Ryobi Cordless Pole Saw Review

What is a pole saw, and why do you need one? To put it simple, a pole saw is basically a saw that is attached to a pole and it is used for trimming. It can be powered by gas, electric, or battery.

Pole saws come in handy for pruning shrubs and trees. It will save you from having to climb up on something and reach high up in order to remove those branches that you don’t want, making them very effective. However, they are also great for pruning hedges around the house. So, if you work out in the yard a lot and you have trees and shrubs, having a pole saw will be a big help for you.

Choosing the Best Pole Saw

When it comes time to choose your pole saw, you shouldn’t go out and buy the first one you come across because you could end up regretting it. What type of pole saw would meet your requirements? Along with the power type, the size and price may also be at the top of your list. Pole saws are available in a variety of power types, sizes, and prices.

For those of you that are looking for a handy pole saw that is cordless (this means it’s battery powered), then the Ryobi One+ might just be suitable for you. Sure, some people go for gas powered pole saws, and they are fine too, but those gas powered saws have a tendency to be on the heavy side, making them hard to use for an extended period of time – many get tired just from carrying the gas powered saws around. The Ryobi One+, on the other hand isn’t going to tire you out, and will leave you with enough energy to be able to get the job done. A pole saw that is light in weight is great for trimming a bunch of trees in your yard.

What is the Ryobi One+?

Basically, this is an 8 inch electric chainsaw that is attached to a pole. With this saw in your possession, gone will be the days of having to strain your body to saw a branch that is 8 feet in the air. In no time at all, this saw is capable of cutting through limbs, making your work day a whole lot shorter.

The Specs

Before I go any further in this review, take a look at the specs:

• Charge time: One Hour
• Battery: 18V One+
• Max Cutting Diameter: 6”
• Bar and Chain: 8”
• Length when Collapsed: 6 1/2;’
• Length when Extended – 9 ½’
• Weight: 8 Pounds

Since this saw only weighs 8 pounds, it’s going to be very beneficial, regardless of who you are. When it comes to using a pole saw that is fully extended, some have too much weight at the end of the pole, and this could cause many problems. However, this isn’t the issue with the Ryobi One+, because 8 pounds of total weight isn’t going to be hard for the average person to handle.

Shoulder Strap

To make it even easier, there’s a shoulder strap on the pole. If you want greater support and control (I highly recommend this), put the strap around your shoulder. The shoulder strap can fit anyone as it’s adjustable and there’s a quick-release table that you can easily get to in case there’s an emergency and you need to get the shoulder strap off.

The Quality of the Ryobi One+

The quality of the Ryobi One+ isn’t something you’d have to worry about, because it’s certainly not going to let you down anytime soon …this is because the quality is excellent – I’ll give it an A+ as far as the quality goes. While I was using the Ryobi, I didn’t discover any defects in the design of the saw. In fact, I actually found that this saw was built based on high standards. All of the components fit together perfectly, and nothing seemed to be out of place.

There’s a Limited Warranty

If you’re purchasing a power tool like this, then you’re going to want to make sure there’s some type of warranty on it. In this case, the Ryobi One+ isn’t going to let you down. Ryobi has a limited warranty of 3 years on this saw. That is a pretty long time, so it’s obvious that Ryobi has a large amount of confidence in the quality of this product.

Head Angle

I especially like how the head is sitting at an angle. In the past, I used a straight saw, and the angled head is like a breath of fresh air. It makes cutting easier, and adds more versatility. When you’re using a straight saw, it’s almost impossible to be able to cut stuff that is directly overhead due to the weight of the branches pinching the chain/blade. Since the head is angled on this unit, you don’t have to worry about that.

Conclusion

Again, if you’re trying to find a good pole saw, and like the idea of a pole saw that is battery operated, then I highly recommend the Ryobi One+ for all of the above reasons. When it comes to cutting limbs, you can cut most of them in under 30 seconds, saving you a whole lot of time. If you’re needing to do some general pruning or need to cut limbs from trees around your home, don’t waste your time with the old fashioned methods anymore.

Hands down, the Ryobi 18V One+ pole saw is the perfect solution to working with trees and shrubs around the home. It is powered by the One+ Lithium-ion battery, and can be extended up to 9 and a half feet, making it so that you can easily reach those high up branches safely, without having to stand on a ladder (standing on a ladder with a power saw isn’t a good idea). Also worth mentioning would be the automatic oiler. That’s right, this power saw has an automatic oiler, making for an even more smooth operation (this means you don’t have to stop to oil the saw like you do with many of the other saws). There’s also an in-line motor housing, which is going to make it even easier for you to prune in those tight spaces, and don’t forget about the 3 year limited warranty nesting behind this saw. All in all, I would definitely recommend the Ryobi One+.