I'm glad to hear the video helped you out. For the size, it does the job and at a fraction of the cost of other companies like Makita or Dewalt. No one needs a fast saw. All you need is a saw that can cut safely and easily. This saw does both of those tasks and fits someone's budget if they don't want to use an axe or bow saw.
Thanks for the video! This was exactly the information I was looking for before I made this purchase as a first time chainsaw buyer - I appreciate the emphasis on safety.
Came back to follow up here I’ve made over 7500$ cutting miscellaneous trees down for a major transportation company and this saw has down a majority of the work except I had to bust out the 18” two stroke to clear base of trees. This saw kicks ass very efficient on battery life as well
The performance is amazing with this small saw. We take it camping alk the time. We always use the 9 amp hour batteries in it and that thing just goes like crazy. It never bogs down or binds up. It's definitely a gem of a tool.
One thing is for sure, it's lightweight and easy on the shoulders and back without a pull start. I am not a big fan of electric yard tools taking over for gas, but if the playing field becomes affordable for average joes then I may jump in for more electric outdoor power equipment. Thanks for watching the video.
Thank You for the compliment. I think I may upgrade to a Ryobi chainsaw that has an automatic oiler in the future. The manual button is kind of a pain when working.
I have the ryobi 40v for home use and it's great. I want this JUST for camping. The manual oiler is a bummer, but at least maybe it won't drip like alllll the other ryobi ones do...
This chainsaw does leak some oil as well. It seems like that's just the nature of chainsaws I guess🤷♂️ I'm planning on investing in the 40 volt line in the near future. I think my first purchase will be the larger chainsaw. Thanks for the comment and for stopping in.
So a tree fell down and I went to use my Stilh gas chain saw. Of course it did not start after sitting a for a few years. I got my small 10 inch battery powered chain saw and cut the fallen tree into movable pieces. Used two batteries and about a couple of years of cutting . Did the job. I think I will but a bigger battery power chainsaw for the future.
I'm really thinking of upgrading to a 40 volt chainsaw just for the longer blade. Yes, this saw has been a workhorse for everything I threw at it so far, but I wouldn't mind a bigger cutting width for bigger trees. Thanks for watching and for commenting.
As I do appreciate you pointing out that the demonstration starts at the 7 minute mark, missing some of the specifications for this tool might mislead people into thinking this saw is or is not for them. All that I ask is that please don't skip past the details of the tool or you may miss something important.
I just used the saw last week to cut a 4x4 for a project. I really love the fact it's lightweight enough to do small jobs like that but sturdy enough for some tougher jobs. The only drawback is the chain oiling system. I'm not a fan of that primer pump idea, but I think I may invest into the 40 volt line for some larger work. Thanks for the comment and for stopping by.
Great interesting video. I've just bought the 12" version which does have the chain lock safety handle and a tool-less tensioning facility. It also has automatic chain oiling but the reservoir is quite small. Unlike yours though, the battery is the other way around so a quick check on remaining power isn't as easy. Cheers, from Sheffield in the UK.
I was wondering what the bigger size saws offered. Thanks for that knowledge. I really like this 10 inch saw for the compact size. I may upgrade to the 40 volt line at a later date if I find myself using the saw more than I do right now. Thanks for watching the video as well.
I had some tree limbs fell in my backyard not astute on chainsaws would recommend this for an inexperienced female needing to cut tree limb in the backyard thanks
I have to agree. It is lightweight and easy to handle. Just please be safe when using any power tool. Just because its electric doesn't mean it can not hurt you. I see videos all the time of people getting arrogant with these tools and really hurting themselves and others. I always worry about inexperienced individuals using power equipment. Always be on high alert and never use a tool for anything more than what it's intended for. Thanks for your comment and for watching the video.
I always oil the chain before I run the saw. The saw, unfortunately, does leak some oil when left stationary, so there will be a bit of oil on the chain, but it's good practice to give it a few pumps when starting. I use the motto that it's better to have extra than to have none at all. I hope that answers your question.
@@officialshadetreeamerica even the 6aH for me. Granted, we probably have completely different wood compared to each other but for the wood I used it on, it was fine. And it was wet as well.
I totally agree, but with today's society, you kinda have to reiterate common sense at times or you end up on the bad end of a lawsuit. Thanks for watching. I hope the video helped you out.
There are many different variables that come into play when using the oiler. Normally, I press the oiler after 3 smaller cuts, but it comes down to the sharpness of the chain, density of the wood you are cutting, how big of an item you are cutting, and how hard you are pushing the saw. One thing to remember is that you can't damage the chain, bar, or the saw with too much oil. I hope that answers your question. I know it's not a definite, cut in stone answer, but not knowing all the circumstances of what you are doing, it is the best I can do.
