Should you buy a Battery Powered Chainsaw? Dewalt 12 inch DCCS620 XR 20v Review & Test.

If you've thought about buying a battery powered chainsaw over a gas one, this is the review you don't need to see. The Dewalt DCCS620 20V XR chainsaw is a capable yard lithium ion powered tool that completes the ultimate yard tool- you. This review and "extreme" test examines real world battery life, tips and tricks, life hacks, cheat codes but basically is an excuse to play with power tools, listen to clasical music and see some slow motion. This video is not a proper demonstration on chainsaw safety and best practices. SEO might disagree, but please do not confuse this with the larger 16” flex volt 40v or 60v saw or their drills or impact drivers. Ok that got some hits probably. Also lawn maintenance, arborist, Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
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[@darkencypher]

You’re the only guy that could get me to watch a chainsaw video. Bravo, sir.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I had to make it extra special- I haven't watched a full one either. Maybe I watched a short safety video once.

[@eunyoungchae2621]

I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle kzbin.infoUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.

[@chadfulton8686]

"The non-alcoholic beer of chainsaws" that's absolutely great.

[@yeshuaadoneinu436]

lol i was thinking the same made me chuckle

[@ZJIGGA]

“Start researching my options after I get there”.........priceless!

[@zachmcquaid3599]

A); 2); and D) in the first minute of this video had me hooked! Anyone who can pull off a 30-year-old "Home Alone" quote and not get called out by 10 or more viewers gets my attention! Bravo! Loved the delivery, and useful content!

[@glenochten5236]

Bud, that's the best chainsaw video ever. Been watching a lot of them as I shop for one. I ordered the Dewalt. I hope Tim Allen sees this video. I think he would want to work with you. Nice job!!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks!

[@zwgraf4296]

i love the fact you do a voice over it just sounds so much better and the sped up scenes with the orchestral music are a fucking treat my dude

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Talking into the camera just wastes time. It's a product review and to me, it seems more natural to do a voicever because it allows you to make a shorter, better paced video.

[@zwgraf4296]

i agree and on top of that a stand alone microphone just sounds so much better in a static environment compared to a lapel mic with a shit load of backround noise outside. either way your production is better than most

[@LowGearMedia]

I had no idea that I needed to watch this video until I watched this video. By far the most entertaining review of what I just purchased without reading reviews before buying as well. You my friend are a true frugal father. Oh, and I've done the snif, look, wipe finger on grass maneuver as well. 👍

[@komitadjie]

Looks like it might be just about right for dealing with this kind of situation. Something that can sit in the shed for a couple years between crap falling down without the entire engine turning into a ball of gunk, and still be able to get it done faster than the silky saw or sawzall I'd be using otherwise.

[@paulduffey4450]

You are the first channel I’ve subscribed to within 2 mins of watching the video. Bokeh and sarcasm is on point.

[@obfuscated3090]

I liked mine but the controller shit the bed in less than a year of infrequent use and zero abuse. The controller was bad, the switches and motor were fine. (I'm a retired aircraft mechanic and avionics tech so the autopsy was easy.) I like my 60V too but I won't buy another 20V Dewalt chain saw. My other DeWalt tools both cordless and corded have served well over many years, but this one wasn't great. The chain oiler crapped out but I just dipped the bar end in a pot of drain oil so no problem. I think I'll try a Makita next.

[@INFIDEL912]

I bought one , could not be happier with it. It exceeded every expectation.

[@robalan57]

I ordered the saw and decided to look on KZbin for support of my decision. Thank you!

[@Weeble_Warbles]

There's definitely a place for a tool like this. I love my Husqvarna 455 Rancher, but for the average homeowner it would be overkill and it comes in at over double the price, comes with the cost of gas, oil, *and* maintenance. Looks like a smart purchase for someone who doesn't have to deal with a lot of wooded areas on their property. Thanks for the video.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

That rancher is nice. I think the Husqvarna I used was their smallest 16 incher. It wasn't powerful, and kickbacks were rare. This seems almost on par with how I remember that one.

[@group7842]

I just bought this saw today. It's new, but came without an owners manual. I was looking for instructions. I'm glad I found your video instead. That was funny. Now, however, I still have to go find real instructions.

[@54diggerdown]

You're a true bro. My wife looked at me like I was an idiot for pouring boiling vinegar water on my foot. But after having her watch a few of your reviews she looks at me like a hero. Thank again and keep the reviews coming because I do tons of stupid shit.

