Ryobi 18 Volt Pole Saw
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- In this video I test and review the Ryobi 18 volt Pole Saw (P4361).
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I’m 78 years old , female , and I love the Ryobi tools ….have quite a few of. Them .
I do as well. They’re cheaper in cost, hold up for years, and when you buy the same brand you have many compatible batteries! I’m 43, I hope when I’m 78 I’m like you, still out using my tools.
This lil machine does exactly th-cam.com/users/postUgkxHMc_g3gGUpXsBlcRniL7qDnlxwo192gi what it was designed to do, and does it well. I have used it for a few small limbs, worked great.Then, I had a trimming project beyond my capabilities (total tree removal x 3). Hired a professional crew for the job. Their pole saw threw a chain, wrapped up and bent the bar, rendering it useless. "Hey, I have an idea!". Pulled out my Dewalt pole saw, slapped in a fresh battery, filled the bar oil reservoir and handed it to the crew. Told them see what can do, don't baby it! And they put it through its paces. It performed flawlessly. I think I saw a tear when one of the crew handed it back (might have been sweat, but the tear version makes a better story).Worked like a charm doing the little trimming I do, but has the cohones for a pro crew.One thing to mention, when you are finished, drain the bar lube tank back in the bottle. It will leak out when sitting in the saw.
Yes I agree.
Love the dog hamming it up off to the side
That’s our pound rescue, “Reese”. The backyard is her favorite place on earth.
I’ve been using it for the past week. I’m an older 5’3” female, I was very leery about using this because every video was a male user. Female center of gravity is much lower than male, and men have more upper body strength. Ryobi pole saw is excellent. I went up very high reach up and cut thick branches, thank god for the strap, I found that was very helpful for balancing the weight. My neighbor that does home upgrades is very impressed as well.
Diane good for you!! Thank you for sharing your experience.
Thanks for your helpful reply Diane, I'm on the same boat, 51yrs old, also 5'3" and attempting to do my own trimmings on some palm trees. Your review was very reassuring!
Would be nice video, if you had shown how to tighten or loosen the chain. Had camera on wrong side. You can see, viewer cannot.
I would recommend reading the manual.
A truly excellent review. I plan to buy this pole saw and am glad to see you've everything laid out in clarity. As a first time user, I now have a better idea of what to realistically expect, especially the pros and cons. Thank you, Mike, most useful!
You are very welcome. I’m so glad it helped you.
I purchased one of these 3 years ago and, like others, have been impressed with what it will cut.
Wobbly poles, yes, but i figure some epoxy resin between the pole and fittings will fix that.
Oil; the first one i bought i returned as faulty because it leaked oil everywhere. It was replaced, but, of course, had the same problem. I tried stuffing the oil tank with sponge to slow the flow. To much, no flow now. This is a bad design feature, bit i was interested to note one of your other commentors said the same about the DeWalt brand. No cure on mine YET!
Incidentally, i suggest the reason it clogs so much is because of the excess oil which mixes with the sawdust and sticks to the covers, thus blocking them. Good primer on making the cuts for branches.
Thank you, Steve, for sharing your experience!
I am a 68 year old female. And I have a lemon tree on my property that I have to trim from time to time I’m tired of paying the gardener who is asking ridiculous price to do that so I purchased myself one of these. My neighbor behind me tree limbs are hanging over onto my new fence. Thank you for this video. For what I need to do this is perfect. It’s not something I will be using all the time. 👍
I think it’s great you are willing to do it yourself!!
Thank you, as a short, older female I used it briefly after a storm. Your tips and evals were spot on. I noticed the wobbly pole. Thank you
Sue thank you for your kind words!!
Wobble is terrible. Ryobi should have a much better connection. The little plastic nub that lines up should be full length of the connector
You sir have produced one of the best videos on chain saws I've seen so far. I was gifted the Portland pole saw and read the manual. The vids I've seen were nothing as instructions noted. Already intimated to use as a female with no experience, I'm grateful you took time to do this vid.
