RYOBI ONE+ 18-Volt Brushless 12" Chainsaw Review P548
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- It's a Limber! RYOBI has been rapidly expanding the ONE+ 18V platform of cordless tools and including more outdoor power equipment, like the new 18V Brushless 12" Chain Saw. This saw is made for a homeowner who wants to trim branches and limbs. Many would probably use this to clean up small storm debris. As we show in our video, it is capable of cutting down a 15" tree, but we would not recommend this saw for felling. If this is your first chain saw, it is easy to use with a tool-less chain tensioning system and an automatic oiler that keeps your chain lubricated.
Brushless motors can be great for saving power and extending runtime, but they also can cut out when put under stress. Ths RYOBI chain saw did not cut out even under major stress. The speed the chain travels is good for small limbing and brush cleanup, but it is slow for bucking 10" and larger logs. The saw lacks a chain brake, so if you are a beginner, please watch our video and be safe while using this saw. A chain brake is a very nice feature to ensure that a major accident is less likely to happen if you get a kickback or slip while walking.
Ryobi P548 Features
Works with all Ryobi ONE+ Tools and Batteries
Brushless Motor for Increased Performance and Runtime
12 in. Bar and Chain with Tool-Free Adjustment
Trigger Safety Switch
Automatic Chain Oiler Holds 6.8 Ounces of Oil
3-year Limited Warranty
Small Saw
While we did use this saw to cut down a tree, most people would get frustrated with the process because the saw cuts larger wood slowly. If this saw is used for what it was built for, 6" wood and smaller, it actually performs well and has a good battery life. We went through one and a half 4.0Ah batteries to cut down and limb the Austrian Pine in the video. If you push the saw above that it is meant for, frustration with slow cuts will happen.
If you are in the market for a small saw that has little to no maintenance and will fire up with a charged battery at any time, this is a pretty good saw for you. In comparison to other 18-20 volt saws, this is probably the least powerful, but also the least expensive. Use it for limbing and you will be happy. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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I own this saw and agree with everything you said, but in its defense this saw is not meant to fell large trees, it is for limbing and felling small trees. Here is a direct quote from the owner's manual: "This saw was designed for occasional light duty use and has some limitations as to what it can do." This is after all an 18V saw.
I find it to be a perfect complement to larger gas powered saw. In a perfect world I wish this was an 18V X 2 like the Makita, but it is what it is.
Addendum: Here is another quote from the owner's manual:
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the following purposes:
Limbing and pruning branches from trees
Felling small trees
Bucking the fallen tree into shorter lengths
I fully agree that we pushed this saw too far. I mention it later in the video that this is meant for limbing, but to learn the tool and how it reacts, we normally push tools beyond what they are meant for to see what they have. Do you think we went too far with this saw? Would you have rather just seen us use this on smaller items?
Not at all Brian I'm glad you did, but I was just point out that someone who might be interested in this saw that it is not a replacement for a higher voltage saw or a gas saw. You did a great job on the video as usual.
We will try to improve the message as to what the tool is meant for. Testing, Pushing the Limits and giving good feedback is not easy. We are working to continue to improve. Thank you for your comment. I will pin it for others to read.
Right tool for the right job. In looking at getting my first Chainsaw. I live in a rural city area and dont plan on building a cabin with this. But will clean up my property and be a good addition to my growing Ryobi brushleds collection.
EXACTLY!!! THIS GUYS IS ALWAYS TRYING TO COMPARE RYOBI TO PRO TOOLS!! WAKE UP RYOBI IS FOR LIGHT DUTY AT HOME DYI!!!! IT DOES EXACTLY WHAT IT IS MEANT TO DO!!!!🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
I had this saw for 1.5 year and very happy with it. I am just a regular homeowner with a backyard full of small trees like the one you've cut down. This saw does the job well. I filed the chain and still using the original one and its still cutting well. overall I fully recommend buying and own this chainsaw. All my power tools are Ryobi and all operate with 18 volt battery and no need to worry about power problem.
I bought mine yesterday because of watching reviews on this...I will be using it soon.