[@grantdeisig1360]

Great video... Funny commentary, great editing, good choice of music, and an excellent demo of the saw and child labor. Two thumbs up!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

That’s why people have kids right?

[@aaronblake1891]

Bought one of these for my grandmother's 81 birthday and she loves it

[@ryanbrooks1702]

Aaron Blake prove it.

[@aaronblake1891]

Ryan Brooks it's a joke

[@ryanbrooks1702]

Aaron Blake your're a joke!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

No I'm a joke. I bought a battery powered chainsaw.

[@usernameisusername]

Nothing wrong with celebrating her bd by buying yourself a... Chainsaw... I mean I guess it's kinda a chain saw. Glad your grandma is stoked about it

[@tinman3381]

Only discovered your channel a week ago or so. In that time I have gotten more enjoyment than the rest of You Tube combined. Thank you sir!!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks a lot dude!

[@davidcoats1037]

It really does make more sense for the average homeowner than messing with all the maintenance of a gas chainsaw. Cute kid. I miss my niece being that age and “helping” me. Good video.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

That's why I went with it... power on battery saws is a lot better these days, and since it finished the job I bought it for- it wins in my book.

[@StinkyBlack1]

I've never seen a battery powered saw that was worth a damn.... Until now... That's pretty impressive.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I mean... I wouldn't trust this as a tree feller or something heavy duty- but for the average renter- this shit is exactly what I needed. All of the trees in the yard are way too big for most chainsaws anyway.

[@StinkyBlack1]

Yea I had a bunch of pine branches fall in my yard, might have to pick one of these up.

[@MiniatureChickenChannel]

😍😍 3 years later and this video is still kickin @ss!! The narration of your vids is very unique...love it! 👊👊

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrJoshDoty]

Good review. I have owned my house for 23 years. Need a chainsaw once. Got an electric one. It cut the limb up that fell and the chain got dull just as I finished. Haven’t need one since. 👍👍👍

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Sounds very reasonable. Probably shoulda just used the one in the barn that works.

[@thechugdude]

I like DeWalt. People may talk shit about a battery powered chainsaw but you really don't need a gas powered chainsaw for small residential use. I work in commercial landscaping and our Gas powered Stihl is a beast.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I'd love a Stihl, but didn't have a ton of extra money- and from what I read about the Dewalt it performed like a smaller displacement gas saw. I wasn't disappointed at all... and it really didn't struggle against anything I threw at it.

[@Drakoman07]

Found this video from google but man I love your style. I'm not huge into knives, but this is a great video and I hope your channel continues to do well! Keep it up!

[@joshelliott2233]

This video made my night. This absolute gold and laughed out loud like 6 times. Great content!

[@craigversetti5700]

Not bad for the price and what your needs werethat said the 60 volt flex volt is completely different and is kinda impressive as is the weedeater . Remember I NEVER thought I'd own any of this battery operated tools and have been a gas guy but I now see the need for it and these things really do work !!

[@chadfield376]

I know this video is a little old, but very entertaining commentary Lol; was looking for a review on this chainsaw and yours was on top based on my search. Based on what you demonstrated, I fall in a similar usage range where I only will need it sparsely throughout the year with the rest of the time sitting on shelf in shop next to my Dewalt cordless trimmer Lol. I love the idea of no fumes or gas mixing either and merely just adding bar oil in between uses. Like you I have only Dewalt brand cordless tools so I can use same battery in everything.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

It’s a good choice!

[@marshalllaw123]

That looked way more fun than it should've been.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I had a lot of fun. I had to share the fun!

[@marshalllaw123]

Advanced Knife Bro what'd be REALLY fun is to whittle one chunk down into a detailed replica of a hamburger, then strategically planting said woodburger in future videos. Where's Waldo? Screw that; where's woodburger!!!!

[@TargetingPod]

That was the best review I’ve ever seen the sarcasm was really worth it

[@lpscruggsiii]

Hey, Great Review !!! I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and have experienced the "dark side" with big 2 stroke chain saws and wanted to see if the DeWalt 12" 20v chainsaw was a viable alternative as I have a fill collection of cordless power tools (older 18v XPR & 20v XR) and didn't want to have to invest in a new brand and/ or style of battery to just take care of the "around the house" tree, brush, limb needs. Your video answered the question. So I also subscribed too as I am a Motorcyclist, knife, (and gun) fan also. I'll probably head out to Home Depot tomorrow. Oh very entertaining video, I look forward to more.

