I`ve had my Ryobi 10 years and it`s used almost daily for plying floors for LVT flooring and beading laminates/wood flooring, I can use it all day. Never let me down and never overheats.
Great review. I bought the stapler for stringing floor insulation and I was so impressed I bought the brad nailer too. One battery did the whole floor string job and I didn't have to tangle with air hoses and compressors and saved about 3 hours labor time from not having to deal with setting up a compressor for the 2 day job.
+C' Brick Productions concord carpenter, toolbarn and this one...and by far...this is the best. no fanboy product praise, clear comparisons and visual evidence throughout.
+foofoo rabbit It's not about being a fan boy, it is what it is, real tool reviews is hands down the best tool reviewer on UA-cam hands down. This has discourage me a lot, but not completely I got a deal from my nearest liquidation seller and got this nailer and the 15 gauge for 500 bare tool. I couldn't pass that deal, I have 9 plus Milwaukee tools and 11 batteries, so I couldn't invest in another platform. So I won't be racing with this tool with any coworker, for who can sink more brads until the battery dies. But I will be buying the airs trike for my mom and brother.
Don't be discouraged. In real use, the tool will fire all the brads you need it to. This test, while interesting, is completely unrealistic compared with real life use. I cannot think of a single real life brad nailing application where this test means anything.
I have been using the ryobi 18v nailer for the last 3 years for molding and only had 1 problem and HD gave me a new one. This one has been going strong for 2 years.
A real good friend of mine swears by Milwaukee while I've been using Ryobi for years. I've only had 1 dud in my years of using Ryobi and my buddy has had a couple of returns. For the price I'll keep using Ryobi and he can keep paying the extra cost for the name.
I recently moved and am stocking up on tools for some woodwork. A couple contractors at my last house that helped get it ready for sale used Ryobi's and I was surprised. They said the trick is if you use the Lithium+ batteries at 3AH+ the Ryobi tools are really good, they had the 9 AH and 6 AH Lithium+. Their stock 1.5-2AH Lithium batteries that come with a lot of the tools just don't provide enough juice and your tool underperforms. I noticed that myself, used a fresh 1.5 Lithium battery that had a hard time with some screws on my impact driver, my 4AH Lithium+ gave it a lot more power with much less charge.
I’m very well set up with Milwaukee M18/M12 and? I have my smattering of very much appreciated Ryobi. (It’s never let me down and it rounds out my quick grab/small project gear nicely.)
Eric Wallace I swear by Ryobi, only had one faulty micro switch on a grinder ,but believe it or not I scrapped an old microwave for the copper and it had the same micro switch in it, so now the grinder is up and running again.
Liked & Subscribed. My wife just purchased the Ryobi +1 for me for Father's Day. She made a great choice without realizing it. As I'm researching this product and the Ryobi line of tools, I'm content with her choice. Your video was extremely inciteful & useful. I'm just a handyman around my house but excited about this tool. Thank you.
A fair and honest review of these two brad nailers. I ordered the Ryobi Brad nailer last night to pick up at the store this morning. I guess I made the correct choice! Thanks for reinforcing my choice with your review. Nice video and editing.
Thanks so much for this great review. I was specifically looking for this comparison. I own 3 Milwaukee M18 tools and have 2 batteries and was debating whether to go with Milwaukee or Ryobi. I just loved how the Ryobi worked and did not have nails damaged the wood as Milwaukee did. I guess I'll have to break down and buy a Ryobi nail gun. I will get the charger and battery definitely come amazon as they have a Ryobi charger and non-Ryobi battery for far less $ than the Ryobi batteries/charger combo.
Daniel -- excellent review. Seeing the side by side comparison is especially useful, as is all the testing you conducted and show in the video. Really appreciate you sharing this!
