I bought this chainsaw for a couple of reasons. First, I got tired of the maintenance for my gas saw and having to mix the duke for it when I really only need it once every couple of years or so. Second, I already own a blower and trimmer from Greenworks and have had great luck with them.
The saw worked better than I expected as I was using it to cut some hedge trees for firewood. The saw was able to do the task without any problems. As with anything that is battery powered, if you have a lot or work to do, make sure that you have extra batteries handy
Cuts through oak like butter. The battery lasts longer than I do and it recharges faster than me too. Customer service at Greenworks is great. (Be sure to check chain tension several times on first day of use.)
I was hesitant to buy a battery powered unit as I've always used gas chain saws. I've only used it twice so far. I am impressed with the power and the ease of handling the unit. Much lighter than my telescoping gas unit. Not too heavy and cut through 3" diameter branches very quickly. Haven't had a chance to evaluate battery life.
To be honest I was sceptical that this would be a powerful enough for the job I had of felling numerous trees. I am more than pleased with the performance and durability.
I bought this after using a standard Greenworks battery powered chainsaw for 2 years which worked great. I needed to reach some higher branches and found tree climbing and ladder use with a chainsaw not to be easy or safe. The pole saw allows access to branches up to some 12-13 ft above ground and cut 4-5” diameter branches safely, quickly and easily. The hedge trimmer also works very quickly on the top of 2 high bushes that front my house. It is a little heavy but with some practice and the support handle it can be manipulated by most people who can handle their standard chainsaw. I give it 5 stars and have been very happy with it. The lithium batteries have allowed well over 30 minutes of near continuous run time.