A pruning saw will help you prune your trees to keep them healthy and beautiful over the long term. There are classic mechanical hand saws, but also electric or petrol-powered pruning saws. In our guide you can find out what the advantages and disadvantages of these types are and what else you should pay attention to when buying in order to find the best pruning saw for your needs. We also provide you with specific recommendations for models that Amazon reviewers appreciate very much.

Trees can be pruned with a pruning saw

Our recommendations

our recommendation
Fiskars PowerGearX anvil gear shears for dry and hard wood, non-stick coated, hardened precision steel, length 80 cm, black/orange, LX99-L, 1020189
EUR 62.50 To the product
drive muscular strength
Type saber saw
saw blade length about 33 cm
Weight about 230g
color Black/Orange

"Sharp, fast, light and well made": This is the headline of a review on Amazon. It perfectly sums up the basic tenor of the customer opinions about the professional hand saw from Fiskars. The majority of buyers are enthusiastic about the processing quality, handling and functional strength. Thicker branches or even trunks with a diameter of twelve centimeters can be cut through in no time with the practical garden tool.

our recommendation
FELCO pruning saw No.630 with carrier, silver/red/black, 35x15x5 cm
EUR 68.80 To the product
drive muscular strength
Type saber saw
saw blade length about 31 cm
Weight about 300g
color Red

The Felco pruning saw also enjoys an excellent reputation among Amazon reviewers. It is described as "extremely sharp" and is said to provide excellent cutting performance. Like the comparison winner in our analytical test, this model also comes with a sheath that you can put the pruning saw in when not in use - for safekeeping. Another advantage is the pleasant grip. To quote another reviewer: "Quality as you wish."

our recommendation
WOLF-Garten multi-star - professional pruning saw - Power Cut SAW 370
27.79 EUR To the product
drive muscular strength
Type saber saw
saw blade length about 37 cm
Weight about 413g
color Red/Grey

The professional pruning saw from WOLF-Garten is praised and praised in the same way as the other two versions that we recommend in our pruning saw comparison. As far as saw blade length is concerned, this model even has the edge. However, it is also the hardest. A small but manageable disadvantage: the pruning saw from WOLF-Garten appears without a special sheath. Only a - quote - "somewhat fiddly" protective cover is included in the scope of delivery. Big plus point: With the special extension rod from WOLF-Garten, the handsaw turns into a telescopic saw.

Purchase Criteria

drive

Mechanically: The mechanical pruning saw is nothing more than a conventional hand saw. It is recommended for all hobby gardeners who only want or need to cut smaller branches from trees and shrubs in their green oasis. The advantages of the hand saw are that it is inexpensive to purchase and simple to use; The disadvantage is that it requires a lot of physical strength and often reaches its limits with thicker branches.

electric: The electric pruning saw is electrically driven. She is wired. This means that you always need a power connection near the place of work, which of course considerably limits flexibility. However, this disadvantage is offset by three advantages: electric pruning saws often have a good performance, can also handle thicker branches and even more modest trunks and make the gardener's work easier, as they take over the strenuous cutting of the wood for him.

our recommendation
GARDENA telescopic pruner TCS Li-720/20: Electric pruning saw with 720 W and 20 cm sword length, bendable head, cutting stop, up to 4.40 m range, incl. carrying strap (8868-20)
178.88 EUR To the product

battery powered: In contrast to the classic electric tree saw, the cordless tree saw does not require a cable. The integrated and rechargeable battery supplies the device with the necessary energy. You are more flexible spatially with a cordless pruning saw - but you are tied to it in terms of time, especially since the battery usually only lasts 30 to 45 minutes. In terms of performance, battery-powered pruning saws usually perform a little worse, which is why they only make sense for medium-sized branches.

petrol powered: When it comes to pruning very thick branches or even felling larger trees, you need a gas-powered pruning saw. The big plus of such a design is the enormous power. Like a battery model, it is cordless and can therefore be used flexibly. Although the tank must always be full, it will last for several hours. Disadvantages of the petrol pruning saw are the higher dead weight, the immense operating noise and the environmental pollution.