@@RealToolReviews Also subscribed... I've been updating my tools and small shop (all sideline / DIY type -- my profession is elsewhere, but I really care about this stuff), and looking for really good tools and equipment these days, while "retiring" some of my earlier "budget" purchases. Looking forward to browsing your reviews, as this is a constant work in progress for me, and in depth tests and reviews are really helpful. Lately, in addition to my Ryobi One+ tools, I've been replacing my old socket set (excellent new Dewalt set), getting some sweet Knipex (pliers wrench is excellent, side cutters, etc.) and Klein tools, replacing old hammers (Milwaukee 19oz nailing and some Estwing ball peens and a tack hammer), etc. Favorite tool purchase over the past year was the Makita 36v (dual 18v LXT) double bevel sliding compound miter saw -- spectacular (and I snagged it at half price when a local HD was clearing out their in-store stock) -- didn't want to break into a new battery system, but this more than justified doing that, even if for the one tool. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
Your review puts all others to shame... outstanding job! Thanks for taking the time to put this together. You made my mind up for me easily... and I was really surprise with the outcome!
Not sure how you decided to do this video, but it the EXACT, PERFECT COMPARISON that I've been searching for. Not sure why UA-cam took 2days to prompt your video, but at least I found it. A 6yr old tool comparison is truly what I was looking for, as most of cordless tools (all Ryobi, by the way.) are older Ryobi models, even the ones I purchased just last year. Since I have so many Ryobi tools, it makes sense if the particular Ryobi tool is comparable to the big3 available at any box store, unless the utmost is required and a competing brand is a lot better.
I have both the Ryobi pin nailer and the brad nailer. both are very good. along with about 10 other Ryobi cordless tools. I'm happy with the performance on all of them, the new right angle die grinder is really good.
Incredible Review. Very well Done, thank You. Who would have thought? Glad I own the Airstrike Nailer and Stapler. Never had any issue with the several Ryobi Cordless Tools I own.
You have done an amazing job with this review. I am looking into purchasing a cordless nail gun and this makes my decision lot easier. Thank you! Good job.
Great review, the guy at Home Depot was trying to tell me the Milwaukee was a much better tool. That may well be, but in the long run, but I think the Ryobi has worked very well for me. Thanks for the review, keep up the good work.
I have 100k or more in Dewalt tools but I recently sold my cordless 18g and 16g to switch to ryobi. No regrets I now have their 16g, 2x 18g and a 23g there nailers are half the price or less and leave a way cleaner impression on your trim work. Great guns. Not as well balanced as the dewalts but superior in performance in every other way.
Wow... that was impressive of the Ryobi and I know this video was made a few years ago I wonder if the Milwaukee has improved? All my Nailers are pneumatic and I just did my Workshop/Garage over with a French Cleat Wall... Hooking up the tank, pressurizing and spending time tripping over the hose... for a small job. A battery nailer would have been great for making quick tool holders... That Ryobi was very impressive!!! Great Video, I watch each morning several woodworking videos with my morning coffee after watching this I immediately subscribed... great comparison well done!!!
Thanks for all the great videos. I am a Milwaukee guy. But still have some craftsman 19.2v tools and batteries. The craftsman is basically the ryobi in black. Same tool. I bought the craftsman and I am glad I did. This vid helped my decision along with the price difference of about $100. I am a DIY guy, not a pro.
I have so many m18 fuel tools and most are AWESOME! I just told a buddy yesterday that in another 2-3 years I probably wouldn't even carry a cord on the truck but as far as their cordless nailers..garbage! And trust me with the amount of Milwaukee batteries I own I would love to be able to stick with them for everything..I just can't. I still pull out the compressor and airlines. But I do have the Ryobi 23ga pin gun..I bought so a guy could go ahead and glue and nail miters together and tac to the jambs till glue set up and we would then come back around and nail everything off later in the day. But I been so impressed with that gun. I know its only shooting a headless nail but still has never let us down. So with 2 of their batteries already and a reliable gun I think I'm gonna pick up the 18ga and 2 more batteries. As far as the 15ga for the doors I'm gonna see how the 18ga works out for us and then make that decision. Nice video though..some guys are so set with every tool in their truck matching colors they miss out on some really good ones! Like I said with the amount of m18 batteries I have I would like to stick to the line but km not going to buy a tool only for that reason.
I just purchased my ryobi brad nailer as well. I must say, it exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Ryobi to anyone looking to do home projects, or whatever kind of projects.