I'm sticking with gas. I chased a bunch of teenagers around my property after they got a flat tire and were looking for shelter from a rain storm. I was happy to reduce my carbon foot print, but the quiet motor just didn't quite have the menacing sound I need to really scare those kids before I murdered them. It took limbs off just fine, just not as scary as I'd like. Next year's Halloween I'll go back to gas. Keeping Ryobi for small projects though. Live and learn. Nice review.
Now that is how to do a review. Quick, informative, and to the point. Thanks, you saved me 30 mins of searching out reviews for this chain saw.
Brilliant review and actually seeing what it does in video footage is just what I need to see . Great job 👍🏾
Great review, straight to the point. Going to add this to my arsenal for the cabin. Perfect for limbing etc.
Good review , I live in Australia and i have one of these saws bought it a year ago and love it and yes it has a chain brake
I really Value your reviews you’ve saved me time, money, most important that dreaded feeling of buyers remorse.
Thanks! This was very helpful. Looks just right for this homeowner. Valued seeing all the safety gear worn.
I was curious about the capabilities of this before I bought it. Thanks for the great review. It looks like it will do everything I need a chainsaw to do. I'm going to get it. Thanks!
Thank you for the video. I appreciate that you actually used the saw for a project. Electric saws with trigger interlocks don't need a chain break. Even on gas saws they really aren't for "walking around". Your PSAs about safety related to this saw are the same for any chainsaw. Its nice that you practiced your PSA and wore gear in the video. I'm off to buy a saw.
in my opinion this is a honest accurate review, thank you for that
This looks like an interesting camping chainsaw - both for small firewood and road blockages
Wow, I'm impressed! That is a huge upgrade over the essentially useless previous version. That would be handy to clean up what has fallen after a storm.
It is a HUGe upgrade. The last Ryobi "Chain saw" would have never done that. Or I would still be there cutting.
Thanks for the honest review 👍🏻
I have had this saw for a whole year and I used it a lot. I use it on my small projects when I don't want to drag out my Husqvarna gas saw, which I use for big stuff. This little ryobi is great and really exceeded my expectations, I think ryobi hit it out of the park considering its only 18v and spins a 12" chain. My husqvarna sits a lot more than it used to now.
Same here. Most of my cleanup jobs do not require me to take out my larger gas Stihl chainsaw. It's just so easy to pop a battery in this 18v chainsaw and get to work.
Loved this video. Liked that you gave good detail information👍
well done focussing on safety. very important discussion point with chainsaws
I'm considering this for a climbing saw, looks just right in size/power.
GREAT HONEST REVIEW!! Trying to figure out if i should get 10inch or 12inch and this TOTALLY made my decision easy!
Thanks for a balanced review of this saw. I've been using a 16" 40V brushless Greenworks for a few years now and find that it can replace my 16" Stihl for most purposes. But I'm looking for a smaller, lighter saw that I can confidently take into a larger tree for pruning a limb or two. This looks like a good choice, especially since I have 3 One+ tools already. I haven't found the Greenworks' chain brake to be anything but a nuisance, because the chain stops as soon as the trigger is released. It's a must on a saw that can idle though, that is, a gas saw.
Great analysis
Nice job on the revier
I agree with you on the chain brake... it's essential. Thankfully in Australia it comes with a chain brake
Kudos. Very good information concise and friendly. Thanks
I was one of the very skeptic and reluctant at first for Ryobi tools as a homeowner because of low voltage tools but after pool vacuum, trimmer and blower im sold and a fan now
Others shouldn't be mislead by the fact that 18 volts is less than what other manufacturers use like 20, 24, etc.
It's a really well-applied 18 volts!
...an 18V fan?
@@Chimpiin A-ha! I see what you did there...
I Agree that a Chain Brake is an awesome feature. I Really love my Kobalt 80V Chainsaw, With a Chain Brake and not much more money, you can't beat it for a Cordless Chainsaw! =)
Hey love the video. We can always depend on you to give it to us straight. Keep up the good work. : )
I've dropped multiple trees, mostly madrone, with the OLD Ryobi battery saw.
I love that saw for summer work...a lot safer in California's fire season, less likely to throw a spark, so what if it's a bit slower.
