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Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
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UPDATE: More delicate than I thought - Reducing to four stars
Update: Original review (below) noted that the bar and chain are delicate but I didn't realize just how delicate until I tried using it to clear some undergrowth of tall grass, weeds and softwood branches and stems. In about 20 minutes I ruined two, brand new chains. The stuff I was cutting would grab at the chain, pulling it off the bar despite being properly tensioned. Once off, the momentum of the chain would twist and bend the links, making it unusable. I've been using chainsaws for 40+ years and I know how to tension chains. This is the first saw that's given me any problem.
I'm going to continue using it. The chains are at least cheap and the convenience is undeniable. But beware - it's easy to mistreat it.
Order extra chains. You may need them as you learn the limits of this machine.
Original review:
This is definitely a light duty tool as the bar and chain are thin bordering on delicate. I would not use it to cut a winter's worth of firewood or clear old growth timber. But for pruning, clearing out brush and saplings, it's just fine. Being able to simply pick it up and start cutting is a very great convenience.
As for problems other reviewers have reported: Yes, it 'leaks' bar oil. I've got four other chainsaws and they all exude bar oil to some degree. The oil collects on the bar and chain as it is supposed to during operation and then can slowly ooze down onto the underlying surface during storage. I just put down a couple layers of newspaper to absorb the oil.
Also, pressing the power switch enables the saw for about 60 seconds before timing out. This has not caused the slightest problem.
I'm going to continue using it. The chains are at least cheap and the convenience is undeniable. But beware - it's easy to mistreat it.
Order extra chains. You may need them as you learn the limits of this machine.
Original review:
This is definitely a light duty tool as the bar and chain are thin bordering on delicate. I would not use it to cut a winter's worth of firewood or clear old growth timber. But for pruning, clearing out brush and saplings, it's just fine. Being able to simply pick it up and start cutting is a very great convenience.
As for problems other reviewers have reported: Yes, it 'leaks' bar oil. I've got four other chainsaws and they all exude bar oil to some degree. The oil collects on the bar and chain as it is supposed to during operation and then can slowly ooze down onto the underlying surface during storage. I just put down a couple layers of newspaper to absorb the oil.
Also, pressing the power switch enables the saw for about 60 seconds before timing out. This has not caused the slightest problem.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
Great Power and Feel
I like this saw a lot and already have a ton of Makita batteries for use. I have a gas powered Stihl MS360 which is a powerful commercial 20" saw but I don't always need the power or inconvenience of starting it and the oil exhaust smell. I bought this saw for sporadic use around the yard cutting long pieces of wood for splitting and for campfires while camping. I enjoy big fires camping and that means lots of wood preparation. As I am getting older I don't mind the splitting by hand but do find the hand sawing to wear on me. This saw is perfect for my use.
I read about all the complaints on the safety button features and actually found the feature a benefit for my type of use as there are usually younger kids around. I purchased a plastic chainsaw case (Husqvarna 24 Inch Chainsaw Hard Sided Storage and Transport Box Case) holds the saw, four batteries and a small container of oil and I am set to go for about a few hours of casual cutting. The saw also has a great balance and feel to it similar to the Stihl gas saw.
I read about all the complaints on the safety button features and actually found the feature a benefit for my type of use as there are usually younger kids around. I purchased a plastic chainsaw case (Husqvarna 24 Inch Chainsaw Hard Sided Storage and Transport Box Case) holds the saw, four batteries and a small container of oil and I am set to go for about a few hours of casual cutting. The saw also has a great balance and feel to it similar to the Stihl gas saw.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Clean power and torque with minimal hassle.
I was skeptical about this saw. I am a homeowner, not a tree surgeon, and source my firewood from local deadfall and any trees in my yard that I either take down myself or hire a crew (for larger maple, ash, oaks etc). I was using a 35cc Homelite.
First thing I noticed was the torque and power from this thing is instant. None of the lag associated with gas powered engines. Second: it doesn't idle! Should be obvious but it never occurred to me how nice it would be to put the saw down between cuts, and not hear it, nor worry about it walking off some elevated surface I might have laid in down on. Battery life is good: I can get through more than enough cutting in a charge. By the time the batteries are dead, it's time to grab the axe and get to splitting anyway.
Love this thing. I was already invested in the LXT toolkit, so getting 4 5AH batteries with this saw is a no brainer. If you've already got a bunch of LXT tools and need a chainsaw, this is it. If you are not yet wed to any brand, then check Ryobi, Dewalt, etc and see if they carry the stuff you need. That's a different discussion all together, and probably has more to do with your favorite color than anything else.