Type

folding saw: With the folding saw (€17.70) you can fold the saw blade securely and stably into the handle. In the "retracted" state, there is no risk of injury. In addition, such a model is compact and can be stored in a correspondingly space-saving manner. Folding saws are only available as mechanical hand saws.

Ideal for: small branches.

our recommendation
Gardena combisystem garden saw 300 PP: pruning saw with set teeth, 325 mm blade length, non-slip thanks to the stopper at the end of the handle, ergonomic handle with soft plastic components (8737-20)
24.97 EUR To the product

hacksaw: In the case of the so-called hacksaw, the yoke, which is usually made of spring steel, is responsible for the name. The saw blade is clamped between this bracket. Use a hook to loosen the bracket to maintain or change the saw blade if necessary. It is a hand saw.

Ideal for: smaller trees, hedges and shrubs.

our recommendation
Fiskars fixed blade hacksaw for wet wood, length: 61 cm (24"), saw blade guard included, high quality steel, black/orange, SW31, 1000615
45.62 EUR To the product

saber saw: The saber saw is as powerful as its name suggests. Its cutting edge is slightly curved, i.e. saber-like; the length of their saw blade is generally 30 to 50 centimeters. It is powered by muscle power or electrically (via power cable or battery).

Ideal for: medium-sized (battery) to thick (cable) branches and delicate trunks.

telescopic saw: The telescopic saw is largely constructed like a saber saw, but also has a telescopic rod. This makes it possible to cut branches in higher tree regions without having to climb a ladder, which always involves a certain risk of injury.

Ideal for: higher tree and hedge regions, especially spreading bushes

tips

You can also retrofit some pruning saws with an extension (telescopic rod).

color

Especially with hand saws, you should prefer a colorful model. The brighter and flashier the color of the pruning saw, the less likely you are to miss it in the grass and seriously injure yourself.

saw blade

One of the most important criteria when buying a pruning saw is the saw blade. The heart of the saw must be sharp and deliver a clean cut. The latter is elementary for the health of the tree. An unclean cut would encourage fungal infections, pest infestations and the like.

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A clearing hook also forces a smooth, accurate cut. With this hook you can push branches that get in the way to the side while you work. Some tree saws are equipped with this useful extra.

Perforation

precision teeth: optimal for fresh wood

quick-cut serration: enables fast sawing

coarse serration: rough cut, good for fresh wood

our recommendation
Fiskars Hand Saw for Fresh Wood, Coarse Tooth, Saw Blade Length: 16 cm, Retractable, Stainless Steel Saw Blade, Black/Orange, Xtract, SW73, 1000613
26.30 EUR To the product

Mirai-Me teeth: 4-fold ground cutting teeth, extremely powerful

Handle

The handle of the pruning saw must fit comfortably in the hand - i.e. it must be ergonomically shaped and non-slip. It is best to read customer reviews on Amazon and authentic test or practical reports to get information on this topic in relation to your preferred tree saw.

frequently asked Questions

What is a tree saw?

A pruning saw, also known as a pruning shears, is a gardening tool that you can use to trim or remove branches from your trees. Depending on the quality, the tree saw can also be used to fell smaller or even larger trees.

Which brands offer good pruning saws?

Many well-known and popular brands produce high-quality tree saws - whether hand saws, electric or gas-powered models. These manufacturers include:

  • Gardena
  • Fiskars
  • Stihl
  • WOLF garden
  • felco
  • Bosch
  • Silky

Where is the best place to buy a tree saw?

Tree saws are available in every hardware store, for example at OBI, Bauhaus, Hornbach, hagebaumarkt or toom. Amazon offers you the largest selection. Inexpensive pruning saws can also be found seasonally at discounters such as Aldi with its own brand Gardenline or Lidl.

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If you only need a pruning saw once, for example to fell a small tree, you can also think about renting the utensil from your trusted hardware store. But if you have to cut branches and trees regularly, it is clearly more profitable to buy a suitable tree saw yourself.

How do I sharpen the blade of my pruning saw?

If the performance of the pruning saw decreases, this is probably due to a saw blade that has become blunt(er). The following video shows how to properly sharpen this:

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