Last Updated: February 10, 2020 (Refresh Now)
Remington RM4216 16 inch Gas Powered Chainsaw with Carrying Case
Last Updated: February 10, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
604
Old Reviews
128
Unverified
66
Spam Test
PASS
16 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 410 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Hair
91cutting, cuts, trees, chain, tree
+74%
-26%
" ... Cuts as advertised. ... "
" ... Cuts like a champ. ... I had a tree blow down in a storm and this made it easy to cut up. ... "
" ... am a 70 year old man got cancer this is the best saw I ever had easy to use and is start real easy cut like a dream ... "
" ... I wanted a chainsaw the had good ratings and was lightweight for light duty cutting. ... "
" ... It is not a everyday saw for cutting timber but for homeowner use it is a good saw ... "
" ... I used the VP premixed non-ethanol 40:1 mixture @ 6200 ft altitude and had zero issues with cutting pine. ... It cut through large diameter 2 ft rounds with ease. ... "
" ... There was one point I was balancing on this lead and I was done cutting so I clipped it back to my belt and let it dropped and just about pulled me over. ... "
" ... This saw cuts great only problem I'm having is the chain oil isn't coming out like it should and I've tried adjusting it and no luck. ... "
Price
66money, price, value, good value, chainsaw
+91%
-9%
" ... It's a good value for a reasonably priced chainsaw. ... "
" ... A little extra $$ is worth the convenience and peace of mind. ... "
" ... Great value for the money this is a almost one year review. ... "
" ... I'm pretty happy with this saw for the price. ... I think my favorite thing is that for the price, I wouldn't have been shocked if the saw looked or felt cheap, but I'm happy to report that it does not. ... "
" ... It’s a high quality saw for the price tags. ... "
" ... Paid good money for junk! ... "
" ... Only thing that I noticed, its a little bit heavy but for the price, its still 5 stars for me. ... "
" ... But if you really only need one saw or just a reliable back up, this saw is an incredible value! ... "
Build Quality
53chain, chainsaw, latches, case, plastic case
+62%
-38%
" ... Case is sturdy . ... "
" ... Good cheap saw case isn’t bad either ... "
" ... The box indicates that the saw is assembled in China, but the saw itself appears and feels like a tough machine built in the USA. ... "
" ... Everything feels tight and solid for a cheaper saw. ... "
" ... The case is a bonus and seems to be very durable if you take care of it. ... "
" ... I cut three cords of wood without issue. ... "
" ... Seems that the other reviews are correct, the Saw seems to be well built and solid. ... Case seems to be heavy duty enough. ... "
" ... Nice hard case as well! ... "
Product Reliability
49quit, saw, worked, chainsaw, chain
+45%
-55%
" ... Working horrible, not sure what to do at this point . ... "
" ... Very nice looking chainsaw, but only lasted one hour and died. ... "
" ... This is a piece of junk. ... Total piece of junk. ... "
" ... I wish I'd gone with a more reliable brand. ... "
" ... I’ve been using it for about two weeks. ... "
" ... When running it died after 5 - 10 minutes and then had to cool down. ... "
" ... Stopped working after two weeks, chain and bar lube wont work, and now I have to go out of my way to find a service Centre to decide if it can be fixed before I can Get a refund when that's all I wanted, seems Amazons return policy is not all it seems ... "
" ... The plastic got very hot and then the chain seized completely and stopped moving. ... "
Ease of Use
48easy to use, starts, easy to start, saw, tension
+98%
-2%
" ... Starts easy enough, etc. ... "
" ... Works great and easy to use. ... "
" ... starts easy, restarts even easier. ... "
" ... I love that it’s so easy to use ... "
" ... The order showed up sooner than expected, setup was easy and quick. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... It is easy to adjust the chain tension with the tool that is included. ... "
" ... Restarts were easy. ... "
Cleaning
30air filter, chain oil, clean, leaks, gas
+40%
-60%
" ... I followed the instructions to adjust the chain, used bar chain oil, etc. ... "
" ... I filled the saw with premix/ethanol shield/91 octane unleaded and bar/chain oil. ... I like to think it is the chainsaw's tears leaving stains everywhere because it is a busted a** pice of metal. ... "
" ... The air filter clogs and chokes the saw. ... The hole the oil goes through to the bar is so wrong and small it clogs to a point of taking whole saw apart to fix. ... "
" ... The air filter clogs causing it to over heat. ... "
" ... I followed the instructions to adjust the chain, used bar chain oil, etc. ... "
" ... Cleaned it up and got about an hr of use before it began to make a wretched noise. ... "
" ... Oil thank leaking like crazy. ... "
" ... The air filter clogs causing it to over heat. ... "
Fit
30chainsaw, tighten, saw, latches, remington
+33%
-67%
" ... They stated after an hour on the phone with Remington (likely just on hold) they agreed to send a replacement. ... "
" ... This occurred even after pausing frequently to tighten the chain, mandatory on a new chainsaw. ... "
" ... Slipped a chain after I tightened it. ... "
" ... The chain will not stay tight enough to use. ... "
" ... Shipped with cracked pull string case. ... "
" ... Trash, broke the second time I used it , leaks oil and chain will not tighten, amazon will not do anything for me. ... "
" ... Every time I shut this off and went back to it it started first pull. ... "
" ... Properly tensioned chain fell off after 1-2 minutes of use. ... "
Overall performance
19started, starts, performance, job, gets the job
+95%
-5%
" ... Works great and gets the job done. ... "
" ... Starts and runs like a champ. ... "
" ... I am very impressed how well it starts up from cold, and warm. ... "
" ... Gets the job done! ... "
" ... Right now it runs great and exceeded my expectations. ... "
" ... I started it again and the throttle speed increased again with no user interaction. ... "
" ... It’s performance matched the description and has been operating great! ... "
" ... it started pretty easily and i didnt have any problems getting it started it takes a little bit of running to warm up. ... "
Marketplace
18saw, right, shipping, return, one
+50%
-50%
" ... They insisted that was the only way to return it since it was new and sold through Amazon. ... After going back again to amazon, they simply say "This item is confirmed as non returnable". ... "
" ... That has more to die with the seller than the saw. ... "
" ... The only thing I experienced that I learned to deal with is . ... "
" ... This is quite possibly the most frustrating purchase I’ve ever made on amazon. ... "
" ... Kudos to Amazons return policy, but I have to give this 2-thumbs down for my experience. ... "
" ... While this was a poor product experience, Amazon continues to amaze me by always doing the right thing. ... Amazon is awesome, this chain saw however is Junk. ... "
" ... I'm getting pretty sick of these straight up lying sellers on Amazon. ... "
" ... Company does not offer returns. ... "
Comfort
17tension, saw, fell, adjust, cut
+41%
-59%
" ... Properly tensioned chain fell off after 1-2 minutes of use. ... "
" ... A little pressure. ... "
" ... and I have to constantly adjust the chain because the saw gets too hot and wears the chain prematurely, due to oiling issues. ... "
" ... One day of use and chain is already dull and has to be adjusted every 15min or so. ... "
" ... Slipped a chain after I tightened it. ... "
" ... The chain will not stay tight enough to use. ... "
" ... Slipped a chain after I tightened it. ... "
" ... This occurred even after pausing frequently to tighten the chain, mandatory on a new chainsaw. ... "
Size
16saw, weight, trees, projects, easy
+94%
-6%
" ... Light and easy to carry ... "
" ... Starts easy quite heavy but that doesn't bother me. ... "
" ... Great product in my case, small projects ... "
" ... and plenty of power for it's size ... "
" ... Bought to have a small chain saw for household projects. ... "
" ... Otherwise, handy case! ... "
" ... Surprisingly powerful saw. ... "
" ... Lightweight and perfect for my needs around the home ... "
For Running
15running, ran, run, cuts, runs great
+87%
-13%
" ... honestly the Poulan Pro was a better maching for the short itime I could keep it running . ... "
" ... honestly the Poulan Pro was a better maching for the short itime I could keep it running . ... "
" ... Started right out of the box and ran great. ... "
" ... It started the first time I tried it, runs and cuts excellent! ... "
" ... The second one worked and ran like a champ for all my small needs that I had . ... "
" ... The second one worked and ran like a champ for all my small needs that I had . ... "
" ... runs great, no issues yet. ... "
" ... its a little heavy but It runs great! ... "
Returns
13amazon, saw, returns, one, deal
+8%
-92%
" ... Even worse, I do not have the option to return it. ... "
" ... I missed my return window with Amazon by three days. ... "
" ... I purchased the saw on April 17th and didn’t use it until recently so I am beyond the 30 day return period. ... "
" ... Went to return and need to go via manufacturer . ... "
" ... Just have to get it to return to idle good . ... "
" ... Even worse, I do not have the option to return it. ... "
" ... I want my money back. ... "
" ... Company does not offer returns. ... "
Capacity
12saw, yard, house, around the house, jobs
+92%
-8%
" ... Helped us clear a few trees from our back yard. ... "
" ... Good little saw for around the yard. ... "
" ... Bought to have a small chain saw for household projects. ... "
" ... Used it for about four hours clearing the woods behind our house. ... "
" ... There are trees down from time to time that need to be moved for our family and the school bus. ... "
" ... The perfect chainsaw for the average homeowner doing occasional yard work. ... "
" ... Used it for about four hours clearing the woods behind our house. ... "
" ... Nice to have around the house for smaller jobs. ... "
Delivery
12box, arrived, right, packaged, broken
+75%
-25%
" ... fast delivery, cheap and good quality ... "
" ... Saw was delivered sooner than expected and packaged well. ... "
" ... Saw was delivered sooner than expected and packaged well. ... "
" ... This saw right out of the box . ... "
" ... This saw right out of the box . ... "
