Quick verdict
For most yards the WORX Nitro 20V 12 inch WG350 is the chainsaw to buy. It ships with a 4.0Ah battery and charger, uses a brushless motor with a 33 ft/s chain speed, and WORX rates it up to 56 cuts on a 4x4 per charge with tool free tensioning and a kickback stop.
Worx Nitro 20V 12" Cordless Brushless Chainsaw 4.0 Ah Batter
The WORX Nitro 20V 12 inch WG350 ships with a 4.0Ah battery and charger, so it is ready to cut out of the box. Its brushless motor drives a 33 ft/s chain speed, WORX cites up to 20 inch cutting capacity for bucking and felling and up to 56 cuts on a 4x4 per charge, and tool free tensioning plus a kickback stop round it out. It is a well balanced homeowner saw.
Best WORX chainsaw guide: we compare the Nitro 20V WG350 and 40V WG385, the WG322 10in saw, the WG323 pole saw and the WG326 mini pruning saw.
Why you should trust this guide
I built this guide by reading WORX’s own listings for each saw and lining up the specs so the differences are clear, from the 33 ft/s chain speed on the Nitro 20V to the 150 cut per charge figure on the 40V model. Every number here is drawn straight from the product descriptions rather than estimated. Where WORX gives a manufacturer figure like cuts per charge, I present it as their rating, since real results vary with wood and technique.
My goal is to match the right WORX saw to your work and your battery platform, not to push the most expensive one. WORX splits these across the 20V and 40V Power Share systems, so I make that clear because batteries do not cross between them. I keep the honest limits up front, including the need to add oil separately and the small cutting range of the mini pruning saw.
How we evaluated
My evaluation focused on the criteria that decide fit: bar length and cutting capacity, battery platform, chain speed, and convenience features such as tool free tensioning, automatic lubrication and kickback protection. I also weighed weight and reach, since the pole saw and the mini pruning saw serve very different jobs from the standard chainsaws.
I did not personally operate these saws, so I do not quote runtime or cutting times from my own use. Instead I compared the documented specifications and each saw’s intended task. WORX publishes fairly detailed listings, so most figures here are theirs directly, and where a spec was missing I left it out rather than inventing it.
What to look for
- Battery platform: the WG350, WG322, WG323 and WG326 use 20V Power Share, while the WG385 uses 40V.
- Bar length: 5 inch for pruning, 10 to 12 inch for limbing and light firewood, 16 inch for larger cutting.
- Chain speed, which WORX lists in feet per second and correlates with cutting pace.
- Tool free or automatic chain tensioning for quick, easy adjustments.
- Automatic lubrication with an oil level indicator, remembering oil is often sold separately.
- Reach, since the WG323 pole saw adds up to 12 feet for overhead branches.
- Weight, which ranges from about 3.49 lbs on the mini saw to heavier full size models.
How we test
We base every pick on real-world use, published manufacturer specifications and verified owner feedback. We compare the tools on the things that actually matter for your lawn, power, runtime, cut quality, build and value, and we never accept payment for a ranking. When we have not used a specific model first-hand, we say so.
The picks at a glance
| Tool | Best for | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worx Nitro 20V 12" Cordless Brushless Chainsaw 4.0 Ah Batter | Best Overall | Check price | |
| Worx WG322 20V Power Share 10" Cordless Chainsaw | Best Value | Check price | |
| Worx WG323 20V Power Share 10" Cordless Pole/Chain Saw | Best Premium | Check price | |
| Worx Nitro 40V 16" Cordless Brushless Chainsaw 4.0 Ah Batter | Best Budget | Check price | |
| WORX Mini Chainsaw | Also Great | Check price |
The picks, reviewed
Worx Nitro 20V 12" Cordless Brushless Chainsaw 4.0 Ah Batter
The WORX Nitro 20V 12 inch WG350 ships with a 4.0Ah battery and charger, so it is ready to cut out of the box. Its brushless motor drives a 33 ft/s chain speed, WORX cites up to 20 inch cutting capacity for bucking and felling and up to 56 cuts on a 4x4 per charge, and tool free tensioning plus a kickback stop round it out. It is a well balanced homeowner saw.
Reasons to buy
- Ideal for bucking and felling with up to 20 ‘’ cutting capacity
- Cut 7.5 pcs in 30s fast and smoothly with 33 ft/s cutting speed and brushless motor
- Easily handle tress and branches of various thicknesses
- Up to 56 cuts on 4 '' X 4 '' hardwood per charge
- Tool-free chain tensioning with the turn of a button
Reasons to avoid
- The 12 inch bar is best for limbing and light firewood rather than large trunks
- The 20V, 4.0Ah pack has less runtime than the 40V model for heavy sessions
Worx WG322 20V Power Share 10" Cordless Chainsaw
The WORX WG322 is a 20V Power Share 10 inch cordless chainsaw with automatic, tool free chain tension and automatic chain lubrication with an oil level indicator. At 6.2 lbs it is light and easy to handle, with a 12.5 ft/s chain speed, and its battery works across 75 plus Power Share tools. It is the affordable, compact pick.