@@officialshadetreeamerica we have about 25 trees that line one fence in the backyard that split during the last big snowstorm. (I’m in Michigan, but I got super sick, had an extended hospitalization, just now feeling like I can start doing stuff again). Neighbor is complaining about the trees, even though they’re not hanging into his yard (opposite side of the yard neighbor, so not lining the fence between his property and mine). They’re between 2-3 stories tall. I’ve been going at them with a hand axe, but I feel like it’s taken me forever. Biggest tree girth is like 4-5 inches. This is my first chainsaw, never used one before. Hoping to get everything done next weekend.
Mine leaks as well. I started to empty the oil tank after each use and bought a case to put the saw in for storage. I'm not sure why it is leaking, but by what I hear, this is a common occurrence. I hope this helps you out with your saw issues.
@@MysMystery13 It appears to be leaking out of the chain oiler hole by what I can tell. The oiler hole is under the piece that holds the bar in place on the side. I just empty the tank after each use and place it in a case when I am done.
@@officialshadetreeamerica thanks. Reas the manual after opening my box, it stated it does leak. Suggested dump out oil when nit in use. Appreciate your getting back to me and fir the video. Much love ❤️
@@MysMystery13 Store it with the reservoir half full, (40% even better), and the oil level will be below the oil outlet. Even better to let it sit nose-up a little. You should be good.
I wouldn't recommend any chainsaw be operated one handed unless it's made for that purpose. The risk of a kickback is heightened when a person doesn't have total control of any saw. With that disclaimer out of the way, No this saw it too powerful to run one handed. It would kick back easily. It may only be an 18 volt motor powering the saw, but it is a powerful saw. I hope that answered your question. I didn't mean to make an overcomplicated answer to your question, I had to make sure that I make clear the safety aspect of the tool so nothing comes back onto me legally. Have a great day👋
Unfortunately there's no extra power with those HP+ batteries from Ryobi. You get extra runtime. Absolutely. But no actual extra power. That's just marketing hype. I standardized on Ryobi's 18v. platform quite awhile back. There's literally no reason to get the HP+ batteries. Especially since one of those costs about $20 more than getting a two-pack of the non-HP+ Ryobi batteries. And two of those batteries will still have more runtime combined than one HP+ battery on its own. And again, the two are going to be around $20 cheaper than the one.
It was a basic 4 amp hour lithium battery you get during Ryobi Days. I actually never tried an Lithium HP+ battery in the saw yet🤔 I guess that's a video for later. Great question.
@@officialshadetreeamerica I use the HP battery. Main difference is you can use a lighter battery and still get decent number of cuts. I didn't see any power bump.
I have not tried it yet. I do have a question for you about that. Does the 9 Amp hour battery make it harder to handle with the extra weight off to the one side? I have been asked about doing that as a test yet unfortunately I have not had the time to try it for myself. Thanks for the comment and for stopping by!
I think when they designed the saw, it was intended to be a saw to cut up small pieces of wood that were already downed. It's not going to take down a large oak tree, but it will delimb one after it has been dropped. I have been using this saw since the video was made and find it easy to use for small jobs and use my large Husqvarna saw for large jobs where you need all the power you can get. If you are looking for a battery-operated saw with the horizontal handle, check out Ryobi's other saws in the 40 volt line. Those sound like they are more suited for the work you are going to do with a saw.
They should fix the handles on the 18v saws. I have no interest in another voltage line from them. If I want a pro quality electric saw I’ll probably buy Stihl like my gas saws.
Unfortunately I didn't have a vise or some other way to cut the wood for demonstration so I used my foot and a wet railroad tie. As with all tools, safety is key. I was not worried about the saw cutting me as I had thick pants and steel toe boots on for safety. Great observation on that. I totally forgot about that happening. Have a good one.
I had a friend that cut his thigh before with a chainsaw. He never touched a chainsaw before, thought it was a great idea to buy the biggest Husqvarna saw available and then started a tree cutting business. The saw kicked back and got him. Needless to say, the business ended after the first job. So far, this chainsaw has done well if you are looking into a small saw. I think I might be investing into the 40 Volt chainsaw for bigger jobs later down the road. If I do, I will have a video out on that as well. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I have used the saw to cut 4x4s without an issue before along with some oak logs. These saws are not made to cut down large trees. They are made more for small brush clearing and delimbing trees. If you use the tool beyond its means then it will perform like junk. It's the same as using 1 inch straps to hold a vehicle to a trailer. It's just common sense to not work anything beyond its intended purposes.