Best comment of the day!! Thank you for your kind words.
Thank you so much for this video. This is my first time tackling this kind daunting task I've putting off because I'm not sure what I am doing. After watching, I feel confident enough to get the job done. I love how you went through all the parts, the proper way to make a cut and awesome review. I liked and saved and now will follow. Thanks again!
Favorite comment of the day!! Thank you, Casey, for your kind words.
I agree, just bought one today and I’m terrified of using it. My husband died so I’m trying to handle things on my own. I had no idea about the oil but I can’t even find where to put it in mine. I need to read the book.
Apparently mine is an oil free unit. Hope it does as well has his!
@amytats2891 if there isn’t an obvious oil reservoir, then it might require manual oiling of the chain.
@amytats2891 I recommend you manually lubricate the chain before each use.
Thank you for an excellent tutorial. Me being a Norwegian female, new at Ryobi tools, didn't have any problem understanding the info. Takk(thank you) ✔👍
You are very welcome!! Glad it helped.
Fungerte den greit? Må fjerne noen lave greiner på grantrær.
Thanks for making this video. First time purchasing… I placed it on garage floor for a short time and when I returned I noticed it was on the side. The oil started to leak and I was unaware! I immediately placed upright. So happy I discovered your video before all oil leaked out. Very informative and helpful tips.😊
Tammy I’m so glad it was helpful!!
Appreciate the video on this saw! I figured you’d have thousands of subscribers when I saw the quality of your video and detailed explanations.. hope you continue to grow it! Thank you again.
Mike thank you for your kind comments!
Wow this is by far the best review ever!!! Thank you so much for your knowledge and understanding you made it comfortable to learn and easy to understand. You are a great teacher 🍎
Thank you so much for your kind comments!
I bought mine last year. I just took a little break to cool down from using mine !! I've been VERY happy with it. I've done a lot of chainsaw work over my 67 years and have to say I am quite impressed with this little homeowner tool. The battery lasts quite a while too. I have a "REAL" chainsaw for the "HE MAN" stuff but have to say I love this saw for the lightweight branches I need to cut. I've never been disappointed with mine at all.
Lone Wolf thank you for sharing your experience!!
Great video Mike! I just got this same pole saw and decided to take a look on some videos before my first attempt. Watching yours made feel like I don't need to waste anymore time with others. You were very detailed with everything and fun to watch. I liked the music as well. Thanks and Kudos to you!
Best comment of the day!! Thank you, Rosie.
Thanks, that's nifty! I got interested in a small chain saw on a pole after watching professional tree trimmers attack a downed tree with branches covering my garage yesterday. I have an EGO battery-powered chainsaw but I hate using it on overhead limbs while standing on a ladder. I'm 72 and it's too dangerous to do so. But that battery-powered pole chainsaw looks ideal to trim the branches growing around the many wires stretching from the telephone pole to my house. I'm sold!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Thank you very much for this review, I am buying one of these shortly as we are approaching the pruning season here. Your pros and cons tips helped me as I would have been caught out by the chain oil leaking out when placing the unit down or when in storage. One thing I do with my small chainsaw is I use a paint brush to remove all the excess sawdust etc that builds up in and around the chain cover. The brush does get a bit grotty after a while when it gets covered in chain oil and sawdust but a wash with warm soapy water gets it back to new.
Thanks again.
Charles great suggestion. Thank you for sharing and your kind comments.
Thank you for this review. I have in fact bought one of these but have found the instructions totally inadequate. I am now confident to give it a go!
Awesome!! Thank you for your kind comments!!
Thank you so much for this review! I am considering buying one of these, and I am not experienced an chainsaw user. You answered all of the questions I had, including how to use it safely. It was the perfect instructional video for me. For the price point, and my very occasional usage needs, this seems like the right purchase. I’m glad to know the cons as well. Now, off to Home Depot...I'll let you know how it goes!
Thank you for your kind comments. Enjoy your new saw!
Forgot- Thank You. I have read a lot reviews and yours is by far - the Greatest!
