Nice saws….it appears that time will tell…..both are running great now. Thanks for taking the time and running them both for us to see….good show 🪵⛓🪚👍👏🇺🇸 Rick
Great comparo guys. Good on Husqvarna for finally coming up with a killer top handle that competes favorably with the 201. One thing is for sure: these things got balls.
Good video. We carry saws on dirt bikes to clear and build single track trail. We typically carry 200, 201s on ride days and 260, 261s for work days. You can do a lot with a top handle, just slower . Ive had to double cut lots of 20 to 20 inch logs and even cut notches and get through 40 to 50 inch logs with them.
Really good comparison fellas! We run stihl top handle saws when cutting trees around power lines at work. We just like them. They get abused but keep on running for the most part. I will say, when it’s really hot outside & they’ve been running for awhile they are hard to keep running. Thanks again for the video!
Hard to keep running? I worked as a Line Clearance Arborist for over 8yrs. Used the 200T every single day. I never once "ever" had a stihl 200T not want to stay running. Do u guys have it in winter mode? We never put ours in winter mode, and they never struggled in the summer and days it was well well below zero praying it wouldn't start. And it did! All my stihl saws were full choke couple pulls a sputter then half choke one pull with brake on. Soon as it started, u pop the brake let it high idle for a few seconds and it would rip until u ran out of gas. Lbs
Great comparison guys! Both look like great saws. Got a Stihl top handle a few year back but rarely use it. Guess I like my 261 to much!😆 I seen a chainsaw injury list once. One of the most injured places on the body was the hands. Couldn’t figure out how that was until I ran a top handle for awhile. Found myself reaching out pulling limbs with my free hand. Nothing ever happened, but I see how it could. Take care!👍🏻
Did you try the different width handles that came with the husqvarna for a more custom fit? or is that only offered on the mark II. Three different handles: M, L, XL , I thought that was a great feature.
I have made quite some trees meet the ground the last few days (doing so with a McCullough CS35) I do think a top handle saw would indeed be nice for the limbs and branches, a top handle is more manoeuvrable so would make it easier but the tree trunks that’s still up to a normal saw to chop up
Nice comparison fellas! I gotta say as a Stihl man myself the cheaper cost and faster chain speed might sway me to go all orange on this one! Ya just always have the stihl proven dependability in the back of your mind🤷♂️ Well done Genin👊🏻
I can tell the Bearded guy has much more experience with.a saw. He definitely gave each saw a lot better chance. Then the other guy, thats why u heard the saws hanging up so much for him. When using the dogs on a larger log. U basically guide it down and pivot as it goes. U let the saw do the work! You are only there to guide and operate the trigger. Just because it has dog's on it. Doesn't mean u can put all ur weight into it. Theres a bit of finesse, that needs to take place. To find that fine balance. That goes for every chainsaw out there, on any type of wood period! The saws talking to you, its on you to understand what its saying/asking from you. Im an ex Line Clearance Arborist. I did the work 8yrs professionally. And i still do a few side jobs here and there!
They are actually very different saws. I own and have run both. The husky is more powerful, cuts faster, and runs a 16 inch bar comfortably with plenty of power to spare. The stihl has always been reliable, but would struggle with a 16 inch bar. I imagine the husky will be reliable as well. For a big top handle, with plenty of power for professional use I would recommend the 540xp mark 3.
Good comparison. I am going to be buying another top handle soon. I have an old 192t that I really like but it is becoming too much work to keep it running for the day. Was thinking about a 202tc-m. 16” bar. After watching this I am going to look into the husky. I own many saws. Both breeds. I have never had an issue with a pro model sthil. My 192t is not a pro model and the body is plastic. The 201tc has a metal body. Don’t know about the husky model yet but for me spending this much money on a small saw I prefer the metal body. And you can always change the drive gear to make it cut faster.
I've run the Stihl 200t with a 12" bar for about 15 years and it's still going strong. Having said that, I'm not an arborist but it does do quite a bit of work. Could the 200t be the best top handle saw ever?
I have a 201tc. Very disappointed with that very expensive saw. The switch, the Mtronic system, bar oil leaking. And mine it's not the only one. Long live the Ms200!