Only if you don't have one then you say that. I finally open up my after purchased it for 3 years for hurricane Fiona to cut my neighbor's fallen tree limb ( approximately 30 feet long) onto my yard with the minimum thickness of 1" to 18"+ inches. Took my sin and I in I 3/4 hr cutting it into 4 ft length pile. Saving the time ⏳and money 💰 just to wait for the so called pros at extremely high demand after the hurricane. I laughed out loud all the way to the bank. Cut it into small sections like cutting cheesecake. No jamming or stalling.
Like I said in the video it's not for large trees. It's for small limbs. Using the tool beyond its intended limits will produce poor results. That is something to keep in mind when buying tools in general.
I have the 8 in version.
Got this chainsaw today. I appreciate your review. It was very helpful. Thanks.
I'm glad to hear the video helped you out. For the size, it does the job and at a fraction of the cost of other companies like Makita or Dewalt.
No one needs a fast saw. All you need is a saw that can cut safely and easily. This saw does both of those tasks and fits someone's budget if they don't want to use an axe or bow saw.
Thanks for a very informative review. Keep up the great work!
Thank you for the compliments. The saw is not bad. It's a bummer that the saw doesn't automatically oil the chain, but still gets the job done.
You had me at "my wife got me something 10 inch"
🤣🤣 Oh my! That's a good one👍
Great Helpful video. Thank You for all the Safery information and Precautions 😊
Thanks for the compliments and for watching👍
Thanks for the video! This was exactly the information I was looking for before I made this purchase as a first time chainsaw buyer - I appreciate the emphasis on safety.
Glad to hear my video helped you out
Came back to follow up here I’ve made over 7500$ cutting miscellaneous trees down for a major transportation company and this saw has down a majority of the work except I had to bust out the 18” two stroke to clear base of trees. This saw kicks ass very efficient on battery life as well
The performance is amazing with this small saw. We take it camping alk the time. We always use the 9 amp hour batteries in it and that thing just goes like crazy. It never bogs down or binds up. It's definitely a gem of a tool.
I have used my father-in-law's saw a few times and it seems to work very well. I use it to cut down larger pieces of firewood.
One thing is for sure, it's lightweight and easy on the shoulders and back without a pull start. I am not a big fan of electric yard tools taking over for gas, but if the playing field becomes affordable for average joes then I may jump in for more electric outdoor power equipment. Thanks for watching the video.
Very helpful
Job well done sir.
Thank You for the compliment. I think I may upgrade to a Ryobi chainsaw that has an automatic oiler in the future. The manual button is kind of a pain when working.
I have the ryobi 40v for home use and it's great. I want this JUST for camping. The manual oiler is a bummer, but at least maybe it won't drip like alllll the other ryobi ones do...
This chainsaw does leak some oil as well. It seems like that's just the nature of chainsaws I guess🤷♂️
I'm planning on investing in the 40 volt line in the near future. I think my first purchase will be the larger chainsaw. Thanks for the comment and for stopping in.
mine dripped out a little at first, but has stopped for some reason.
So a tree fell down and I went to use my Stilh gas chain saw. Of course it did not start after sitting a for a few years. I got my small 10 inch battery powered chain saw and cut the fallen tree into movable pieces. Used two batteries and about a couple of years of cutting . Did the job. I think I will but a bigger battery power chainsaw for the future.
I'm really thinking of upgrading to a 40 volt chainsaw just for the longer blade. Yes, this saw has been a workhorse for everything I threw at it so far, but I wouldn't mind a bigger cutting width for bigger trees.
Thanks for watching and for commenting.
Review starts around 7 minutes yall
As I do appreciate you pointing out that the demonstration starts at the 7 minute mark, missing some of the specifications for this tool might mislead people into thinking this saw is or is not for them. All that I ask is that please don't skip past the details of the tool or you may miss something important.
Its a pretty good saw I used it today to cut up a fallen palm tree.
I just used the saw last week to cut a 4x4 for a project. I really love the fact it's lightweight enough to do small jobs like that but sturdy enough for some tougher jobs. The only drawback is the chain oiling system. I'm not a fan of that primer pump idea, but I think I may invest into the 40 volt line for some larger work.
Thanks for the comment and for stopping by.
Thank you so much
Not a problem at all👍
Great interesting video.
I've just bought the 12" version which does have the chain lock safety handle and a tool-less tensioning facility.
It also has automatic chain oiling but the reservoir is quite small.
Unlike yours though, the battery is the other way around so a quick check on remaining power isn't as easy.
Cheers, from Sheffield in the UK.
