EGO Power+ PS1001 10" Telescopic Pole Saw Review (2026)
By Nate Sawyer, Editor · Updated July 2026
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- Homeowner
- High branches
- Cordless
Per specs and owner feedback, EGO's PS1001 is a premium 56V telescopic pole saw whose 10-inch bar and carbon-fiber shaft reach ~13 ft (17 ft with the extension) cord-free. It costs more than a corded pole saw and handles limbing only. Falling limbs are the hazard, so wear a helmet with face shield and stay clear of the drop zone and power lines.
Pros
- Cordless 56V power with ~100 cuts per charge lets you roam the whole yard freely
- Lightweight carbon-fiber telescoping shaft reaches ~13 ft (17 ft with the extension pole)
- LED cut-line indicator and smooth chain speed make accurate overhead cuts easier
Cons
- Premium price, especially versus a corded pole saw doing similar work
- 10-inch bar and pole format are for limbing only, not felling trunks
- Cutting overhead sends limbs and debris falling — wear a helmet with face shield and stand clear of the drop zone, well away from power lines
Specifications
| Power | 56V battery (2.5Ah kit) |
|---|---|
| Bar | 10 in |
| Cut capacity | Branches up to ~8 in |
| Reach | Up to ~13 ft (17 ft with extension) |
| Weight | ~14 lb with battery, carbon-fiber shaft |
| Best for | Cord-free overhead limbing across a whole yard |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How high can the EGO pole saw reach?
- About 13 ft, or 17 ft with the extension pole, on a carbon-fiber telescoping shaft. That covers most residential limbing without a ladder, which is the whole point.
- Can a pole saw fell a tree?
- No. A 10 in bar in pole format is for limbing only, not felling trunks. Using it that way puts you under the cut, which is exactly the wrong place to be.
- What safety precautions matter for overhead cutting?
- Limbs and debris fall as you cut, so a helmet with face shield is essential and you must stand clear of the drop zone. Keep well away from power lines — a conductive pole near a live line is a fatal combination.