As long as you're not mixing oil and gas, choking the carb, yanking a string several times and wondering wtf is wrong with your gas powered chain saw THIS time, you're better off!
First thing I noticed was the torque and power from this thing is instant. None of the lag associated with gas powered engines. Second: it doesn't idle! Should be obvious but it never occurred to me how nice it would be to put the saw down between cuts, and not hear it, nor worry about it walking off some elevated surface I might have laid in down on. Battery life is good: I can get through more than enough cutting in a charge. By the time the batteries are dead, it's time to grab the axe and get to splitting anyway.
Love this thing. I was already invested in the LXT toolkit, so getting 4 5AH batteries with this saw is a no brainer. If you've already got a bunch of LXT tools and need a chainsaw, this is it. If you are not yet wed to any brand, then check Ryobi, Dewalt, etc and see if they carry the stuff you need. That's a different discussion all together, and probably has more to do with your favorite color than anything else.
As long as you're not mixing oil and gas, choking the carb, yanking a string several times and wondering wtf is wrong with your gas powered chain saw THIS time, you're better off!
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
Reviews may not be accepted
I would be happy to review this item, however, my last review was rejected. This has never before happened to me and I have reviewed many times, some positive, some negative, but never in bad taste. I left a review on my purchase on June 16, 2019 and I thought it was quite positive. Amazon rejected my review on the basis that it did not meet their standards. I have never left reviews that are offensive or contain any vulgar comments. I do not know if this message will reach you, since it will, apparently go through Amazon. I will not be reviewing Amazon purchases in the future unless I receive an apology. It takes time to write reviews and everyone likes to be appreciated for their time given.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
It would also be great seniors. Battery life is good but I'm glad ...
This 36V saw is a game changer for the vast majority of routine jobs. After using a few days, it appears to have the power of a small gas saw. It cuts quickly and didn't stop or get bogged down in a variety of wood species. The need to push the safety button was not an issue since it stays in the ready mode as long as you keep your hand on the rear handle (when the little lever on top is depressed). It's about the right weight- heavy enough not to jump around but still lighter than gas saws. You can also use for indoor tasks. It's not made for hours firewood cutting or trees over a foot in diameter but it will be my go-to saw for everything else. It would also be great seniors. Battery life is good but I'm glad I got the package with four batteries.
My only suggestion is that Makita offer a storage bag or case with places for the saw, 2 spare batteries and a couple of quarts of chain oil.
My only suggestion is that Makita offer a storage bag or case with places for the saw, 2 spare batteries and a couple of quarts of chain oil.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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BEST Chainsaw
I feel bad I didn't review this sooner, it's in my list of stuff unreviewed/stunned me.
*I LOVE THIS CHAINSAW*.
I watched *piles* of YouTube vids, with this and other saws, this one always seemed *quality*. And while I'll credit Milwaukee with having a stronger saw, I dunno it's that much stronger/they both get the job done. Makita's got less issues with thrown chains, oil leaks, etc, even, seemed more sturdy. I've only ever thrown my chain once using the Makita chainsaw, and that was doing stuff I shouldn't have been doing.
I did hear of this annoying on/off button issue - it having a safety time out that was 4 seconds or somejunk. Mine? I'm not even sure, lasts about a minute I'd guess. But it's the new updated version that I'd gotten, it was fine on time-outs.
I liked the old-school tensioning system more, or thought I would, truth? I'm still curious how I'd like them both, compared side-by-side. But I've had no real issue getting the tooless-tensioner to work. At least past the learning curve of figuring out how it worked in the first place. But that was day 1... Had to get this version to get more batteries and in all ways it's just been a fine saw.
I stored it on a bag, it did leak a lil' oil, that leakage is how the system works/it happens. I also observed Makita was one of the few electric chainsaws I saw with oiling adjustment possibilities. There's some screw you can turn, somewhere, I forget, I've never adjusted it, take it out of the box/start the batteries charging/put it together/go cut some stuff.
IMO, this is, seriously, the best electric chainsaw on the market, overall. Milwaukee cuts harder, fine. Makita cuts really damn well, seems more reserved/elegant/quality. Dewalt, etc, didn't even impress me with their supposed chainsaws, not even worth mention. But *don't* take my word on the Makita chainsaw -- go watch *piles* of chainsaw videos on YouTube, see what you think...