Good little overlay on this one, have been bit curois about them for same reasons as you said, camping, preparing for hunting season etc where i wouldnt reallynwant to brake out gas power
Bearded Seabee82 Glad we could help!
Thanks for the review. I do some light off-roading and I already carry my one-kit batteries for some other tools. I hoped this chainsaw would work to clear fallen trees or branches on the trail in emergencies without having to bring a big noisy gas unit. It looks like it’s a perfect fit.
This is exactly why I'm watching this video. I have a bunch of one+ tools so this would be perfect for our camping/off roading trips.
@@chadjacobsen1 I can tell you my blade wore dull quicker then i expected, but it got the trail clear a few times when I needed it to. Of course operator error could be a factor.
Nice video mate ;) Just looking to see if people who have one reckon it's handy enough to take camping etc. as that'd be my main use for one, not chopping and lopping down trees! lol
your wife found out that you cut down her beloved conifer just to test this chainsaw? :-) great review thx
LOL. Not quite. It needed to come down as there will be concrete there going to the barn going up next door.
thank you! :)
I'm considering getting this one for occasional use. I've got a big gas powered unit for the big jobs, but seems like a little battery powered unit like this would be awfully handy if I just want to go snip up a couple small logs for a bonfire or take care of a fallen branch. I kinda hate to get my big gas unit all set up, and warmed up, only to use it for 10 min before putting it away again. Nice review!
I've got the Milwaukee hatchet. When I first used it, I was very upset. Now that I'm used to it (It requires two hands to activate and operate.) I bring it in the house and give it a bath every time I use it. It's like a baby.
You could always remove the battery, that would be a guaranteed way of 'safeing' the tool. Even a brake on a traditional chainsaw can fail.
Ryobi had to know when they started making all their fairly newer "Brushless" tools line that have the extra 2 metal contact points built into all the brushless tools, if they they kinda "Future Proofed" them for the release of the new HP battery line? According to the website, the All New 2018 line of 18V ONE+ "HP" batteries (3, 4, 6 & 9Ah) are specifically designed much more for the brushless tools, but the larger 6 & 9Ah still gives much longer run times also to Non brushless tools.
I Bought a 4-pack of 9Ah batteries & just....WOW! You get much more run time, but also the trade off with the battery size & weight depends on the job.
The HP batteries have the matching metal contacts on the back of them to give more power when needed & lighten up when not needed to give a big boost in power & run times for all brushless tools. They do offer a very noticeable boost. So GLAD Ryobi upped their game in the battery department!! I know they are going to phase out the P102 1.3Ah, & the good ole P108 4Ah to the newer P192 HP 4Ah. I believe most may stick with the 4Ah as still the base model battery most will use. I guess it's all up to the person, tool & job at hand.
However, this saw is still for light duty home use, but it could have knocked off a lot of time cutting that tree down big time with a HP battery.
Great advice on a chain brake
Thanks. I am unsure how many will take that. Most my chainsaw videos people tell me I use it too much. I would much rather have the brake on when I am moving. Something my Dad taught me when I was a kid learning to use a chainsaw.
Only the North American version doesn't have a chain break. IMO, this saw doesn't need one, the chain speed is not fast enough to warrant one and there is a safety switch to prevent accidental starts.
I want to say I agree the chain speed is not fast enough. Because I agree it is not a fast cutter, but the safety of a chain brake in different situations, not kickback, would be nice. I know there is a trigger safety, but it would be nice to have a lock on the chain for traveling or walking in brush.
@@WorkshopAddict I don't see how that helps. Aren't you more likely to get nicked by a locked chain than one that can move a bit? Remember, the chain isn't powered when you're carrying the saw.
You should use that with 9 Ah battery. It has about 40% more current output and makes a big power difference.
I am 99 percent sure that battery was not out when that video was made.
@@WorkshopAddict True, did not thought about that.
I love the chainsaw I have the same one.
