When it came to performance, this machine both impressed and disappointed me. It was great with smaller branches but not so great with larger tree trunks, to the point where the motor cut out a few times because I kept getting frustrated and unintentionally put too much pressure on it. It also has quite a slow cutting speed of just 4.3 m/s . Again, this isn’t really noticeable when you’re cutting smaller pieces of wood, but it makes things more tedious when you’re working with larger limbs. That said, you can enjoy cutting wood limbs or firewood materials all day long without actually fatiguing your arms. Plus, What I loved about Makita XCU04PT are its compactness and portability. You can literally hang it around yourself and it won’t even touch the ground.

Makita-built outer rotor brushless motor direct-drive system delivers power of a 32cc gas chain saw Model XCU03PT1 is a kit and includes the Chain Saw, four fast-charging 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion 5.0Ah batteries and an efficient 18V Dual Port Rapid Optimum Charger. Two 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries deliver power and performance without leaving the 18V LXT® platform Makita is famed for being one of the best power tool brands around and, after testing many of their cordless tools, I can see why. So, while I had high hopes for their DUC353Z Twin 18V Cordless Chainsaw, I was also a little doubtful about whether or not it would be up to the task that I had in mind for it – helping me to slice up the several mature trees that Storm Arwen had scattered around my farm. The chainsaw, first of all, arrived all assembled in a fine storage box. So, I didn’t face any issue while taking it out from the case.Less noise – one of the biggest advantages of a battery-powered chainsaw is that it’s far quieter than its petrol alternatives. There’s usually less vibration too, making it more comfortable to operate But how does this machine compare to the others when it comes to price? The Ryobi sits somewhere in the middle. Yes, you could buy yourself a more powerful petrol chainsaw for less, but you’d end up with a much heavier and more cumbersome machine. Plus, with its powerful motor and fast cutting speed, this one will do just about anything that a similar-sized petrol chainsaw will do – it really does function so well. From Makita 36v Chainsaw Review, one thing is confirmed you’ll have no issues while carrying it around from one place to another. Value for Money: I compared each model’s design, performance, power, safety and ease of assembly and use against its price point. Chainsaws that offered a lot of features, excellent performance, and easy usage while remaining affordable were deemed the best value for money.

Makita-built Outer Rotor BL™ Brushless Motor direct-drive system provides power of a 30cc gas chain saw There are both pros and cons to this chainsaw’s price. While you could bag yourself a more powerful petrol chainsaw for almost half the price, this one offers up a number of features that are worth paying more for. For many, the most important would be how it’s pretty much ready to get going as soon as it’s out of the box – the ultimate in chainsaw convenience! Compared to other cordless chainsaws, its price is reasonable, especially considering that it comes with two batteries (plus a dual charger) and a two year manufacturer’s warranty. If you’re going to be investing in a cordless chainsaw, then you’ll want a machine that’s going to be comfortable and easy to use. For this, you’ll need ergonomic, soft-grip handles, which most chainsaws usually come with. A secondary handle is also useful for giving you extra manoeuvrability. That’s right, I said batteries – plural. This 36V battery powered chainsaw has been designed to run on two 18V batteries . This gives it a chunkier look and feel than those that hold just one battery. It boasts a few other thoughtful design features too, from its claw stop to its oil level indicator to its handy on/off button. Its cutting bar is 30cm in length, which is on the higher end of the scale for cordless chainsaws. The fact that this battery operated chainsaw can use two 18v batteries at once already makes it a standout among other chainsaw brands.Last but not the least, I’d want to talk a little bit about the batteries that come with the Makita 36v chainsaw.

It’s part of Makita’s expanding 18V LXT System, the world’s largest cordless tool system powered by 18V lithium-ion slide-style batteries. Makita® 18V Lithium-Ion Batteries have the fastest charge times in their categories, so they spend more time working and less time sitting on the charger. Assembly Ease: I assessed assembly ease on how long it took to put the chainsaw together and the clarity of the instructions provided. I deemed any chainsaws that took more than 20 minutes too long, as this may take significantly longer for someone who is unfamiliar with this tool. I also marked down chainsaws that didn’t provide clear instructions, those that took longer than specified, or models where the parts didn’t seamlessly fit together. Chainsaws that required no assembly were given top marks, as these designs made the tool more accessible for less experienced users.Plus, the box also contains 4 lithium-ion batteries with a battery kit to take care of power issues. Where this battery powered chainsaw really shines is in how easy it is to use. I loved how lightweight this machine is – at just 3kg , even with the battery in, it’s not going to leave your arms aching, which cannot be said for most of the other chainsaws that I tested.

Automatic chain lubrication, the amount of chain oil can be regulated allowing the user to make adjustments based on whether they are cutting hard or soft wood, and it has a mains power switch with auto power off function which automatically turns off the chainsaw after no activity for 1 minute. MAKITA DUC405Z FEATURES Two 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion batteries deliver 36V power and performance without leaving the 18V LXT® platform (batteries and charger not included) While I may have found a few more flaws to this battery powered chainsaw when compared to the others that I tested, its price makes up for these. This is a very affordable machine – you’d struggle to find a good chainsaw for any cheaper, especially one that doesn’t skimp out on quality.I also tried something new this time. Attached it around my body, climbed a tree, and started cutting a large enough branch with the chainsaw. In terms of how easy this chainsaw is to use, I would give it top marks. It’s pretty compact and, at 3.6 kg , lightweight enough to not leave you with sore arms. It also has an automatic oiling system that keeps the chain consistently greased up with oil, although I’ve yet to see a chainsaw that doesn’t offer this feature.