Chainsaw Buying Guide
Why Buy a STIHL Chainsaw
Whether you need a chainsaw for occasional use or professional use, STIHL chainsaws are legendary for the quality and performance they provide to their owners year after year. STIHL makes the #1 selling brand of chainsaws worldwide, known for their dependability and durability, and packed full of features that deliver optimal performance and increased comfort.
Real STIHL. Find Yours.
Achieve more with the right saw for the job. Whether you need to cut firewood, do precision pruning, or fell trees, there is a STIHL chainsaw for you. Consider the scope of work you intend to perform before you select a chainsaw. What power source you’ll use – gas, battery, or electric – should also be a factor in your selection. Choose your saw based on your requirements for mobility, ease of starting, and weight, as well as initial and ongoing costs.
Not sure where to start in choosing the right one for you? Try our chainsaw selector.
Types of Chainsaws
Better understand which STIHL chainsaws have the power and features you need for your task by exploring each category.
performance with great value. Like all STIHL
chainsaws, they feature German engineering and
advanced technology. The STIHL Quickstop® chain
brake system is designed to stop the chain in a
fraction of a second and can be activated by inertia
in the event of kickback. STIHL chainsaws have
many more features, including anti-vibration
technology for enhanced comfort.
Ranch saws.These high-performance chainsaws are
engineered for service, day in and day out. The
chainsaws in this category are ideal fora variety of
uses, including firewood cutting and storm cleanup.
tree service, and big firewood cutting jobs,
professionals trust STIHL. Our pro chainsaws have
the reliability, power and features needed to tackle
the toughest jobs. The choice of professional
arborists and forestry workers – from
world-renowned tree-care experts and loggers
across the globe to worldwide competitors in the
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® Series, the STIHL name
is synonymous with professional power.
you expect from STIHL, but in an easily portable,
instant-starting package. Quiet, reliable performance
that allows the user to work almost anywhere,
anytime are a hallmark of these innovative saws.
Available in the AK and AP Series.
chainsaws.They're lightweight, start instantly and
have an infinite run time. If you've got an outlet,
you've got STIHL power
Benefits of STIHL
Our legendary saws are backed by more than just a trusted name. Your local authorized STIHL Dealer is always ready to provide sound advice on product selection, proper equipment use and recommended protective apparel.
If you have specific questions about a chainsaw, such as which size guide bar to buy or how to find a direct comparison of performance between two or more models of chainsaws, visit your local STIHL Dealer for more information.
Additionally, there's a dependable warranty available, giving you peace of mind with your purchase. You may also be eligible to double your warranty on your next chainsaw purchase.