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 3.8. The Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw leads on weight.
Ryobi 18V ONE+ 8" Pole Saw
#5 in BatteryFull review
A cheap, light pole saw for a few cuts on small trees, best for owners of larger Ryobi 18V batteries. The small battery included runs out quickly.
Ryobi $139$139
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 9 lb (without battery)).
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 | Ryobi 18V ONE+ 8" Pole Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $10 per foot of reach ($139.99 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach) | 98 $10.30 per foot of reach ($139 with battery and charger, 13.5 ft estimated reach) |
| Reach 25% | 67 reaches 14 ft | 58 about 13.5 ft, estimated from 9.5 ft tool length |
| Bar 10% | 0 8 in bar | 0 8 in bar |
| Weight 15% | 97 8.2 lb (without battery) | 83 9 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 24V Brushless 8" Pole Saw | Ryobi 18V ONE+ 8" Pole Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | ||
| Overhead reach | 14 ft | - |
| Tool length | 9.8 ft | 9.5 ft |
| Telescoping pole | No | No |
| Bar length | 8 in | 8 in |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Tool-free chain tension | No | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 24 V, 2 Ah battery | 18 V, 1.5 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 48 Wh | 27 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.2 lb (without battery) | 9 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |