Chainsaw Market By Type (Electric-powered, Gas-powered, Battery-powered, Others); By Application (Industrial, Residential); By Use (Bucking, Tree Felling, Pruning, Ice Sculpting, Wood Carving, Construction, Others); By Geography, Segment revenue estimation, Forecast, 2024-2032.

The chainsaw market in 2023 was worth USD 4.2 billion and is expected to be worth USD 7.2 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period.

 

The chainsaw market is gradually shifting from gas-powered units to battery ones due to low noise emissions, low maintenance, and eco-friendly properties. The demand for battery-powered chainsaws has increased by more than 20% per year, especially in regions with stricter noise and environmental standards. For instance, new lithium-ion batteries have boosted battery-powered chainsaws to equal or better the performance of gas chainsaws, with longer run times and less emissions. Manufacturers, including Husqvarna and Stihl, have developed high-capacity battery chainsaws for professional and homeowner use, showcasing their commitment to sustainable and effective forestry and gardening tools.

 

 

Market Dynamics

The market for chainsaws is boosted by the rising trend towards landscaping and gardening, as well as forestry management and timber removal. Due to the increased size of urban green areas, the market for equipment for gardening, including chainsaws, has increased by approximately 15% per year. There has also been a rise in DIY home improvement projects, which have, in equal measure, increased the sales in residential buildings. For instance, the use of cordless electric chainsaws in homes has grown rapidly because of their usefulness and safety in handling them. Some of the new improvements include the development of safety mechanisms such as chain brakes and anti-vibration, which aims at improving the ease of using the chainsaws, fitting the current trends towards improved operator safety and optimized efficiency.

 

One of the most significant challenges that hold back the chainsaws market is the safety issues and associated regulations with the chainsaws, as these are highly risky instruments to operate that can inflict grievous harm in the hands of an incompetent operator. Moreover, environmental concerns in some regions, which inhibit the usage of gas-powered chainsaws by limiting their use by noise and emissions, have reduced the demand.

 

One of the key opportunities in the chainsaw industry exists in the increasing interest in battery-operated and Internet of Things-connected chainsaws in urban and suburban landscapes. Battery-powered chainsaw sales have risen by more than a quarter yearly as they are more environmentally friendly, quieter, and easier to handle than their gas counterpart. Newer technologies include cordless chainsaws using lithium-ion batteries, which promise to outcompete gas chainsaws while having many advantages, such as requiring no maintenance and emitting no pollution. Moreover, the ‘smart’ applications, including linkage with apps for assessing the performance and safety aspects, have introduced a new market niche for professional and amateur soil compaction users searching for powerful and advanced applications.

 

Market Segmentation

By Type

• Electric-powered

• Gas-powered

• Battery-powered

• Others

 

By Application

• Industrial

• Residential

 

By Use

• Bucking

• Tree Felling

• Pruning

• Ice Sculpting

• Wood Carving

• Construction

• Others

 

By Region

North America

• US

• Mexico

• Canada

• Rest of North America

 

Europe

• Switzerland

• Russia

• France

• Germany

• U.K

• Finland

• Turkey

• Netherlands

• Belgium

• Spain

• Italy

• Rest of Europe

 

Asia Pacific

• India

• China

• South Korea

• Japan

• Singapore

• Thailand

• Indonesia

• Malaysia

• Philippines

• Australia

• Rest of Asia-Pacific

 

LAMEA

• Brazil

• Argentina

• Uruguay

• Saudi Arabia

• Rest of LAMEA

 

North America has the highest market share of chainsaws owing to immense foresting activities within the region, made even easier by the do-it-yourself syndrome in the region’s homes and large landscaping projects. The United States is the largest consumer, with an average of 750000 units of chainsaws sold yearly, mainly for specific uses in the forestry industries, construction, and home improvement. This has been brought about by the large forest lands in the region and the Increase in the construction of backyard living spaces, especially through the use of chainsaws. Innovations in North America include battery-operated chainsaws being embraced by homeowners because of their ease of use, quiet operation, and, most importantly, do not violate environmental legislation in states such as California. This trend has been complimented by the emphasis on enhanced safety features, fueling market growth in the region.

 

Key Players

• Husqvarna Group

• Stihl

• Makita Corporation

• ECHO Incorporated

• Robert Bosch GmbH

• STIGA S.p.A.

• Hitachi Ltd.

• Oregon Tool, Inc.

• Black+Decker (Stanley Black & Decker)

• Honda Motor Co., Ltd.