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Get to work on backyard projects with a top-rated chainsaw. The kinds of jobs you plan to do should dictate the type of chainsaw you buy.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best chainsaws.
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Decide which type of chainsaw you'll buy—gas or electric, corded or cordless—based on the kind of sawing you'll do, how often you'll do it, and how far from a power outlet you plan to work.
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