Whilst not a fan of either Ryobi or Milwaukee, but, having quite a few Ryobi One+ tools, I'd go for the Ryobi first anyway, but it was interesting to see the Ryobi out nail the Milwaukee quite convincingly. My purchase of Ryobi tools came down to the cost factor at the time...not ashamed to admit that. I've had no problems with the tools I do have, and they've outdone some more notable brands as well....I also have some Bosch and Festool tools as well....in some area's Ryobi stands out glaringly to me, and in other area's I'll weigh up the cost vs amount of use vs overall efficiency. Great review, subscribed and will have a look at more of your previous stuff. Keep up the good work.Cheers from Aus!!!!
My ryobi has been going strong daily for 4 years! It didnt even need the chamber lubricated for 3 years. No recoil, deep penetration, has the hammer adjust at the back for soft or harder woods. It bumps until you kill the battery e very time! Put a new batt on and keep going! Sorry boys the big R is a superior tool for heavy non stop, get the job done work! Love the M tools who doesnt? But this "new" model will get its ass kicked by my "old" ryobi. Thanks for a great demo!
I have a few Milwaukee tools. They are all over 20 years old.. very well built. They have lot and lot of hours on them. The newer stuff is not built as it was back in the day. I’m sure this is no surprise to anyone.. as the company was bought out and manufacturing changed. In the past few years I have purchased many of these green tools.. they have held up very well. No big issues. For the price... they can’t be beat 99% of the time. Built a huge deck last year.. had the help of a neighbor. Neighbor brought over his Ridgid impact driver.. we both placed deck screws of well over an hour. Needless to say both worked well. He was sure my Ryobi was going to over heat etc. (it was about 90 that day) Never had an issue. Battery life was better than the Ridgid. (I’m guessing the Ridgid battery was a few years older) Still hands down for the money. I will keep buying Ryobi.
By chance my local hardware store is moving to temporary premises so they were clearing out anything that was on display. I scored the Ryobi for 33% off so was very pleased anyway but your comparison has only added to my bargain happiness! I haven't used the tool much yet but it is a pleasure; especially the ease of control in placing the nail and the impact / depth control. The fact that the Mil won't fire on a vertical angle would be a deal breaker for me alone. By the way the warranty in Australia is 6 YEARS commercial use!!! I doubt they would offer that if they weren't confident that the tool will last the distance so it must be built like a tank inside. As an old fart, I may not even be around by then- These battery powered tools are a god sent for anyone getting past their prime and wanting to ease up on the physical effort of swinging a hammer or leaning on a screwdriver. God bless impact drivers and the guy who invented vice grips! He should be canonised and made a saint!!!!!!!!! Amen to that-
Been looking at cordless nailers for quite sometime . Since I didnt win your giveaway I finally bought the Ryobi based on this review and already completed 2 jobs with it and love it.
I love the ryobi nailers, so much better the paslode. can't tell you how much I've been pissed off by paslodes, dead battery, out of gas, too cold, needs special nails, where ryobi is a battery and pretty much any nail that fits. the bostitch work best though.
A comment from Australia: The review was a bit long and could be edited down to probably five or six minutes but you make your point very well and I have a number of the more expensive Ryobi tools and especially the brushless ones and they really are good. Thank you for the review.
The ryobi works great out of the box for like an hour . Mine could not shoot 2" nails 90% of the time. Randomly looses compression and have to pull trigger 40 times before it shoots again. Nail loader sleeve randomly fell out. Randomly jams for no reason.
Wow. So glad I saw this review. I was about to get the Milwaukee even though it was way more expensive. The Milwaukee is not for Pros considering the thermal overload, the inability to shoot at 45 degree and the recoil. Milwaukee needs more work..not ready for prime time. I'm getting the Ryobi.
I've been using my ryobi p320 airstrike for my everyday work. He never bring me down. Just put 2 drops of silicon oil inside the firing pin everytime you used for better and smoother slides of pin.
Nice review, whether it reflects real life applications, or not. And considering your Ryobi is older and has thousands of nails run through it, it certainly points out the durability and consistency of that product. I have to laugh at everyone making excuses for the Milwaukee. Regardless of lineage, may the best tool win.