[@chadfulton8686]

I also like that 1 person decided this video was just not for them.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Less than my others!

[@kenbrown5449]

First time viewer of Advanced Knife Bro... I'll be back. Your commentary had me in stitches! (not to be confused with electric chainsaw stitches!) (yet...) :)

[@videovango9476]

You’re very funny. Great sense of humor and great comedic timing.

[@deidralynns]

😂 yes glad I bought this chainsaw. While searching for an instructional video I found this gem. Well done sir

[@sethsafe]

Best KZbin (Dewalt chainsaw) review EVER! Please provide reviews for everything else I’m considering buying. Congrats.

[@alexanderbinz7380]

this is probably the best video on this channel

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yeah probably. It’ll be worth the 5k views it’ll get over the next 3 years.

[@dlkline27]

I have one of these saws and would like to offer additional information. First, the usable bar length is 10 1/2 inches. However, you can cut a log that is almost 21 inches in diameter (twice the usable bar length). I only use a 16 inch bar on my old gas saw and I once cut a downed tree trunk that was over 20 inches in diameter by cutting half at a time.

[@hk93shooter]

i have a bunch of gas saws. i bought this one for camping on state land and for trail clearing. nice and quiet. and i can keep it in my truck without gas and oil leaking on the carpet. electric saws defiantly have there place. nice video , especially if someone was on the fence about buying this , they are very capable fro small med size trees. and low maintenance. cheers.

[@nightfall6420]

Good humor. This video really helped. Mine had stopped working. I did not know about the safety bar.

[@jcmottern]

I miss my daughter at that age😭 Great video.

[@robbiehawkins297]

My first ever KZbin comment. I have watched many videos and also many Dewalt review videos and never felt the need to comment. This is by far the best one yet. It is informative, entertaining, funny and well put together. Well done sir.. Well done!

[@jackfarmboy]

By the way the music with the slow motion 10 out 10. Bravo 👏

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Took me a while today to get the music laid out just right...

[@joekasperek1086]

Well done bro again you made my day which was not going so well ... grateful!!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Glad you liked it... cheer up man!

[@chuckles470s9]

Nice review. Battery powered yard tools are underrated.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yup.

[@royhoco5748]

I have a battery powered chainsaw, blower, and weedeater, I am impressed with the power and battery duration. not quite as powerful as gas models but they have benefits, no mixing or storing 2 cycle fuel, no smoke and fumes to breath and less noise and they get the job done. Just bought the Dewalt 60 volt 16" bar model.

[@donnieshepperson126]

no breaking the rope

[@slipperyjohnson7016]

Just bought this saw and I'm watching more vids on it. Found your amusing. Nice vid. BTW, 2 stroke gas won't hurt your mower if you put in a bit at a time. It will smoke a bit and maybe lube the valves, but it won't hurt the engine if you put a smidge in there. I use mine in an old ATV all the time.

[@kyledouglass1709]

Edutainment in the form of dry informative humor. I will purchase the saw. Thank you. Nailed winterizing. Found it curious you live in the suburbs of London.

[@darrenstreet4391]

This makes me want to buy a chainsaw. I don't have any trees but my neighbor does. This is the best video on KZbin this year.

[@DashPar]

Came for the saw, stayed for the commentary!!

[@jacobadventures]

Love it!! 😂 I haaaaate long intros, especially for product reviews. However, this video was such a joy to watch. You sir are doing a dam-good job. Favorite part was where you wiped your fingers on the grass lol.

[@james45913]

Every KZbin "video maker" should be required to watch, learn and emulate this guy.

[@raymae60]

I just purchased a dewalt saw like yours (but 5 amp battery) for two reasons: 1. I have other dewalt tools which use the same battery, and 2. (the real reason) Perhaps using it will improve my sense of humor as it also has yours. Thanks, and do include that beautiful, scene-stealing star of your family in all future vids.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man! I was really impressed by the cutting power of this one. As long as you have some extra battery power this thing excels at smaller trees or large branches.

[@SingleMaltSmash]

Wranglerstar will be proud. Seriously though, looks like you had a fun time with the little one. Too much cute.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

It'd probably ding me on safety!

[@multifacetedman]

“Cuz that’s parenting.” Frfr sometimes. Great vid, great vibe, good enough dad. Just kidding. Clearly, you and child are a fantastic team. Winning.

[@mikepaul7796]

Great, informative video, bro. And I loved the comedic element you brought to it. Cheers!

[@justinAroy]

I wish my log was measuring in at 9". Also, you nailed the winterizing.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Don't we all bro.