Exactly! Any M tronic is worthless. I have about 30 saws and all of the M tronics are crap. I do have a 261 M Tronic that has been good so far. The 661C and 201TC are pure crap in my opinion. I've had so much trouble out of them. Mainly the carbs. I have 4 saws that are broken down right now do to carb issues. Which is bad enough if you can find a Stihl mechanic. Of the 4 Stihl dealers within driving distance of my house, only one will work on them. And he is always several weeks out on even a simple repair. All the other Stihl dealerships even say they don't like working on them and they just want to sell a new one. I've had several saws at a dealer for well over a year and I had to finally go pick it up and just part them out. We professionals need another option for saws. I like Husky but there are no repair shops for Husky in my area either.
@@jbcardin Even the Husqvarna with the autotune has issues. I had a Husky 562 and between the plastic everything and the autotune issues, I sold it shortly after purchase. When I purchased my 661 I got the Magnum, no M-tronic there! And just like the 261 (non M-tronic) it has been trouble free.
I've never used one, they look awkward. Maybe because of handle location, seems to me like a kickback would be uncontrollable. How do you feel using them as compared to a regular saw, safety wise?. Kenny
They don’t really kickback. The chains are a lot less agressvive than the typical chainsaw chain. Safety wise I feel good about it. Thanks for watching Kenny!
Great video concerning the two top handle 40cc pro saws. The Husky is probably faster because it uses a 0.043 gauge chain versus the Stihl 3/8 low-pro chain. That is the one thing that keeps me from buying the Husky is the 0.043 gauge bar, semi-chisel chain, and sprocket that needs a 1/4" file to keep sharp. I'd much prefer the 0.050 low-pro full chisel chain (not the safety chain!) that Stihl uses. Trying to determine what a dealer is going to charge to convert the saw to 3/8 bar, LP chain, and sprocket.
@@765Guys I've run .043 on a pole saw. It doesn't hold up as well as 3/8 LP, can't be sharpened as often as cutters are not nearly as long, and I have not been able to find the chain in full chisel. I am interested in converting the Husky to 3/8LP so it is the same as my Snellerized 201T.
Very good point! Something most novice chainsaw users will over look. After 8yrs of being a Line Clearance Arborist and using Stihl 200T the majority of that time. I'll live and die by my stihl! It's gotten me out of some hairy situations! I know a slash cut is technically forbidden, but my stihl saws were so dependable and reliable that I could comfortably make a slash/spear cut. When cutting brush and small trees above the powerlines, we'd use the slash cut when possible. And I always trusted my stihl to get through without any bogging whatsoever!
Being only a gardener, I don't use chainsaws that much, but both saws look pretty good. I personally have a Milwaukee M12 and a pole saw attachment for my Husqvarna 535LK's for pruning, for everything else, I use a Husqvarna 455 Rancher!
Absolutely best for in tree use. More dangerous on the ground, possibly. I see no difference between TH, and RH chainsaws on the ground. Mileage will vary between people though.
Dangerous for ignorant and incompetent people! A lot of tree trimming companies have forbidden them for in tree use as well. Because people one hand them, and don't pay attention to wtf they are doing. It kicks back and cuts them easier because there's only one hand on the saw. If the company hasn't forbidden the Top handle saws, they are strict on one handing the saws! Usually ends in a write up etc etc. But I know Asplundh is one of the biggest tree service companies for utility work. And they don't even purchase them anymore. Which sucks ass! Because their rear handle brothers are just more inconvenient in a tree. I'm an ex line clearance Arborist. 8yrs I did that work year round. It pist me off, having to suffer because of the incompetent arrogant fools. Who ruin it for everyone! These are professional grade saws. No residential/wood cutter should be allowed to have them imo. Because the general public are extremely incompetent when it comes to safety.
@@richardbadish6990true. My neighbour just got a new fence put up between us and I was talking to the guys one day. They told me they found a saw a couple weeks ago on the side of the road,I asked them what it looked like and they told me it looked like a one handed saw,turns out it was a 201 TC that was broken a little bit. I figured a tree company must’ve left it on top of their truck or on a box and it fell off and got damaged.I told these guys it was worth fixing and to be careful using it after it’s fixed. I should have played it down and offered them 100$ and told them it wouldn’t be worth it for them to fix. Hello from British Columbia 😊
@@765Guys that’s I good combo another way to get more power is to take off the air filter and below it is a small circle cap if you take it off let the saw idle for 10mins to relearn the air flow ratio
All husky limbers I've ever had , if u get them pinched and try to pull out the center always crack, stay away from the husky limber, it will happen to u , it's a main issue,.
