What can this mini chainsaw cut?

Branches and small limbs up to roughly the length of its bar. It is not made for felling trees or cutting thick trunks.

Do I need to oil the chain?

Yes. Fill the bar oil reservoir before each use and check it during longer jobs. A dry chain wears out fast.

How long do the batteries last?

Expect short sessions of intermittent cutting per pack, less in hard wood. The second battery lets you swap and keep going.

Is it safe for beginners?

It is simpler than a gas saw, but the chain is still sharp and exposed. Wear gloves and eye protection and keep both hands clear of the bar.

What comes in the box?

The saw, two batteries, a charger, a spare chain and a carry case.

Can I use other brands' batteries?

Usually not. These kits use their own battery mount, so buy spares from the same line.

Cordless Mini Chainsaw Pruning Saw with 2 Batteries, Charger, Case and Extra Chain

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$48.99at TargetChecked Nov 9

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Cordless Mini Chainsaw Pruning Saw with 2 Batteries, Charger, Case and Extra Chain

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Last seen at $48.99 at Target on Nov 9.

Our take on the Cordless Mini Chainsaw Pruning Saw with 2 Batteries, Charger, Case and Extra Chain

A handheld battery-powered pruning saw with a straight bar, sold as a kit with two batteries, a charger, a carry case and a spare chain. It is built for light limbing, storm cleanup and cutting branches too thick for loppers, where a full-size chainsaw is overkill. Against one-battery rivals it keeps you cutting while the second pack charges, and the spare chain means a dull or damaged chain does not end the job. It is not a felling saw: bar length and motor size limit it to small-diameter wood.

Best forHomeowners clearing branches and storm debrisGardeners pruning trees and shrubsCampers and allotment users cutting firewoodAnyone who wants a saw without gas or cords

Pros

Two batteries let you keep working while one charges
Spare chain included, so a dull chain is a quick swap
Carry case keeps saw, batteries, charger and chain together
Light and compact next to a full-size chainsaw
No gas, no cord, no pull start

Cons

Small bar and motor suit branches, not trunks
Chain needs frequent tensioning and oiling
Batteries are usually shared only within the same brand line
Cheap kits often have slow chargers and short runtimes
Safety features are basic compared with pro saws

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Cordless Mini Chainsaw Pruning Saw with 2 Batteries, Charger, Case and Extra Chain price history

Lowest price we've seen: $48.99 on Nov 9 at Target. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of this class of mini chainsaw generally find it handy for pruning and light cleanup and easy to handle one-handed on small cuts. Complaints centre on battery runtime, chain stretch and the need to oil and tension the chain often.

What people mention

Battery lifeMixedOwners say the two packs cover short pruning sessions but drain fast in hardwood.
Chain tensionCriticisedThe chain stretches and needs retensioning often, sometimes mid-job.
WeightPraisedUsers like that it is light enough to hold overhead for small cuts.
Cutting powerMixedFine on branches up to a few inches, but it bogs down in thicker or green wood.
OilingCriticisedThe bar oil reservoir empties quickly and some owners forget to refill it.
CasePraisedThe included case keeps the saw, batteries and spare chain together.

Specifications

Saw Style: Straight Bar
With Case: Yes
Color: Red

Questions and answers

What can this mini chainsaw cut?: Branches and small limbs up to roughly the length of its bar. It is not made for felling trees or cutting thick trunks.
Do I need to oil the chain?: Yes. Fill the bar oil reservoir before each use and check it during longer jobs. A dry chain wears out fast.
How long do the batteries last?: Expect short sessions of intermittent cutting per pack, less in hard wood. The second battery lets you swap and keep going.
Is it safe for beginners?: It is simpler than a gas saw, but the chain is still sharp and exposed. Wear gloves and eye protection and keep both hands clear of the bar.
What comes in the box?: The saw, two batteries, a charger, a spare chain and a carry case.
Can I use other brands' batteries?: Usually not. These kits use their own battery mount, so buy spares from the same line.
Where is the Cordless Mini Chainsaw Pruning Saw with 2 Batteries, Charger, Case and Extra Chain cheapest?: At Target, for $48.99, as of our latest check.

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