I watched this on my phone standing in Harbor Freight today in Texas, and purchased it right then and there. Very impressive device and a great review . Thanks so much and just subscribed.
Great video thx! I just bought the 80v version today and it cuts great. Very happy with it. The only annoying thing is the bar chain oil reservoir level indicator is useless. You can’t see anything through that white plastic. They should have made it clear. I have to take off the cap to see how much oil is in it. Other than that it’s awesome.
I love my Kobalt Pole Saw - 80-volt - 5-ah battery - 10" Bar - 6 ft / 8ft foot Pole Saw. No cable. Using an Oregon Bar and Chain. I have been using it for more than 3 years now. It works great on my southeast Louisiana farm clearing property that a hurricane went through and trashed all the trees in the woods of our 20-acre farm. I carry it all over our woods and the battery lasts a long time. Today I'll be cutting a 6-inch limb off of a tree out front.
Thank youuu I just purchased this in 2021 and have difficulty getting contractors so had to DIY. UA-cam fingers crossed haha I’m hoping I can get the extension part back out lol
Mastering Mayhem - Thanks for this video. I've been thinking about getting one of these Atlas pole saws and your video is very informative. A friend of mine who owns a LOT of land has an older model of this saw that he uses all the time to clear trails through the woods and he loves it. He did suggest buying the extended warranty just in case anything goes wrong, but he hasn't had any problems with his saw. After seeing your video I think I'll buy one of my own.
@@MasteringMayhem Agreed. Thank you again for all of your great tips on this pole saw. I look forward to getting one. It will save me LOTS of time and work.
@@MasteringMayhem DO NOT BUY THIS GARBAGE,,, I GOT USELESS BATTERIES IN 1O MONTHS,,, SPEND ALMOST 7OO HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR NOTHING 😢 MOWER , WEED EATER , CHARGERS AND TWO STUPID BATTERIES,,, WORTHLESS,,, PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS ATLAS THRASH,,, GOOD VIDEO THOUGH
I will love to see more videos on the entire line of ATLAS tools along with the maintenance. I have both an 80V Lithium-Ion Cordless 16 In. Brushless String Trimmer and 80V Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless 21 In. Self-Propelled Lawn. I use 80v 2.5 Ah 40v 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery with a 40v And 80v Dual Voltage Rapid Battery Charger.
I’ll see what I can do. The next tool I wanted to get by ATLAS is their 80V leaf blower. I will do reviews on these as soon as I can, it may be a little while though. I was thinking about doing a video on how to change out the string in the trimmer and how to maintain the chain on the 10” pole saw. What do you think? For starters anyway.
@@MasteringMayhem That will be great for starters. I also love the gas vs electric comparison too, this helps me and my circle of lawn enthusiasts decide which tools to use for the job. Love the channel!
Excellent review. I know this was done 2 years ago. But, which is best for overgrown shrubs and overgrown arbor vitae trees, the cordless pole saw or the cordless hedge trimmer (for the extra length I’ll likely need)?
I have this saw and it works very fine. The problem I have is that it leaks oil from the oil filler cap and it's not the threads but the tiny breather hole in the center cap. They sent me a new cap and it does it too. I went to the store and they told me that it's not a problem and to live with it?
Great video. I have the pole saw already but wonder if anyone has used the hedge trimmer attachment? I want to replace my 30 year old Ryobi gas unit and this attachment looks promising. No gas mixing either
What about chain oil?is it automatic or manual, also seems like you have the chain too tight,should have some play in it .yours don't. and u should say something quick about how its adjusted and last ,it seems as though the chain teeth are uneven due to how the saw is bouncing around while you were cutting the 10" log.
Can you review other atlas tools. I met this home depot guy at tools department & he told me that atlas hired some engineers from Milwaukee. According to him the atlas tools he has bought are solid, quality and power.
I heard from on one of the reviews that getting the battery with a cheaper tool then, getting the extended warranty was a way to go. Because covering the expensive battery was the concern. However, buyer beware, the associate at my local HF said the batteries are not covered by any extended warranties. 90 day on it is all you get. Now, can you live with that?
Batteries only get the 90 day warranty. I've heard it uses samsung cells. Batteries are 110 normal price (compare other brands). I can't speak past their 90 days but my two lynxx batteries have lasted for over 3 yrs
After the chain stretches to its maximum the chain stays on unless you try to cut a brush pile consisting of small and large branches accompanied by vines. Don’t ask me how I know. The rpm’s and power are great and I am totally satisfied with my purchase!
I love this saw too but I’ve noticed mine will stop sometimes mid cut. I’ll wait a second and restart and it runs fine. Any ideas? I thought for sure yours would do that on the 10” log but it chugged through it.