[@Engineerboy100]

Dude, Funny as hell!!! Puns of fun lol :) I watch this entire chainsaw video and forgot what I was originally searching for. .... And that is one lucky 2-year-old to have such a cool and understanding Dad to hang out with!!! A+

[@FLOTDOLMA]

just discovered today your informative and humorous video...learned and smiled....a good combination for me for life....thank you ..enjoy the rides and the beer...

[@jasoonmo]

The sarcasm is strong, and super entertaining

[@markeysonwoodcraftandcarvi9247]

Good choice. Always better to get a chainsaw that meets 90% percent of your needs perfectly, but must be occasionally pushed to it's limits, then to buy an overpowered chainsaw and underuse it. I respect your choice more than 99% of the guys who overspend on huge gas saws they don't need.

[@Mr_Tovarish]

Really some of the best content on youtube, but I must say, you seem to defy the statistical likeliness of hospital visits caused by what you do in your videos hahahaha

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Speeding up the footage makes it look way less tame than it really was!

[@Mr_Tovarish]

Except I'm referring to you jumping into a pile of sticks all aimed directly at your eyeballs hahahahha

[@DiscoFang]

"Statistical Likeliness" wasn't even a thing before KZbin. It inversely correlates to the number of "safety" comments saying a visit is a certainty.

[@TautologyTechSystems]

Excellent music choice. Wish I could say the same for the chainsaw. Dinosaur squeezings make for a higher chooch factor.

[@michaelhammers7278]

Warner bros has your approval! Yeah... I’m referring to the classical music/ timing which takes huge time editing

[@Promptjock]

This unit looks like a winner for an Average Home DIY'er like myself. This is the second video that gives good praise for this tool, so I guess that's saying something. I do have to agree: the larger the Amp-Hour rating on the battery used, the longer it'll run (which is a "natch!" for ANY battery-operated device). At this time I don't see a need for a chainsaw, but having other DeWalt 20V Max tools (that I simply LOVE!), this unit should be a good addition to the "collection" when I decide to get one. As of this post, the lowest price for the "bare" tool is $123.60 from eBay (dunno if it's used or new), a high price of $189 from Amazon (surprising?), $179 from my local Home Depot, and $149-$154 from other web retailers (sans S/H or sales tax: thank you, Google!).

[@Motherfigures]

How clever having all the actual demo in slo-mo or fast-mo...

[@sunshyn21]

I found this video thoroughly enjoyable. Nice choice of tunes bro! Cute kid, my girls turning two end of this month.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Shes about two and a half, and loves helping.

[@sunshyn21]

I do! Everyday is different and fun. Love watching her learn

[@richardelliott9511]

@@AdvancedKnifeBro kids love to "help" when they're little but when she is old enough to really be help, good luck finding her. At least that was my experience. Gotta luv 'em.

[@alittleolder]

It is quite amazing how much you got done with that little battery pack. I would so buy this if I didn't live in an apartment in the middle of the city.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Those battery packs are way better than they used to be

[@alittleolder]

Indeed. Still quite impressive. One might not feel as rugged but when one is above that it seems like a sensible choice.

[@wildwoody20]

I love the finger wipe on the grass from the dirty diaper at 0.28 did you change the diaper ? lol but great video !

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yes... I left that on the cutting room floor, so to speak.

[@glennj6465]

Great review and sense of humour 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

[@ingridwitherell440]

Yes, I'm convinced. Where can I hire that girl? My daughter's going off to college, and she never really liked to help outside anyways.

[@ConcreteTurtle]

Great content as always. A little disappointed that batoning wasn’t attempted ;) But thumbs up for your assistant!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

She was a great helper.

[@leesorganichemp6308]

Awesome video dewalt should pay you for this one, thanks for the info

[@saltysteel3996]

Whatever size a chainsaw's bar is, it can cut twice that size. 12 inch bar? Can cut a 24 inch log. I have a Stihl 009, 009L, 029, a Homelite Super 2, and a Jonsered 920 with a 3 foot bar. Edit: btw, the DeWALT is 90 cuts in pressure treated 4x4 with a 5Ah battery.