And just for humor's sake? I got this saw over a tree near a new car I'd bought, birds kept crapping on my car. Daily. So i thought I'd remove the tree. Once I researched/ordered this perfect saw -- and it is pretty damn perfect -- but while I was waiting for it to arrive, I observed my car was being hit sometimes where the tree wasn't. I thought more, figured it out, the older car I left fairly dirty. I hate night drivers with ultra-bright LED lights (you know who you are, punks!) and so I let the mirrors get dirty. Newer car? Nice and polished? I was attracting rutty grumpy birds who saw themselves and had to bat at the window/leave messes on the car. I got a saw, I got both bars, both covers, replacement chains, etc, and basically blew about half a grand on problem solved, before anything arrived, by the application of 2 spare plastic grocery bags (to cover the mirrors). On the upside? Did some yard clearing, since...
The biggest complaint I've seen? Is battery life. Electric chainsaws *all* eat their battery, some use stronger batteries, makita's using 2x5 amp hour but they're 18V batteries powering a 36V system. Which is why it cuts so much nicer than many other saws. Milwaukee's doing an 18V battery/system, but at 12 amp hours/it's powerful over the battery pushing it. Ponder how you're going to use the saw -- a tree falls, you'll cut it into segments, move them out your driveway? Because most tests I saw were them cutting "cookies" -- slicing a log over and over into small circle-discs. I remember someone saying Makita could only do 40-45 or so of those. But a 50' tree falls and you cut it into 2' log segments, 24 cuts, you could do that about-twice. Are you then taking 2' segments and using the chainsaw to slice them into logs? Because a good axe swing can split those... For my use, overgrown yard, I'd go here and there and take down saplings. Or do actual limbing. But most of my cuts were small, quick, over, a battery saw doesn't keep running/burning fuel, it's only really running while you're using it. Suffice I've gone out cutting, and stopped, and still had most of my battery left. I'm also horribly unfit, lazy, etc...
*I LOVE THIS CHAINSAW*.
I watched *piles* of YouTube vids, with this and other saws, this one always seemed *quality*. And while I'll credit Milwaukee with having a stronger saw, I dunno it's that much stronger/they both get the job done. Makita's got less issues with thrown chains, oil leaks, etc, even, seemed more sturdy. I've only ever thrown my chain once using the Makita chainsaw, and that was doing stuff I shouldn't have been doing.
I did hear of this annoying on/off button issue - it having a safety time out that was 4 seconds or somejunk. Mine? I'm not even sure, lasts about a minute I'd guess. But it's the new updated version that I'd gotten, it was fine on time-outs.
I liked the old-school tensioning system more, or thought I would, truth? I'm still curious how I'd like them both, compared side-by-side. But I've had no real issue getting the tooless-tensioner to work. At least past the learning curve of figuring out how it worked in the first place. But that was day 1... Had to get this version to get more batteries and in all ways it's just been a fine saw.
I stored it on a bag, it did leak a lil' oil, that leakage is how the system works/it happens. I also observed Makita was one of the few electric chainsaws I saw with oiling adjustment possibilities. There's some screw you can turn, somewhere, I forget, I've never adjusted it, take it out of the box/start the batteries charging/put it together/go cut some stuff.
IMO, this is, seriously, the best electric chainsaw on the market, overall. Milwaukee cuts harder, fine. Makita cuts really damn well, seems more reserved/elegant/quality. Dewalt, etc, didn't even impress me with their supposed chainsaws, not even worth mention. But *don't* take my word on the Makita chainsaw -- go watch *piles* of chainsaw videos on YouTube, see what you think...
And just for humor's sake? I got this saw over a tree near a new car I'd bought, birds kept crapping on my car. Daily. So i thought I'd remove the tree. Once I researched/ordered this perfect saw -- and it is pretty damn perfect -- but while I was waiting for it to arrive, I observed my car was being hit sometimes where the tree wasn't. I thought more, figured it out, the older car I left fairly dirty. I hate night drivers with ultra-bright LED lights (you know who you are, punks!) and so I let the mirrors get dirty. Newer car? Nice and polished? I was attracting rutty grumpy birds who saw themselves and had to bat at the window/leave messes on the car. I got a saw, I got both bars, both covers, replacement chains, etc, and basically blew about half a grand on problem solved, before anything arrived, by the application of 2 spare plastic grocery bags (to cover the mirrors). On the upside? Did some yard clearing, since...
