Contents
- 1 Chainsaw Types
- 2 Pros and Cons of Different Chainsaw Types
- 3 Average Blade Size of Different Chainsaw Types
- 4 Cost of Different Chainsaw Types
- 5 Major Chainsaw Market Players
- 6 Market Share of Different Chainsaw Types
- 7 Global Chainsaw Market Figures
- 8 World Market Chainsaw Segmentation by Geographic Region
- 9 Expected Chainsaw Growth by Geographic Region
- 10 Chainsaw Application Segmentation
- 11 Revenue per chainsaw type
- 12 Global Market Chainsaw by Distribution Channel
- 13 Chainsaw Future Trends
- 14 Main Factors Impacting the Chainsaw Market
- 15 Expected Chainsaw Growth by Product Segment:
- 16 Expected Growth by Application Segment:
Chainsaw Types
You can classify chainsaws by the power they use, the chainsaw model, and the used chain:
Classification | Type |
|---|---|
Power | – Gas Powered – Corded Electric – Battery Operated – Manual |
Version | – Top Handle – Rear Handle – Pole Saw – Mini Chainsaw |
Chain types | – Full Chisel – Square Chisel – Semi Chisel – Low Profile Cutters – Narrow Kerf |
Pros and Cons of Different Chainsaw Types
The pros and cons for the three main chainsaw types are:
Type | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
Gas Powered | – Most Powerful and readily available – Portable | – Are loud and heavy – Can be a hassle to start – High Maintenance |
Corded Electric | – Have substantial power – Good for beginners – Low maintenance | – Limited to cord length – Only effective up to medium-sized cuts |
Battery Powered | – No Gas fumes – Quiet – Portable – Low Maintenance | – In general, Limited Battery Life – Less Power |
Manual | – Easy to carry around – Requires no power – Quiet | – Takes a long time to cut thicker branches – Only suitable for short jobs |
Pole Chainsaws | – Great for reaching high limbs – Multiple options for shape and power | – Only useful in specific situations – Not as powerful as regular chainsaws |
Average Blade Size of Different Chainsaw Types
Different blade lengths are used depending on the engine/motor of the chainsaw. The following table contains an overview of typical blade sizes for different chainsaw types:
Type | Average Sizes |
|---|---|
Gas Powered | Start from 16-18 inches and go as large as 72 inches. |
Electric | 14-16 inches. They are good for small trees |
Battery Operated | 16-18 inches |
Mini Saw | 6-9 inches |
Cost of Different Chainsaw Types
The following table contains average price ranges for different chainsaw types:
Type | Price Range |
|---|---|
Gas Powered | $140 USD – $650 USD The most expensive gas-powered chainsaws can be above $2000 |
Corded Electric | $40 USD – $300 USD |
Battery Powered | $180 USD – $650 USD Professional battery-powered chainsaws can be considerably more expensive, with the battery backpack alone costing more than $2000 |
* These prices are indications |
Major Chainsaw Market Players
The major chainsaw market players are:
- Husqvarna
- Makita
- Stihl
- Hitachi
- Zhejiang Zomax Garden Machinery
- Bosch
- ECHO
- Sunrise Global Marketing
- Briggs & Stratton
- Craftsman
- Lowes
- Techtronic Industries
- Black & Decker
Market Share of Different Chainsaw Types
Chainsaws can be divided into three main categories, gas-powered, corded electric, and battery-powered chainsaws:
In general, battery-powered chainsaw market shares are growing quicker year over year, particularly in the consumer market. In the professional market, this growth is slower, but more professional battery options are getting launched. Particularly with the introduction of battery backpacks.
Growth is driven by the increase in battery capacity and chainsaw run time, combined with the easier maintenance of battery-powered chainsaws.
Global Chainsaw Market Figures
The following table contains some of the global chainsaw estimated market information (2021):
Data | Figure |
|---|---|
Total World Trade | 3.62 billion USD |
Largest Exporter | China (541 million USD) |
Largest Importer | USA (189 million USD) |
CAGR estimation | Around 5 % (2022-2030) |
Chainsaws sold in US annually | More than 5 million |
Largest Market Region | North America |
Most Sold Type | Gas-Powered |
Most Used Chain | Full Chisel (More than 70% of the share) |
Biggest Market Player | Husqvarna |
World Market Chainsaw Segmentation by Geographic Region
The flowing graph gives an overview of how the worldwide market is divided:
Expected Chainsaw Growth by Geographic Region
The following table shows the expected market growth for different regions:
Type | Expected Market in 2024 | CAGR |
|---|---|---|
Type | Expected Market in 2024 | CAGR |
North America | 2.12 billion USD | 5.0 % |
Europe | 1.63 billion USD | 5.0 % |
Asia Pacific | 0.48 billion USD | 5.2 % |
Latin America | 0.44 billion USD | 5.1% |
Middle East & Africa | 0.12 billion USD | 2 % |
Chainsaw Application Segmentation
The flowing table gives an overview of the division between commercial and home users (2020 numbers):
Commercial Users | Home Users |
|---|---|
2.42 billion USD (13.60 million units) | 1.17 billion USD (7.26 million units) |
67.35 % of total revenue | 32.65 % of total revenue |
65.32 % of total sales | 34.68 % of total sales |
Revenue per chainsaw type
The following table shows that the revenue for the three main chainsaw types does not differ much (2020). It is not expected that this will change significantly for the current year.
Type | Revenue | Revenue share of total market | Unit Sales share of total market |
|---|---|---|---|
Gas Powered | 2.64 billion USD (14.63 million units) | 73 % | 70 % |
Electric Powered | 0.80 billion USD (5.29 million units) | 23 % | 25 % |
Battery Powered | 0.14 billion USD (0.95 million units) | 4 % | 5% |
Global Market Chainsaw by Distribution Channel
More and more purchases are made online. And the chainsaw market is no exception. Generally, you can say that more consumers are purchasing a chainsaw online compared with the professional market
The following table shows the estimated market share for both the online and retail markets:
Type | Data |
|---|---|
Online | 21 % of total sales |
Retail | 79 % of total sales |
Chainsaw Future Trends
The following graph contains an estimation of the chainsaw market size:
The following table contains an estimation of some of the future chainsaw trends:
No. of units sold globally expected in 2024 | over 30 million |
Fastest Growing Segment | Battery Powered |
CAGR estimation | 5% |
Largest Market Region | North America |
Expected Region with Highest CAGR | Asia Pacific |
Expected Type of have the Largest Market Share | Gas Powered |
Main Factors Impacting the Chainsaw Market
- General economy
- Battery innovations
- Increase in demand for the construction industry
- Deforestation Policies
- Demand from developing economies
Expected Chainsaw Growth by Product Segment:
The following table shows the growth expectation for the different chainsaw types:
Type | Expected Market in 2024 | CAGR |
|---|---|---|
Type | Expected Market in 2024 | CAGR |
Gas Powered | 3.5 billion USD | 5 % |
Electric Powered | 1.12 billion USD | 5 % |
Battery Powered | 0.18 billion USD | 6 % |
Expected Growth by Application Segment:
The estimated growth for both the consumer and professional markets is similar. The estimate for 2021 is that around 60% of the chainsaw market is for commercial applications and 40% for non-commercial.
The following table shows the estimated growth for both consumer and professional markets for 2024:
Type | Expected Market in 2024 | CAGR |
|---|---|---|
Consumer | 1.56 billion USD | 5 % |
Professional | 3.22 billion USD | 5 % |
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