Top 8 Pole Cutters

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

When working in the garden, a pole pruner becomes a necessary tool. It allows you to prune dry branches from the ground, shape the crown of a tree or maintain a beautiful view of a hedge. A wide range of poles are presented in the Russian trade network. They differ in both cost and technical parameters. To choose the most convenient and effective tool, potential buyers should heed the recommendations of our experts.

Pole saw selection guidelines

Type of drive. Poles can be divided into several groups according to the type of drive.

1. Mechanical models are often called loppers and resemble elongated scissors or pruners. The strengths of such a tool include a neat cut, ease of use and lightness. But the thickness of the branches that the mechanical pole saw can handle is limited to 30-40 mm.
2. Electrical devices are highly efficient. These poles are equipped with a chain cutter that can handle branches up to 20 cm thick. There are network and battery models. Both those and others are intended for summer residents and amateur gardeners.
3. Gasoline Pole Pruners are becoming a reliable companion for professional gardeners. They combine high performance and autonomy. The maximum thickness of the cut branches can reach 30 cm. The disadvantages of the technique include harmful exhaust, high weight and high price.

Handle length. When buying a tool, you should determine the height of the trees in the garden.

1. If the cherries, apple trees and pears are still young, then you can limit yourself to compact pole saws with a solid handle. Its length can be up to 1.5 m.
2. Mature trees require a pole pruner with telescopic or split handles. Their length can reach 4.5 m. However, with an increase in the length of the handle, controllability worsens and the weight of the tool increases.

Additional options. Modern pole saws are equipped with a number of additional options that make gardening comfortable and safe.

1. The swiveling cutting head allows you to get close to any branches in the crown of the tree.
2. A protective cover on the chain prevents damage to adjacent branches.
3. Grip pads provide a secure and comfortable grip.
4. The lift mechanism multiplies the applied force.

We have selected 8 of the best poles for review. All of them are sold in garden shops in our country. When allocating seats, the editorial board of the journal relied on the opinion of the expert community, taking into account the reviews of Russian users.

Rating of the best tower cutters

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best mechanical pole saws	1	GARDENA 12001	RUB 5 750
	2	FISKARS PowerGear UPX86	RUB 7,277
	3	RACO 4218-53 / 402C	RUB 2,918
	4	FISKARS 136525	2 317 rub.
Best Motorized Pole Pruners	1	CHAMPION PP126	19 871 RUB
	2	Bosch Universal Chain Pole 18 2.5 Ah	RUB 11,869
	3	Ryobi RPP750S	RUB 7 859
	4	Greenworks G40PS20	RUB 8,699

The best mechanical pole saws

Mechanical poles are distinguished by their simplicity and reliability. They trim branches and twigs neatly, leaving an even cut. The advantage of mechanical models is an affordable price. The experts liked the following models.

GARDENA 12001

Rating: 4.9

The GARDENA 12001 Telescopic Hand Pole Pruner is a modern tool with many useful features. The model has a lift mechanism for easier pruning of branches. Experts note the reliable aluminum handles, blade holder, precision sharpening. Thanks to the adjustment of the cutting level (200º), it is possible to get from the ground to the branches in different directions. A distinctive feature of the model is the ability to smoothly adjust the length, which allows for delimbing at a high height (6.5 m). The maximum branch thickness is limited to 35 mm. The pole saw wins gold in our review.

Domestic gardeners are pleased with the capabilities of the tool and ease of use. Despite the large weight (1.9 kg), limbing can be done for a long time without getting tired.

Advantages

• effective power mechanism;
• telescopic aluminum handles;
• cutting level adjustment;
• ease of use.

disadvantages

• not found.

FISKARS PowerGear UPX86

Rating: 4.8

The FISKARS PowerGear UPX86 is slightly inferior to the winner of the review in terms of maximum height (up to 6 m). The experts liked the improved cutting head, which is securely attached to the bar. Its swing angle is 230 degrees. The efficient PowerGear lift mechanism increases the applied force by 12 times. The length of the aluminum rod is adjustable in the range of 2.4-4.0 m. The curved sharp blades have a protective coating, for a long time no sharpening of the cutting edge is required. The manufacturer has provided a bar locking mechanism, for the convenience of the gardener the handles are equipped with non-slip Soft-touch material.

Users like the cut quality, ease of use, and longevity of sharpening. The downside of the instrument is the high price.

Advantages

• telescopic aluminum handles;
• effective power mechanism;
• comfortable handles;
• sharp blades.

disadvantages

• high price.