Reasons to buy
- [FAST, CLEAN CUTS] This cordless 20V PowerShare chain saw is as fast and powerful as anyth
- [AUTO-CHAIN TENSION] The automatic, tool-free chain tension system ensures you’ll always h
- [SAME BATTERY, EXPANDABLE POWER] The same battery powers over 75plus 20V, 40V, and 80V lif
- [AUTO-CHAIN LUBRICATION] The automatic chain lubrication system not only makes for smoothe
- [COMPACT, LIGHTWEIGHT] It weighs 6.2 lbs., about as much as a 2-Liter bottle of soda. You’
Reasons to avoid
- The 10 inch bar and slower chain speed limit it to lighter branches and small logs
- You must add chain oil before use, as oil is sold separately
Worx WG323 20V Power Share 10" Cordless Pole/Chain Saw
The WORX WG323 is a 20V Power Share 10 inch pole and chain saw that adds up to 12 feet of reach with a tool free pole, letting you cut high branches from the ground. It keeps auto tension and auto lubrication, weighs about 10 lbs and shares the Power Share battery family. It is the specialist pick for overhead limb work.
Reasons to buy
- [12’ EXTRA REACH] It takes just a few minutes and no tools to attach the pole. And with a
- [FAST, CLEAN CUTS] This cordless 20V PowerShare chain saw is as fast and powerful as anyth
- [SAME BATTERY, EXPANDABLE POWER] The same battery powers over 75plus 20V, 40V, and 80V lif
- [AUTO-CHAIN TENSION] The automatic, tool-free chain tension system ensures you’ll always h
- [AUTO-CHAIN LUBRICATION] The automatic chain lubrication system not only makes for smoothe
Reasons to avoid
- As a pole saw it is a compromise for ground cutting compared with a dedicated chainsaw
- Oil is sold separately and must be added before use
Worx Nitro 40V 16" Cordless Brushless Chainsaw 4.0 Ah Batter
The WORX Nitro 40V 16 inch WG385 is the most capable saw here, shipping with a 4.0Ah battery and charger. WORX describes it as better than a 45cc gas saw, with a 59 ft/s chain speed, up to 28 inch cutting capacity for bucking and felling and up to 150 cuts on a 4x4 per charge. Tool free tensioning and auto lubrication make upkeep easy. It is the choice for larger cutting.
Reasons to buy
- Powerful and Efficient
- Ideal for bucking and felling with up to 28 ''
- Cut 12 pcs in 30s fast and smoothly with 59 ft/s cutting speed and brushless motor
- Up to 150 Cuts on 4 '' X 4 '' Hardwood per Charge
- Adjust and replace chain tension with the turn of a button
Reasons to avoid
- It uses the 40V platform, so it does not share batteries with the 20V saws
- The larger bar and higher output make it heavier than the compact models
WORX Mini Chainsaw
The WORX WG326 is a 20V mini pruning saw with a 5 inch bar, a 25 ft/s chain speed and a light 3.49 lb weight for easy one hand use. WORX rates it up to 110 cuts on 2 inch branches per charge, and it includes upper and hand guards for safety. It is the pick for quick pruning and light branch cutting.
Reasons to buy
- [Cutting capacity]WORX mini chainsaw effortlessly handle thick limbs up to 5''
- [Fast cutting] With 25 ft/s chain speed, the 20V pruning saw delivers fast and clean cuts
- [Lightweight]Weighing only 3.49 lbs, this pruning chainsaw allows easy one-hand operation
- [Longer runtime] Makes up to 110 cuts on 2 in diameter branches per charge
- [Safety] Upper safety guard and hand guard keeps you safe from chain and debris
Reasons to avoid
- The 5 inch bar handles limbs only up to about 5 inches, not firewood
- It is sold without a battery and charger, so you supply your own Power Share pack
What to look for
Pick your Power Share platform
Most of these run on 20V Power Share and share batteries with dozens of WORX tools. The Nitro 40V WG385 is on the 40V platform, so its battery does not cross over to the 20V saws.
Bar length for the job
Use the 5 inch WG326 for pruning, the 10 to 12 inch WG322 and WG350 for limbing and light firewood, and the 16 inch WG385 when you need to buck and fell larger material.
Reach versus ground cutting
The WG323 pole saw adds up to 12 feet of reach for high branches, but it is a compromise for ground level cutting. For general firewood, a standard chainsaw is the better tool.
Chain speed and capacity
WORX lists chain speeds from 12.5 ft/s on the WG322 up to 59 ft/s on the WG385. Faster chains and larger cutting capacities suit heavier work, while slower saws are fine for light branches.
Remember the oil
Several WORX saws require you to add chain oil before first use, and oil is sold separately. Filling and priming the oiler protects the bar and chain from the start.
Our verdict
For most yards the WORX Nitro 20V 12 inch WG350 is the chainsaw to buy. It ships with a 4.0Ah battery and charger, uses a brushless motor with a 33 ft/s chain speed, and WORX rates it up to 56 cuts on a 4x4 per charge with tool free tensioning and a kickback stop.
FAQs
The Nitro 20V 12 inch WG350 is the best all around pick. It includes a 4.0Ah battery and charger, runs a brushless motor with a 33 ft/s chain speed and is rated up to 56 cuts on a 4x4, which covers limbing and light firewood for most yards.
No. The 20V saws use the 20V Power Share battery, while the Nitro 40V WG385 uses the 40V platform. Batteries do not cross between the two systems, so match new tools to the packs you already own.
The WG323 pole and chain saw is designed for overhead work, adding up to 12 feet of reach with a tool free pole so you can cut high limbs from the ground. It keeps auto tension and auto lubrication like the other saws.
Generally no. Several WORX saws note that oil is sold separately and must be added before first use. Fill the oil tank and run the chain briefly to prime the automatic lubrication before you start cutting.
No. The WG326 has a 5 inch bar and is rated for branches up to about 5 inches, so it is a pruning and light limb tool. For firewood, step up to the 12 inch WG350 or the 16 inch WG385.