Stihl  chainsaws are all made to high standards of performance, durability, noise level and anti-vibration. That said, models differ in their characteristics and their suitability for various tasks, falling into three broad design categories – for weekend, farming and professional users. Saws for use by professional foresters are not only robustly constructed for a hard working life but they are also easy to dismantle for service and repair. On the other hand, saws for occasional use are generally cheaper to buy but are less easy to service.