Thanks for the review Brian. #WORKSHOPADDICT
Just bought one & it now has a Chain Brake.
great vid man thumbs up! a few questions though first does it have bucking spikes 2. does it auto oil? 3. are you sure it doesn't leak oil like all the others and lastly and most importantly, can I slap a quarter or dime nose on it for carving as that is all that I want it for and to occasionally limb stuff. I've got 2 4Ah batteries so I'm looking for one for sculpture and curious if its worth investing or do I go bigger like the ego + or greenworks?
All I’m looking for is something to trim small branches and limbs shrubs and bushes mostly just the stuff that touches me when I cut grass, I have full size gas chainsaws at work so I use those for anything big, it sounds like this might work but maybe I should go to the 40v
Thanks for the video! Do you know if the saw will accommodate the 4 amp hour battery? I already have this battery and charger from another tool...
Has anyone found a good carry case for this saw? Not trying to leave oil stains wherever I put it down in the garage or in the truck.
Considering it's a battery powered saw, seems to do pretty well. Nope, not gonna get gas powered performance (duh) but will work for my around the house trimming and small tree removal, which is all I need anymore.
I was contemplating getting this chainsaw for trimming palm trees. Do you think this saw would be good those kind of trees, or do you think the 10" 18v would work, or do you think i would need a 40v. Any insight would greatly be appreciated. Thank you.
Does it have plastic drive gearing?
You should try this with one of the Lithium+ HP batteries with the extra contracts for the brushless tools, not the old Lithium+ ones. You aren't getting full output power with that battery. Makes a huge difference.
No chain break is a dela breaker for me. I do too much limbing and that's why I would want it. Thanks.
I'm debating this too. It might not be needed since it is a light duty electric chainsaw. Maybe the electric motor slows down and stops faster than a gas chainsaw.... but i dont want to find out after its gone an inch into my skull
I have this saw and I am having trouble tensioning the chain even after buying a new chain. Could someone post a video showing both sides of the chain tensioning device? I want to check if a screw is missing. TIA
I’m taking issue with you about the chain beak bro!!! Just watch it because my house is chain break bar free! No one is going to infringe on my no chain break bar rights!!!!
Update - The new version of this saw now has a true chain brake.
It's a great little chainsaw, tree pruning /re-pollarding, it's fairly light weight, great for taking up a small /medium tree and cutting a few narrow branches. Battery last well, Im considering getting a spare battery for longer jobs, had to get a new chain as old one was too far stretched, you can take links out to shorten and save money but im not sure how. I have a gas powered chainsaw but its so heavy and unreliable starting up, not ideal for tree climbing /pruning. Anyone have experience shortening the chain & how?
You could always pull the battery when walking around. I know it’s annoying. But it is what it is.
I'm thinking of getting one of these for cutting logs smaller for my wood stove and that's about it. I really don't feel comfortable using gas. My father has one and it's obnoxiously heavy and stinky.. I think it should be good for a small task like a wood stove.. ?
woo hoo! will milwaukee be next!! #WorkshopAddict
I have to assume so, but I hope Milwaukee goes a bit larger.
I’m sure Milwaukee will come out with a 12v chainsaw with a 6 inch bar.
Nice review I’m thinking about buying one. My one thought is why would anyone think a 12” saw is going to be good for felling trees
People think a one gallon air compressor is good for filling truck tires. So we wanted to cover all basis.
WorkshopAddict true that !
It save the day after hurricane Fiona.
Exceed my expectations.
14-20 inches of tree limbs no problem.
Would like to see this retested with a HP+ battery
In comparison to the small Dewalt you reviewed (DEWALT DCCS620B 20V MAX XR Compact 12 in. Cordless Chainsaw) how would you compare the two? Which would you rather own as the reviewer of both?
Small Dewalt
I just saw a woman replace a chain. And when she went to use it she pulled the chain brake lever and I heard it click same model P548? Had me puzzled.
Was your ear protection necessary?
Was it too loud for brushless motor as some brushless drills are?
Or was your ear protection just good safety habit?
Thx.
It's not that loud - I've used mine without hearing protection and didn't feel like I was taking a risk of hearing damage.
They could have just made the non working chain brake handle a switch so when you click it it disables the trigger.
What kind of battery life did you get?
Is this more powerful than the 10" model or is it just a slightly bigger bar?
