightest conditions. Your actual runtime will vary depending on the conditions you’re cutting in. Keep an eye on the battery indicator mounted on the control deck to monitor your battery use.

ECHO Battery-Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Design Notes

Cutting Height

The cutting height is adjustable from 1 – 4 inches with 7 positions, making the ECHO DLM-2100SP a good option for almost all grass species. A single-point adjustment lever on the back right wheel makes those changes quick and easy.

Vertical Storage

One of the big advantages of battery-powered lawn mowers is the ability to store them vertically and take up less space in your garage or trailer. Rather than having to reach all the way down to near the wheel, ECHO puts its handle releases near the top where they’re easy to reach. Just pull them toward you, pivot the handle all the way forward until it clicks into place, and lift the mower to stand it up.

The same adjustment lets you choose between the two handle height positions.

Additional Highlights

• Cushioned Handle
• LED headlights
• 10-inch rear wheels, 8-inch front wheels
• Compatible with all ECHO eForce 56V batteries

ECHO Battery-Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower Price

The mower is available as a bare tool for $399.99 or as a kit with a 5.0Ah battery and charger for $499.99. There’s no 2-battery kit at the moment. There is an optional rapid charger that can take your charging time from 150 minutes per battery to 75 minutes per battery.

ECHO back the mower with a warranty for 5 years on a consumer-use basis or 2 years for commercial use. The batteries have a 2-year consumer and a 1-year commercial warranty.

The Bottom Line

ECHO’s battery-powered self-propelled mower has a solid design with elements that have been field-proven and that make it easy to use. With some flagship cordless mowers pushing toward $1000, the $500 price tag on ECHO’s kit strikes a nice balance with its performance, even though it doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of higher-priced options. With its single 5.0Ah battery, it’s a good bet for lawns up to 1/4 of an acre and can extend to 1/2-acre lawns with an additional battery or two.

Check out ECHO’s entire lineup by clicking here!

Specifications

• Model: ECHO DLM-2100SP
• Power Source: ECHO eForce 56V batteries
• Deck: 21-inch steel construction
• Blade: 20-inch
• Weight: 65.5 pounds bare
• Mower Warranty: 5 years consumer, 2 years commercial
• Battery Warranty: 2 years consumer, 1 year commercial

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Clear Snow More Comfortably With EGO’s 21-Inch Auger-Propelled Snow Blower

Way back in 2017, we had the opportunity to review the initial dual-battery EGO 21-inch snow blower. It was good, rating an overall 9.0 on our 10-point scale. However, EGO has continued to develop its battery and motor technology along with how it can apply it to snow blowers.

Editor’s Note: We received an early sample, so the sticker package isn’t on our model. Oh, and we didn’t have any snow in the forecast—just a hurricane. The second one to come through this year, actually. Just pretend that nice green grass and 80° F weather is really snow at 20° F.

EGO 21-Inch Auger-Propelled Snow Blower Performance

Controls and Capacity

The control center and start-up procedure for this snow blower are pretty similar to that of EGO’s cordless mowers. To get started, press and hold the large power button and then pull down on the presence bar to activate the heavy-duty rubber auger.

The auger doubles as the drive to make it a self-propelled machine. Using the lever at the handle’s center, you control the auger’s RPMs, in turn controlling the throw distance and forward speed.

The EGO SNT2125 features a 21-inch wide intake and can comfortably tackle snow up to 13 inches deep in a single pass. EGO tells us that it is capable of throwing that snow as far as 45 feet—not bad for a single-stage system! That’s 10 feet further than the SNT2103 was.

It’s also a Peak Power system. While the machine can operate with just one battery, using two allows it to extend the runtime and use a more efficient power draw. Both ports are active and the electronics take care of switching packs so you don’t have to think about it.

Adjustable Throw

With a simple lever on the right side of the handle, you can direct the throw 200° from the left to right and anywhere in between. This lets you stay at the helm and redirect the snow discharge on the fly with one hand, ultimately saving you time as you switch directions.

You can also adjust the chute’s throw pitch to deal with different conditions (or avoid making your neighbor mad). Like most snow blowers, this adjustment happens at the chute itself rather than at the control deck on the handle.

EGO 21-Inch Auger-Propelled Snow Blower Notes

Creature Comforts

EGO also added a few helpful creature comforts to this snow blower. A pair of bright LED headlights cast about a 5-foot wide beam that can easily illuminate a dark sidewalk or driveway if you’re working in low- or no-light conditions. Turn them on or off with a simple button press on the control deck.

Additionally, there are integrated hand warmers on either side of the grip to keep your hands and fingers nice and toasty while you work. Press the button on the control deck to turn them on.

You can turn both the LED lights and the hand warmers on without engaging the auger.

Additional Features

• Scraper bar behind the auger
• Folding handle for easy storage

EGO 21-Inch Auger-Propelled Snow Blower Price

Look for this EGO 21-Inch snow blower in stores this season. Expect to pay $999 for a kit that includes two 7.5Ah batteries and a charger or $599 for the bare tool if you’re already on the EGO 56V platform. It comes with a 5-year limited tool warranty as well as a 3-year battery warranty.

The Bottom Line

If you’re dreading the process of firing up your gas snow blower after it’s been sitting all summer and fall, the EGO 56V 21-inch electric snow blower is a great candidate to kick those pains to the curb. It’s dramatically quieter and lighter than a traditional gas model, plus, you have instant power at the touch of a button. If you live in an area with noise ordinances or just don’t want to wake your sleeping neighbors, this is the one for you.

Click here to check out EGO’s full lineup.

EGO 21-Inch Auger-Propelled Snow Blower Specifications

• Model: EGO SNT2125AP
• Power Source: Two EGO 56V batteries
• Snow Throw: Up to 45 ft.
• Stage: Single-Stage
• Max Snow Clearing Depth: 10 in.
• Auger Diameter: 8.5 in.
• Intake Height: 13 in.
• Clearing Width: 21 in.
• Paddle Material: Heavy-duty rubber
• Chute Rotation: 200°
• Drive Type: Push with auger assistance
• Weight: 79 lbs.
• Warranty: 5-year limited
• Price: $599 (bare), $999 (kit)

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