How long have you had it? Maybe some maintenance needs to be done, if you haven’t done it in a while? Not saying you haven’t. Sometimes the tools have an overheating safety function that kicks in, so it may be that? The only other thing I can think of is check and make sure chain is oiled. That’s all I have.
Mastering Mayhem used it for the first time today. Cut branches using a full brand new battery and the thicker, harder ones is where it would occasionally stop. It was full of oil too. I’ll go out, clean it and check chain tensioner as well. I’ll be using it on a big tree trimming project at my moms this weekend and we’ll see how it goes. If it does it regularly I may take it back. Hoping not though, it’s a great saw other than that.
@@joshhaas2410 Oh, brand new huh? Maybe adjust the chain, it might be too tight. That’s interesting that it’s doing that though. I haven’t had any issues yet.
Trimmed more today and it was stopping like crazy. Called Harbor Freight support and long story short they said return it. Exchanged it and so far so good with the new one. Must have been a bad one.
No one asked about the 24 inch extension piece. It is not sold online or in either store near me with the extension and that was the thing I liked about it most. Is there any chance you can help us find this pole saw with the extension. Both store managers I talked to said that you probably fabricated it because it is not for sale through Harbor Freight. Of course yours looks to be manufactured for the Atlas. Can anyone help me find the extension please?
I don’t recommend this, but after getting my adult daughter to pull on one end to help me get the two ends apart , I put a little of the pole saw oil in a cloth, slightly dampening the cloth and rubbed it inside of the exterior connecting pole. I didn’t want much oil contact because I didn’t want to affect the connection point. After doing this it is easy to separate the two poles.
matt viele So far i haven’t had any problems with it. I just tighten up the chain when it gets loose and make sure the oil for the chain doesn’t run dry and it is very reliable.
@@MasteringMayhem nice i get that but dang man that battery is more than the tool and idk if i can lay down that cash for HF quality tool VS like dewalt or other brands close in price
matt viele I hear you. It’s not an easy decision. Go with what you like best. Look into warranties and return policies too. I got it because I liked it but also because I wanted to make a review video on it.
TEN INCHES IS REALLY STRETCHING IT;S CUTTING ABILITY. EIGHT WOULD BE MORE REALISTIC. IT DOES SEEM LIKE A NICE SAW IF IT HOLD UP. FOR ALL YOU ROOKIES OUT THERE. WITH ANY CHAINSAW ALWAYS CRANK IT UP TO FULL POWER BEFORE STARTING YOUR CUT.
Exactly, one of those falling branches could knock you off of your ladder or when the weight of the saw is there suddenly after cutting thru the limb that was holding up some of the weight of the saw causes you to fall!
I watched this on my phone standing in Harbor Freight today in Texas, and purchased it right then and there. Very impressive device and a great review . Thanks so much and just subscribed.
Great video. I recently purchased the Atlas pole saw. I would like to see a video on the maintenance. Thank you.
Them flip flops 💀 😂. Still great video and I’m current using this as research help for buying a pole saw
Your a brave man cutting while we standing on a ladder
That pole saw can handle branches no problem. That battery is a brick beast 🙂
Totally Titus I love the saw and love the battery power and life! 🙂👍❤️
Just picked up the same polesaw after watching your video....I'll be trying it our tomorrow...I. for the video bro,Ron Smith Stockbridge Michigan
Defiantly helpful! Appreciate the the detailed review, thanks👍 .
Great review Thank-you. Also love your choice of foot wear while using a chain saw.
Well done video, Thanks heading to Harbor freight now to grab one
Wow I plan on getting one later for my lawn business :)
Great video thx! I just bought the 80v version today and it cuts great. Very happy with it. The only annoying thing is the bar chain oil reservoir level indicator is useless. You can’t see anything through that white plastic. They should have made it clear. I have to take off the cap to see how much oil is in it. Other than that it’s awesome.
I love my Kobalt Pole Saw - 80-volt - 5-ah battery - 10" Bar - 6 ft / 8ft foot Pole Saw. No cable. Using an Oregon Bar and Chain. I have been using it for more than 3 years now. It works great on my southeast Louisiana farm clearing property that a hurricane went through and trashed all the trees in the woods of our 20-acre farm. I carry it all over our woods and the battery lasts a long time. Today I'll be cutting a 6-inch limb off of a tree out front.
I can't believe that thing cut the log! Gotta get one for around the house, great video and review! 😁🍻🍻
It does the job and more 💪
I am planning the same for my house too especially at the tree line at the rear of our property that butts up to the woods
Well, once I saw it cut through the 10” log...I understood it’s power 💪💯
Innovation Junkie That was my “torture test.” 🙂 Thanks for watching.
