Ryobi added a compact one-handed pruning chainsaw to its 18V ONE+ HP lineup this month, and it’s now on shelves at Home Depot. If you’ve been tackling branches with a handsaw or hauling out a full-size saw for light trimming work, this one is worth a look.
Ryobi PSBCW01B: 8-Inch ONE+ HP Pruning Chainsaw
The PSBCW01B runs on any 18V ONE+ battery and features an 8-inch bar sized for one-handed use. Ryobi rates it for branches up to 6 inches in diameter — that covers most homeowner pruning scenarios, from fruit trees and ornamentals to light storm cleanup. The oil-free chain design eliminates the bar oil mess that makes small chainsaws more hassle than they’re worth, and a variable speed trigger lets you match power to the job.
Battery life comes in at up to 65 cuts per charge on a standard 2.0Ah battery. That’s enough for a solid pruning session before needing a swap. Early buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 stars with a 97% recommendation rate.
Pricing at Home Depot
- Tool only (PSBCW01B): $149
- Kit with 2.0Ah battery and charger (PSBCW01K): $179
The $30 kit premium is reasonable if you’re new to ONE+. If you’re already running a shelf of 18V batteries, save the money and grab the bare tool.
The ONE+ Compatibility Advantage
Ryobi’s 18V ONE+ platform is the world’s largest cordless tool ecosystem — over 300 tools sharing the same battery, with backward compatibility stretching back to 1996. That means this pruning saw runs on the same pack as your drill, circular saw, leaf blower, and string trimmer. No new battery ecosystem required, no charger to track down.
This tool sits in a distinct spot in the Ryobi lineup. It’s not trying to replace a full-size chainsaw or the 40V HP pole saw. Think of it as a purpose-built pruning tool: lighter than a chainsaw, faster than a handsaw, and more precise than a reciprocating saw for overhead and close-quarters branch work. For branches under 6 inches, it should be the right tool for the job.
Bottom Line
For ONE+ users doing regular yard maintenance or fruit tree pruning, $149 is a reasonable entry point for a tool that replaces a lot of handsaw fatigue. The oil-free design and solid early reviews suggest Ryobi executed this one well.
If your pruning regularly involves branches larger than 6 inches, step up to a higher-voltage platform.
Source: SlashGear — Home Depot Finds, March 2026