Was or is it to much to ask to tell us the Engine size ccs of each machine come on duds TELL US THE ENGINE SIZE FOR GOD SAKES now igota find another video to find th size of each engine gissh
Maybe what Stihl used to be. Stihl certainly isn't the saw they were. Mind you, of course, the 201 is from the pro series (unlike the 192). And we won't even mention the junk 4 stroke stuff.
Nice saws….it appears that time will tell…..both are running great now. Thanks for taking the time and running them both for us to see….good show 🪵⛓🪚👍👏🇺🇸 Rick
Thanks Rick, I have no doubt that these will both hold up.
Great video- I came back to this video as I’m looking at purchasing a top handle saw for the business. I’m going with the Husqvarna.
Good choice, I sold my 201 and got the 540.
Great comparo guys. Good on Husqvarna for finally coming up with a killer top handle that competes favorably with the 201. One thing is for sure: these things got balls.
Thanks for watching! Husqvarna definitely has an awesome saw!
Good video. We carry saws on dirt bikes to clear and build single track trail. We typically carry 200, 201s on ride days and 260, 261s for work days. You can do a lot with a top handle, just slower . Ive had to double cut lots of 20 to 20 inch logs and even cut notches and get through 40 to 50 inch logs with them.
Really good comparison fellas! We run stihl top handle saws when cutting trees around power lines at work. We just like them. They get abused but keep on running for the most part. I will say, when it’s really hot outside & they’ve been running for awhile they are hard to keep running. Thanks again for the video!
Thanks! Top handles are great!
Hard to keep running? I worked as a Line Clearance Arborist for over 8yrs. Used the 200T every single day. I never once "ever" had a stihl 200T not want to stay running. Do u guys have it in winter mode? We never put ours in winter mode, and they never struggled in the summer and days it was well well below zero praying it wouldn't start. And it did! All my stihl saws were full choke couple pulls a sputter then half choke one pull with brake on. Soon as it started, u pop the brake let it high idle for a few seconds and it would rip until u ran out of gas. Lbs
Great comparison guys! Both look like great saws. Got a Stihl top handle a few year back but rarely use it. Guess I like my 261 to much!😆 I seen a chainsaw injury list once. One of the most injured places on the body was the hands. Couldn’t figure out how that was until I ran a top handle for awhile. Found myself reaching out pulling limbs with my free hand. Nothing ever happened, but I see how it could. Take care!👍🏻
We know you love the 261s rod! The top handle will definitely have you putting your hands where they don’t belong. Thanks for watching!
Did you try the different width handles that came with the husqvarna for a more custom fit? or is that only offered on the mark II. Three different handles: M, L, XL , I thought that was a great feature.
Got a 009l, Milwaukee tophandle and a ported 200t build
Wow that Husky T540 is a beast of a top handle I didnt think they could out do the 201 boy was I wrong
Wow after running your Stihl I’m very surprised how much you like the Husqvarna. I’m going to have to try one out! Great job guys👍💪👍
The Husqvarna is a shredder!
I have made quite some trees meet the ground the last few days (doing so with a McCullough CS35) I do think a top handle saw would indeed be nice for the limbs and branches, a top handle is more manoeuvrable so would make it easier but the tree trunks that’s still up to a normal saw to chop up
Team Husqvarna 💯
I like the Husqvarna more but both saws are great so if you buy either one your a winner! Thx
Agreed!
I’ve been contemplating making the new mk3 my first Husky.
It would be an excellent choice.
Nice comparison fellas! I gotta say as a Stihl man myself the cheaper cost and faster chain speed might sway me to go all orange on this one! Ya just always have the stihl proven dependability in the back of your mind🤷♂️ Well done Genin👊🏻
Thanks Todd, I don’t think husky pro saws lack an reliability. Hopefully this one holds up!
I can tell the Bearded guy has much more experience with.a saw. He definitely gave each saw a lot better chance. Then the other guy, thats why u heard the saws hanging up so much for him. When using the dogs on a larger log. U basically guide it down and pivot as it goes. U let the saw do the work! You are only there to guide and operate the trigger. Just because it has dog's on it. Doesn't mean u can put all ur weight into it. Theres a bit of finesse, that needs to take place. To find that fine balance. That goes for every chainsaw out there, on any type of wood period! The saws talking to you, its on you to understand what its saying/asking from you. Im an ex Line Clearance Arborist. I did the work 8yrs professionally. And i still do a few side jobs here and there!
Great comparison guys.
Thanks Bob!
