This is the best review of this or any battery powered saw I have seen. I just purchased the Dewalt 60v flexvolt 16" chainsaw. To be frank I purchased it because A) It ranks in the top 3 of most KZfaq chainsaw reviews B) It was on sale at Home Depot and C) The flexvolt battery works on other Dewalt Woodworking as well as Home & Garden tools and retails from $125-$200. No other reviewer (and I watched many battery powered chainsaw head to head competitions before I bought this saw on sale) uses the tool over time and can demonstrate the defects like this video. - HUGE DIFFERENCE. Most reviews are just limited point in time comparisons. Seeing a review from a saw that has been used over time with the issues that come up is far more accurate IMHO. - Thank you!

The product arrived undamaged and in a great looking box all parts of the kit were present kzfaq.infoUgkx010hhy8hzepHnne4VtzOtUictDZeYMTF and I can't wait to use it. I'm most impressed by the fact that it's a five piece kit, of great monetary value in that you can get this all for such a price. With this my former grip strength will come back and then some. I'm already starting notice a bit of a difference after using it for a bit now, and the stress ball and doughnut shaped grip designed to be carried in the pocket have helped in reducing my stress levels as of late. Would definitely recommend!

I own the 12" saw and use it for clearing quad trails on my property. I also carry it in the car for clearing downed trees. I have been thinking about this saw for a while. I think I'm gonna go with the bigger one though. They have a 20" with metal bucking spikes that's a bit more powerful. Good video man.

I’m getting rid of my stihl MS310 to downgrade to something more practical for me and this video was exactly what I have been looking for, great job!

Hoping you are doing more of these during the lockdown. Hell, monetize them, I’ll still watch!

Subscribed that was one of the best product reviews and walkthrough I've seen

Must be an older model saw, Bought a new one 3 months ago & the tensioner system for the bar is improved. Also quite impressed with it's cutting ability. Lasted though about a half dozen 6 inch diameter trees & I didn't kill it until I did a couple cuts on a 12 inch diameter. All on one charge. Makes much more sense for me rather then my 18 gas saw, I rarley use them, maybe 3 or 4 times a year & every year needed a tuneup because it wouldn't idle after storage. P.S. loving the prices you guys pay, my saw with one battery was $500.00 up here in Canukistan.

Love DeWalt's tool! I hope DeWalts will improve the cons which he mentioned in this video. This will be my next tool. Thanks for great information. Great video!!!

Excellent review!

I have both DeWalt saws also and can verify they are great tools. as an old man they are my go to chainsaws for 80% of my projects. Another investment that can help make your DeWalt battery collection even more useful is a DCB118 fast charger for 20v and 20/60v batteries. It charges the 6ah 20/60v in about 45min, the 9ah 20/60v in about an hour and a 2ah 20v in 15-20mins. Just a heads up for those who are new to chainsaws: When a new chain is used for the first 20mins it will stretch and needs tightening every 3-4mins of cutting. The narrow low profile chains on both saws do not do well with loose chains so get in the habit of tightening them regularly, it only takes a few seconds and can save you headache and bar/chain wear/damage. Keep in mind although they are less imposing than a gas saw they can still harm you in an instant, wear protective gear, chaps/boots/eye/face protection as shown in the video. Thank you for a great video. Be safe!

Don’t comment often but I must say, you make an excellent review thank you. To the point, pro’s and con’s, very fair and edited well…no bullshit, as what we like to say in OZ👍🏼

Fantastic review

Great review, thank you!

I had issues with the sprocket washer and bolt falling off on my 60V Dewalt saw. The first time I figured the little M5 left handed thread bolt was under torqued from the factory. After it happened again, I "fixed" it by using red loctite threadlocker and an external Retaining ring clip.

incredible review thank you

This was very helpful! I'm tossing up between the two DeWalt saws and this has made me aware of a lot of things I hadn't considered! You should add "comparison" to the title or description. I've been looking for one but couldn't find any. I only coincidentally found your video which answered my questions... Thank you!

I got my DCCS670B slightly used from a store return reseller. Love this saw. I do a lot of trimming while on ladders and standing on roofs. I don't have to start it with a pull cord like a gas saw, which is a major advantage when on a ladder or roof. It will run in any position. The battery life is fine for any job where you're making about 30 or 40 cuts through 5 inch or so logs. plenty for average jobs( I have the 6 amp hour battery). Minor gripe- the kickback shut off is very sensitive and the slightest push on it from a twig or whatever shuts the saw off. Another minor gripe is the saw uses .41 gauge chain so I can't use my stockpile of .52 gauge chains on this saw. The power is about the same as my 40cc Poulin saw, plenty of power for 10 inch logs.

Good vid thanks for posting

Haaaahahahahaa! I watched AlexOnAutos for years (then I bought a used 2015 Mazda 6). I just picked up a used DCCS670 over the weekend and am going through YT videos for tips and this one is suggested, and... It's my favorite car loving lawyer! Keep up the good work Alex. Stay awesome.

