Experts recommend Ego Power+ CS1611 more than Ego Power+ CS1604
As of 18 Oct 2024, experts prefer Ego Power+ CS1611 over Ego Power+ CS1604, but both Chainsaws have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Ego Power+ CS1611 received 3 recommendations: from reviewed.usatoday.com (18 Jun 2024), Reviewed (18 Jun 2024) and The Spruce (6 Aug 2024). By contrast, Ego Power+ CS1604 received only 1 recommendation from Popular Mechanics (11 Sep 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Chainsaw | reviewed.usatoday.com  | Reviewed | Bob Vila  | Fire And Saw  | TopTenReviews  | Chainsaw Larry  | Wirecutter  | Popular Mechanics  | The Spruce  | TechGearLab  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | - | $219 |  Ego Power+ CS1611 | 3 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - |
| 51 | N/A | $249 |  Ego Power+ CS1604 The Ego Power+ CS1604 Chainsaw is a highly recommended cordless chainsaw that offers powerful cutting performance, ease of use, safety features, and durability, making it suitable for both professional and DIY users. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 11 Sep 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked Ego Power+ CS1604 as #9
Rank Chainsaw Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 17 Ego Power+ CS1604 Quietest... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com - On 18 Jun 2024 reviewed.usatoday.com ranked Ego Power+ CS1611 as #3
Rank Chainsaw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Ego Power+ CS1611 Best Battery-powered... ... ... Source: reviewed.usatoday.com - On 18 Jun 2024 Reviewed ranked Ego Power+ CS1611 as #3
Rank Chainsaw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Ego Power+ CS1611 Best Battery-Powered... ... ... Source: www.reviewed.com - On 6 Aug 2024 The Spruce ranked Ego Power+ CS1611 as #6
Rank Chainsaw Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 8 Ego Power+ CS1611 Best Cordless... ... ... Source: www.thespruce.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the October rankings, Ego Power+ CS1611 outranks Ego Power+ CS1604. This is not to say that Ego Power+ CS1604 is a bad option. Like Ego Power+ CS1611, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Ego Power+ CS1611 is mentioned by key experts in Oct 2024, while Ego Power+ CS1604 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Chainsaw | reviewed.usatoday.com | Reviewed | Bob Vila | Fire And Saw | TopTenReviews | Chainsaw Larry | Wirecutter | Popular Mechanics | The Spruce | TechGearLab |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $280 |  Husqvarna Power Axe 350i The Husqvarna Power Axe 350i is a lightweight and maneuverable cordless electric chainsaw that offers superior cutting power, ease of use, and durability, making it a top choice for both professionals and homeowners. | - | - | 12 | - | 1 | - | 4 | 4 | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $538 |  DeWalt Flexvolt DCCS670 | 1 | 1 | 6 | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  STIHL MSA 300 C-O 20 in. | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | - | - | 3 | - | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Echo CS-310 The Echo CS-310 chainsaw is a gas-powered chainsaw known for its powerful cutting performance, ease of use, and strong safety features, making it a durable and reliable option for both professional and home use. | 5 | 5 | - | - | 6 | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 5
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [2]
Total expert reviews: 2
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 2
From Seller:
- 35CC gas equivalent
- Up to 250 cuts on a 4x4 with the included 56V 5.0Ah ARC Lithium battery
- 16-inch bar and chain
- 6,800 RPM for the power to cut through hardwood, soft wood, branches, and more
- IPX4-rated weather-resistant construction
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From Seller:
- 40CC gas equivalent
- Up to 130 cuts on a 4x4 with the included 56V 2.5Ah ARC Lithium battery
- 16-inch bar and chain
- 20m/s chain speed
- Tool-free chain tensioning system for quick, easy bar and chain adjustments
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