Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw
#1 in BatteryFull review
A budget brushless pole saw for occasional pruning, especially for owners of Greenworks 24V batteries. Heavy pruning calls for a larger battery.
Amazon $139.99$139.99
The Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw is the better pole saw overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw leads on weight and value. The Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw costs $39.01 less ($139.99 vs $179).
CRAFTSMAN V20 CMCCSP20M1 Pole Saw
#11 in BatteryFull review
A good value kit for homeowners on CRAFTSMAN V20 who prune small branches now and then. The big battery runs a long time, but hand oiling is a chore.
Amazon $179$179
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw for weight (8.2 lb (without battery) vs 12.1 lb) and value ($10 per foot of reach ($139.99 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach) vs $12.79 per foot of reach ($179 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery pole saw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw | CRAFTSMAN V20 CMCCSP20M1 Pole Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $10 per foot of reach ($139.99 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach) | 85 $12.79 per foot of reach ($179 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach) |
| Reach 25% | 67 reaches 14 ft | 67 reaches 14 ft |
| Bar 10% | 0 8 in bar | 0 8 in bar |
| Weight 15% | 97 8.2 lb (without battery) | 32 12.1 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw | CRAFTSMAN V20 CMCCSP20M1 Pole Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | ||
| Overhead reach | 14 ft | 14 ft |
| Tool length | 9.8 ft | 9 ft |
| Telescoping pole | No | No |
| Bar length | 8 in | 8 in |
| Detaches as a chainsaw | - | No |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | No |
| Tool-free chain tension | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 24 V, 2 Ah battery | 20 V, 4 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 48 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.2 lb (without battery) | 12.1 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |