Reviewing the Dewalt 20V Pole Saw - Real-World Testing on the Farm!

In this video, Alex gives his first impressions of the DeWalt DCPS620 Cordless 20V pole saw. We have always used a manual pole saw and pole lopper for tree trimming around the farm, but this is a HUGE leap forward and is much easier and faster. If you're on the DeWalt battery system, and have more than a few trees to trim on your property, you'd be crazy not to have one! It retails for about $150, but will save you hours of time, hassle, sweat over a manual saw. Find a used one for cheap and snatch it up!
P.S. Alex learned a great audio lesson in this video - a tiny GoPro mic is terrible beyond arms length! Apologies for the quiet audio in a couple sections 🙁
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ABOUT US: We are Alex and Elaina, a couple in our 20s who are currently living on the 3-acre farm in southern Pennsylvania where Alex grew up. We have a garden, backyard chickens, and build or fix anything that we need to. We still work corporate day jobs, but are working to eventually leave the 9-5 lifestyle in favor of a self-built, debt-free, homestead on 6 acres nearby.
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[@bigchill1532]

Great review, thanks for sharing! Quick tip, make a small cut underneath the branch, then cut from the top, it'll help the branch fall cleanly without dangling and falling back towards you on most cuts.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Thank ya! Clearly it was my first time using a powered pole saw 😅 -Alex

[@chrisian20091974]

Totally agree. If you don’t make a small undercut you can strip the bark all the way down and really damage the tree

[@jontofte]

We live on an acreage with many trees. I used mine for the first time yesterday and it performed beyond my expectations.. Very simple to operate and I was impressed with how large of limbs it will take down. I found that once you set the bar on the limb and engage the motor it does all the work for you. Very easy to control. Agreed: something I like to spend money on is tools.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Glad to hear it worked well for you! I agree that the weight of the saw up high helps with cutting. Can't believe I ever cut down limbs with a manual polesaw, I'm breaking a sweat just thinking about it.. -Alex

[@mikeroark5570]

Thank you for the great review! This is exactly what I've been looking for to use at our property.

[@landscapingspecialist]

Also, yes having the motor on the cutting head is nice, but puts more weight out far which makes the saw more unwieldy. Also makes it less able to get into tight limb configurations. Stihl has the motor at the bottom. And the cutting head is slim enough to fit in tight areas.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

All good points, I'm sure for a pro-grade pole saw, Stihl is the winner.

[@landscapingspecialist]

@@MasonDixonAcres not saying Stihl is the best. Just noting some big differences. Some applications dewalt may be better. Some applications Stihl may make it easier. Just up to the operator preference for his/her use case.

[@Wolfriverccw]

I bought this DeWalt (my first) and you are so right about the weight at the top. Very hard to control after the limb is cut...especially if you are standing on a ladder and reaching! The Stihl was $400 and I paid $230 "on sale" for the DeWalt. But of course the Stihl is US-made!

[@jm8144]

Nice review, thanks. I believe you could add a bit of electrical tape around the secondary safety and remedy the inconvenience, yet still maintain the feature for future use.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

I like it! Haven’t popped mine out yet, I like your suggestion better

[@anthonykaiser974]

Or just adapt to it and maybe prevent a future injury because you defeated a safety feature. They didn't put that on there for no reason.

[@chickenhawk926]

Fantastic review and video production... Thank you! Looking at buying a pole saw and for me, its between the Dewalt and the Stihl HTA50. Both seem to be great saws with the main differences being cost and chain RPM. The Stihl has a slighly faster chain rotation which equates to quicker cuts, but the price is higher, roughly $100 more. The insight gleaned from your video has convinced me to purchase the Dewalt instead.

[@Wolfriverccw]

Very professional video and review. Be sure to make some cuts on the bottom of bigger limbs, then cut from the top toward the bottom cut so you don't "tear" the limb or get it stuck up there. Also, when the limb breaks, you can get the blade stuck and potentially damaged if it gets pinched. Husqvarna and Stihl both have a ton of very good videos on the use of chainsaws that everyone can learn from!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Thank you! Yes the bottom cut method is something I’ve learned from the comments on this video 😁

[@larrytaylor7487]

Great job on the video. Nice that you had so many trees and limbs to use for us(the viewers). I bought this pole saw a few weeks ago, have not used it yet, but now I feel like I have. :-)

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha thank you! I’m sure you will get some good use out of it eventually. -Alex

[@markr2297]

The "reverse cut" feature to "heal tree" is very unique. :)

[@MasonDixonAcres]

It’s a Dewalt exclusive!!