Really good video , thanks for taking the time to show how good this pole saw is , well it’s off to harbor freight to go get me one . 😊
Thank youuu I just purchased this in 2021 and have difficulty getting contractors so had to DIY. UA-cam fingers crossed haha I’m hoping I can get the extension part back out lol
Just purchased the regular push mower & trimmer..excited to use it once my grass grows more :D
Can you please make a maintenance video?
If you have can you share link?
Great video!
Exceeds all of my expectations.
Mastering Mayhem - Thanks for this video. I've been thinking about getting one of these Atlas pole saws and your video is very informative. A friend of mine who owns a LOT of land has an older model of this saw that he uses all the time to clear trails through the woods and he loves it. He did suggest buying the extended warranty just in case anything goes wrong, but he hasn't had any problems with his saw. After seeing your video I think I'll buy one of my own.
I love it. I don’t think you will go wrong with the purchase. Lots of power good run time too.
@@MasteringMayhem Agreed. Thank you again for all of your great tips on this pole saw. I look forward to getting one. It will save me LOTS of time and work.
@@1notgilty You’re welcome. Thanks for supporting the channel 🙂✌️❤️
The baur pole saw is a little longer. I got the atlas tho for the blower. The baur blower would be wayyyyyyyyy to weak for my yard
@@MasteringMayhem DO NOT BUY THIS GARBAGE,,, I GOT USELESS BATTERIES IN 1O MONTHS,,, SPEND ALMOST 7OO HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR NOTHING 😢 MOWER , WEED EATER , CHARGERS AND TWO STUPID BATTERIES,,, WORTHLESS,,, PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS ATLAS THRASH,,, GOOD VIDEO THOUGH
Thank you for all demo really v nice pic thanks again
I will love to see more videos on the entire line of ATLAS tools along with the maintenance. I have both an 80V Lithium-Ion Cordless 16 In. Brushless String Trimmer and 80V Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless 21 In. Self-Propelled Lawn. I use 80v 2.5 Ah 40v 5.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery with a 40v And 80v Dual Voltage Rapid Battery Charger.
I’ll see what I can do. The next tool I wanted to get by ATLAS is their 80V leaf blower. I will do reviews on these as soon as I can, it may be a little while though. I was thinking about doing a video on how to change out the string in the trimmer and how to maintain the chain on the 10” pole saw. What do you think? For starters anyway.
@@MasteringMayhem That will be great for starters. I also love the gas vs electric comparison too, this helps me and my circle of lawn enthusiasts decide which tools to use for the job. Love the channel!
Nice job on the review. I'm subbed now. Keep em coming.
Thanks for your support and I’ll keep posting.
Great video. Did you take the chain off and soak it overnight before your first cut ?
Thanks.
Very good description, helpful
What kind of tree was that with the 10 inch diameter? If it was extremely hard like a hickory, for example, then I can understand why it took so long.
Excellent review. I know this was done 2 years ago. But, which is best for overgrown shrubs and overgrown arbor vitae trees, the cordless pole saw or the cordless hedge trimmer (for the extra length I’ll likely need)?
I have this saw and it works very fine. The problem I have is that it leaks oil from the oil filler cap and it's not the threads but the tiny breather hole in the center cap. They sent me a new cap and it does it too. I went to the store and they told me that it's not a problem and to live with it?
Great video. I have the pole saw already but wonder if anyone has used the hedge trimmer attachment? I want to replace my 30 year old Ryobi gas unit and this attachment looks promising. No gas mixing either
What about chain oil?is it automatic or manual, also seems like you have the chain too tight,should have some play in it .yours don't. and u should say something quick about how its adjusted and last ,it seems as though the chain teeth are uneven due to how the saw is bouncing around while you were cutting the 10" log.
Can you review other atlas tools. I met this home depot guy at tools department & he told me that atlas hired some engineers from Milwaukee. According to him the atlas tools he has bought are solid, quality and power.
I'm impressed.
I heard from on one of the reviews that getting the battery with a cheaper tool then, getting the extended warranty was a way to go. Because covering the expensive battery was the concern. However, buyer beware, the associate at my local HF said the batteries are not covered by any extended warranties. 90 day on it is all you get. Now, can you live with that?
Batteries only get the 90 day warranty. I've heard it uses samsung cells. Batteries are 110 normal price (compare other brands).
I can't speak past their 90 days but my two lynxx batteries have lasted for over 3 yrs
All batteries still going strong
Just purchased the Atlas 40V pole saw today. The chain runs backwards. What am I doing wrong?
Saw cuts great and has good power. Battery seems to last a long time. Had to stop and tighten the chain a couple times.
