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Homeowners who want a capable battery saw without gas maintenance: The right battery chainsaw for most homeowners. The 80V platform has enough power for typical tasks and the no-maintenance operation is a real quality-of-life improvement over gas.
Best Overall for Homeowners: The chainsaw a homeowner actually uses. Starts every time, stores without ceremony, cuts plenty for yard work.
Best Overall Under $300: The best budget chainsaw for homeowners who want zero maintenance and instant start. The 80V battery delivers.
Best Electric Overall: Best Pressure Washers 2026: 6 Models Compared for Power, Durability, and Value
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Battery chainsaws in 2026 are not what they were five years ago. For homeowners cutting firewood or handling storm cleanup, they're now a legitimate alternative to gas -- and in some ways easier to live with.
A 24-inch gas saw is too much chainsaw for most homeowners. We tested 7 chainsaws with bars under 20 inches for storm cleanup, firewood bucking, and light limbing. Here are the 3 that fit the job.
Under $300 you can get a capable chainsaw for yard work and occasional firewood cutting. Here are the models worth buying -- and which to avoid.
Spring cleaning season is when most people realize they need a pressure washer. After comparing 6 current models for home surfaces, specs, and upkeep, these are the ones worth shortlisting.
Outdoor power tool gift picks for Dad in 2026 -- pressure washers, leaf blowers, string trimmers, and more. Tested and ranked for Father's Day and Memorial Day.
Small-yard mowers have different requirements than half-acre mowers: lighter, more maneuverable, and able to store in a closet. We tested 5 cordless mowers specifically for properties under 1/4 acre to find the best picks for 2026.
Buying outdoor power tools one at a time is the expensive way to do it. These 5 OPE combo kits give you mower, trimmer, and blower on a single battery platform: we tested them to find the best value for homeowners in 2026.
Electric washers have their place: but for serious spring cleaning, oil stains, or stripping paint, gas is in a different league. We tested 5 gas pressure washers across real driveways, decks, and equipment to find the best for 2026.
We tested 5 pressure washers on real decks: cedar, composite, and pressure-treated lumber. Here are the best pressure washers for decks that clean without destroying wood grain.
We tested 5 string trimmers on thick grass, fence lines, and overgrown edges. Best gas and battery picks for homeowners and pros in 2026.
The $200 price point used to mean underpowered chainsaws with short bars and weak chains. Not anymore. We tested 6 chainsaws under $200 to find the ones that actually cut cleanly, run reliably, and handle real yard work.
We tested 5 pressure washers on oil-stained concrete, pavers, and stamped driveways. Here are the best pressure washers for driveways in 2026.
Your lawn mower won't start after winter? Here's exactly how to get gas, battery, and riding mowers running again with a step-by-step spring startup guide.
Step-by-step guide to sharpening chainsaw chains by hand and with an electric sharpener. Covers file sizes, angles by chain type, and when to replace instead of sharpen.
We tested 5 cordless hedge trimmers for 2026. Compare battery life, blade length, and cutting performance from Milwaukee, DEWALT, EGO, Makita, and Ryobi.
We tested 5 cordless leaf blowers for 2026. Compare CFM, MPH, noise levels, and battery life from Milwaukee, DEWALT, EGO, Makita, and Greenworks.
We tested 5 electric pressure washers for 2026. Compare PSI, GPM, portability, and hose length from Sun Joe, Greenworks, Ryobi, Karcher, and Westinghouse.
We tested 5 electric snow blowers for 2026. Compare clearing width, battery life, and throwing distance from EGO, Toro, Snow Joe, Greenworks, and Ryobi.
We tested 5 inverter generators for camping trips. Best quiet pick: Honda EU2200i. Best value: Champion 2000W. Noise levels and runtime compared.
Tested on wet leaves, gravel, and compacted debris. The EGO 650 CFM wins overall. Full gas vs. battery breakdown for fall yard cleanup.
We tested 5 portable generators for 2026. Compare wattage, runtime, fuel type, and portability from Champion, Westinghouse, DuroMax, Generac, and Pulsar.
We tested 5 snow blowers for 2026 including gas and battery models. Compare clearing width, intake height, and stages from Toro, Ariens, Honda, EGO, and Cub Cadet.
We tested the best chainsaws for cutting and splitting firewood: top picks for homeowners stacking a cord or two each season in 2026.
Ryobi RY404150 rated 4.5/5. 730 CFM at a quieter decibel level than most gas blowers: ideal for HOA neighborhoods and early-morning yard work.
Makita XBU04Z rated 4.5/5. Uses two 18V LXT batteries for 36V output: no new batteries needed if you own LXT tools.
DeWalt DCBL722B rated 4.5/5. 450 CFM, brushless motor, axial fan design. Best cordless blower for DeWalt 20V MAX users who want yard cleanup without a
Milwaukee 2724-20 rated 4.5/5. 450 CFM, brushless motor, runs on any M18 battery. Best cordless blower for contractors who already own M18 tools and w
DeWalt DCCS670B rated 4.4/5. 60V FLEXVOLT delivers gas-comparable cutting speed on a 16-inch bar.
Milwaukee 2825-21ST -- M18 FUEL String Trimmer Kit Milwaukee M18 FUEL ⭐ 4.6/5 A gas-replacing string trimmer for homeowners and landscapers who want professional results without mixing fuel.
Milwaukee 2727-20 rated 4.5/5. Gas-free 16-inch chainsaw on M18 FUEL: no fumes, no fuel mixing, no maintenance.
The complete guide to outdoor power tools in 2026: chainsaws, mowers, trimmers, blowers, and pressure washers. Expert picks and buying advice for every yard size.
EGO, Greenworks, and Ryobi: the three biggest battery OPE platforms compared head-to-head on mowers, trimmers, and blowers. Which platform wins for your yard in 2026?
We tested 7 chainsaws from Husqvarna, STIHL, Milwaukee, and DEWALT for power, safety, and runtime. Best gas: Husqvarna 455. Best battery: Milwaukee M18.
A wood chipper turns branches and yard debris into useful mulch, saving you trips to the dump. We tested five top models and ranked them by chipping capacity, portability, and ease of maintenance.
A riding lawn mower turns hours of push mowing into comfortable, efficient yard work. We tested five top-rated models covering everything from compact riders for half-acre lots to heavy-duty zero-turn
Leaf vacuum mulchers clear fall leaves fast and shred them into mulch for your garden. We tested the top five models and ranked them by suction power, mulching ratio, bag capacity, and overall ease of use.
Electric log splitters are quieter, cleaner, and far easier to maintain than gas models. We tested five top-rated options and ranked them by splitting force, cycle time, and portability to help you fi
Electric tillers are perfect for small to medium gardens, raised beds, and soil prep without the noise and maintenance hassles of gas models. We tested five top-rated options to find the best choices for every garden size and budget.
Five battery powered lawn mowers tested and ranked for peak spring 2026: with picks for every yard size and budget. Updated March 2026.