I was wondering what the bigger size saws offered. Thanks for that knowledge. I really like this 10 inch saw for the compact size. I may upgrade to the 40 volt line at a later date if I find myself using the saw more than I do right now. Thanks for watching the video as well.
It’s a great tool for delimbing
I have to agree. The fact that it's small and balanced makes it a great tool to have in your arsenal.
Thanks for watching and for commenting.
I had some tree limbs fell in my backyard not astute on chainsaws would recommend this for an inexperienced female needing to cut tree limb in the backyard thanks
I have to agree. It is lightweight and easy to handle. Just please be safe when using any power tool. Just because its electric doesn't mean it can not hurt you. I see videos all the time of people getting arrogant with these tools and really hurting themselves and others. I always worry about inexperienced individuals using power equipment. Always be on high alert and never use a tool for anything more than what it's intended for. Thanks for your comment and for watching the video.
Made quick work😮
I was surprised as well. It really does well on treated 4x4s as well.
Thanks for watching
Do you have to oil before 1st use or is it ready to go?
I always oil the chain before I run the saw. The saw, unfortunately, does leak some oil when left stationary, so there will be a bit of oil on the chain, but it's good practice to give it a few pumps when starting. I use the motto that it's better to have extra than to have none at all.
I hope that answers your question.
@@officialshadetreeamerica OK, thanks.
Funny thing is, I’ve been able to cut a 14” log with a full 14” bar and it worked well
Was that with this saw? If it was, then I'm upgrading it asap.
@@officialshadetreeamerica if my eyes aren’t deceiving me, it’s the same saw. Using a powercare 14” bar. Could do the Oregon bar as well.
Oh, I'm definitely giving it a try now! The saw feels like it could handle a bigger chain, especially with a 9 Amp Hour battery.
@@officialshadetreeamerica even the 6aH for me. Granted, we probably have completely different wood compared to each other but for the wood I used it on, it was fine. And it was wet as well.
@@officialshadetreeamerica also, u cant push it as hard as the normal 10” bar but it worked fine.
Yooper?
It's a chainsaw! If you need to be told to be careful with it you have no business buying it!
That said, thanks for the review.
I totally agree, but with today's society, you kinda have to reiterate common sense at times or you end up on the bad end of a lawsuit.
Thanks for watching. I hope the video helped you out.
What kind of oil did you use?
I was using Stihl bar and chain oil. Good Question, i do my best to use quality oil so it doesn't clog the passages and cause the blade to heat up.
How often should you push the oil button?
There are many different variables that come into play when using the oiler. Normally, I press the oiler after 3 smaller cuts, but it comes down to the sharpness of the chain, density of the wood you are cutting, how big of an item you are cutting, and how hard you are pushing the saw. One thing to remember is that you can't damage the chain, bar, or the saw with too much oil.
I hope that answers your question. I know it's not a definite, cut in stone answer, but not knowing all the circumstances of what you are doing, it is the best I can do.
@@officialshadetreeamerica we have about 25 trees that line one fence in the backyard that split during the last big snowstorm. (I’m in Michigan, but I got super sick, had an extended hospitalization, just now feeling like I can start doing stuff again). Neighbor is complaining about the trees, even though they’re not hanging into his yard (opposite side of the yard neighbor, so not lining the fence between his property and mine). They’re between 2-3 stories tall. I’ve been going at them with a hand axe, but I feel like it’s taken me forever. Biggest tree girth is like 4-5 inches.
This is my first chainsaw, never used one before. Hoping to get everything done next weekend.
What did you do to prevent the oil leak mine leaks while it's stored away
Mine leaks as well. I started to empty the oil tank after each use and bought a case to put the saw in for storage. I'm not sure why it is leaking, but by what I hear, this is a common occurrence.
I hope this helps you out with your saw issues.
@@officialshadetreeamericawhere's it leaking from?
@@MysMystery13 It appears to be leaking out of the chain oiler hole by what I can tell. The oiler hole is under the piece that holds the bar in place on the side. I just empty the tank after each use and place it in a case when I am done.
@@officialshadetreeamerica thanks. Reas the manual after opening my box, it stated it does leak. Suggested dump out oil when nit in use.
Appreciate your getting back to me and fir the video. Much love ❤️
@@MysMystery13 Store it with the reservoir half full, (40% even better), and the oil level will be below the oil outlet. Even better to let it sit nose-up a little. You should be good.
Can it be used with one hand ?
I wouldn't recommend any chainsaw be operated one handed unless it's made for that purpose. The risk of a kickback is heightened when a person doesn't have total control of any saw.
With that disclaimer out of the way, No this saw it too powerful to run one handed. It would kick back easily. It may only be an 18 volt motor powering the saw, but it is a powerful saw.
