--- title: "How to Get a Free Stihl Power Tool Battery" description: "Stihl is a trusted name in outdoor power tools. Learn how you can score a free Stihl power tool battery at Ace Hardware." date: "2025-05-02" modified: "2025-05-02" authors: - name: "Glenda Taylor" job_title: "Staff Writer" link: "https://www.bobvila.com/authors/glenda-taylor/" url: "https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/stihl-free-battery-deal-2025/" categories: - "Deals" - "Reviews" tags: - "deals" --- # How to Get a Free Stihl Power Tool Battery ![STIHL GTA 26 4 in. Battery Garden Pruner Kit]() *Photo: BobVila.com Team* Every spring, I tell myself pruning will be quick, but every spring, I spend an entire weekend (or two) wrestling with tangled limbs and stubborn branches. Not this year, thanks to **[Ace Hardware's spring sale]()**. This time, I’m speeding things up with a compact, cordless pruner that looks like a mini chainsaw and cuts like one, too. Right now, when you buy the [**Stihl GTA 26 Cordless Pruner Kit for $179.99**](), you’ll get a second **Stihl AS 2 battery free**, that’s a $60 value on top of the battery already in the kit. - ![STIHL GTA 26 4 in. Battery Garden Pruner Kit]() - ![STIHL GTA 26 4 in. Battery Garden Pruner Kit]() - ![STIHL GTA 26 4 in. Battery Garden Pruner Kit]() [][][] This little power tool is easy to handle, but don’t underestimate what it can do. Its 4-inch chain bar makes clean cuts through soft branches up to 2 to 4 inches thick. The [GTA 26 cordless pruning saw]() comes with a 10.8V rechargeable battery, a removable blade guard, a charger, and a sturdy storage case. With the **extra free battery**, you’ll get double the runtime right out of the box. Stihl has long been the go-to brand for pros who need powerful, hard-working tools. However, they’ve also earned a loyal following among DIYers who want serious performance in a more compact, easy-to-handle package. If you’re like me and ready to upgrade your backyard pruning setup, this limited–time offer is just the ticket. [**Get the Stihl GTA 26 Cordless Pruner + Free Battery for $179.99**]() ## More Tested Tools for Taming Your Yard If the Stihl pruner isn’t quite what you’re looking for, we still got you covered. We’ve tested dozens of yard and garden tools, from hand pruners to pole saws and more. Check out our tested guides for expert shopping tips and top tool recommendations. - [Best Pruning Saws]() - [Best Chainsaws]() - [Best Pruning Shears]() - [Best Pole Saws]() - [Best Loppers]() ## Author Glenda Taylor is a BobVila.com staff writer with a background in the residential remodeling, home building, and home improvement industries. She started writing for BobVila.com in 2016 and covers a range of topics, including construction methods, code compliance, tool use, and the latest news in the housing and real estate industries.