RACO 4218-53 / 402C

Rating: 4.7

The RACO 4218-53 / 402C Pole Pruner attracted the attention of experts at an affordable price. The model has a fixed length of 1.61 m, which allows you to easily cut branches at a height of up to 3.5 m. The thickness of the branches should not exceed 32 mm. The cutting head is adjustable within 230 degrees. The tool is suitable for summer residents and homeowners, it will help you keep track of fruit trees or hedges. The asset of the model should include a small weight (1.265 kg), soft pads on aluminum handles, sharp blade sharpening.

Russian summer residents liked the powerful ratchet mechanism, which allows cutting branches with a diameter of up to 35 mm. But with large volumes of work, the attachment point of the swivel head breaks down, and the upper handle wedges.

Advantages

• good cutting ability;
• soft pads on the handles;
• powerful ratchet mechanism;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• short-lived swivel head mount;
• wedges the upper handle.

FISKARS 136525

Rating: 4.6

An interesting budget option for summer residents can be the purchase of the FISKARS 136525 lopper attachment. The manufacturer recommends using a tool with a 1000666 handle. In addition to the affordable price, experts noted the small weight of the lopper (0.57 kg). The length of the nozzle is 400 mm. The model is equipped with a powerful PowerReel mechanism that increases the force by 12 times. Thanks to the carbide, the cutting edge remains sharp for a long time. The lopper is supplied to the commercial network along with a dense cord for remote control.

Users note the precise operation of the cutting mechanism without jamming, they are satisfied with the workmanship and ease of installation on the handle. But you won't be able to start pruning your garden without additional cutting.

Advantages

• effective power mechanism;
• high-quality manufacturing;
• light weight;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• no cutting.

Best Motorized Pole Pruners

High productivity when pruning a garden is ensured by motorized pole pruners. They are powered by gasoline or electric motors. Experts have identified several successful models.

CHAMPION PP126

Rating: 4.9

The professional tool for gardening is the CHAMPION PP126 petrol pole saw. It is equipped with a telescopic bar that can be extended up to 4.25 m.The long bar (30 cm) allows you to cut branches and limbs with a diameter of up to 20 cm. and tires are carried out automatically. A diaphragm carburetor allows the pole to work in any position. To reduce the load during operation (weight 9.5 kg), the manufacturer has equipped his product with a shoulder strap. The model becomes the winner of our review.

Domestic gardeners note the ease of work, excellent controllability, ease of maintenance. The downside is a lot of weight.

Advantages

• high performance;
• easy maintenance;
• shoulder strap;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• great weight.

Bosch Universal Chain Pole 18 2.5 Ah

Rating: 4.8

An excellent option for owners of parental houses with an old garden would be the purchase of the Bosch Universal Chain Pole 18 cordless pole saw. The experts appreciated the environmental friendliness of the tool, ease of maintenance and autonomy. The model is equipped with a telescopic bar from 2 to 2.6 m in length and tilt adjustment up to 120 degrees. The tool is powered by battery energy (voltage 18 V, capacity 2.5 Ah). It takes just over an hour to fully charge it. The Pole Pruner can be supplied with or without battery and charger. The 20 cm long bar provides a maximum cut with a diameter of 15 cm.

Users love the busbar protection that prevents accidental cuts on adjacent branches. The disadvantages are the high price.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• bus protection;
• tilt adjustment;
• ease of use.

disadvantages

• high price.

Ryobi RPP750S

Rating: 4.7

Lightweight (3.8 kg) and affordable price, the Ryobi RPP750S Network Pole Pruner stands out from the competition. It is equipped with a 750 W electric motor. The manufacturer has installed a 20 cm long tire on the tool; to facilitate the work, the cutting part has a fixed inclination of 15 degrees. Thanks to the 2.7 m telescopic three-stage boom and the GripZone rubber-coated handle, work at height is long and comfortable. The set also includes a shoulder strap. The experts liked the quiet operation of the pole saw with no harmful emissions. The model receives the bronze from our review.

Russian gardeners speak flatteringly about the simplicity and ease of use of the Japanese pole saw. Disadvantages include a sloppy cut and a weak extension bar.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• ease;
• environmental friendliness;
• simplicity and ease of use.

disadvantages

• sloppy cut;
• weak extension bar.

Greenworks G40PS20

Rating: 4.6

A standalone garden tool is the Greenworks G40PS20 cordless pole pruner. The model is equipped with a 2.4m split boom, 8-inch bar and chain. To operate the power tool requires a 40 V battery. Experts pay attention to the fact that there are pole saws on sale, both with a battery and charger, and without them. It should be noted that the power source can be taken from other garden equipment of the G-MAX 40V series. To tension the chain, a manual tensioning mechanism is installed; safety during operation is provided by a safety device against accidental activation.

The American Pole Pruner is not in high demand among domestic homeowners. One of the reasons is the high price, leaves much to be desired and the richness of the equipment.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• mobility;
• fuse against accidental activation;
• ease of use.

disadvantages

• high price;
• poor equipment.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.