Makita Pruning Saws
Makita cordless pruning saw kit is for quick, clean branch cuts without dragging petrol or a hand saw round the garden or site.
When you're thinning trees, cutting back hedges, or clearing brash for a tidy handover, a Makita cordless pruning saw keeps it simple and controlled. Stick with the Makita battery platform you already run, and you'll get fast cuts, less fatigue, and proper day-to-day reliability.
What Are Makita Cordless Pruning Saws Used For?
- Cutting back branches and small limbs cleanly when you are doing property maintenance, garden clear-ups, or pre-handover tidy work.
- Breaking down brash and offcuts into manageable lengths for loading the van, feeding the chipper, or keeping walkways clear and safe.
- Pruning fruit trees and ornamental trees where you need controlled cuts in tight spots without swinging a full-size chainsaw.
- Quick on-the-spot trimming around fences, sheds, and outbuildings where a handsaw is slow and petrol kit is overkill.
Choosing the Right Makita Cordless Pruning Saw
Pick it like you would any cutting kit on site: match the saw size and battery to what you are cutting all day, not what looks handy on the shelf.
1. Branch size and bar length
If you are mostly doing light pruning and small branches, a compact pruning saw is quicker to place and easier on the wrist. If you are regularly cutting thicker limbs, go up a size so you are not forcing it and burning time on every cut.
2. Battery platform and runtime
If you already run Makita cordless tools, stay on the same batteries so you are not juggling chargers and spares. If it is for all-day clearance, do not rely on a single small battery, because stop-start swapping kills productivity.
3. Chain and maintenance access
If you are working in dirty, sappy timber, you want a saw that is easy to tension and clean, because a loose chain and clogged cover is where the downtime starts. Keep a spare chain ready so you can swap and crack on instead of trying to rescue a blunt one mid-job.
Makita Cordless Pruning Saw FAQs
Does Makita make a pruning saw?
Yes. Makita make cordless pruning saws designed for fast branch cutting and clearance work, using the same battery platform many trades already run for drills, saws, and outdoor kit.
Which is the best pruning saw?
The best one is the saw that matches what you cut most days. For light pruning and tight access, go compact and easy to handle. For thicker limbs and regular clearance, step up to a bigger model and run larger batteries so it does not bog down.
Will a Makita cordless pruning saw replace a full chainsaw?
No, not for felling or heavy timber. It is built for pruning, snedding, and breaking down branches quickly and safely, where a full chainsaw is slower to manoeuvre and often unnecessary.
What is the biggest mistake people make with pruning saws?
Running a blunt chain and forcing the cut. Keep the chain sharp and correctly tensioned, and let the saw do the work, because pushing it just drains batteries, heats the bar, and leaves rough cuts.
Do I need more than one battery for pruning work?
If you are only doing quick trims, one battery can be enough. If you are clearing brash for hours, you will want at least one spare charged battery so you are not stood waiting on a charger halfway through the job.
Who Are Makita Cordless Pruning Saws For?
- Grounds maintenance teams and landscapers who need fast pruning and clearance work without the noise and faff of petrol starting.
- Tree surgeons and arborists for light pruning, snedding, and tidy-up cuts, especially when working off ladders or moving position constantly.
- Builders and site maintenance lads doing external snagging and clearance, because it is a quick way to deal with overgrowth before handover.
How a Makita Cordless Pruning Saw Works for You
It is basically a compact chainsaw built for controlled pruning and quick clearance. The main thing to understand is how chain sharpness, battery choice, and cut technique affect speed and finish.
1. A sharp chain is the difference between cutting and fighting
If it is sharp, it pulls itself through and leaves a clean cut that heals better on live wood. If it is blunt, you will end up leaning on it, draining batteries faster and making rough cuts that look scrappy on maintenance work.
2. Battery size controls how hard you can push it
Small batteries are fine for quick pruning rounds, but sustained cutting and thicker limbs need more capacity so the saw does not feel like it is fading after a few minutes. For constant use, having a spare charged battery matters more than chasing the biggest spec.
Pruning Saw Accessories That Keep You Cutting
A couple of spares and the right consumables stop a simple pruning job turning into a blunt-chain slog.
1. Spare chains
A spare chain is the quickest way to get back to clean cutting when you hit grit, old nails, or just dull it on dirty bark, because filing on site is slow and you will never get the same result in a rush.
2. Replacement guide bars
If the bar gets worn or pinched, the saw will start cutting poorly and throwing chains, so swapping the bar brings it back to straight, predictable cuts without messing about.
3. Chain oil
Do not run it dry, because that is how you cook a chain and bar fast; keeping the right oil in the van saves you premature wear and keeps the cut speed where it should be.
Shop Makita Cordless Pruning Saws at ITS
Whether you need a compact Makita cordless pruning saw for quick tidy-ups or a bigger option for regular clearance work, we stock the range to suit real site and maintenance jobs. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get cutting on the next shift.
