I've used much more epensive pole saws in the past that didn't give any better than this VEVOR unit does. I cut a very tall elm back by about a third that is endangering my house. You need to know this pole saw as with any other can be difficult to handle at full extension, although you do not need to use it at full extension. Be patient and let the saw do the work. I used a combination of the pruner attachment and the large hooked blade with great success. The hooks on the large saw blade help to control it. The hook can also be used to pull loose limbs down. At one point the pole got wrapped up in a very large limb and twisted the blade and pole as it fell from high up. I thought for sure the pole would snap. Upon inspection, I found no damage to the equipment. Impressive. I've already got my money outta this tool.