Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw
#10 in BatteryFull review
A quiet, light pole saw for Ryobi 18V owners pruning small trees near the house. Taller trees call for a longer saw.
Ryobi $229$229
The Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw and the Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw leads on weight. The Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw wins on bar and warranty. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw costs $50.99 less ($229 vs $279.99).
Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw
#13 in BatteryFull review
A strong value for owners of Greenworks 80V tools who want a 14 ft reach and a 10 in bar. Lighter saws are easier to hold up for long sessions.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
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 Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw for weight (9 lb (without battery) vs 12.8 lb (with battery)).
- Choose the Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw for bar (10 in bar vs 8 in bar) and warranty (4-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
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 | Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw | Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 67 $16.96 per foot of reach ($229 with battery and charger, 13.5 ft estimated reach) | 57 $20 per foot of reach ($279.99 with battery and charger, 14 ft reach) |
| Reach 25% | 58 about 13.5 ft, estimated from 9.5 ft tool length | 67 reaches 14 ft |
| Bar 10% | 0 8 in bar | 50 10 in bar |
| Weight 15% | 83 9 lb (without battery) | 20 12.8 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 75 4-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Whisper Pole Saw | Greenworks 80V Pro 10" Pole Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | ||
| Overhead reach | - | 14 ft |
| Tool length | 9.5 ft | 9 ft |
| Telescoping pole | No | No |
| Bar length | 8 in | 10 in |
| Detaches as a chainsaw | - | No |
| Automatic oiler | - | Yes |
| Tool-free chain tension | - | No |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 18 V, 2 Ah battery | 80 V, 2 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 36 Wh | 160 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 9 lb (without battery) | 12.8 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |