Hard 1st start, but great after that. I will add some pictures when cutting big wood. You need oil- it doesn't come with any. No problems with power, or stalling. You must use Motor oil, not chain oil.
Echo CS-400-18 Features & Specs
Editor's Impressions Of The Echo CS-400-18
Cutting Power
Tool Motor Power
Chain Alignment
Value For Money
Build Quality
Feature Set
Echo CS-400-18 Final Thoughts
"Cuts and handles well."
And as I said, I don't front as an expert. And, it starts each time without issues. I then cut some major limbs off a birch tree. I have several gas chainsaws 14-30ins. Nevertheless, this saw is fun to use.