[@CaseySexton]

Just one more reason why Dewalt is better than Milwaukee, imo.

[@MrKillerRC]

Also, if you get the Dewalt DCPH820 pole hedge trimmer you can use the extension pole from the pole saw on the pole hedger.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Had no idea a pole hedge trimmer was even a thing. Thanks for that!

[@Nashrambler7]

Used one today doing major pruning, this saw is a ripper for sure.

[@mroberts566]

From an engineer, thumbs up for proper use of the term "moment arm"!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha one engineer to another!

[@mroberts566]

@@MasonDixonAcres 😂

[@landscapingspecialist]

I have the Milwaukee grease gun. And for as many zerks as we have, it is a big time and back saver. For the battery saws, we run Stihl HTA-85’s. Mostly because we already have a ton of Stihl chains, bars and spare parts.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

I've now broken in my Dewalt grease gun and absolutely love it! Never want to use a manual gun again.. just hit the trigger and boom you're done

[@BigBluMunkey]

Awesome review, short and engaging. Love it!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Much appreciated!

[@loveydovey4u]

Undercut before top cut on limbs over 2"

[@anthonykaiser974]

Amen! Do the trees and yourself a favor. Reduces the wound area.

[@giacomopasini_content]

Looks like you avoided a big whiplash on your back when the rope have broken! Nice video story. Love the real life storytelling!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bowlweevil4161]

I always make a small cut on bottom of limb before making top cut to keep bark from stripping down supporting limb. needs a sholder strap to help support good vid THANX!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Good tip!

[@dapperdingo]

My last name is Dixon. I had a room mate in the service in a 'two man' barracks room in Germany back in the 80's and his last name was 'Mason'. The name plaque on the outside of the door said ''Mason - Dixon''. His name being first as he was of a higher rank than me. Probably never has nor ever will happen anywhere like that again. Finding this video brought back the memory. Thanks!

[@dapperdingo]

I also originated from south east Pa. but long gone now.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

That's a really cool coincidence! We live right on the Mason Dixon Line, which inspired the channel name.

[@dapperdingo]

@@MasonDixonAcres It's a nice channel! Probably nice, warm and green there this morning also. 8 inches of snow here (50 miles west of Pueblo in Colorado) this morning so far with 28 degrees. I should move back to Pa.!

[@АндрейЗемлекопович-б8г]

Приятно посмотреть, как вы работаете качественным, оригинальным инструментом!

[@Exclusivepatg]

Thanks for the review! Going to pick one up today

[@Atu.890]

Bravo a vous pour cette superbe vidéo matériel solide et l'avantage de cette machine ses qu'on peut la démonté et la mettre dans une voiture sans aucun problème 👍

[@blackpackhomesteadchrisand7337]

I think it was a good investment. You will more than likely be using it again soon.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Yep it will definitely be used yearly, especially at the new property in the woods!

[@ottomarvin5611]

Thank you for the video I just got one. So I was hoping to see if it worked well before I used it.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

We really like it. Enjoy!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

If you got something from this review and decide you deserve a new pole saw, we'd greatly appreciate if you used our affiliate link at no extra cost! Thanks for your support 🙂 Pole Saw Link: amzn.to/3ZAtnLE

[@BullfrogBackyardFarm]

Nice, I got the hedge trimmer not even realizing you change the attachments. Definitely want the pole saw!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Do you know if the hedge trimmer will work with the same handle and extension? That would be pretty cool if so.

[@BullfrogBackyardFarm]

@@MasonDixonAcres I’m not 100% positive about that, the handle looks exactly the same and I’m pretty sure you can buy the attachments separately. I believe it’s pretty much the same as the Stihl one that has all the different interchangeable attachments.

[@MaisonDeFresh]

ive had the vaccum for years thinking about getting the pole saw for the tree next to my house!

[@michaelwolff9207]

I put three trees back together with the reverse mode

[@thescibsters2049]

Did it ever get pinch stuck? I just got mine and not sure what I’d do if it got “stuck”.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

As some others in the comments have suggested, make a small upcut on the bottom of the limb first, then cut down from the top. Even before learning this however, I never got pinch stuck. Usually pinching happens with logs on the ground or supported on both ends, while attached branches are only supported on one end.