I’m no fanboy of Milwaukee but as someone who works at Home Depot I get to see all the stuff coming in. Milwaukee is now coming out with their second rendition of this nailer, I’d love to see a new comparison with there gen 2 brad nailer.
possibly multiple days to get through the run test with Milwaukee, lol I had to laugh when I heard you say that, not putting Milwaukee down, their one of the topdogs in the industry, but Ryobi hit a home run with this one. thank you for another great demonstration...
+Kyle Burns Nice! Smart choice! Also.....I suggest getting Hitachi nails from Lowes --- they dont jamb or ever have issues like some other brands. Be sure to check out my video about how to increase your nailer performance for best results ---- ua-cam.com/video/2X5Z947ldl8/v-deo.html
+Real Tool Reviews I am a rookie in nailers/woodworking therefore I appreciate all the help! I have learned a ton from this channel and hope others do as well. Love reasons to go buy tools and ready to talk some home projects with these.
Great review. I love Milwaukee, so this was quite disappointing. For what I would use it for (light homeowner use) it would probably be fine, but any heavy use, especially on bump fire would be bad. Thanks for a great, non-bias review as always.
I've had the Airstrike for 7 months and the Brad Nailer for 2 they are a key part of my business toolbox. I'm a pro and these tools pay for themselves in a days work. I have a large Ryobi toolbox. Good stuff. Makes me money $ everyday.
I love my Milwaukee tools here in Oz on the construction sites and been laughed at for my Ryobi stuff. You know what, I've never been disappointed by the Ryobi gear. Yes i'm aware that Ryobi gear is the trial out stuff before it gets into the Milwaukee line, but i'm yet to find a m18v c18 nailer in the Milwaukee range that's good for moulding / Quad / Scotia. Only gun comes close is the Makita pin nailer. I'm in the market for a C16 Nailer and this has confirmed Ryobi is better then Paslode gas cartridge guns for the price.
The Ryobi nailer is 130 at home depot right now with a 3 year warranty. You theoretically could buy almost 3 of them for the same price as the Milwaukee and get 9 years of warranty (if you keep buying them every 3 years). Granted I buy all of my Ryobi tools at Factory Direct Tools (usually refurb or factory blemished). The refurbs only have 1 year warranty but I also only paid 75 for the nail gun there.
If they are using flywheel as their other nailers, I am forever committed to Milwaukee. But Ryobi is doing the good job also. I am taking a second look.
Eventdash01 Both made by TTI industries. The Ryobi is the budget model and cuts all the corners in construction costs. Does have a reasonable motor in it though.
I'm buying the Ryobi. I'm a home owner DIY guy and already have a couple 1+ Ryobi drills and batteries and it just makes more sense for me. Also I was impressed with its ability through the hardwood and only need an 18G nailer for trim work
I've been using a Ryobi for 5 years attaching quater rounds. Love the tool, I'll buy the same one when mine dies. Please also note that Milwaukee tool and battery prices are virtually double those of Ryobi.
@@paulhargreaves1497 I guess.. but NZ is like 1/10 of the size of my state. Wonder why though..maybe because the quantity sold there for milwaukee makes the price higher? Like I'm sure ryobo sells way more units there. Is there alot of Profesional jobs that require milwaukee tools like in the US?
I love Milwaukee tools and am fully in on their battery platform. I was looking to buy the brad nailer because I'm sick of hauling my compressor, gun and hose to put in 5 nails. The Milwaukee is $399 but I found a sweet deal for the Ryobi 18g Airstrike with charger and battery for $178. So happy I own the Ryobi! For my regular use I doubt I'd over heat the Milwaukee but it would be that job when I needed the extra run time that would drive me up the wall.
Interesting. Been looking at 18V cordless nailers recently to replace my Paslode gas nailers. Was leaning toward the new Hikoki (Hitachi) ones but keep seeing the Ryobi getting good reviews. Seems they've created a sweet piece of kit. Here in the UK the Ryobi kit is near as damn it half the price of the Milwaukee. I'm gonna see if I can get to test one somewhere. It'll be interesting to see how long lived the Ryobi is without the thermal protection. Mind you, they come with the same 3 year warranty as all the others here. Good review.
REALLY surprised with these results. I held off on buying an AirStrike once I heard Team Red was coming out with theirs, but now I think Ill stick with buying an AirStrike anyway. Thanks for the thorough and impartial review!