The biggest complaint I've seen? Is battery life. Electric chainsaws *all* eat their battery, some use stronger batteries, makita's using 2x5 amp hour but they're 18V batteries powering a 36V system. Which is why it cuts so much nicer than many other saws. Milwaukee's doing an 18V battery/system, but at 12 amp hours/it's powerful over the battery pushing it. Ponder how you're going to use the saw -- a tree falls, you'll cut it into segments, move them out your driveway? Because most tests I saw were them cutting "cookies" -- slicing a log over and over into small circle-discs. I remember someone saying Makita could only do 40-45 or so of those. But a 50' tree falls and you cut it into 2' log segments, 24 cuts, you could do that about-twice. Are you then taking 2' segments and using the chainsaw to slice them into logs? Because a good axe swing can split those... For my use, overgrown yard, I'd go here and there and take down saplings. Or do actual limbing. But most of my cuts were small, quick, over, a battery saw doesn't keep running/burning fuel, it's only really running while you're using it. Suffice I've gone out cutting, and stopped, and still had most of my battery left. I'm also horribly unfit, lazy, etc...
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
Decent saw for home use if you are already on the Makita 18v platform.
First of all, I am a committed Makita fan, having bought my first cordless drill back in about 1991. When my 50 year old Mini-Mac chainsaw died, I needed another small saw for use around my yard in town. I have two much larger Stihl saws at my farm but they are too big for most of what I do around the house. I saw this saw on Amazon for what seemed to be a very good price so I decided to give it a try. The saw itself is well built, has a good bar and chain and the overall build quality seems sturdy. I have used it multiple times for everything from cutting up some fairly large tree limbs (6-8") to trimming some overgrown cedar hedges. It seems to go a long time on a pair of 5ah batteries, at least I never needed to swap them out. My only complaint is the "tool less" bar tensioning system. I would be much happier if it had the more standard 1 or preferably 2 nuts to tighten the bar, and a screw for tensioning the chain. The hand crank and thumb wheel look like they will be the first thing too fail. However, for light use around the yard it will probably last a good many years.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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Way better than gas
I did a lot of research before I purchased this. I can cut a Brazilian pepper in my backyard for an hour straight before the batteries need to be charged. for a homeowner I think that's plenty of work time before charging the batteries. I really thought I wanted to get a small Stihl saw. Real man have gas engines right. Not anymore. This saw is infinitely better than gas. If you have to go out to do a small job you don't stink like 2 stroke exhaust. Pick up the song get it done. All the problems associated with gas engines are ancient history. Battery powered everything is the future. My saw came with a 3-second safety switch. I found it stupid and annoying borderline dangerous like the other reviewers were talking about. I called Makita they informed me that I probably have gotten one of the last three second safety switches. they sent me a shipping label I return the saw they replaced the switch I got it back a few days later. Very good customer service. I bought the package with four batteries and a charger. Now I've got extra batteries for my other Makita tools. Awesome saw love the saw. PS I also love the little Makita vacuum. PPS I also love and use the multi-tool way more than I thought I would.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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Great saw for homeowners
I purchased this saw because I need a chainsaw from time to time but knew I would not use it fequently. Possibly 3x per year would be my need for a chainsaw. I have a gas chainsaw which needs a lot of maintenence and due to lack of frequent use, it no longer starts. I thought an electric saw would better meet my infrequent needs for this type of tool. I considered a corded saw, but when I saw this cordless model, I felt this was the ideal choice. I've used it now once to make firewood out of a tree that recently fell in my yard. I have to say that this saw made easy work of cutting this tree into fireplace-size pieces with little to no effort. I was very inpressed with the power this saw exhibits and for my particular task, there was no issue with battery life. I can see these batteries lasting hours on a full charge. I highly recommend this saw even if you use one 2-4 times per month. I think you will be impressed.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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Impressive Little Chainsaw
I was looking for a small chainsaw to use around the house and on small projects. I had an old Poulan Pro but it has seen better days. I'm slowly converting many of my gas tools over to electric so that's where I started. I have a number of Ryobi One tools and really like them so that was where I started looking. The reviews for the Ryobi showed two things I did not like. One was a lack of a chain-break. That's just a glaring omission in my opinion. The second was a propensity to drool bar and chain oil. This was a common complaint in Amazon reviews as well as professional comparison reviews. In these pro reviews, the Makita did very well when it was tested. I have always loved Makita tools and have a number of their 18V tools so I decided to bite the bullet and spend twice what the Ryobi cost but hopefully end up with a better tool that will give me years of service. I'm not disappointed. The kit I bought came with an extra set of batteries and the dual fast charger. The only real workout I've given it so far, if I can call it that was pruning a large tree in my front yard that required removing and cutting up a number of low hanging limbs. The largest limbs were around 8 inches at the trunk. Butter. The chain speed seemed close to what I'm used to with gas chainsaws but it seemed odd to work so well making so little noise. I worked on that tree for several hours and the batteries stayed at 4 bars - I do really like how you can check the battery level on the tool itself. The chain adjustment is simple and effective. It has a flow adjustment for the bar and chain oil but the factory setting seems good. It's not a super-light tool so if that's a consideration, this isn't a saw I'd want to use up in a tree - though it would probably work OK. There are saws with top handles that would be better for that. It's no heavier than a good gas saw though. Makita just has that premium build quality and strong materials tend to be heavy. So far I'm very impressed and look forward to years of service out of this little work-horse.
