Tools

If you want a powerful chainsaw, the small model Stihl MS170 is a good choice. It starts quickly, cuts quickly and smoothly and makes easy work of removing tree branches, cutting firewood, or any other task that calls for a chainsaw.

Craftsman has earned a name in the power tool industry for making affordable, reliable and quality products. And the Craftsman 34120 electric chainsaw fits that bill perfectly. You can start using it within minutes of getting it out of the box.

Having a chainsaw around the house can be quite useful. However, highly-powered gas models aren’t the best fit for everyone.

The Black & Decker chainsaw has a 10-inch bar, making it the smallest chainsaw we reviewed.

Big jobs require big chainsaws and the Poulan Pro PP4218A is well equipped for that. It has the most powerful engine of all the models we tested, has a lengthy guide bar and comes with more included accessories than any other model we purchased for testing.

The Homelite brand has a reputation for delivering affordable, functional tools with average homeowners in mind. This is on full display with the Homelite UT43122B electric chainsaw.

REVIEW The Kobalt KSC 120-07 is a lightweight chainsaw that is easy to maneuver and maintain. Perfect for all your pruning needs.

Husqvarna is a top name in the chainsaw world. We tested the Husqvarna 240 alongside nine other models to see which one is the best for you. We found this chainsaw to be quite powerful and deliver a relatively fast and clean cut.

Review The Echo CS-310-14 is a powerful standard gas-powered chainsaw that can muscle through most jobs, but might be a bit much for most home users.

The DeWALT DW08802CG is a laser line level that features excellent leveling capabilities, various projection features and a durable design.

The Craftsman 48250 2-beam Self-Leveling Laser Level is a powerful laser level that projects a beam up to 100 feet – the longest we saw when we reviewed the best laser line levels.

The Rockwell RK2852K2 is a reliable power tool with great design elements and a lot of power.

The Bosch DDS182 is a reliable cordless drill with a nice design and the strength to handle many common jobs around the house. It also has a longer battery life than most drills we tested. In addition, the design is well balanced and ergonomically sound.

The Ryobi P1811 has a number of convenient features and a comfortable design.

The Hitachi DS18DSAL is a solid cordless drill. It reaches a high maximum speed of 1,800 RPMs and also has a lot of turning force. This drill provides all the functionality you need for most jobs.

The Porter-Cable PCCK600LB is a reliable cordless drill that received high scores from our testers for overall user experience.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued.

Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued.