13 Best Electric Chainsaw Sharpeners (Review) In 2020

Our best choice for an electric chainsaw sharpener is the Oregon 410-120 Saw Chain Grinder. This model can be mounted on a bench or a wall securely and relatively easily, and the one-way motor helps to ensure safe operation, even for beginners.

With this machine, you get three grinding wheels with a diameter of 5.75inches, configured to sharpen any 1/4, 3/8, low profile, 0.325, 3/8, and 0.404 pitch chains. There is also a quick check grinding template plus a built-in light to make it even more user-friendly. The Oregon 410-120 gives you versatility in the size of pitch chains it can sharpen, but it is designed for occasional use, so if you are looking for sharpeners suited for very regular use then this won’t be the best choice.

If you are looking for a portable chainsaw sharpener, then this handheld option is worth considering. The MaiDa Electric Chainsaw Sharpener Kit is a compact unit that can be used anywhere providing there is a power supply and takes very little time to set up as you don’t need to remove the chain from your saw before sharpening.

This sharpener has an adjustable speed dial with a maximum speed of 30,000rpm and comes with six grinding bits; three pink grinding stone bits and three diamond grinding bits. These can be used on 3/8, 0.325, and 0.404-inch chains. The MaiDa is a useful tool for small sharpening tasks, but as there are no instructions, you need to know what you are doing. Several reviews have also recommended replacing the grinding bits with other branded compatible parts as those that are included with the initial kit are not very durable.

The Oregan SureSharp 12V Handheld Chainsaw Chain Sharpener is a truly portable model, as it comes with a car adapter and battery clips, so you don’t even need a wall plug for operation. It is a small appliance that fits in one hand and is very lightweight. The included cord is 28inches, which you attach to your car battery, or if you don’t want to stand next to your car, a standalone 12V battery.

With this sharpener, you get three grinding stones; 5/32, 3/16, and 7/32 which can be easily installed according to your chain size. As with other handheld models, you don’t need to remove the chain before you sharpen it. A collet wrench is included to make it easier to tighten the stones and the angle adjustment guide and shield help to determine the correct grinding angle safely.

Our premium pick for the best electric chainsaw sharpener is Oregon 120V Hydraulic Assisted Bench Grinder. The 620-120 hydraulic bench grinder clamps directly onto your bench using hydraulic assist power, so no manpower is needed at all. This is designed for high-volume usage and is compatible with all chains up to 3/4″ pitch with its three grinding wheels. A dressing brick to remove debris from your wheel is also included.

The Oregon 620-120 chainsaw sharpeners work quickly and effectively, although there are some concerns around the durability of the depth adjustment screws which have plastic component. It can be knocked out of the perfect set-up quite easily. This is not the best chainsaw tool for beginners as the instructions are not very helpful so you need to know what you are doing.

The TruePower Electric Chain Saw Sharpener is one of the more affordable mounted models available. This can be mounted onto either walls or benches and gives you a 4200 RPM which makes quick work of sharpening blades.

You only get one grinding wheel with this device, which measures 4-1/4inch x 1/8 inch and it is adjustable to sharpen most chain sizes. It isn’t designed for very regular use. This sharpener is quite basic, but this does mean that it is straightforward to assemble and use, which is just as well as the instructions are not helpful!

Our budget pick for the best chainsaw sharpener is one that requires no battery power or electricity to operate, making it a very portable option. With the EtekStorm Universal Chain Saw Blade Sharpener, you simply place your blades in between the whetstone and gently operate the chainsaw. This movement will grind the blade against the whetstone, sharpening it.

There are four whetstones included in this kit, and it is described as being compatible with 14, 16, 18, or 20-inch chainsaw bars, except for Echo or Stihl brands. Overall for an alternative, portable way to sharpen chainsaw blades, this works well. However, it is only compatible with blades that have two holes that fit the two pins in the sharpener to hold it in place. If your blade only has one hole, as many do, then you will either need to drill an extra hold in your blade or remove the second pin from the chainsaw sharpeners.

The Timber Tuff’s CS-BWM Upright Bench Mount Electric Chain Saw Chain Sharpener securely mounts to most work surfaces, be it walls or benches. It has a 110V, 60 Hz motor and can accurately sharpen chains from 1/4″ to 3/4″.

