Tree and Forestry

While we cover lots of landscaping tools, many reviews focus on tree and forestry tools. Our tree and forestry tool reviews include chainsaw reviews and pole saw reviews. They also include log splitter reviews, stump grinder reviews, wood chipper reviews, and more. When covering these tree and forestry tools, we really focus on the three pillars of power, durability, and safety. Without any one of these three, the tools do not hold up well under intensive use. When you’re dealing with trees, you can’t afford to lose time when a tool underperforms or fails prematurely. Forestry Tool Reviews Technology is constantly changing. The introduction of cordless forestry tools is altering the way chainsaws get used above ground. New battery-powered solutions provide less noise and vibration. They even introduce more safety features for those working high above the ground—no pull start, for example. These new products may even increase your chances of winning some municipal and residential landscaping jobs.

DEWALT 20V MAX XR CORDLESS POLE SAW

DeWalt 20V Max XR Cordless Pole Saw DCPS620M1

Fans of DeWalt cordless tools are getting another OPE choice with the DeWalt 20V Max XR Cordless Pole Saw. It’s part of a cordless system that includes more than 200 compatible tools. Designed for lawn care and landscaping applications, DeWalt has storm damage cleanup, brush clearing, branch pruning, shrubbery trimming, and lot clearing in mind […]

Makita XCU08 Cordless Top Handle Chainsaw Review

Makita XCU08 Cordless Top Handle Chainsaw Kisses Gas Goodbye The Makita XCU08 cordless top handle chainsaw is a specialty model that targets the needs of arborists and utility workers. Our test model is the 14″ version and it’s also available with a 16″ bar as the XCU09 or you can simply swap out the stock […]

Review9.4(out of 10)

EGO 18″ Cordless Chainsaw CS1800 Review

EGO 18″ Cordless Chainsaw Knocks Out a Couple of World’s Firsts to Go Along with Outstanding Performance The EGO 18″ cordless chainsaw comes in as more than just an upgrade to their 18″ model with a couple of extra inches on the bar. It’s touting higher performance, a couple of new to world features, and […]

Makita XCU09 Cordless Chainsaw

Makita Top Handle Cordless Chainsaws – XCU08 and XCU09

Can These Two New Makita Cordless Chainsaws Compete With Gas? Makita has just announced the launch of the new brushless cordless 14″ and 16″ top handle chainsaws, adding yet another layer to their already diverse chainsaw portfolio. The XCU08 and XCU09 feature a compact design, making them the ideal choice for arborists and utility workers. […]

Worx 40V Chainsaw Hits Power Share Lineup

Two 20V Batteries Keep Worx 40V Chainsaw Fired Up Over the weekend, Worx announced a new 40V chainsaw that runs off the brand’s Power Share battery platform. The new chainsaw sports a slew of features designed to make the operator’s life easier, and with the synergy it has with other 20V and 40V tools on […]

DeWalt Cordless Pole Saw Coming Soon!

DeWalt Adds A Pole Saw to the Extensive List of 20V Max Tools DeWalt has just announced that they’ll be releasing a new pole saw on their 20V Max battery platform. The DCPS620 will offer a 10′ – 15′ reach and an 8″ bar, making it a solid option for pruning, trimming, and clearing brush. […]

KEEN Utility St. Paul 6″ Waterproof Boots Review

KEEN Utility St. Paul Work Boots Manage Moisture in Style KEEN Utility St. Paul work boots are waterproof with a carbon fiber toe and 6″ tall. That says a lot, but it doesn’t say everything you really need to know before dropping $190 on a pair. With the KEEN Utility Dover setting a new standard […]

Husqvarna 550XP Mark II Chainsaw

Husqvarna Aims to Cut More, Cut Better, Cut Longer As part of their revamped line of more powerful, lighter chainsaws, the Husqvarna 550Xp Mark II chainsaw aims for superb maneuverability. Husqvarna claims that this saw exhibits best-in-class cutting performance, as well as a whole bunch of features to streamline operations and improve the lifespan of the […]