[@darrelbiolo2596]

Great review 👍👍 also the grease gun is Awsome too I have one and it’s the best

[@watdahel]

I find I have to start the saw before I touch the branch I want to cut. If I start the saw with it touching the branch it seizes or doesn't have enough power to get started. Do you also observe this?

[@cryptomando]

Great review

[@libertyordeath1287]

Dewalt should be sending you a check. Good review and nice footage!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Hah I wish! Appreciate it!

[@jesusfrocha2689]

I’m getting one thanks for video my friend 🙏🏽

[@MasonDixonAcres]

No problem!

[@andyjones6361]

Great video Good luck with your goals. Keep them realistic and keep moving forward. Work hard and don’t get discouraged!! God bless

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Thanks so much for the positive words! That’s the plan, one baby step at a time 🙏🏼

[@g6wings]

Did you experience any issues storing the unit? My cap was on tight - but the bar oil reservoir emptied on my garage floor in a couple days - stand in the corner!?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Oh jeez never had any issues! I hang it on a nail in the wall using the branch hook, and it is in the upright position. I will say though, I have their regular 20V chainsaw and it does leak. I think the oiler might get stuck open if there's chips or dust built up in it, never looked into it. -Alex

[@davidhickenbottom6574]

Driving out the little pin,you should like me. Remember you have to clean up all that brush.

[@a787fxr]

Man that branch healing feature is worth the price alone. Great if you cut the wrong branch. Does that also recharge the battery? Plus I don't think any others offer that. !:- )

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha gotta throw a little Easter egg in there every now and then 😄

[@alanross3435]

Great review bro. I think I will be getting one for the family to use. Being a first responder, I would recommend at least eye protection! 👀

[@MasonDixonAcres]

It’s a super handy tool to have around when ya need it! And yes I agree, usually pretty good about it, not sure what i was thinking here. Just recently bought a bigger Echo saw to replace my old Stihl and at the same time got one of those helmet/ear muffs/face shield combos, I really like it for chainsaw work.

[@alanross3435]

Mason Dixon Acres, can't go wrong with the helmet combination, I've used mine for years!

[@Mike-xl8tj]

What I think would make this little saw better is if it was equipped with 1/4" pitch chain instead of the 3/8" LP pitch. Smoother cuts. The extra trigger lock ended up with a piece of tape holding it down.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Taping the extra trigger lock is definitely an easier solution than I suggested for the daredevils wishing to go that route. You're probably right about the chain

[@Mike-xl8tj]

@@MasonDixonAcres I have used a Stihl pole saw that uses 1/4" pitch chain. Way smoother cutting and it seems to use less power.

[@07Kimo07]

Can you buy another extension if you need more than 15 feet?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Yes, not directly through DeWalt but plenty of 3rd parties. However, I wouldn't recommend it. It will be super difficult to maneuver the saw up that high, and plus I haven't found a branch worth pruning outside the saw's normal reach.

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

Great review !

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Thanks 🙏🏼 -Alex

[@richardgreene5119]

Thanks for sharing, mate! ~~~IMPORTANT NOTICE!!! According to Dewalt Service Tech, "the pole saw (even brand new) MUST be stored horizontally with cap upright (cardboard piece under chain mechanism for extra protection) to prevent chain oil leakage. Otherwise, drain the chain oil if you're not willing to store in this recommended manner." I lost the entire oil reservoir twice upon 1st two usages because I stored it vertically in the box. Dewalt, IMO, should put this oil warning info in BOLD LETTERING under oil section of owner's manual. I had to call a Dewalt Service Center to get the skinny on this nugget of truth. p.s. DO NOT RIG THE TRIGGER...ANY FATHER OF YOUNG CHILDREN WOULD ADVISE AGAINST THAT!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Interesting, I have never heard it needed to be stored horizontally. That is a pain, it's much easier to hang on a nail on the wall. I never did mess with the trigger, not worth the hassle for the few times a year I have to use the saw.

[@jeffbailes7108]

Great video

[@LifebyDesign]

These are home tools for most people. Lots of safety's are great. As most of us have kids. Easily moddable tho if you're a single person or a pro.

[@stocksfield100]

Great thanks

[@lenoralenor5135]

How is(was) this 3 years from the first time you used it.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Still use it monthly and love it

[@David-bt9uk]

Great video does it come with battery and charger ??

[@MasonDixonAcres]

You can get it either with or without. If the model # ends in B it will be just the bare tool

[@Gristle111]

awesome saw

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Love it!

[@johnhabeck6153]

Did you ever get saw binding in a branch ?