They are actually very different saws. I own and have run both. The husky is more powerful, cuts faster, and runs a 16 inch bar comfortably with plenty of power to spare. The stihl has always been reliable, but would struggle with a 16 inch bar. I imagine the husky will be reliable as well. For a big top handle, with plenty of power for professional use I would recommend the 540xp mark 3.
Nice comparison guys! 👍
Thanks e!
Which saw do you think pulls easier on those cold days up in the tree when your shoulder is spent?
Both are really easy to pull. Can’t say one way or the other. Thanks for watching!
A Husqvarna t545xpi electric model. They run really good, they just dont have the torque to really carve
Hey I don't know if you guys talked about it but what was the weight difference with them both filled up?
I’m unsure, very similar though. Thanks for watching!
Good comparison. I am going to be buying another top handle soon. I have an old 192t that I really like but it is becoming too much work to keep it running for the day. Was thinking about a 202tc-m. 16” bar. After watching this I am going to look into the husky. I own many saws. Both breeds. I have never had an issue with a pro model sthil. My 192t is not a pro model and the body is plastic. The 201tc has a metal body. Don’t know about the husky model yet but for me spending this much money on a small saw I prefer the metal body. And you can always change the drive gear to make it cut faster.
Thanks, I ended up selling the 201 and kept the husky. I think it has more power and is much more durable.
@@765Guys is the body of the husky plastic???
I mean the part where the engine mounts. The plastic being part of the engine
I've run the Stihl 200t with a 12" bar for about 15 years and it's still going strong. Having said that, I'm not an arborist but it does do quite a bit of work.
Could the 200t be the best top handle saw ever?
I think so, never ran one but not super impressed with the 201.
The 200 is definitely the best topping saw,I wish there was more used ones for sale. I have one but more is better 😊
Whats your opinion on husqvarna T435 vs T525??
Have not run either one
I have a 201tc. Very disappointed with that very expensive saw. The switch, the Mtronic system, bar oil leaking. And mine it's not the only one.
Long live the Ms200!
Exactly! Any M tronic is worthless. I have about 30 saws and all of the M tronics are crap. I do have a 261 M Tronic that has been good so far. The 661C and 201TC are pure crap in my opinion. I've had so much trouble out of them. Mainly the carbs. I have 4 saws that are broken down right now do to carb issues. Which is bad enough if you can find a Stihl mechanic. Of the 4 Stihl dealers within driving distance of my house, only one will work on them. And he is always several weeks out on even a simple repair. All the other Stihl dealerships even say they don't like working on them and they just want to sell a new one. I've had several saws at a dealer for well over a year and I had to finally go pick it up and just part them out.
We professionals need another option for saws. I like Husky but there are no repair shops for Husky in my area either.
@@jbcardin
Even the Husqvarna with the autotune has issues.
I had a Husky 562 and between the plastic everything and the autotune issues, I sold it shortly after purchase.
When I purchased my 661 I got the Magnum, no M-tronic there! And just like the 261 (non M-tronic)
it has been trouble free.
I see a number of complaints with the 540 mk3 that it's hard to restart once it gets warm/hot, have you had any issues?
No
I've never used one, they look awkward. Maybe because of handle location, seems to me like a kickback would be uncontrollable.
How do you feel using them as compared to a regular saw, safety wise?.
Kenny
They don’t really kickback. The chains are a lot less agressvive than the typical chainsaw chain. Safety wise I feel good about it. Thanks for watching Kenny!
@@765Guys good to know, thanks.
could always look at a 201ce
Great video concerning the two top handle 40cc pro saws. The Husky is probably faster because it uses a 0.043 gauge chain versus the Stihl 3/8 low-pro chain. That is the one thing that keeps me from buying the Husky is the 0.043 gauge bar, semi-chisel chain, and sprocket that needs a 1/4" file to keep sharp. I'd much prefer the 0.050 low-pro full chisel chain (not the safety chain!) that Stihl uses. Trying to determine what a dealer is going to charge to convert the saw to 3/8 bar, LP chain, and sprocket.
Thanks! Check out sappy supply, they offer a Oregon speed cut bar and chain for the stihl that is .43 I think.
@@765Guys I've run .043 on a pole saw. It doesn't hold up as well as 3/8 LP, can't be sharpened as often as cutters are not nearly as long, and I have not been able to find the chain in full chisel. I am interested in converting the Husky to 3/8LP so it is the same as my Snellerized 201T.
