Home Depot has
Ryobi 40V Brushless 14" Cordless Battery Chainsaw + 10" Cordless Pole Saw w/ 4.0 Ah Battery & Charger (RY40530-PS) on sale for
$259.
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rocketscience22 for finding this deal.
Key Features:- Chainsaw features:
- 14 in. bar and chain
- Load-Sensing technology automatically adjusts power
- Side access chain tensioning and on-board tool storage for easy adjustments
- Oil level indicator window and variable speed trigger
- Automatic oiler for smooth operation
- Pole saw features:
- 6.5 ft. or 9.5 ft. adjustable length
- In-line motor for precision pruning
- Better cut control with the angled head
- 10 in. bar and chain
- Includes 4.0 Ah battery and brushless motor on the chainsaw for increased power and run time
- Works with all Ryobi 40V lithium batteries
- 5-year tool warranty
- 3-year battery warranty
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I think this is perfect for a homeowner needing to do storm cleanup and cutting small trees down (while leaving big projects to the pros). I pondered getting a gas saw, but for intermittent use I think cordless makes the most sense. Less wieldy than a gas saw and none of the engine maintenance. More convenient than plug-in electric. The only downside is charge time/battery life, but for homeowner projects its probably not an issue (just take a break!).
RE: quality/performance vs. other brands. I didn't see many negative reviews, but I take reliability reviews and anecdotal evidence with a grain of salt. Personal experience with the line and customer service is likely the bigger factor for most buyers in terms of reliability. There may be a delta between this and Milwaukee/Dewalt/Makita, but considering the price difference, I think it comes down to preference and whether you are in the ecosystem or not.
Also, for intermittent DIY use of these kind of hyperspecialized tools, I think people spend way to much time trying to figure out what the "best" is or which "will last longer" even when it is a tool that maybe you will use 2-3 times ever. The proper comp for most folks needs to be "how much would it cost to pay a pro?" and "what is the likelihood I will ever use this again?" Maybe the Milwaukee is better but it is also (16") $>$300 for tool only and pushing $500 with a battery. For less than what it would cost to have a pro do it, I got a chainsaw, all the protective gear, and removed the fallen tree and a widowmaker that had hung up over a trail behind our house. Anything beyond that is house money at this point.
Obviously, if you are regularly using a saw, your decision tree would be different.
FYI you can add a 16" bar/chain to this.
However, if you already have 40v batteries, get the 16" saw at $160 instead. While Ryobi claims on a HD post that its the same saw motor as the 16" and 18", I'm not sure that's true (I looked at parts diagrams and it doesn't bear out). Further, the 16" has an adjustable oiler and a manual chain brake which the 14" doesn't have.
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Also.. the 40v power head is a much smarter investment as you can just pop on a pole saw attachment.. then switch it back to a weed whacker.. or hedge trimmer.. or sweeper.. or brush cutter... or leaf blower.. or rotatiller... or edger.
I have the 18v pole saw and a pole saw attachment for me ryobi brushless carbon power head. They both work good.
I wish ryobi would have went with a higher voltage than 40v and built a slightly better mower.
even though a little pricier, so far i like my EGO products.
We seriously need a national standard for rechargable batteries!!! Mfg's can choose to adopt them or not, but it would benefit consumers and the planet.
EGO POWER+ 56-volt 18-in Brushless Cordless Electric Chainsaw 5 Ah (Battery and Charger Included)
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If you are willing to go through hassle of returning I'd keep an eye on tools direct (not direct tools) eBay store. They are Home Depot returns. I go the pole saw for $45 (tool only) and the chainsaw for $70 with 4ah battery. Those prices were when they were running extra 50% off and now are only running extra 40% off. Both were brand new- no issues. However, I have gotten stuff from them missing parts and had to return.
Also.. the 40v power head is a much smarter investment as you can just pop on a pole saw attachment.. then switch it back to a weed whacker.. or hedge trimmer.. or sweeper.. or brush cutter... or leaf blower.. or rotatiller... or edger.
I have the 18v pole saw and a pole saw attachment for me ryobi brushless carbon power head. They both work good.
I'm heavily invested in the 18v line with Ryobi but have no 40v products.
How do they compare to the competition?
More importantly what are some of the must have tools for DIY fall/spring yard work?
If you are not cutting hardwood like an oak tree you are probably fine. It's convenience and lighter than my Portland. By the way, cutting down an oak tree was a BIG job.
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I'm heavily invested in the 18v line with Ryobi but have no 40v products.
How do they compare to the competition?
More importantly what are some of the must have tools for DIY fall/spring yard work?
Got a gas tractor for main mowing, and all Ryobi 40V tools for everything else, I really like them, especially the Expand-It system. If I was just jumping into 40V tools, I would maybe get that 20" refurb mower with 6AH battery from DTO when it goes on sale for ~$140 (great deal on just the battery alone and the mower is just a bonus, I use it for smaller areas that my tractor doesn't easily fit), and pick up an expand it pole with weed trimmer, get the leaf blower attachment, and optionally maybe a edging attachment and hedge trimmer attachment (I have both and like them).
With a 6A and a 4A battery you should be good for an afternoon of yard work. Maybe find a 2A battery for times when you just need a quick hit of power and don't feel like the extra weight.
Good luck!
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