[@alvinramosadante]

Watching here my friend.

[@gregkosinski2303]

If there’s one thing I love to spend money on, it’s multiple things.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

😂

[@tukkus2]

Outstanding

[@robertfagga7921]

Pro tip, make slight cut on bottom of branch first. This will eliminate the bark peeling as the branch comes off and alot of binding. Great video

[@MaxwellBenson80]

Cool tool!!

[@stephentaylor1030]

Maybe I missed this but, how's the battery life?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

5ah battery does great, many hours of use. I was done the job long before the battery was dead.

[@crossbow3539]

They need to offer more extension poles

[@MasonDixonAcres]

It would be really tough to balance with another extension, on the chance you need to trim a tree branch 30’ up you’re probably better off hiring someone lol

[@markbrisec3972]

I was really considering buying this pole saw for my business cause the price was great compared to other brand saws. The kit with 5Ah battery and charger is around 400€ here in Europe.. But ultimately I gave up on it because of 2 things. First is the fact that it isn't telescopic. In other words you have to screw in an extension rod and this is impractical and takes time. Also the reach, even with the extension rod is not impressive... The second important reason was the cutting power. It's abysmal. Chain speed is like 6 or 7m/sec which is terrible.. My Makita battery chainsaw, which is also 18V, has the 20m/sec chain speed. This means that DeWalt pole saw cuts slow and doesn't have power to cut 5-6" wood... You may ask why I didn't buy the Makita pole saw given that I already have their batteries and charger.. Well, the price. Makita pole saw (and they only have the twin 18V model) is 700€ bare tool. In the end I decided to buy the Oregon pole saw. The kit including 6Ah battery and charger was 500€ and the thing is a beast. I would recommend DeWalt to home owners that don't have to cat branches that are over 20 feet. Ultimately DeWalt pole saw is a disappointment since I thought DeWalt makes professional and commercial grade stuff. This pole saw is far from it..

[@carlosz114able]

Will any bar chain oil do or does it have to be specific for 8 inch chain ?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

any

[@adamUDavies]

Can you get the motor wet ? I need to trim branches around my pond

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Maybe a little splash or two but definitely not submerged or totally soaked

[@JSMachine1]

Will the battery from the 60V saw work in this?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Yes. The 60V batteries act like 20V batteries in a 20V tool, just with 3X the capacity

[@JSMachine1]

@@MasonDixonAcres got it. Picked up the tool last night and plan to use it today. Strange thing is I have a 20V drill as well It must not be flex though because my 60v battery will not fit it.

[@JoshuaSkibinski]

Turn volume up to hear you speak, turn it back down when loud music comes on…. Nice review, leave the music out next time or adjust the level down.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Sorry about that! Thanks for the feedback. We’ve since improved our audio quality/ used less music in our newer videos. Appreciate the feedback!

[@charlesbattle2685]

do you have your own wood chipper?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

We’ve been considering getting one powered by the tractor PTO. Might also just rent a big one for a day or two.. the mulch would be nice! -Alex

[@NoferTrunions]

#1 QUESTION: Can you add extensions? (Stihl you call, B&D you cannot)

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Not sure about additional extensions, but I wouldn't want to add more than the extension it comes with. You can reach about 20 foot with that and any tree trimming higher than that is probably not a pole saw job, the length becomes way too unwieldy

[@NoferTrunions]

@@MasonDixonAcres Stihl allows you to stack extensions. Yes it is unwieldy but you learn how to use it. They have steel and kevlar extensions. You have to be strong to use the steel but the light weight kevlar almost make it easy.

[@mattseymour8637]

What file size do you use to sharpen the chain with?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

If I remember correctly, 5/32”.

[@mattseymour8637]

@@MasonDixonAcres I asked DeWalt and they say it's a 4mm file

[@anonymousbosch9265]

The music!

[@colt23451]

Just bought this saw …..have cut a few limbs …..now , it stops …jammed ? Stop and had to restart ….? Stops too much ?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Hmm it may have stopped a couple times on me if I tried cutting aggressively and it kicked back. It probably has an electronic kickback shutoff where it senses a sharp movement and stops the motor. I'd suggest letting the blade do the work and not putting too much pressure on it. If that doesn't work, I'm out of answers

[@cj599]

more like the retail chains mark them way up

[@MasonDixonAcres]

true :/

[@kellyriker5005]

Please make undercuts!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

True!

[@rickytrans98]

Thank u..

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Glad it was helpful!