Sandi thank you so much!!!
That saw is SICK !!!! I just bought the Fiskar hand saw, which I LOVE, and this is just as cool, and probably WAY easier to use.
Chain saw blades always need tensioning after a few cuts, but worth a check especially on a new blade,
Very nice review. The chain will always stretch especially when new so you should probably start off a little on the tight side!
After having mine for a few years, I decided to throw away the cover @15:49. I cut palm trees a lot and the fibers keep ending up in covered area. I replaced the screw with better screw. It's still working great.
Thank you for sharing your experience!!
Thanks for sharing. I already bought one of these things more than 2 years ago but I have a sever lung problem and never used it. I assembled it and tested it and its pretty much too heavy for me. I've never even switched it on.. But I've been thinking of giving it a try again recently.. I also have a hand saw on a even longer pole and I find that quite good for cutting a lot of high branches, I have to work very very slow of course, it's manual sawing, no motor, but its so much lighter and easy to use.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Thanks for the excellent, comprehensive review. Mine was delivered today (in UK) and I just wanted to see the set up and first use. One of your negatives said it was a bit too flexible because of fibre glass poles, I will watch out for that when I first use it at full length. Another was your comment about the strap being more or less redundant in use, I'll assess that in use and see how I cope with it. Your demonstration was an education for me as a 1st time chainsaw user. Thanks again.
Alan you are very welcome. Thank you for your kind comments.
Thanks for a great review/tutorial. Watched this prior to using my saw for the first time and it is a great, fast way to learn the basics and know what to expect!
Jeaneane you are very welcome.
What an EXCELLENT video, thank you so much. It helped me deciding on my purchase of a pole chainsaw
Johan I’m so glad it was helpful!!
I have only just found your pages. Couple of things with your "cons". Ryobi do recommend using the chest harness for full extension or long use. Having to refill the bar oil regularly. Does have the added reason of not overheating the chain or 7n8t. Other than that, I enjoyed your review. Fair and unbiased. My entire workshop is ryobi one + tools. I use the drills, impact drivers and such in a semi commercial forge and truck repair business. 10 plus years. Not one warranty claim
That’s great. Thank you for sharing your experience!
My next purchase, Ryobi products are a blessing for us who have a lot of years on our bones. I can add a small brush to clean out the unite when it needs it.
I love Ryobi for their innovative products that no one else makes; all on the same battery platform.
I’ve had one of these for a few years for my palm trees. My complaints:
My chain is constantly loose and needs constant retightening. Don’t forget to unscrew that cover nut. FYI: 10mm nut for the cover.
Very wobbly, and mine is not due to the rivets. Just terrible connection set up.
Oil goes too quickly, but you can hear a change in the sound of chain.
I still use it, but think I would have liked a more sturdy brand.
Same with me. That wobbly pole is such a bad design. They could get a better method and improve the performance
LOVE THIS REVIEW. A sensible, knowledgeable, and clear review. Thanks much... I HOPE Ryobi is aware of your critique because i agree with you about those defects needing improvements.
Best comment of the day! Thank you for your kind words.
Just purchased this today and found your video. Excellent, detail-oriented review. Very much appreciated! It's a little on the heavy side for me (just based on assembling).
Thank you for your kind comments.
Thanks for your honest review, very useful info. I almost got this saw and glad that I read your review first. Hopefully Ryobi can improve its weakness, especially with the stability/durability of the extended pole, that's quite important for many users, I suppose. Yes, seems light use is ok, I so agreed.
You are very welcome. I was very happy with this pole saw: Litheli U20 Cordless Pole Saw
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I purchased the Dewalt chain saw after watching your very informative video. The rivets on the pole connections, the tiny oil reservoir, the plastic hook which braces the saw against the tree were all big factors. They both share the same 'cons'. The straps are next to useless, they both drip oil unless stored upright and they're heavy. I usually carry mine around like I am holding a rifle on parade. I clean mine daily after use. Happy to have purchased Dewalt,ryobi not quite there yet.
Dave thank you for sharing your experience.
Great video. Thanks so much. Just got one and going to give it a whirl. Appreciate all the tips. I would have been discouraged if I leaked oil and didn’t know all the things you pointed out before hand.
@Perry Somers you’re very welcome!
This was extremely help setting up and using my new saw! Thank you!!!
You are very welcome. I’m so glad it helped you!
I usually hate long video and useless music, yet this one is an exception. Detailed, nice, and nice music at correct time. and valuable cons review. super nice thanks alot!
Joe thank you for your feedback and kind comments!!
Nice detail video. Thought about buying one and seems to be just right for cutting palm trees (fronds) and small tree branches.
@Gino A yes, it is a great unit for home use.
Just got one. Thanks to know what to expect.
Am surprized can be used on larger in diameter
Branches than I thought.
Thank you! Just purchased and using today
You are very welcome.
I bought the saw and excited. Left Home Depot and read the box and needed bar and chain oil. 😅 So I now know I can use any brand. Thought they had a certain brand. Thank you.
Richard...Yep...it’s all the same.
Great video! So great for beginner DIYers who want to learn about power tools.
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Thank you for the advice! I feel that for light home use this should fit my needs. Appreciate the honest review.
How’s it holding up after a couple months use?
Official, no change, still wobbling and otherwise working great.
I was impressed for a ryobi I thought it was pretty nice. Light weight and includes shoulder strap great value buying the kit. Tbh though I ended up returning it for the new Dewalt as I have a lot more batteries and it’s basically the same price (bare tool)
Great point. Ryobi kit is currently $139. Dewalt tool only is $149.
House On the Mend yup, for somebody with Dewalt batteries the all metal construction with aluminum poles is worth the 10$ although no included shoulder strap one can be added. The Dewalt is a bit more powerful as well. I’ll say the ryobi is very capable had I not owned a bunch of 9ah Dewalt batteries I would have kept it.
Much needed. Got one. Never used one. Loved the detail......thanks
You are very welcome!
So when the chair bellows off is need for oil..I suspect I tried and got like a bunch of sunflower stocks down...thankful. Even finally the county workers. Cause that part is their properly came got ditch. Cleared. Such a blessing. Third to puppet stage I was upset had to call sherrif I was not but lady like. Stepped out of my gym area after overhearing and offered a cold water ...politeness . So trump not the only proclaimed Christian. Like Britton wood agreement50s not matter. No more wars. Cheny behind Iraq and tried rewrite on 78 Omni of Mona Lisa code (made DSL- matrix afixed social security 81) in 2015...
Great video 👏👏👏 Just bought 1 of these after a lot of research, was gonna buy the combo with the smaller pruning saw at home depot but those combos were oilless saws and backed out.
I just don't see these oilless machines working as well as the one with oil
And just tested it on some pretty big branches and went thru them easily.
Seems like a pretty great deal
I hope it works great for you.
Your little tree ditty makes this video perfect. Thanks for all the useful info.
You’re very welcome.
Great video! Thank you for taking the time to do it.
Fern you are very welcome.
Great video. Really informative and no corners cut.
I’m considering buying this and like to do a fair amount of research beforehand.
LedBetter thank you very much!
awesome, cutting the brown palm leaves this weekend...
Yes! Get ‘em Quan!!
Thank you for the honest evaluation, pros and cons. Too many caveats for me to purchase the product, especially the rivets in fiberglass!
Kurt you’re very welcome. I’m glad it helped.
Thanks Mike. I watched the video after purchase, but before first use. I found your video instructional and helpful. Thanks for posting it.
You are very welcome, Knoxie!
WoW, Incredible Video to learn it all. I knew nothing. A Big Thanks
You are very welcome!!
Excellent video. All video reviews and tutorials should be this good.
J P thank you for your kind comments.
@@houseonthemend You bet! The video flows, is easy to understand, isn't full of self-serving hype. Great information and delivery!