[@woofman4796]

2 things,, this will be my next dewalt purchase, i have the 20v midrange impact wrench coming soon from amazon, have you had any issues with the oil cap,, i've read a few complaints from others saying the cap is difficult to remove the first time and some have broken ,, cool video

[@astrazenica7783]

No flipper tab and the jimping kinda aggressive, especially when u turn it on. Our advanced host & brother in knives must live in upmarket area. Even the travelling, cold calling gypsy scrappers/drive way pavers/tree surgeons/thieving bastards/etc have Victorian Anglo-American accents apparently. Not cockney, let alone Irish -- gypsies that sound somewhere between Michael Caine & Cary Grant. Classy place

[@garthqueen]

Im in the process of selling mine in the UK,and just keeping my flexvolt version.It simply doesnt spin the chain fast enough to use.The chain just bounces off most branches unless they are really solid and immobile.The flexvolt will cut anything.Oh,and chain needs to be RAZOR sharp just to give you a chance.Useless on standard 5ah batts.Spins a bit quicker on 6 or 9ah.

[@offshoresavage6608]

This was perfect. I enjoyed the whole video and would share a beer with you after a hard days labor.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man!

[@waterop4]

You made me wish I had bought this chainsaw instead of that POC gas Poulan I bought , less than two years old, won't start, I've got to put it in the shop for repairs/tuneup.

[@BE2001]

I have no issue with your chainsaw stance. However, that POS excuse for a wheelbarrow needs to go. Can we set up a GoFundMe or something? In all seriousness, loved the video and the sense of humor makes it all the better.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I gave that wheelbarrow away. I agree!

[@TheJunkyardgenius]

Get the oregon bar, its really good, the self sharpening or the one with the attachment. Im def gna get this tool. Plus the shitty finger is the best thing ive seen on youtube in ages, im glad you didnt cut it.

[@derekdeckens2559]

Best chainsaw review video ever.

[@lenenhernandez3997]

best informational short film ever....

[@stevey500]

This is pretty badass. Considering I've got four 6Ah 20v dewalt batteries laying around, one single 6ah would cover a couple days of camp trips easy.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Oh yeah- it'd be a great choice.

[@guyfroml]

Excellent choice going with Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody as the background music.

[@loucifer323]

You can also put the 16 inch flexvolt bar on this

[@presterjohn71]

You could have had a companion machete video for those smaller branches. that little hatchet was just hard work.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I have orders I do things in... I have a machete (new but needs serious sharpening) that I need to review- but can't review it without getting some unused shots. I have Kukris, but I have been meaning to do my Estwing video for quite some time... I actually shot some stuff with it that didn't make it- mostly of chopping. I was trying to get footage for two videos in one sitting. But you are correct, it makes no sense and machetes are made for that.

[@OldCountrySeeds]

swedish forestry axe - super good on anything green and within 4" diameter - whack done - or whack whack done - worst case whack whack flip whack done maybe stomp

[@vqman535]

Your daughter is growing so fast. I remember you used to carry her strapped to your back in videos. So beautiful 😁😁😁

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Yep... she's big, and talking up the storm. Always wants to help.

[@logicreversed18t]

Dry, monotone sarcasm is also my super power. It's always nice to meet one of us. One. Of. Us.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man! (no sarcasm)

[@SteveKluver]

Thanks Bro. That was fun to watch! Now, if you can just find a Spyderco Sharpmaker/Chainsaw attachment. To sharpen that blade later. You'll be all set. 😀

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I'm on the lookout!

[@corw1588]

By far the best chainsaw review ever lol

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thanks man!

[@avidsledder]

the best review video Ive ever watched. Informative and full of chuckles

[@CVNOU]

“Because that’s parenting”. Yep, right on the money with that observation. The pisser will be if the next wind storm knocks your power out killing your ability to charge the battery. I would still want to see that video though.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

When the power went out, I had about 7 flashlights around the house ceiling bouncing light- I'm all set for that!

[@automategames]

I just picked one up this week end... its pretty sweet... you can also shove a 6 AH battery in it.

[@toolman101476]

Lol your hilarious.... excellent video... the sarcasm is GOLD

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Oh, the kid there... she's a keeper! My kid couldn't lift a log like that till he was 19 lol.

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

I'm sure once she turns about 12 she'll suddenly lose it too.

[@Rockhound758]

Love the video; very informative but also very engaging and witty! Nice job!

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

Thank you!

[@ronjonmor]

Love the Triumph helmet!

[@cgmislive]

I’m super excited for the video where you change out the chain bar

[@AdvancedKnifeBro]

The guy!

[@EricCKeys]

Great video with awesome real use mixed with humor. Just had a storm come through our area and have a bunch of trees down in the backyard. Wasn't sure if i'd go for this one but your video pushed me over the top to get one.