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#5 in Best Gas Chainsaws

PROYAMA 68CC 2-Cycle Top Handle Gas Powered Chainsaw 24 Inch 20 Inch Petrol Handheld Cordless Chain Saw for Tree Wood Cutting

PROYAMA

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Amazon rating

★★★★★4.0(2,237)

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Verdict scoreFair
63/ 100

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Updated May 16, 2026 · 1 min read

PROYAMA 68CC 2-Cycle Top Handle Gas Powered Chainsaw 24 Inch 20 Inch Petrol Handheld Cordless Chain Saw for Tree Wood Cutting

Sources behind this verdict

10 reviewers weighted by source trust

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, the Proyama 68cc is the rare cheap-Amazon gas saw that doesn't get dismissed outright by specialist communities. High-trust r/Chainsaw threads include long-form positive owner reports — one user says with a 20-inch bar 'it is a beast' and they reach for it before their Husqvarna or Echo — alongside the honest counter-point from another r/Chainsaw participant that 'Proyama is a made-up brand' built in one of a handful of Chinese factories and 'more likely to be 52cc–62cc' than the advertised 68cc. Verified-purchase data is by far the largest in the pool — 2,237 reviews at 4.0 stars — which is meaningful signal but, as always, Amazon ratings are gameable and the 4.0 average is notably lower than the Husqvarna and Stihl saws here.

What reviewers liked

  • Largest verified-purchase sample in the pool (2,237 reviews at 4.0 stars)
  • Multiple high-trust r/Chainsaw owners report it cuts well with the 20-inch bar
  • Comes with both 20-inch and 24-inch bars at a fraction of branded-saw pricing
  • Community reviewers note it's based on long-running Zenoah-clone designs with broad familiarity

Where it falls short

  • High-trust r/Chainsaw participants question whether it actually delivers the advertised 68cc
  • No high-trust independent expert testing in the supplied signals
  • Parts availability and dealer service are essentially nonexistent compared to Husqvarna and Stihl
  • 4.0-star Amazon average is notably below the branded competitors in this roundup
  • Build quality and long-term durability are flagged as unknowns by specialist communities

Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, the Proyama 68cc is the rare cheap-Amazon gas saw that doesn't get dismissed outright by specialist communities. High-trust r/Chainsaw threads include long-form positive owner reports — one user says with a 20-inch bar 'it is a beast' and they reach for it before their Husqvarna or Echo — alongside the honest counter-point from another r/Chainsaw participant that 'Proyama is a made-up brand' built in one of a handful of Chinese factories and 'more likely to be 52cc–62cc' than the advertised 68cc.

Verified-purchase data is by far the largest in the pool — 2,237 reviews at 4.0 stars — which is meaningful signal but, as always, Amazon ratings are gameable and the 4.0 average is notably lower than the Husqvarna and Stihl saws here. The supplied signals include no high-trust independent lab or verified-tier expert test, so the consensus is community-driven.

The honest synthesis: for buyers who want a working gas saw under $250 and accept that parts support and long-term durability are uncertain, the trust-weighted signal is unusually positive for the segment. For buyers who expect 10-year reliability and dealer service, every reviewer pushes them to Husqvarna or Stihl instead.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Powerful Engine
2-cycle 68 cc engine provides more power, perfect for cutting jobs around garden or far
Durable Chainsaw
The chainsaw will make tasks like tree pruning, clearing land, preparing firewood or cleaning up after a storm easier
Anti-Vibration System
It reduces vibration levels, for more comfortable use of chainsaw
Quick and Easy to Start
2-stroke gas-powered chainsaw features quick starting, The upgraded Quick-Start system makes the start-up much easier

What customers say

2 verified voices
I have the Proyama top handle saw. It's definitely no powerhouse, but I bought it for a climbing saw. It starts and runs fine, though could likely use some ...
Trustedvia r/Chainsaw
Purchased the Proyama 68 cc several months ago. With the 20 inch bar it is a beast. I find myself grabbing this saw before my Husky or Echo ...
Trustedvia r/Chainsaw

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Is the Proyama 68cc Chainsaw Worth It? (Full Review + Test Cuts)” · YouTube

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