This one has significantly more chain speed and power over the 10"
It's a great saw but count on throw away replacement chains. The adjuster won't adjust out near enough to get the full use of the chain I don't feel like. It lasts a good bit but don't count on it for the only firewood saw if your using it for that. If it wasn't for that chain adjustment that keeps me from sharpening and using it more I wouldn't be afraid to use it for a firewood saw possibly. But it's definitely perfect for intermittent use when you have a tree to cut. It'll cut down a tree fine unlike the non brushless that won't even cut a branch. I have a nice 16" gas saw I haven't touched since owning it cause it's not worth cranking up and not that much better at cutting. Great to have around but if I wasn't into Ryobi I'd go around looking at other brands to see if I can find one that'll adjust enough to allow me to choose if I want to sharpen or not. Other than that the easy chain adjuster was awesome and stays adjusted great. Crazy how that one little thing makes such a big disappointment. But if you don't sharpen them yourself. I probably cut up a good 30 10" diameter trees with the chain I'd guess at least though.
what's the difference between P548 and P549?
Electric saws are a different animal than gas. I would recommend my little Stihl ms 170 or the next one up (ms 190?) before an electric chainsaw. - for beginners.
In France 170 € not battery included , it's good for small tree I think.
What's the run time
Would you say this will be ideal to keep in the back of a car during the winter incase of fallen trees in a storm as my area has alot of back lanes
Yes, I think it would work well for that.
@@WorkshopAddict ideal thankyou for the quick reply
Have u reviewed the 40v Ryobi for comparisons?
I do not believe we have ever used the Ryobi 40 volt chainsaws. We have Done Makita, Dewalt, EGO and Greenworks.
I have the 40V saw and it is great. It is also designed to be a pruning saw and it does that well. It is just a little bigger than the 18V and the chain tension is set with an on-board tool. I love the electric powered saw. No fuel, no smoke, no recoil starter (less cussing), and not much noise. It does not have a chain brake but I carry it by the front handle so my hand is off the triggers.
i dont know about the american models but i have the brushless saw and it has the chain brake...
Whats the difference between this one (P548) and Ryobi OCS1830 ?
I was just looking for exactly the same answer.
Did you find out by any chance please?
The temptation is to take this up on the ladder and limb.......if you don't have experience, I would strongly discourage. Being it's a slow cutter.....it can get you into some trouble.
Seriously.....can't help but look at it and think "wow that could work up in a canopy" but....lol no, that is just asking for trouble I shouldn't even be watching these videos this chainsaw is rear-handled and for standing-on-ground usage only (and is a very weak saw for that use-case IMO! Makita's 2-battery 36V top-handled units, on the other hand.... :D )
Good video, subscribed/liked!!
How does this stack up with the EGO chainsaws? They seem to get pretty good reviews for battery powered saws...
This is about 35 to 40% of an EGO 56-volt saw. Not in the same ballpark to compare a 16" saw to a 12".
WorkshopAddict I didn’t even realize ego didn’t make a 12in.
First saw was a 14" and then they quickly bumped it to a 16"
How many batteries were used to complete that job?
It's been a while and I do not remember... 3 at the most but more likely 2 4.p Ah batteries
Could taking the battery out be a good alternative to a chain break.
for when your on the move
Can you install a longer bar on this chain saw?
You can, but power would run out quickly.
Ok thanks, Ryobi has the new 6 AH batteries, maybe a 14 inch bar and that larger battery would be an ok situation. Thank you for your answer. Great informative video.
Have you tried this chainsaw with a 9Ah ? I'd be curious to see how much of an improvement is seen, and I'd be curious to know if it just shuts the machine down because the battery may be too much for it, causing the motor to overheat..
We have not tried it. Sorry.
@@WorkshopAddict I noticed a huge difference between using the 1.3Ah vs using the 9Ah on my old (blue) recip, and also on my circular saw (blue) - even though they aren't brushless - so I can just imagine how much better this chainsaw might be with the 9Ah .. Thanks for responding.
@@BitsOfEternity mine locked up using a 9ah non stop had 2 bars left on battery...just slicing buscuits through 3 inch logs of pecan and mesquite so i can mix with charcoal.. sharpened chain and full of bar chain oil...no pressure either when cutting let it cut down on its own.