Very good point! Something most novice chainsaw users will over look. After 8yrs of being a Line Clearance Arborist and using Stihl 200T the majority of that time. I'll live and die by my stihl! It's gotten me out of some hairy situations! I know a slash cut is technically forbidden, but my stihl saws were so dependable and reliable that I could comfortably make a slash/spear cut. When cutting brush and small trees above the powerlines, we'd use the slash cut when possible. And I always trusted my stihl to get through without any bogging whatsoever!
Love my T540 MK3.
Stinthl USD?
I call those money 💰 makers I run the stihl top handle
Being only a gardener, I don't use chainsaws that much, but both saws look pretty good. I personally have a Milwaukee M12 and a pole saw attachment for my Husqvarna 535LK's for pruning, for everything else, I use a Husqvarna 455 Rancher!
Good choices!
Those saws are for cutting up in the air they are dangerous to use on the ground and awkward since the handles are too close together
Yup, they are climbing saws, 👍💪🪓🌲🇮🇪
Absolutely best for in tree use. More dangerous on the ground, possibly. I see no difference between TH, and RH chainsaws on the ground. Mileage will vary between people though.
Dangerous for ignorant and incompetent people! A lot of tree trimming companies have forbidden them for in tree use as well. Because people one hand them, and don't pay attention to wtf they are doing. It kicks back and cuts them easier because there's only one hand on the saw. If the company hasn't forbidden the Top handle saws, they are strict on one handing the saws! Usually ends in a write up etc etc. But I know Asplundh is one of the biggest tree service companies for utility work. And they don't even purchase them anymore. Which sucks ass! Because their rear handle brothers are just more inconvenient in a tree. I'm an ex line clearance Arborist. 8yrs I did that work year round. It pist me off, having to suffer because of the incompetent arrogant fools. Who ruin it for everyone! These are professional grade saws. No residential/wood cutter should be allowed to have them imo. Because the general public are extremely incompetent when it comes to safety.
I'm confused. I thought they were meant to be use mostly with one hand when needed. 🤔💭 Dang I didn't know this.
@@richardbadish6990true. My neighbour just got a new fence put up between us and I was talking to the guys one day. They told me they found a saw a couple weeks ago on the side of the road,I asked them what it looked like and they told me it looked like a one handed saw,turns out it was a 201 TC that was broken a little bit. I figured a tree company must’ve left it on top of their truck or on a box and it fell off and got damaged.I told these guys it was worth fixing and to be careful using it after it’s fixed. I should have played it down and offered them 100$ and told them it wouldn’t be worth it for them to fix. Hello from British Columbia 😊
I just bought the mark 3 got it for $589
From where?
@@Bosh-ed1jz it was on sale at a dealer near me
@@drakewesterman9798 ok. Thanks
Husky all the way.
Great video but I can tell the 201 was running to rich , don’t use the Stihl gas mix it trash . both great saws !!!
Thanks for the tips, What mix do you recommend?
@@765Guys stp 2 cycle it’ll open the saw up and run cleaner
@@Realcustomz0 I run ams oil saber 50:1 with 90 rec fuel. Thought that was a pretty solid combo
@@765Guys that’s I good combo another way to get more power is to take off the air filter and below it is a small circle cap if you take it off let the saw idle for 10mins to relearn the air flow ratio
@@765Guysor RUclips 1 minute mod video is by nickpixel something
Friend of mine sold his 201 after he used my T540
🤣 I’ve considered selling my 201 after using my friends 540 lol
All husky limbers I've ever had , if u get them pinched and try to pull out the center always crack, stay away from the husky limber, it will happen to u , it's a main issue,.
The stihl is way easier to keep running. You guys are not mentioning long term use.
Was or is it to much to ask to tell us the Engine size ccs of each machine come on duds TELL US THE ENGINE SIZE FOR GOD SAKES now igota find another video to find th size of each engine gissh
Stihl is 35cc, Husqvarna is 37cc.
Why would you need to watch a video to get specs anyway that's what Google is for 😱
There not 8 pounds with gas oil and 16 bar ..that's power head
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Husqvarna is hot garbage compared to Stihl. Husqvarna has nothing over Stihl nothing at all.
Your right
@@765Guys are you being serious or sarcastic
Maybe what Stihl used to be. Stihl certainly isn't the saw they were. Mind you, of course, the 201 is from the pro series (unlike the 192). And we won't even mention the junk 4 stroke stuff.
@@groundcontrol2795 do what you may just dont buy a Husqvarna
@@hidhshsj123 200 great saw, 201 bordering on garbage.