The easy-to-read adjustment guides help you to grind your chains, and there is a see-through safety shield plus a built-in light for added visibility. This sharpener is also fitted with thermo-overload protection for added safety and comes with three grinding wheels; 1/8″, 3/16″, and 1/4″. The durability of this machine is a concern with its many plastic components, but it does come with a one-year warranty to give you some assurance.

The Oregon Chainsaw Chain Sharpening Kit contains everything you could possibly need to keep your chainsaw in top condition. Inside the heavy-duty hard case, there are 16 different components, including a wrench and mini screwdriver.

For sharpening, there are three round files, a flat file, a file guide, a depth gauge tool as well as two wooden file handles. The stump vice will also hold your chainsaw securely in place on tree stumps, by creating a working bench for your sharpener. While there is no motorized sharpening tool in this kit, the in-depth instructions will help you to manually file your blades accurately, whether you are in the woods or your back garden. It might not be the quickest way to sharpen blades, but all the components in this kit make it one of the best chainsaw sharpener options to maintain all aspects of your blade.

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The Mophorn 110V Chainsaw Sharpener is a heavy-duty, sturdy machine that comes with two grinding wheels – 1/8 inch and 3/16 inch. With a motor operating at a speed of 3000RPM, and adjustable settings, it can comfortably sharpen chains from 1/4″ to 3/8″.

The Mophorn chainsaw sharpener can be fitted to a wall or a desk as you need, and the angles can be changed very easily, as can the blades and grinding wheels. There is also a light to help you see what you are doing when sharpening. This is a good value for money product with a very quiet motor although some of the instructions and diagrams are very difficult to read to get it initially set up.

Our best value option for an electric sharpener, the BlueMax Electric Chainsaw Sharpener is powered by a 12V battery. It can be connected to a car, truck, or standalone battery, so great if you need to sharpen blades in remote locations.

There are three sizes of sharpening stones; 5/32″, 3/16″, and 7/32″, so it’s versatile enough to sharpen most blades and includes a sharpening guide. The included wrenches, chucks, and collet cover make this easy and safe to handle while using. There is little to fault with the BlueMax sharpeners although there are some reports of the kits not coming with all its listed parts. Be sure to carefully check you have everything you should do!

The Chicago Pneumatic Electric Chain Saw Sharpener comes with a vice that means it can be mounted to a bench or wall for secure sharpening. It has a maximum grinding speed of 4200 RPM and runs with a 115V motor that operates when attached to a plug socket. It is relatively powerful with chain rotation rollers, and it is fitted with a side safety guard for safe operation.

This is not the most precise chainsaw sharpener, and it may accidentally skip teeth, so you have to pay close attention to use it. It works quickly and is easy to maneuver, but it is worth playing around with to understand the nuances and how to overcome any quirks to get the best possible results from it.

This product is another offering from Blue Max. Blue Max Electric Bench Mount Chainsaw Sharpener can be adjusted to fit any chain and has precision angle adjustment. This means that you can adjust the table vice up to 35 degrees; left or right depending on the requirements of your chain.

The sharpener can be mounted to your wall or bench and features one grinding wheel. This wheel has a diameter of 4 1/4″ and is 1/8″ thick and rotates at a speed of 4200RPM, with no alternative speed settings. The Blue Max is relatively easy to put together and use for the first time provided you follow instructions carefully and don’t skip any steps. It is a pretty basic electric chainsaw sharpener that gets the job done, but there are a few reports of durability issues after around one year of use.

As a lithium battery powers the SuperHandy Chainsaw Sharpener, this is a good option to consider if you need to use it in various locations and don’t always have access to mains power. You will, of course, need to ensure the battery is charged and it is only recommended to use the included SuperHandy branded charger. On average, you should be able to sharpen three chains on one charge.

This is a wall or bench mounted model, and it has an adjustable vice angle up to 35 degrees left and right, similar to the Blue Max sharpener. Despite being battery powered, the SuperHandy option is very efficient, with 3500RPM. The is no adjustable speed option in for when you want to do smaller, more precise tasks. The grinder wheel is a standard 4-1/4 inch size, and there is a small work light situated just above this to give you greater visibility when sharpening. If you put your chain through its paces on a daily basis then you will appreciate the portability of this model.