When I was deciding whether to get the 14" or 16" saw, I compared the parts lists for both. The bar and chain are the only differences. I decided to get the 14" because that will be more than enough for what I generally need but I can always get a 16" bar and chain for an instant upgrade.
When I was deciding whether to get the 14" or 16" saw, I compared the parts lists for both. The bar and chain are the only differences. I decided to get the 14" because that will be more than enough for what I generally need but I can always get a 16" bar and chain for an instant upgrade.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Amazing saw
This saw was delivered today, I charged all the batteries, installed the bar and chain and filled it with bar and chain oil. It cuts wood like butter, its quiet and easy to handle. Im a life long chain saw user and have spent many hours working on my saws which are all temperamental to say the least. I recently updated my tool arsenal with the Makita brand, everything from Sawzall, impact driver, 12" compound miter saw, curcular saw, orbital sander, etc. After a lot of thought about the pros and cons of a $400 plus battery powered chain saw, #1 no gas smell, I can put it inside my pickup truck behind the seat. Plus don't have to mix up 2 stroke gas. #2 No spark plug to foul, not to mention maintenance on fuel and air filters. I had it in the cart for a month or so, unsure if I actually needed another saw, my husquavarna is only a year old, I finally decided to buy it. I tested the saw for 45 minutes on a small blow down and I have to tell you im impressed and happy with the purchase so far. It was very different for me to use a chain saw without all the noise and the exhaust smell. No cords to pull or the flooding issues when starting, this saw will always be ready for anything as long as your batteries are charged, I got the 14" because it came with 4 batteries and a dual charger. This saw is also a great tool when going off road or an emergency situation, being prepared is no accident. Im glad I bought it, I hope it lasts a long time. After using it today and quick recharge of the batteries I put it behind my seat in the pickup, gotta love it.....
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13.10.2020
10/10
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I love this saw
It's been a long time since I've handled a chainsaw professionally, and nothing I'm doing on my 2/3 of an acre involves long run times. I've used this thing a few times now and at least for a household saw I'm never going back to gas. I was already invested in Makita battery powered tools, so once I decided I was going to buy an electric saw, there wasn't much decision making to do about which one. I've never once regretted my choice to go with Makita, and that continues to be true. My longest session was about a half an hour of bucking up a good sized brush pile. I didn't even use a half a tank of bar oil, I felt like I was moving through it quickly, the saw was easy to handle, I loved the lack of engine vibration, and I definitely didn't miss standing in a cloud of 2 stroke exhaust. At the end of that session, the saw was still going strong, so I can't directly speak to battery life, but I can charge a dead pair of 5 Ah Makita batteries to full in about 45 minutes and I get to 80% in about 30 minutes, so I'm pretty sure I can keep the saw moving constantly with one extra set of batteries cycling onto the charger and I'm positive I can do it with two extra sets.
It was also easy to handle for felling a black walnut tree that decided to pop up a few years back in an inconvenient spot. Black walnut grows FAST around here and the wood is quite hard. This saw cut through it like butter.
We'll see how it holds up over time, but if every other Makita tool I've ever owned is an indication, I expect it will be good. I've never done any repairs on any of my Makita LXT tools and they all still work perfectly. I did have one of their prosumer grade drills once upon a time. That lasted me a couple years of professional duty use before it gave up the ghost, but for $40 second hand with an LXT compatible charger and battery (both of which are still going) I still don't think I've ever gone wrong buying Makita.
It was also easy to handle for felling a black walnut tree that decided to pop up a few years back in an inconvenient spot. Black walnut grows FAST around here and the wood is quite hard. This saw cut through it like butter.
We'll see how it holds up over time, but if every other Makita tool I've ever owned is an indication, I expect it will be good. I've never done any repairs on any of my Makita LXT tools and they all still work perfectly. I did have one of their prosumer grade drills once upon a time. That lasted me a couple years of professional duty use before it gave up the ghost, but for $40 second hand with an LXT compatible charger and battery (both of which are still going) I still don't think I've ever gone wrong buying Makita.