[@herbertherbomoore415]

Is it 10 feet long w/ the extension?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Yep just about.

[@JustinTonno]

How can I buy one in my country papua new guinea

[@ckennedy309]

I bought a pole saw that has the motor by the chain. I don't like it at all. It makes it hard to get into the tree in tight places. Mine is not Dewalt or cordless ,it's a worx that was suppose to double as a normal electric chain saw it's way to bulky. It's a lot of work after a while. I would recommend a pole saw with the motor down low. Easier to maneuver. It was the worst purchase I ever made.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

I can see where you're coming from, I actually used to have a cheap Worx weed wacker and it was pretty garbage. I haven't noticed the motor getting in the way much, but I'm also not too picky about how close to the trunk I'm cutting branches. I agree that the less mass up high, the easier it will be to handle.

[@igorvaskiv1023]

@@MasonDixonAcres У DeWALT наразі існує висоторіз із двигуном унизу... Це садова багатофункціональна головка із відповідною насадкою пили до нього, крім того живлення напругою вже 60V... Цікаво, яка модель буде кращою... Зовсім не знайшов порівняльного відеоролика про них...

[@jamesgibson3557]

Ya that extra ext makes it look alittle flimsy junky looking, gas power stihl is the way to go but for a hobby farm it seemed to work out pretty decent.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Yep still liking it 👍🏼

[@freeheeler09]

Appreciate the review. Hey, I’m an old guy who has done a lot of wildfire mitigation, tree felling and brush clearing. Please get a chainsaw helmet with a face guard and hearing protection so that you two can someday be an old guy with two working eyes and ears and a skull without any unnecessary dents or cracks

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Thanks! I do have one of those that I always use with my big saw. Check out our “tree fire” video. I agree I should have been using it here 😅

[@josecarballo5382]

Why would you say the cost on the tools. If I were the person who helped you - I’d be pissed that you shared internal information on your channel.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

I can assure you they don't care -Alex

[@dmarshall6052]

I’d buy one if I got the discount lol

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha yeah that certainly made it an easy decision. Without the discount I would have tried to find one used for the same price

[@michaelwolff9207]

Oil reservoir leaks somewhere besides the cap draining the whole Reservoir in the resting position, from the very beginning out-of-the-box, totally messy and annoying

[@MasonDixonAcres]

I’ve tried looking at it closely and I think it’s the oiling port for the bar in my case. I am going to try the O ring around the cap that others have suggested and see if that helps anything

[@imlew7853]

OUCH ! ........... is it too much to undercut the branch ?????? PLS. set a good example.

[@BobbyD-Lo]

My money.....take it

[@alldeisel2208]

How many extensions can you add to it can you make it as long as you can?

[@MasonDixonAcres]

In theory, yes I believe so. But at full reach with the extension you can probably limb up to 20', and there aren't many trees you need to limb higher than that with a homeowner setup. It will be SUPER heavy and hard to handle with more than one extension.

[@tossedsaladandscrambledegg8576]

Helmet and gloves! Trip hazards, clear the branches before cutting another.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

You're right. This video is not OSHA-approved

[@shashiekka7917]

Works well, the higher the branches the more cumbersome it becomes. kzbin.infoUgkxHMc_g3gGUpXsBlcRniL7qDnlxwo192gi It’s very top heavy. Better have some spare batteries near by. Worked very well for the job I had

[@07Kimo07]

Can I be a friend of your friend? I just bought the pole saw for 164 dollars.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha believe it or not my friend doesn't work there anymore :(

[@dougekren6495]

It is heavy!

[@annettehough2792]

Nice tool of destruction!

[@MasonDixonAcres]

It certainly does that well 😄

[@VISTLER]

I can't believe that you are not wearing a helmet and visor. Even after you managed to drop a branch onto someone's head 🙄

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Don't call OSHA 😬

[@catholic3dod790]

You need a hard hat.

[@hosealowrenski17]

the reason its heavy for you is because you have NO upper body strength you are weak

[@keithdouglas3586]

Do not remove the safety clip from the trigger. It is there for a reason. If it slips and your hand grabs the handle you cut your child’s arm off opps.

[@MasonDixonAcres]

You're right it is certainly advice for 'at your own risk'. There is still the main safety, just keep your children away! -Alex

[@Palpatine4Senate]

Moment arm? Are you an engineer? Nobody uses that term outside of a physics classroom. lol

[@MasonDixonAcres]

Haha, yes I am