We compared two folding saws for camping: the WORKPRO 180mm Folding Pruning Saw and the Bahco 396-LAP Laplander Folding Saw.
What we looked at
Blade, cutting capacity, locking, and price.
The verdict
If you want a folding pruning saw with a bi-metal blade and branch capacity up to 35cm at the lower price, the WORKPRO is the pick at £9.99. If you would rather pay £9.26 more for the Bahco Laplander, a folding saw with a lock when open and closed, it is the alternative, at £19.25.
A £9.99 180mm bi-metal folding saw that cuts branches up to 35cm.
A £19.25 folding saw with a safety lock open and closed.
WORKPRO 180mm Folding Pruning Saw (Bi-Metal Blade) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 180mm folding pruning saw with a bi-metal blade, 7 TPI triple ground teeth, cutting branches up to 35cm, and a secure lock. Carries 4.6 stars from 2.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Bahco on these listings, at £9.99
- Bi-metal blade with 7 TPI triple ground teeth
- Listed to cut branches up to 35cm
- Secure lock
Worth knowing
- Listed as a pruning saw rather than a bushcraft-specific model
- Smaller brand heritage than the Bahco, though a larger review history (2.7K vs 323 ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a budget folding saw
- Anyone who wants a larger review history
- Those who need to cut branches in the garden or at camp
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a classic bushcraft brand
- Anyone who wants a lock in both open and closed positions
Bahco 396-LAP Laplander Folding Saw — Bushcraft Classic
Intended for: Marketed as a folding saw with a safety lock in both open and closed positions. The listing cites NATO issue and Ray Mears, but gives few specifications in its bullets. Carries 4.7 stars from 323 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Lock in both open and closed positions
- Higher star rating than the WORKPRO (4.7 vs 4.6)
- Listing cites NATO issue and Ray Mears
- Folding design
Worth knowing
- Costs £9.26 more than the WORKPRO on these listings
- Listing gives few specifications such as blade length or teeth per inch
- Smaller review history (323 ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a classic bushcraft folding saw
- Anyone who wants a lock when closed
- Those who want the higher star rating
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants detailed specifications on the listing