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13.10.2020
10/10
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Gas power, but with far less hassle - great for occasional/homeowner use
I heat with a woodstove and take dead/downed wood from my land to feed the stove. But I supplement this with wood deliveries so I am not cutting huge amounts of timber every year. So I use a chainsaw a fair bit more than most homeowners probably do, but I am not using this saw professionally or daily.
I've had several cheap gas chainsaws over the years, and frankly I hated all of them. They have a lot of fussy maintenance, you need ear protection when you run them, and inevitably you will find yourself swearing at them when they refuse to start and you need to get some work done.
This solves a lot of those issues and is perfect for homeowners, landscapers or to keep in your 4WD. It has basically the same cutting power as a small, light duty gas saw. But it starts every time and requires no maintenance beyond adding oil and sharpening the blades occasionally. It is also far quieter than a gas chainsaw, which I certainly appreciate.
It is well made like all Makita stuff, with good weight balance, making it easy to control. In fact it feels and works just like a small gas chainsaw.
I do not find the battery life with 4 batteries to be a problem in normal use. But I would not buy this with just 2 batteries. I haven't formally tested it but it feels like you can run the saw under load maybe 20-25 minutes of per charge, which is a enough to make a fair number of cuts, but you are not going to cut up anything except the smallest tree with one set of batteries. With 4 batteries you can't run the saw continuously, largely because the batteries get hot and have to cool down before they can be charged again. But I find that working at a normal, deliberate pace, taking breaks occasionally, I am almost never without juice if I drop the dead batteries on the charger and then go back to work with the spare set. Fortunately, the charger runs a fan to cool the batteries and then will automatically start charging them when safe to do so, so that is very easy to manage.
This is not a saw you are going to use every day, but few people need a saw that performs to that level. For the kinds of tasks you would normally use a small gas chainsaw for, this is an ideal replacement.
I've had several cheap gas chainsaws over the years, and frankly I hated all of them. They have a lot of fussy maintenance, you need ear protection when you run them, and inevitably you will find yourself swearing at them when they refuse to start and you need to get some work done.
This solves a lot of those issues and is perfect for homeowners, landscapers or to keep in your 4WD. It has basically the same cutting power as a small, light duty gas saw. But it starts every time and requires no maintenance beyond adding oil and sharpening the blades occasionally. It is also far quieter than a gas chainsaw, which I certainly appreciate.
It is well made like all Makita stuff, with good weight balance, making it easy to control. In fact it feels and works just like a small gas chainsaw.
I do not find the battery life with 4 batteries to be a problem in normal use. But I would not buy this with just 2 batteries. I haven't formally tested it but it feels like you can run the saw under load maybe 20-25 minutes of per charge, which is a enough to make a fair number of cuts, but you are not going to cut up anything except the smallest tree with one set of batteries. With 4 batteries you can't run the saw continuously, largely because the batteries get hot and have to cool down before they can be charged again. But I find that working at a normal, deliberate pace, taking breaks occasionally, I am almost never without juice if I drop the dead batteries on the charger and then go back to work with the spare set. Fortunately, the charger runs a fan to cool the batteries and then will automatically start charging them when safe to do so, so that is very easy to manage.
This is not a saw you are going to use every day, but few people need a saw that performs to that level. For the kinds of tasks you would normally use a small gas chainsaw for, this is an ideal replacement.
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13.10.2020
8/10
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Хорошо
Great tool, pooor batteries
I had high hopes for this tool. I wanted a chainsaw that I didn’t have to fuss with a pull start and that said the tool is super well put together. Has battery indicators and is easy to operate, the push button start is perfect for me, as it turns off if you don’t use it within 3 seconds because I’m a dope and forget quickly if it was constantly on. Decent chain, easy to fill bar oil. That said the MAJOR drawback are the batteries!!! I put 2 fully charged 18v batteries in and was cutting through some oak continuously for less than 3-4 minutes and the batteries were drained!! Could be bad batteries, could last longer if you’re not continually cutting but that is a huge setback if you only have one pair of batteries. I have a makita set with drills and saws and the battery does not drain near as quickly as it does on this chainsaw. I’ll get another pair of batteries and I don’t think I’ll return it but I really wish these batteries could hold up longer
**UPDATE - I got a pair of TenMore 18V 6.0ah batteries and they perform much better, charge quicker and seem to last longer!