I have no use for a chainsaw, but this was still quite interesting.

Hey man, great video! I bought thw same 60V Dewalt Chainsaw, and although the batteries work great for other tools like drills etc they aren't the best for this chainsaw as they die out after about 10 to 15 minutes of cutting! I would highly recommend buying the outdoor tools that include the 60V flexvolt batteries that way yu not only have a reason to buy more tools, but now yu can swap the batteries amongst the other tools yu're not using in the meanwhile like their blower, or their weedwhacker for example. Just a thought instead of spending thw same amount of money on extra batteries.

Love the video. I am thinking to buy this Dewalt chainsaw as I own 5 dewalt 60v flex batteries, but Lowe’s has a Husqvarna 350i chainsaw with a charger and a 7.5 am battery for $329. I am undecided. Your video helps a lot. Thank you

I need a chainsaw; I think I’m going to go with a gas model. Thanks for the information!

Great vid. Personally, the DeWalt not having a metal chain catcher is a deal breaker for me. Broken chains happen more frequently than most people think. It's incredibly dangerous even with a proper metal chain catcher. The brushless Stihl, husky, and Makita all have proper metal chain catchers. I personally prefer Makita for electric (lots of metal interior parts) and Husky for gas.

Holy crap the price of this thing went way up! Over $500 now just for the saw!

Thanks for the time you spent on this video. I believe you made a comment that the 16inch Dewalt has a bigger motor than the 12 inch. I like the 12 inch saw but would love a bit more power, not just getting a bigger bar/chain. Would you confirm. Thank you.

Im a big Dewalt fan most tools for production framing, i have the 16 inch saw and only use it periodically that said most people have come to find out the issues with the plastic parts ect.. so i wonder if dewalt should consider a pro version with the upgrades you talked about obviously it would have a larger price tag but for people who need the saw as i said, more (Pro) grade maybe it would be worth it.

I have an old stihl its great but for what I do with it it's over kill. Hopefully the dewalt 60v will be just right. But after watching your video about the 12" I'm wondering if the 16 dewalt will be over kill as well...lol... thanks great videos

Great review ..idd like to see s review of a stihl battery chainsaw ..they have 5 models ..2 smaller saws come with battery and charger and 3 larger saws come with no battery or charger

Just got the 16 inch version with the 9ah / 3ah battery combo. Need to cut a 12 inch diameter tree. I think I bought more tool than I need but that's not a bad thing. Big reason for going electric is I own other 20v tools and I would use it maybe 1-2x a year if that which means having a hard time getting the gas ones starting up

this guy is wranglerstar's eastern nemisis.

Good Review sir. I purchased the 2 chainsaws de 12 and 16 inches dewalt. As a carpenter I used the two chainsaws only once in two years. But I am satisfied is a lot of fun using different tools than the normal Arsenal.

But how would it feel on my favorite winding mountain road?

Three trees down in the back yard. Not real big but one of them is a hard as a rock Black Locust. Just bought, last night, the first electric which is a 16" Dewalt. We will see.

I use the 12 inch 20 volt with 5 amp batteries. I work it hard. Hasn’t broke yet.

They've updated the tightening mechanisms you can tighten as hard as you can

How has your saw done after these two years? Do you have any tips on how to sharpen the blades or any type of maintenance tips.

Thanks for comparing the two models. I don't use a chainsaw for a living but that said I am planning a few projects this summer. Before i watched this video I was pretty much set on buying the smaller 20v basically for four reasons: 1] i have a larger gas chainsaw for bigger trees, 2] i want something small and powerful enough to easily handle 3" limbs with one hand - while i'm 20 ft up a ladder with my other hand holding onto the tree for dear life, 3] i have various other 20v tools already, 4] lastly but probably most importantly, i really don't want to spend almost double for the 60v - apx. $300 vs $550. And after watching your video plus some others, reason number 5] Dewalt needs to do some more design work - the plastic inner components holding the bar in place aren't up to par for larger bars and more powerful motors ... so conclusion - buy the smaller, cheaper, more practical for my current needs 20v chainsaw, and wait a year or two for the upgraded version of the larger chainsaw. Thanks again for the info and your take on the product.

Hi, where did you find the replacement plastic part of 20V chainsaw. I have mine cutted by the chain as your.

Love mine just want to know if I can change to a different chain cause this one is 11/64 and can't get a pferd sharpener that size.

I have had this saw for about two years (Type 1), and find it very useful for bucking smaller trees. Lately, however, I have had a big problem with the chain brake. It no longer makes a clear “click” when pulled back. Instead, it feels mushy. And very often, it disengages the saw without anything touching it. Anyone had this issue? I ordered some parts and am going to try to disassemble it, but Dewalt tech support was absolutely no help.

have you had a chance to use the Axial 60v blower?

