A light, simple pole saw for homeowners trimming small branches up to about 13 ft. Best for those already on WORX PowerShare batteries.
Amazon $152.99The WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw is the better pole saw overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw leads on reach, value and weight. The WORX WG323 20V 2-in-1 Pole Saw wins on bar. The WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw costs $17 less ($152.99 vs $169.99).
For homeowners who want one tool for light pruning overhead and small cutting jobs on the ground. The detachable head saves buying a separate small chainsaw.
Amazon $169.99Prices 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 WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw for reach (reaches 13 ft vs reaches 12 ft), value ($11.77 per foot of reach ($152.99 with battery and charger, 13 ft reach) vs $14.17 per foot of reach ($169.99 with battery and charger, 12 ft reach)) and weight (8.8 lb (with battery) vs 10 lb).
- Choose the WORX WG323 20V 2-in-1 Pole Saw for bar (10 in bar vs 8 in bar).
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 | WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw | WORX WG323 20V 2-in-1 Pole Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $11.77 per foot of reach ($152.99 with battery and charger, 13 ft reach) | 78 $14.17 per foot of reach ($169.99 with battery and charger, 12 ft reach) |
| Reach 25% | 50 reaches 13 ft | 33 reaches 12 ft |
| Bar 10% | 0 8 in bar | 50 10 in bar |
| Weight 15% | 87 8.8 lb (with battery) | 67 10 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| WORX WG349 20V 8" Pole Saw | WORX WG323 20V 2-in-1 Pole Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | ||
| Overhead reach | 13 ft | 12 ft |
| Tool length | 9.3 ft | 8.1 ft |
| Telescoping pole | Yes | No |
| Bar length | 8 in | 10 in |
| Detaches as a chainsaw | No | Yes |
| Automatic oiler | Yes | Yes |
| Tool-free chain tension | Yes | Yes |
| Power | ||
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 2 Ah battery | 20 V, 2 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 40 Wh | 40 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.8 lb (with battery) | 10 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2019-05-02 |