**UPDATE - I got a pair of TenMore 18V 6.0ah batteries and they perform much better, charge quicker and seem to last longer!
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
What’s not to like?
5 stars. And I have not even used it yet. But I did put it together, runs great. Feels like it will do what I ask. Sure, it’s not a Stihl, but I don’t use these things every day. I have a Stihl, that when it’s running is great. But sits for long periods, then won’t start. With this saw, make sure oil is in the tank, and batteries are charged. Plus, I got the 4 batteries, plus the dual charger. That seems like a deal. I’m guessing for light duty, it will fill the bill. I’m not a tree guy, just a contractor that needs an occasional chain saw. I’ll visit back and amend my rating if this thing sucks. But just the charger and 4 batteries for me is worth it. I have many Makita tools that used these batteries.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
2/10
Оценка пользователя
Ужасно
Toy chain
I have using Makita tools for long time and liked them all until this chainsaw. I read other reviews about the chain was difficult to adjust and keep tight. I could deal with that but the deal breaker for me is how cheap the chain is. The slightest pinch by a tree and the chain won't spin on the bar any more.
I regret this purchase. First one from Makita. That name always meant quality to me in years past.
I regret this purchase. First one from Makita. That name always meant quality to me in years past.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
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Хорошо
good buy for makita owners
this tool works great for clearing small trees up to about 14” bay trees i could fall about six on a charge the only thing is it doesn’t like running continually it draws too much power out of the batteries and the overheat protection kicks in. Tool overheats easy my only complaint however if you clear as u cut and let the tool turn off and on instead of keeping it live it will last up to two hours of work opposed to maybe 15 min of continuous use under load....also if you overload it with RPM too low it will stop completely and blink which draws a ton of power i didn’t know this at first and thought i burnt out my new batteries!! 4 x 5ah battery setup is a must, but if you push this tool too hard it quits on you ...discouraging ..but that’s the technology protecting your investment read all instructions and no more gas going bad or yanking to start, low noise thing rocks!! 4.5 stars if i could
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
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Хорошо
Most economical way I found to buy batteries.
I really only needed batteries for my other Makita tools. These batteries came with a free chainsaw. Don't have a burning need for this saw but its a cool tool. Seems to work well, but I have only made a handful of cuts on some small 2-6" tree branches. One complaint: I have many, many, Makita tools that came with a, usually bulky, plastic case. Most of the time I don't need the case and it ends up stored in my garage indefinitely. This is one tool where a case would be really nice so I could just put the saw on my truck or in a toolbox and have the whole thing protected from weather and general abuse.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
6/10
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Плохо
Motor died within the first 20 minutes
Either I am the one in a thousand that just received a defective lemon dual battery powered Makita XCU03PT chain saw, or I overstressed this motor on too large of a 26 inch diameter tree trunk, using this Makita that comes with, if I remember correctly, a 14 or 16 inch chainsaw bar. I really wanted to try my brand new Makita just to see if it could handle this large of a tree, but ended up finishing the job with my gas powered Stihl chain saw (which has about twice the power) when this Makita motor died within 20 minutes (yes I then tried two pairs of new fully charged batteries with no success). Because I was within the 30 day return policy, I was able to return to Amazon. This is the first Makita power tool I have ever had to return. Lesson learned, only use this saw with trees with less than 14 inches in diameter, which might be fine for most homeowners that cut down an occasional tree. Larger than 14 inch diameter trees should be left for a professional anyway.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Ready to Cut
I've been doing my own tree trimming on my acre and a half property using hand tools and a Makita cordless reciprocating saw.....thought it was time to move up to the chainsaw so I got the 14" 36v Makita (XCU03Z)....put on the bar and chain and I'm ready to cut......giving it 5 stars in advance (haven't cut yet) given my other 15 Makita tools with the LXT platform have performed that well.....will post another review if it doesn't perform.....but don't hold your breath.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
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Великолепно
Really like this saw
Cleaned the deadwood out of several old apple trees, 8 to 10 inch limbs, and cut it up for firewood. Saw performed very well. Auto stops if you over tax it but cuts long, fast and smooth with proper pressure. Good battery life and the second set was re-charged before I needed it. The main power button that some dislike was a non-issue for me; the saw stays live for one minute after you stop cutting, so I seldom reached the point of auto shut off and it was easy enough to push the button when I did. I had my gas Husky with me, thinking I might need it but it stayed on the wagon. For me, this Makita is maybe 90% of the Husky, much easier to grab and use, and likely to be my first option for most all of my cutting. Build quality is typical Makita (good). Tool-less chain adjustment works well. Oiler works well. OEM Oregon chain is nice and sharp.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Impressive cutting, long battery life, easy maintenance.