HI SIR, I have watch this video thankfully, thanks. i have same chainsaw DCCS670, could you tell me where i can buy replacement part?? my chainsaw that plastic plate and iron gear wear-out. please help me.

Have you used the Ego 18" or Echo 56V? Curious what you think of those and also how it compares to the Dewalt 60V?

What do you call the main plastic piece that holds the bar you considered a wear item? I have the 12" version as well and would like to replace mine.

I would love to know the part number for that 12 inch Oregon bar for the DCCS60. Also have the DCCS670.

I just bought a pair of camouflaged short but I can't find them.

During this video @6:40 yu mentioned replacement plastic covers for the 20V body, but are their any for the 60V? If so please leave a link, because somehow my unit ended up melting around the part that cranks the chain? I haven't even used to chainsaw for more than 1hour total, and it just started smoking and melting plastic as I was cutting a oak stump for about 5 minutes.

I saw another review that used a 6ah battery and got 35 cuts. Many of the cuts were 6 inch then toward end they got bunch at about 10 inch. Wonder how the difference?

Single green light means 50%, per DeWalt manual which is comical. They will read no lights when they get down. Though it’s tough to get them to draw down; I’ve done it in the mower. They could use to update the fuel gauge as 3 lights isn’t very precise.

You look and sound exactly like Alex from Alex On Autos 🤔

I may have missed the answer to this question but are the motors brushless? I've noticed a large difference in power and run time between my brushless and brushed motor dewalt tools.

It's a good handy battery saw, but the battery runs out quick.

How did you get it for 120? Can you provide a link for the 12in one?

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I’ve recently Bought this saw and it leaks bar oil a fair bit. It’s there meant to be a rubber O-ring on the bar oil cap?

I very much like the DeWalt chainsaw however I have burned through 2 of them already. One stopped working after 1 or 2 times cutting a few logs (still looked brand new) and the other lost power (would run but stop when the chain hit wood) Great for small stuff and will absolutely cut large stuff. It won't replace my gas saw (silly to even make that suggestion) but the dewalt is my first choice saw to pickup when processing the smaller stuff and cutting limbs off.

Thanks for the review. Gas it is 😂

No need to put a longer blade on it in 2022 a new Flexvolt 60volt 20in Dewalt Chan Saw will be coming out and it's speed of cutting is as good as a MS 271 Farm Boss and Comes with a New 15amp 60volt Battery looking forward to that thay say it will heat Stores in Spring

7 cuts? wow that is very limiting. I'll keep running my Stihl I guess.

Thanks for the post. Does it leak oil?

you got 3 9ah with your kit? Wow we are getting wrecked here in New Zealand, price wise. I paid $548 NZD = About $330 USD for the skin alone. Luckily I had a 12.0ah already and my needs for the saw aren't requiring long runtime (general carpentry, mother in laws property maintenance)

Comprei um flex volt com bateria de 9 amperes.

My DeWalt electric chainsaw (16") stops running a few seconds after it starts to cut. Any idea what the problem might be? It starts fine so I think it must be charged.

Where in the world can I get two 9ah for 220. I need that link

If anyone finds one of those plastic replacement plates for the 60v could you please post it here? Thank you!

What battery size comes with this machine

What is Dewalt's idea... They have flex 20/60V battery, but the 40V system is not compatible?

Your not going to be pruning with a 20''' chainsaw are you! The compact DCCS620B is a perfect size for delimbing and coppicing.

highly informative you have great charisma, thank you ,.\/\/\/\/\\/

Can you cover the oil part with the 16 inch saw? I just got one and didn’t realize I need to keep oil in there. Any recs? Also I wasn’t able to start the saw right out of the box (even with the safety lock off). Is it because of not having oil? Or some other safety feature im missing?

"As Good As Gas?" - one will never know as no gas saws were actually tested in this video. From my experience on owning both DeWalt 20V saw and both a 35cc and 65cc gas saw the battery saw is VERY convenient and easy (even the small 20v) but nowhere near what the gas saw can do (even the 35cc). Still, the convenience of battery is worth it for the small saw, IMO especially for the homeowner dealing with a few 8 inch or smaller trees, and for sure if you are already invested in 20v battery packs (5Ah+ ideally) already for all your other DeWalt tools. Still, if I had to own one just one chainsaw it would be a 45-50cc gas saw.

60" bar ??????

Odd DIY Pete got 35 cuts in 8 inch tree and you olny get 7 in 10 inch tree

7 cuts that's crap lol😅

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1st comment!

Replacement for gas? No way this a homeowner throwing a way money because they are lazy or use once in a blue moon

Throw that plastic monstrosity in the trash can

There's no way that battery saws will ever replace gas saws ,the battery goes down so fast that you would need 6 battery to finish a job !!!!!!