@@ultra78721 Good to know, thanks for sharing
So the tree I want to cut is about the same size (widthwise) as the one In video you do reccomend it?
Price it yo the Milwaukee that is currently on sale. The Milwaukee is better, but this is a good saw. I also recently reviewed a ryobi 40 volt that rocked out well.
@@WorkshopAddict I gave in and bought this one.... I was gonna get the 40v but I'd hafta buy new batteries and charger, plus the tree I'll be cutting is a little smaller than the one you have in video
@@kingdaddy8366 Take your time and it will be good. Be careful bud.
ryobis brushless tools should be reviewed with and without HP batteries
Did you do all this on one battery charge?
I was very clear in the video what we did and one what amount of batteries.
I don't think you we're clear enough either. Still kind of fuzzy for me. And I've watched it twice. You said it did well but not specifically if you just used one battery and how many bars were left.
WorkshopAddict no you weren’t
Why would you need a break on an electric saw? Both switches has to be depressed and you can just take the battery out.
So, If you were brought up on gas saws, you would learn to put on the brake when walking through brush just in case you fall. Also, that brake kicks in if you experience kickback. Same applies to an electric saw. Even though you have a secondary safety, it can be easily depressed and an accidental firing of the saw could happen when walking. Every good electric saw has a chain brake!!!!!!
@@WorkshopAddict I suspect that's based on traditional saws that idle.
Chain break? that thing has no power to kickback and the secondary button to operate is the equivalent of a chain break. Thanks for sharing.
I thought this was designed for small trees and limbs. If you wan to cut something big, isn’t that why they made the 40v chainsaw?
good review i don't think it was built for lumberjacks
This saw lacks a chain catch and a chain brake. Undesirable lack of basic safety features, chaps are a must when operating this saw.
Wish it had a button to manually use oil. Autos never work right.
I was running this saw for about 2 hours at about a 30-50% duty cycle th-cam.com/users/postUgkxfQm1wmg0ItKDLavxj1nXtQY9HP7EF504 and it did a great job. I used the lever for the built in sharpener to clear chip buildup out more than to actually sharpen the chain. It managed to cut some hardwood stumps much larger than it's size without bothering the neighbors with hours of 2 stroke noise.
Latest model has a chain break :)
Which model?
Would this be even remotely suitable for slicing oak sleepers into boards? Not many, just a couple at a time.
No
@@WorkshopAddict Thank you
Yeah... this is a limbing saw meant for trimming off branches around your property.
3:49 Why is your neighbor wearing a full face mask?
Ryobi, fix your chain adjuster so that it'll move far enough to sharpen and use the chain for it's entire use. Other than that it's awesome and perfect for intermittent home use. Even all day thinning small trees from woods or clearing an ATV trail. But that chain adjuster stinks. Needs more travel. Please fix. I'd even buy the adjuster separate if you'd make one. I mean it could use slower speed with more torque and a full chisel chain. Probably be better than most pro grade gas with that. These people looking for the fastest chain thinking that cuts faster don't know what they're talking about. If we were all doing those stupid saw competitions with the trees on their sides already for us then maybe high chain speed works. Full chisel with slower speeds would produce a faster cut with more controllability and just way bigger chips. I can literally take a rope on a full chisel chain pulling it back and forth with my hand and cut a limb faster than those junk safety chains. By the way they need the safety cause they're turning too fast.
Its sad that you're take than beautiful tree down
There is a driveway there now. :)
I don't see any point in buying into this kind of tool. As far as i'm concerned you'd be much better off investing in a descent reciprocating saw and putting a pruning blade on it. As far as electric chainsaws I feel that new Milwaukee fuel 16" is where it's at.
I've used a pruning blade on a recip saw. The vibration is nasty.
I think brushless is better.. My Ryobi Model# P5452 motor quit after a year.. Took it apart, brush fell out. No replacement part from Ryobi, no warranty.
A brake for walking around with an electric saw ,are you serious? Its not running 🤦♂️ brake whilst cutting ? Yes👍