My Husqy and and my Stihl are going to miss me. This is my new saw.
This saw cuts super well. Very impressed with it. I've had it for three months and have taken down dozens of trees from saplings through trees about as think as the 14" blade. It has performed excellently. I've down a bunch of trail clearing with it too. Great saw.
It opens very easily for cleaning - no tool needed. The chain tightening mechanism is beautifully simple. Very easy to maintain.
The battery life is above expectations. Again, very impressive. Dozens of six to twelve inch cuts without needing to swap batteries. And then, swapping batteries is easier and faster than filling with gas. And the battery charger does its work quickly too. Highly recommend this tool.
This saw cuts super well. Very impressed with it. I've had it for three months and have taken down dozens of trees from saplings through trees about as think as the 14" blade. It has performed excellently. I've down a bunch of trail clearing with it too. Great saw.
It opens very easily for cleaning - no tool needed. The chain tightening mechanism is beautifully simple. Very easy to maintain.
The battery life is above expectations. Again, very impressive. Dozens of six to twelve inch cuts without needing to swap batteries. And then, swapping batteries is easier and faster than filling with gas. And the battery charger does its work quickly too. Highly recommend this tool.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
A Pleasure To Use, A Valuable Tool
I found the Makita 14" battery powered chainsaw fun to use and much less hassle than any of the 3 gasoline powered saws I've owned over the years, and they were all well respected brands.
I dropped a 12" maple with a lot of top growth. I easily took care of the top and cut up the trunk and large branches into stove-length logs, all in about an hour. The saw handles like a dream in the brush and I never encountered the problem with the saw turning off that was described by some of the other buyers.
I do have a major gripe however. The directions for assembling the bar and chain to the saw are absolutely horrible. This assembly process is quite different from the process one would use to put a bar and chain on a typical gas powered saw, so clear instructions are important. First, the print in the manual is tiny. You need excellent light to read it, and then it's still a challenge. Second, the instructions for the assembly process are ungrammatical and unclear, bordering on incomprehensible. I would think a large company like Makita that sells a lot of products in the U.S. could afford to hire an English speaking technical writer to do a respectable job in creating a good user manual. This manual is a disgrace.
The diagrams too are misleading and unclear. Numbers are used to link illustrations of parts to their names; then in the same paragraphs, the steps in the directions are numbered. The reader is immediately confused about the meaning of the numbers. It took me longer to put the bar and chain on the saw than it did to fell and cut up that maple.
I dropped a 12" maple with a lot of top growth. I easily took care of the top and cut up the trunk and large branches into stove-length logs, all in about an hour. The saw handles like a dream in the brush and I never encountered the problem with the saw turning off that was described by some of the other buyers.
I do have a major gripe however. The directions for assembling the bar and chain to the saw are absolutely horrible. This assembly process is quite different from the process one would use to put a bar and chain on a typical gas powered saw, so clear instructions are important. First, the print in the manual is tiny. You need excellent light to read it, and then it's still a challenge. Second, the instructions for the assembly process are ungrammatical and unclear, bordering on incomprehensible. I would think a large company like Makita that sells a lot of products in the U.S. could afford to hire an English speaking technical writer to do a respectable job in creating a good user manual. This manual is a disgrace.
The diagrams too are misleading and unclear. Numbers are used to link illustrations of parts to their names; then in the same paragraphs, the steps in the directions are numbered. The reader is immediately confused about the meaning of the numbers. It took me longer to put the bar and chain on the saw than it did to fell and cut up that maple.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
This is a professional-grade saw, replaces
I never thought I would respect cordless chainsaw as a serious tool. This is a winner. I own several chainsaws, ranging from a small Echo arborist's saw up to an MS462 for felling. I think this saw just replaced my other small saws. There's just not much advantage to a gas saw over this one, within its size class. This is just as fast and maneuverable as a small professional gas saw for limbing, small-diameter bucking, and felling small tress. The instant torque response of the brushless motor is better than an engine, and it's quiet and ergonomic. The battery life is totally acceptable - you'll be ready for a break before it's time to switch batteries. With moderate use, you can rotate four batteries through the dual charger and keep up with the saw (no waiting to charge). With heavy use, you need a pair of dual chargers and 6 or 8 packs to keep up with the saw. If you already use Makita LXT tools (which I do, and highly recommend) then you'll have no problem with batteries. This saw is totally on par with the other LXT tools and I love it.
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