" ... and Stihls sold at the big box stores. ... "
" ... This saw came well packaged. ... "
" ... Received it in 2 days. ... "
Setup
11instructions, follow, start, saw, directions
+82%
-18%
" ... Saw started easily, directions were easy to follow and everything was included in the box. ... "
" ... Follow the instructions and you won't be disappointed. ... "
" ... The instructions are very clear. ... "
" ... 4 stars cause it’s a little hard to start when hot, starts easy when cold if you follow instructions. ... "
" ... Followed the instructions provided to start and had no problems. ... "
" ... The instructions are very clear. ... "
" ... The order showed up sooner than expected, setup was easy and quick. ... "
" ... Saw started easily, directions were easy to follow and everything was included in the box. ... "
Storage
9saw, duty, chains, chain, leaks
+78%
-22%
" ... The storage case was nice as well. ... "
" ... I took out six threes of mid size all were forty plus tall, no big deal, I wish I had bought this saw earlier. ... "
" ... I took out six threes of mid size all were forty plus tall, no big deal, I wish I had bought this saw earlier. ... "
" ... We will see how it holds up over time, but for now, I'm completely satisfied with this saw and would recommend it to anyone for light to medium duty jobs. ... "
" ... We will see how it holds up over time, but for now, I'm completely satisfied with this saw and would recommend it to anyone for light to medium duty jobs. ... "
" ... I really like the case as it's pretty heavy duty and provides ample space for extra chains, files and tools. ... "
" ... I really like the case as it's pretty heavy duty and provides ample space for extra chains, files and tools. ... "
Lagging
8two, refused, used, start
+38%
-63%
" ... will NOT restart! ... "
" ... After about 15 minutes it stopped and refused to restart. ... "
" ... Refused to restart once it got hot ... "
" ... Refused to restart once it got hot ... "
" ... had to wait until it cooled before it would restart ... "
Cooling
7start, minutes, sitting, second, 15
+86%
-14%
" ... If you let it sit for more than 10 minutes, you have to go through the “cold start” procedure again. ... "
" ... Saw starts easy cold, hot, after sitting for 15 minutes. ... "
" ... it is cold natured. ... "
" ... it is cold natured. ... "
Design
5like, feels, saw
+100%
" ... The construction is solid and it looks nice, and doesn't weigh too much. ... "
" ... The construction is solid and it looks nice, and doesn't weigh too much. ... "
" ... Fit and finish was equal to my husky. ... "
" ... Looks great Hav'nt used yet ... "
As Gift
4gift, son
+100%
" ... I'm thing of buying four more as Christmas gifts. ... "
" ... I'm thing of buying four more as Christmas gifts. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my son and he loved it. ... "
Cables
4cuts, cut, cords, cord, 6
+25%
-75%
" ... This was my first chainsaw purchase, I was hoping to use it to process a couple of cords of firewood for the winter. ... "
" ... This was my first chainsaw purchase, I was hoping to use it to process a couple of cords of firewood for the winter. ... "
" ... Spark plug is obviously, brand new. ... "
Weight
4light, easy, saw, lighter, heavy
+75%
-25%
" ... Light and easy to carry ... "
" ... Light weight, easy start and easy to handle. ... "
" ... Light weight, easy start and easy to handle. ... "
For Travel
3+67%
-33%
" ... Since I bought this item and I did not use it till today first time because I travel outside the country, Started very good and after while quite working. ... "
" ... Since I bought this item and I did not use it till today first time because I travel outside the country, Started very good and after while quite working. ... "
Controls
3poor, easy, button
+33%
-67%
" ... Poor Poor Poor quality control on someone's part. ... "
Power Consumption
3+100%
" ... Have used quite a bit now, has plenty of power. ... "
" ... More power than a Stihl that cost twice as much. ... "
" ... This saw has very good power and torque. ... "
Product As Described
3+100%
" ... Has pictures to make sure the chain is on the right way. ... "
" ... Thought the picture showed one. ... "
" ... Thought the picture showed one. ... "
Features
3chainsaw, saw, safety, chain
+100%
" ... Great light saw ... "
" ... It had all the features needed in a chainsaw! ... "
" ... It had all the features needed in a chainsaw! ... "
Screen Protection
3case, saw, broken, arrived, air cleaner
+33%
-67%
" ... Case arrived broken. ... "
Food Items
3+100%
" ... Really trying to live here, this is our means to cook and keep our family warm . ... "
" ... Really trying to live here, this is our means to cook and keep our family warm . ... "
" ... I have already got my money out of this saw, so anything longer is icing on the cake. ... "
Battery Life
3use, heavy, battery, used, five
+67%
-33%
" ... I used it for a couple of hours. ... "
" ... It is on the heavy side so you better be strong if you want to use it long hours. ... "
Review Spam Test PASS
In order to keep our review summaries as accurate as possible, we aggressively detect fake reviews. We use various signals to detect unnatural patterns and will gradually expose them here.
Specifications
Body
Size: 16 meters