Milwaukee M18 FUEL Telescoping Pole Saw
#16 in BatteryFull review
A professional telescoping pole saw for arborists, utility crews and landscapers already on M18 batteries. Homeowners will find it heavy and costly.
Amazon $696.99$696.99
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Telescoping Pole Saw is the better pole saw overall, rated 3.0 to 2.9. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Telescoping Pole Saw costs $182.01 less ($696.99 vs $879).
Makita XAU02PTB 36V Pole Saw
#17 in BatteryFull review
A pro grade telescoping pole saw for crews and serious users already on Makita 18V LXT batteries. Its weight and price are hard to justify for occasional pruning.
Amazon $902.61 The Power Tool Store $879$879
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.
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 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Telescoping Pole Saw | Makita XAU02PTB 36V Pole Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 12 $41 per foot of reach ($696.99 with battery and charger, 17 ft estimated reach) | 0 $51.71 per foot of reach ($879 with battery and charger, 17 ft estimated reach) |
| Reach 25% | 100 about 17 ft, estimated from 13 ft tool length | 100 about 17 ft, estimated from 13 ft tool length |
| Bar 10% | 50 10 in bar | 50 10 in bar |
| Weight 15% | 0 19.4 lb (with battery) | 0 18.1 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL Telescoping Pole Saw | Makita XAU02PTB 36V Pole Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | ||
| Tool length | 13 ft | 13 ft |
| Telescoping pole | Yes | Yes |
| Bar length | 10 in | 10 in |
| Detaches as a chainsaw | No | - |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | - |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 18 V, 12 Ah battery | 36 V, 5 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 216 Wh | 180 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 19.4 lb (with battery) | 18.1 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2023-11-13 | 2021-03-16 |