I hope that answered your question. I didn't mean to make an overcomplicated answer to your question, I had to make sure that I make clear the safety aspect of the tool so nothing comes back onto me legally.
Have a great day👋
Unfortunately there's no extra power with those HP+ batteries from Ryobi.
You get extra runtime. Absolutely. But no actual extra power. That's just marketing hype.
I standardized on Ryobi's 18v. platform quite awhile back. There's literally no reason to get the HP+ batteries. Especially since one of those costs about $20 more than getting a two-pack of the non-HP+ Ryobi batteries. And two of those batteries will still have more runtime combined than one HP+ battery on its own. And again, the two are going to be around $20 cheaper than the one.
Did you use an “HP” battery?
It was a basic 4 amp hour lithium battery you get during Ryobi Days. I actually never tried an Lithium HP+ battery in the saw yet🤔
I guess that's a video for later. Great question.
@@officialshadetreeamerica thanks for the reply. I wonder if there is any noticeable change with “HP” batteries.
@@spoton5981 I am not sure but I will try it sometime and let you know.
@@officialshadetreeamerica I use the HP battery. Main difference is you can use a lighter battery and still get decent number of cuts. I didn't see any power bump.
I put the 9.0 ah in this puppy for extra punch and longer use.
I have not tried it yet. I do have a question for you about that. Does the 9 Amp hour battery make it harder to handle with the extra weight off to the one side?
I have been asked about doing that as a test yet unfortunately I have not had the time to try it for myself.
Thanks for the comment and for stopping by!
Sorry to correct you but a 9ah battery does not give more power. It just lasts longer.
That is true for some tools like a light or fan, but for some items like an impact wrench or a saw, it really does give an extra punch.
The front handle doesn’t go down the side so horizontal cuts are awkward or require you to switch hands. Deal breaker!
I think when they designed the saw, it was intended to be a saw to cut up small pieces of wood that were already downed. It's not going to take down a large oak tree, but it will delimb one after it has been dropped.
I have been using this saw since the video was made and find it easy to use for small jobs and use my large Husqvarna saw for large jobs where you need all the power you can get.
If you are looking for a battery-operated saw with the horizontal handle, check out Ryobi's other saws in the 40 volt line. Those sound like they are more suited for the work you are going to do with a saw.
They should fix the handles on the 18v saws. I have no interest in another voltage line from them. If I want a pro quality electric saw I’ll probably buy Stihl like my gas saws.
oh brother, you sure like to hear yourself talk.
I make sure I put out all the facts and do my best to clarify any possible questions that might be asked.
Dam u almost fell There
Unfortunately I didn't have a vise or some other way to cut the wood for demonstration so I used my foot and a wet railroad tie. As with all tools, safety is key. I was not worried about the saw cutting me as I had thick pants and steel toe boots on for safety.
Great observation on that. I totally forgot about that happening. Have a good one.
Be SAFE. I chainsawed my own hand because I was being an idiot and in a hurry.
I had a friend that cut his thigh before with a chainsaw. He never touched a chainsaw before, thought it was a great idea to buy the biggest Husqvarna saw available and then started a tree cutting business. The saw kicked back and got him. Needless to say, the business ended after the first job.
So far, this chainsaw has done well if you are looking into a small saw. I think I might be investing into the 40 Volt chainsaw for bigger jobs later down the road. If I do, I will have a video out on that as well.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Only good for cutting down broom sticks.
I have used the saw to cut 4x4s without an issue before along with some oak logs. These saws are not made to cut down large trees. They are made more for small brush clearing and delimbing trees. If you use the tool beyond its means then it will perform like junk. It's the same as using 1 inch straps to hold a vehicle to a trailer. It's just common sense to not work anything beyond its intended purposes.
@@officialshadetreeamerica
Yes! It's like comparing butter knife vs steak knife. Sometimes, overkill is well worth it than under powered.
Only if you don't have one then you say that.
I finally open up my after purchased it for 3 years for hurricane Fiona to cut my neighbor's fallen tree limb ( approximately 30 feet long) onto my yard with the minimum thickness of 1" to 18"+ inches.
Took my sin and I in I 3/4 hr cutting it into 4 ft length pile.
Saving the time ⏳and money 💰 just to wait for the so called pros at extremely high demand after the hurricane.
I laughed out loud all the way to the bank.
Cut it into small sections like cutting cheesecake.
No jamming or stalling.
Junk
Like I said in the video it's not for large trees. It's for small limbs. Using the tool beyond its intended limits will produce poor results. That is something to keep in mind when buying tools in general.