The new EGO Pole Saw came out in 2023.
Its model number is PS1001 (with a battery) or PS1000 (bare tool). It is a big improvement on the previous EGO MPS1001 Pole Saw, which received a lot of bad reviews. If you already have batteries, the bare tool price isn’t bad!
The PS1000 is a stand-alone pole saw that is not compatible with the multi-head system or attachments. However, it is compatible with all of the EGO batteries.
Let’s examine the differences between the two models.
EGO PS1001 Telescopic Pole Saw
The new version is improved in these ways:
- It’s 10 lbs lighter
- It has a telescopic pole feature
- It has a carbon fiber shaft
- Faster 20 m/s chain speed
- Toolless chain tensioning
- Green LED light
- A smaller, sleeker design
- Smaller, lighter chain oil reservoir
To sum it up, the new version is a lot better.
The new saw is noticeably faster, smoother, and more professional. The new features make a big difference.
The carbon fiber shaft, for example, makes the tool stronger and lighter, making it easier to maneuver and use.
One of the biggest complaints about the old saw was that it was heavy, so this helps to solve that issue. Also, the telescopic pole is a fantastic feature. Telescopic poles are much easier to use compared to the versions where you break the pole saw apart to insert the attachment pole.
The PS1001/PS1000 has a toolless chain tensioning system, which is also a nice improvement and was already a feature of the EGO chainsaws. The old system wasn’t so bad because the scrench tool was quickly attached to the pole shaft, so this is more of a neutral improvement.
In our opinion, the LED light is a bit gimmicky. How often will you be outdoors in the dark, where this will make a difference?
The compact design of the new saw is excellent. This will help with some of the poor performance problems of the MPS1001.
MPS1001/1000 Verses PS1001/PS1000
| EGO | MPS1001 | PS1001 |
| Weight | 20 lbs (with battery) | 10 lbs (with battery) |
| Reach | 7 – 8 ft | 16 ft |
| Chain Speed | 15 m/s | 20 m/s |
| Material | Plastic | Carbon fiber |
| Cuts w/ 2.5 Ah | Up to 70 | Up to 100 |
| Price | Amazon: MPS1000 MPS1001 | Amazon: PS1000 PS1001 |
That’s a comparison of some of the pole saw specs.
The chain speed difference and maximum number of cuts also show noticeable improvements.
This is partly achieved through the new lighter-weight and sleeker design.
EGO shared:
The EGO POWER+ 10” Pole Saw introduces an industry-first LED Cut Line Indicator for more accurate cuts when working under dark, shaded canopies and low light conditions.
Its telescopic carbon fiber shaft extends for a total reach up to 16 feet while maintaining best-in-class weight up to 30 percent lighter than other pole saws.
Tool-free tensioning provides fast, precise chain tensioning so you can get back to work faster.
Another big difference is that the telescopic carbon fiber shaft has a lifetime warranty, compared to the previous model’s 5-year warranty.
As we shared in our post about where EGO products are made, EGO is committed to developing new and improved tools, and I think they’ve achieved that here.
PS1000 / PS1001 Pole Saw Reviews
Here are comments from the EGO Power Tool Users group about the PS1000/PS1001.
Rob said:
Just started using my new ego chainsaw and pole saw too. Very pleased so far.
I fill the oil about half way up in both tools and keep an eye on the oil levels during use. I also store both tools so the oil reservoir cap is up. No leaks.
Stephen said:
My only concern with the EGO telescoping Polesaw is that the motor is open to all the saw shavings and chain oil, etc.
I had the Skil 40 volt polesaw and, although it’s a great tool, I didn’t like the open motor design.
Have a look at the new PH1420 powerhead… it fits a lot of tools and the hedge trimmer extension is way better than the hand held.
Siim said:
The EGO telescopic pole saw PS1000 E is compact, light weight and powerful, so cutting branches from a height of 4-5 meters is now an enjoyable activity 😃
Lynley said:
The PS1000 is a stand alone pole saw. It has a telescopic carbon fiber pole, LED light to show where you are cutting, metal bucking spikes and a tool free chain tensioning system.
You can buy a 1 meter long extension pole to make its reach even longer. PS1000 has a reach up to 16ft. This is significantly more than the powerhead and attachment. It is 30% lighter than most power pole saws.
The powerhead multitools system is great and has its applications but if a high reach, lightweight, easy to use pole saw is your goal, I recommend the PS1000.
And, of course, you can read the reviews on Amazon.
EGO recommends emptying the oil tank after each use and running the saw for one minute to prevent seepage.
New EGO Pole Saw
One downside of the new EGO pole saw is that the replacement chains (here on Amazon) are expensive.
It’s safe to say that this new pole saw is significantly improved over the old version. We expect to see them in the EGO sales soon, but they’re well worth paying full price if you need one now.
Let us know your thoughts about the new EGO power tools being released in the comments below!
