DEWALT 18V XR Brushless 30cm Compact Chainsaw, Tool Only, DCM565N-XJ

Really useful tool, easy to use handles Really well, efficient

Having got rid of my old much used petrol chainsaw and already having several Dewalt XR18V tools this seemed like a no brainer, but was initially put off by many reviews complaining of excessive oil use and leaking. I decided I would buy it anyway as it would only be for occasional garden use. First job was cutting down 2 established trees, having up to 5 - 6 inch trunk, and I was very pleasantly surprised at how well the saw performed, cutting them both down and into smaller sections with ease. I was using it with a fully charged 5 AH battery and it was still showing a full 3 bar charge afterwards! It was also very nice no longer having the noisy 2 stroke petrol annoying the neighbours either! Afterwards I removed the bar side cover, bar and chain and cleaned everything up ready to put away. I was going to empty out the chain oil reservoir (as per instructions) but decided I would leave it in to see how bad the oil leaking issue was going to be. Well so far, 4 days after use, there is not a single drop of oil from it. Maybe I'm just lucky? ... or maybe it was down to the thorough cleanup afterwards ... I don't know, but I would certainly recommend this saw to anyone for light to medium use.

I’ve wanted this chainsaw for a year but had so many other tools to buy so it got pushed down the priority list, but I knew I couldn’t get through another year in my current clients’ gardens (or my own) without it- too much tree and shrub care. Well, this saw is very easy to use, light, and I cut down three youngish or dead trees (holly, dead leylandii and a photinia) very efficiently. That was up to 6” trunks/branches but even with a fairly gentle approach it will cut through wider sections I think, although that’s not my remit- I’m a garden designer not a tree surgeon. I didn’t need to change the battery but all my power tools are dewalt so I always have spares charged anyway. I had actually used the battery in the strimmer and blower for about 15 minutes first so I didn’t even start on a full charge. I did read the reviews mentioning oil leaks so I didn’t go crazy on the oil and will be emptying the reserve out after I’ve finished using it tomorrow- might even store it upside down over a basin too, just in case.Anyway I love this saw- it’s also very quiet (can’t hear it at all with my Beats on) and I’m happy to add another dewalt tool to my stable.

This chain saw is few weeks old, well I tell you it’s great, does the job well, uses a bit of oil for the chain but it’s ok,Perhaps about 20.00 too much in price, but none the less it does a good job

Useful addition if you have already invested in DeWalt 18XR kit. Good for light duties around the garden but no substitute for a proper chainsaw. Easily stalls if you try to cut too fast. Heavier than I was expecting. Useful weapon overall though.

As you would expect, absolute quality from DeWalt. I got the bare unit as I have plenty of batteries so a great price for this one. Plenty of power with a short blade, perfect for all those joinery needs. Quality chain, fits snug and doesn't spin off, plenty sharp and cuts with ease. Easy to clean and maintain if using as I am for joinery as opposed to gardening. Great safety features with a safety button, a brake to ensure it doesn't start up unexpectedly while on and the motor slows it down naturally quickly to a stop. Much easier to handle than a petrol powered item and no smoke........ Unless you're burning through the wood rather than cutting it.

I dont usually leave product reviews but this was that good it deserved one. It’s light, compact and is a really powerful saw.I ran it on a 9ah battery and it ran for few hours of constant work.

Ideal addition to my expanding Dewalt collection. Used to reduce logos I have for my log burner as some were too big to fit. Coped well with 3" logs. Battery lasted sufficiently for me to do what I needed. Replaced a plug in electric chainsaw. Wish I'd bought it instead as not restricted by power cables. Pleased with purchase and Dewalt quality.