I subtracted 1 from the overall rating because of the connection features. All of the pole sections and cutter head should have the same threaded connection, and they don’t. There is 1 special pole piece to connect to the cutter head, and different threads to connect the pole pieces to each other. It is a pain to search through the bag to find the correct part to start the assembly. Another problem is using the pole saw with all the pole pieces installed. There is a lot of flex in the handle and it flops around like a kite in the wind. I realize this handle design was done so it would be light enough to work with, but just be aware of this condition.