Excellent review! I just bought one of these saws and you have listed some important caveats I will pay attention to. Thanks!
@cameraz99 you’re very welcome!
Great review! The instruction on tool use and details provided was very thorough. Thank you! I have many Ryobi tools and bought my pole saw in January but a little apprehensive about using it. Your video was extremely helpful and I’m heading out to cut some limbs.
You are very welcome. I’m so glad it helped!!
I'm diggen the video quality ! Keep this up! Very clear commentary too. Very professional.
Charredskeleton thank you so much!!
Good honest review, these sell for $199 New Zealand with the battery, I think I might get one too.
Dave thank you for your kind comments.
Hey Dave, i'm in NZ too, but where are you finding this kit for $200? Bunnings has it for $248 WITHOUT the battery and charger :(
Thanks for the detailed explanation of the chain adjustment mechanism. Very useful info.
Dave you are very welcome!!
One con you missed out is that it would be good if you could connect the chainsaw head directly to the handle, so allowing it to be very short for close up work like chopping the fallen branch up. At the moment you have to stand 6' or more away from it,
Great suggestion.
I have this Ryobi pole saw on order now to prune crepe myrtles. For lower limbs and cutting them up, I use a Ryobi reciprocating saw (Sawzall) which uses the same battery.
Jerry I totally agree. A reciprocating saw is great for branches I can reach without the need for an extension.
@@jerryware5749 Good idea. I do actually have the reciprocating saw too, so could use that.
Hey there from Ireland, I bought one of these and it is some job, cut through at least 6 inches,
Michael I agree. Other than the tiny oil reservoir and wobbly poles, it is an excellent saw.
I own the power, weed wacker and mower all from Ryobi. I really like the convenience of a common battery.
Absolutely!
Dear Mike,
Thank you so much for your extremely clear review and for all your useful & objective information.
Your review is the most helpful one that I watched.
Best Regards.
Thank you, Taylan, for your kind comments.
Quality review that goes beyond normal class.
Thank you, Jay T!
Thanks! best description I've seen on this. Best review! 👌
Thank you so much!
This video was great help for tunning my guitar :)
At least it’s not a music channel!
I got a guy to reduce the height of some of my hedges. He decided to use it to cut the thick hedges that the clippers couldn't handle. He got very frustrated to be constantly filling up with oil and just stopped using it. Luckily i have an expand it pole saw that I barely use so he used that and got the job done. I use it alot to trim the trees in my yard. The expand it for me makes too much noise and I have to be using air protectors whenever I use it. I only use it on extremely thick branches.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Clear concise explanation, brilliant 👍
Thank you, Richard!
Thank you. Factual and seemingly non biased.
You’re very welcome bix.
This was so incredibly helpful! That song at 18:00 is hilarious 😂
Thank you so much!!
Hello tree trimmer family I just watched this video real encouraging I will be using it Saturday morning but I have to get some bar oil wish me luck.
I hope it works great for you Raffel!!!
I must say Sir this was an excellent video on this Ryobi Pole Saw. Thank you so much for the video I’m thinking about this purchase a little more now due to your findings. Say Blessed.
@Antilleotheclown thank you so much for your kind comments!!
I learned a ton from you! I'm so much more confident now. Thank you!
Stephen that is always my hope so thank you for your kind comments.
Nice review... for the few cuts I make each year with my Ryobi pole saw, I found it's easier just to spray WD40 on the chain after each cut and not bother with the refilling the oil. btw I think they all eventually leak out anyway.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Excellent Review. I agree with your pros and cons!!!
I never rate or comment on these videos but I had to make an exception in this case. The video was excellent, both in content and filming. It was very comprehensive and, I think, covered all the pros and cons in detail. Well done! Thank you.
Best comment of the day!! Thank you, Philip for your kind words.
Nice review。 pole saw is easy to convert to chainsaw by making a connector for dual use
Fantastic review, sir! I'm in the uk. just ordered one as I think I should work from the ground rather than risk using my chainsaw from ladders.
