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
3.7/5
A light, simple pole saw for homeowners trimming small branches up to about 13 ft. Best for those already on WORX PowerShare batteries.
- 13 ftReach
- 8 inBar
- 8.8 lb (with battery)Weight
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$152.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Light at 8.8 lb with the battery, so it is easy to hold up for a while
- Head tilts to three angles to reach awkward branches
- Telescoping pole adjusts without tools
- Battery fits the rest of the WORX 20V PowerShare tools
Cons
- Small 8 in bar limits it to modest limbs
- Saw head stays on the pole; it cannot be used as a handheld chainsaw
- The 2.0 Ah battery included limits cuts per charge
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | WG349 |
|---|---|
| Reach and cutting | |
| Overhead reach | 13 ft |
| Tool length | 9.3 ft |
| Telescoping pole | Yes |
| Bar length | 8 in |
| Detaches as a chainsaw | No |
| Automatic oiler | Yes |
| Tool-free chain tension | Yes |
| Power | |
| Engine or battery | 20 V, 2 Ah battery |
| Battery energy | 40 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 8.8 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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