For cutting firewood to length, a battery chainsaw skips the fuel, the starter rope and the carburetor. The trade-off is that bar length, voltage and whether a battery is even included decide what you actually need to buy.
The six saws below run from a 12 inch bar to an 18 inch bar. Specs, cut counts and runtimes are the makers’ own figures from each product’s listing page. We have not used these saws ourselves. Always follow the maker’s manual for use and maintenance.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Bar length | Listed bars run from 12 to 18 inch; check the maker’s manual for what each saw is meant to cut |
| Battery included | Four of these are tool only, so a battery and charger are an extra purchase |
| Weight | Listed weights run from about 9 to 15 pounds |
| Oiling and tensioning | Automatic oilers and tool-free tension are listed on most |
Specs at a Glance
| Saw | Bar and weight | Battery | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenworks 18 in | 18 in; 5.1 kg listed | Tool only | Maker: up to 250 cuts on 4×4 lumber per charge |
| Husqvarna 542i XP | 16 in; 9 lb | Tool only | Rear handle; centrifugal clutch; oil indicator |
| Greenworks 16 in | 16 in; 9.7 lb | Tool only | Maker: up to 100 cuts on 4×4; scabbard included |
| Kobalt 14 in | 14 in; 11.1 lb | Not included | Listed at 1.2 hp; auto oiler |
| BLACK+DECKER LCS1240 | 12 in; 10.4 lb | 2.0Ah and charger | Maker: over 60 4×4 pine cuts per charge |
| V-MODEST 16 in | 16 in; 15 lb | Two 6.0Ah and charger | Maker: up to 220 cuts per charge |
The 6 Best Battery Chainsaws for Firewood
1. Greenworks 40V 18 Inch Brushless Chainsaw
An 18 inch bar and chain on a brushless 40V saw (model CS40L05). The maker lists up to 250 cuts on 4×4 lumber per charge, an automatic oiler, easy-adjust tensioning and push button start. It is sold as a tool only, so the battery and charger are extra.
Suits: owners of the Greenworks 40V system. Strengths: the longest bar here and a listed weight of 5.1 kg, which we could not cross-check. Weaknesses: no battery included. Skip it if you do not own 40V batteries.
View Greenworks 40V 18 Inch Brushless Chainsaw CS40L05 on Amazon
2. Husqvarna 542i XP 16 Inch Battery Chainsaw
A 40V rear-handle saw with a 16 inch bar, listed at 9 pounds. The listing describes a centrifugal clutch, high chain speed, a keypad with a savE function to choose runtime or power, and a chain oil indicator. Battery and charger are not included.
Suits: a pro-style saw with a keypad. Strengths: a low listed weight for a 16 inch bar. Weaknesses: tool only. Skip it if you want a complete kit.
View Husqvarna 542i XP 16 Inch Battery Chainsaw on Amazon
3. Greenworks 40V 16 Inch Chainsaw
A brushless 16 inch saw (model CS40L02) that the maker says makes up to 100 cuts on 4×4 lumber per charge. It has an automatic oiler and pro-style tensioning for bar and chain maintenance, and the box includes a scabbard and operator’s manual. The page also lists a horsepower figure that looks implausible for a 40V saw, so we have not repeated it.
Suits: a mid-length bar. Strengths: a scabbard is included. Weaknesses: tool only, with one doubtful spec. Skip it if you need included batteries.
View Greenworks 40V 16 Inch Chainsaw CS40L02 on Amazon
4. Kobalt 40V 14 Inch Brushless Chainsaw
A bare-tool brushless 14 inch saw listed at 1.2 horsepower and 11.1 pounds, with an automatic oiler. The listing says the battery and charger are not included.
Suits: existing Kobalt 40V owners. Strengths: a shorter bar. Weaknesses: a thin listing, and it is heavier than the 16 inch Husqvarna. Skip it if you have no Kobalt batteries.
View Kobalt 40V 14 Inch Brushless Chainsaw on Amazon
5. BLACK+DECKER 40V MAX 12 Inch Chainsaw LCS1240
A 12 inch saw that ships with a 2.0Ah battery and charger. The maker lists over 60 4×4 pine cuts per charge, automatic oiling, tool-less chain tensioning, a wraparound handle and a charge indicator. Listed weight is 10.4 pounds.
Suits: a complete starter kit. Strengths: battery and charger included. Weaknesses: a short bar. Skip it if you want a longer bar.
View BLACK+DECKER 40V MAX 12 Inch Chainsaw LCS1240 on Amazon
6. V-MODEST 40V 16 Inch Chainsaw With Two Batteries
A 16 inch brushless saw with two 6.0Ah batteries and a charger. The seller lists up to 220 cuts per charge, a 32.8 ft/s chain speed, auto oiling, an oil window and tool-free tension. Weight is listed at 15 pounds.
Suits: a full kit for longer sessions. Strengths: two batteries. Weaknesses: the heaviest listed weight here, and an unfamiliar brand. Skip it if you want a major tool name.
View V-MODEST 40V 16 Inch Brushless Chainsaw Kit on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Follow the maker’s manual for use, bar oil, chain tension and storage.
- Check which battery system each saw uses before buying a tool-only model.
- Read the maker’s guidance on protective gear in the manual.
- Use the accessories the maker supplies as the manual describes.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying a tool-only saw without a compatible battery.
- Treating the makers’ cut counts as guaranteed.
- Skipping the manual.
- Forgetting that the cut counts are the makers’ figures.
Battery Chainsaw FAQ
How many cuts per charge?
The makers quote 60 to 250 cuts on 4×4 lumber. These are their figures and depend on the battery.
What do I need to hold the wood?
See folding sawhorses for a stand.
The Short Version
For the longest bar, the Greenworks 18 inch. For a pro-style keypad, the Husqvarna 542i XP. For a mid-length tool, the Greenworks 16 inch. For a smaller bar, the Kobalt 14 inch. For a starter kit, the BLACK+DECKER. For two batteries, the V-MODEST.