Standing on the ground is a definite benefit! Thank you for your kind comments.
Try a white washing paint brush to clean saw dust out of the head when it clogs up. You still need to disassemble the bar unit to clean it just makes it easier to clean.
Good tip.
The saw pays for itself with the first use. Ryobi hit it out of the park with the pole chain saw. Thanks for the video. : )
You are very welcome.
Great review. Best by far on TH-cam
Thank you so much!
Terrific review ! I may go get one. Thanks from New Zealand
You are very welcome!!
I have the same pole saw and his review is highly accurate. The flexing of the pole when it is fully extended is disappointing. Given the price it's not going to be perfect. It's ok for me. I use it to trim a couple trees like every other year. If I used it weekly I would go for a more solid model.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
helpful and confirmed my imoressions. Useful for home use indeed.
Thank you Marian.
Great review! Very comprehensive and really helped me out with my decision. Thank you much!
Larry you’re very welcome! Thank you for the kind comments.
Great, informative video! I hate to read the directions & didn't have to! I was able to charge her up, put the oil in & we were off! Thank you!
Mercury you’re very welcome!
Such a helpful video! We had the same issue with the blade compartment jamming up with debris and the super wobbly connections. I don't think the chain on ours was as high a quality, as it got dull fairly quickly.
Cat thank you for sharing your experience!
I have done a bit of chainsaw work and it seems any wood that has a lot of sap is the worst enemy. Then comes sand and grit. I have never had a chain saw drift on me and to sharpen I just use a Dremel drill.
After owning this for a few years. I can still say it's one of the best battery tools I own. However because it's the only Ryobi One tool I have the batteries all died young in my opinion. There are also a lot of counterfeit batteries sold under this brand. Meaning they have been rebuilt with very cheap or used 18650 cells.
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Try putting 2 part epoxy into the cracks between Fiberglass Handle and the Connection Collars to see if you can Stiffen it back up.
Thank you. Very well presented.
Thank you, Fred!!
I have the electric cord version. I have a love / hate relationship with it and the cord is a pain. No middle extension pillar pole so limited reach length. I just noticed their is a battery 40 volt version with the middle pillar extension pole. I have high palm trees and use a ladder and any extra extension pole would be great. I use a cat litter pan to catch the bar oil drips. LOL.
Colin as you can see, palm trees are no match for these saws. Good luck.
A gas vs. electric comparison would have been cool.
I would gas is better?
Brand vs. Brand ? Which is the best?
Thank you for your demonstration and honest review.
Miriam you are very welcome!!
A lot of homeowner-grade chainsaws leak bar oil. As an alternative you can use canola oil which is environmentally friendly, biodegradable, and doesn't stain as badly as bar and chain oil.
@pro1er great suggestion!! Thank you for sharing.
I had some canola oil lying around and tried that. It does work pretty well!
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Fantastic review and great demonstration of the use of the product. Thanks.
@VioletJ1000 thank you for your kind comments!! You are very welcome.
Great review. I noticed the same cons too.
Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for your review.
Sophia you are very welcome!!
I got one of these about a year ago, after I got a Ryobi 12" chainsaw- that one does have a better size oil reservoir. I thought I could just get out my 8 ft ladder- oops! My pole saw worked ok, and as with yours, ran low on oil quickly- and maybe, that is why the smaller battery was included? Some of the smaller batteries do have meters, but for the price, l prefer 4aH or higher; I used a 4aH, and next time, I will use the smaller size. But now, I am worried that my poles have become weaker due to the rivets as well? And, I also found that the strap was not useful w/this pole saw, but it might do well with the 1 gallon chemical sprayer? I also have Ridgid tools, all corded tools, and love those: hammer drill, screw shooter, 10" table saw, and two 1/4 sheet sanders; but all of my cordless tools are Ryobi, most of them purchased on sale. Great review- thanks!
Max you are very welcome.
learned alot from this video, i'll let you know what my experience is tomorrow.
Lena I’m glad it was helpful.