A light, long reaching pole saw for homeowners who prune often or already own EGO 56V batteries. The carbon fiber shaft and 5 year warranty justify its higher price.
Amazon $339
A quiet, light pole saw for Ryobi 18V owners pruning small trees near the house. Taller trees call for a longer saw.
- 8 inBar
- 9 lb (without battery)Weight
- 3 yearsWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Whisper Series is Ryobi’s quietest line, easier on neighbors
- Brushless motor cuts 30% faster than Ryobi’s standard 18V saw by Ryobi’s figure
- Angled cutting head helps line up overhead cuts
- Battery fits 300+ Ryobi 18V ONE+ tools
- Only 9.5 ft long, so high limbs need a ladder or a longer saw
- 8 in bar limits it to modest limbs
- Costs as much as some 10 in pole saws
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | P2580 |
|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | |
| Tool length | 9.5 ft |
| Telescoping pole | No |
| Bar length | 8 in |
| Power | |
| Engine or battery | 18 V, 2 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 36 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 9 lb (without battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years |
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