After the chain stretches to its maximum the chain stays on unless you try to cut a brush pile consisting of small and large branches accompanied by vines. Don’t ask me how I know. The rpm’s and power are great and I am totally satisfied with my purchase!
I love this saw too but I’ve noticed mine will stop sometimes mid cut. I’ll wait a second and restart and it runs fine. Any ideas? I thought for sure yours would do that on the 10” log but it chugged through it.
How long have you had it? Maybe some maintenance needs to be done, if you haven’t done it in a while? Not saying you haven’t. Sometimes the tools have an overheating safety function that kicks in, so it may be that? The only other thing I can think of is check and make sure chain is oiled. That’s all I have.
Mastering Mayhem used it for the first time today. Cut branches using a full brand new battery and the thicker, harder ones is where it would occasionally stop. It was full of oil too. I’ll go out, clean it and check chain tensioner as well. I’ll be using it on a big tree trimming project at my moms this weekend and we’ll see how it goes. If it does it regularly I may take it back. Hoping not though, it’s a great saw other than that.
@@joshhaas2410 Oh, brand new huh? Maybe adjust the chain, it might be too tight. That’s interesting that it’s doing that though. I haven’t had any issues yet.
Mastering Mayhem glad to hear. I’ll check tension and let ya know how Saturday goes.
Trimmed more today and it was stopping like crazy. Called Harbor Freight support and long story short they said return it. Exchanged it and so far so good with the new one. Must have been a bad one.
No one asked about the 24 inch extension piece. It is not sold online or in either store near me with the extension and that was the thing I liked about it most. Is there any chance you can help us find this pole saw with the extension. Both store managers I talked to said that you probably fabricated it because it is not for sale through Harbor Freight. Of course yours looks to be manufactured for the Atlas. Can anyone help me find the extension please?
That extension piece came with the purchase. Maybe they don’t include it anymore?
mine came with it 3 seperate poles
That is impressive for a battery operated saw. The cost alone is cheaper than calling someone to come and cut a few branches.
That work table looks nice. Can you do a video on that table :D
Looks like you already did! Found the video and watching now!
I just buy mine, we will see
Let me know what you think of it 🙂
It's time to replace the chain. I can't find anywhere on the web that sells a replacement. Does anyone know of an equivalent chain?
how to tighten the tension on Atlas polesaw
How do you get the extension piece loose?
I don’t recommend this, but after getting my adult daughter to pull on one end to help me get the two ends apart , I put a little of the pole saw oil in a cloth, slightly dampening the cloth and rubbed it inside of the exterior connecting pole. I didn’t want much oil contact because I didn’t want to affect the connection point. After doing this it is easy to separate the two poles.
I got this Saw no oil come out on the chain why?
Not sure. Could be defective? Or maybe clogged?
Does anybody know if this pole saw can link up to a Kobalt pole saw base?
that saw looks pretty good definitely better the ryobis but wonder how long it will all last
matt viele So far i haven’t had any problems with it. I just tighten up the chain when it gets loose and make sure the oil for the chain doesn’t run dry and it is very reliable.
@@MasteringMayhem nice i get that but dang man that battery is more than the tool and idk if i can lay down that cash for HF quality tool VS like dewalt or other brands close in price
matt viele I hear you. It’s not an easy decision. Go with what you like best. Look into warranties and return policies too. I got it because I liked it but also because I wanted to make a review video on it.
@@MasteringMayhem ok
I came here looking to see if I could find a comment from Adam Bird...no luck
You can be another extension by calling Harbor Freight for $38. Anyone tried this with a 2nd extension?
I may try it.
104db is... not quiet. it's extremely loud
TEN INCHES IS REALLY STRETCHING IT;S CUTTING ABILITY. EIGHT WOULD BE MORE REALISTIC. IT DOES SEEM LIKE A NICE SAW IF IT HOLD UP. FOR ALL YOU ROOKIES OUT THERE. WITH ANY CHAINSAW ALWAYS CRANK IT UP TO FULL POWER BEFORE STARTING YOUR CUT.
Instructions do not say what kind of oil to use. Comes with a small bottle of oil with no specs on it.
Please don’t use any chainsaw from a ladder
Exactly, one of those falling branches could knock you off of your ladder or when the weight of the saw is there suddenly after cutting thru the limb that was holding up some of the weight of the saw causes you to fall!
The editing cuts made me nauseated and I could only take about 5 minutes of this video and turned it off.
I appreciate the feedback. I’ll see what I can do to get better with the editing. 🙂✌️❤️
@@MasteringMayhem I thought the video quality was great, man!
Did you say it cut it with no problem???
Thats a oak tree to ,its a hard wood