I personally have a combination of both brands. I use Milwaukee exclusively for the mechanic work I do for a living and swear by their impact guns. The 18v 1/2" has just as much grunt as my buddies air operated snap-on. My older (brushed) Ryobi stuff is used for my personal wood working projects and they work just fine for me. I just can't justify spending that kind of money for Milwaukee that will only be used occasionally. Can't wait to add this nailer to the mix. I wish there was more reviews of the 18v planer.
This was one of your best videos. Really good job! Slo mo was on point. I have some Ryobi tools and I thought it was going to be a different outcome. Upset of the year. Can't always believe the hype. I have a Ridgid hyper drive and im happy with it. Milwaukee gun definitely not worth the price. Keep up the good work!
@Real Tool Reviews This tool comparison review is dumb. One tool (Milwaukee) is made for the Pro, while the other tool (Ryobi) is made for the DIY guy.
Milwaukees no ramp up time is still a killer idea. Very helpfull for efficiency. In the finish nailers it handy not having to have gun above head ramping up.
I just ordered an airstrike from the home depot. Ryobi truly surpassed Milwaukee. I also switched from dewalt impacts to kobalt. New technology is great. Good job on the video. Subscribed
I'm on Dewalt battery platform. I only ever used bump mode when I 1st got my nailer, firing 50+ nails into some scrap wood. Now, it's all about accuracy, damage control and getting a good finish. The Ryobi is 1/2 the price of the Dewalt here in the UK. It may well be the better machine. The Dewalt hasn't let me down.
cold temp operation of my Ryobi is the only problem I have had with it. Below about 55f it tends to not fire. I mostly work indoors so not a major issue once I figured out root cause. Otherwise is working great.
I just bought a Ryobi today. I really like. I do notice that on occasion it makes a light whizzing sound when I stop using it. no real rhyme or rhythm as to when it does it. Im just wondering if it is suppose to do that or should I try and exchanging it. Maybe its cycling in more air?
Ive just picked one of the ryobi brad nailers up ($239 aus). Its amazing how well it performs. I dont know what happened at TTI but its almost embarrising. Theres a lot of rubbish ryobi products but this is definitely not one of them. Good video
Me being fully set up with the M18/M12 tools, I was disappointed when my son showed up to a job with a $99.00 Ryobi Airstrike. We’ll probably get another (even though it’s ugly and cheap). Makes us smile!
The Airstrike is very, very tough competition. I bought mine five years ago when we bought our fixer-upper house. Used it and a Campbell Hausfeld pneumatic nailer to install tongue-and-groove ceilings and replace every inch of baseboard, casing, corner trim and crown molding in a five-bedroom house. I eventually quit using the pneumatic nailer because dealing with cord, compressor and air hose was just too cumbersome, and it misfired or jammed every 20 or so shots. The Ryobi sank thousands of trim nails without a misfire or jam.
Excellent review with tests that really mean something. Everything you claim from your testing is based on "Objective" observation and very little to do with subjective responses to ergonomics, feel, balance, etc. that may very well change from user to user. I realize that this test may not be representative of today's models, but your methodology is sound and makes for a wonderful review video. Good work ...
I`ve had my Ryobi 10 years and it`s used almost daily for plying floors for LVT flooring and beading laminates/wood flooring, I can use it all day. Never let me down and never overheats.
Agreed, it's my go to...just performs flawlessly
Great review. I bought the stapler for stringing floor insulation and I was so impressed I bought the brad nailer too. One battery did the whole floor string job and I didn't have to tangle with air hoses and compressors and saved about 3 hours labor time from not having to deal with setting up a compressor for the 2 day job.
ive seen 3 separate UA-cam channels review the new Milwaukee Nailers..and yours by far is the most comprehensive and useful ! Well Done sir!
+foofoo rabbitt Thanks!
Three ??? I've seen 2, where is the third ??? Lol
+C' Brick Productions concord carpenter, toolbarn and this one...and by far...this is the best. no fanboy product praise, clear comparisons and visual evidence throughout.
+foofoo rabbit
It's not about being a fan boy, it is what it is, real tool reviews is hands down the best tool reviewer on UA-cam hands down. This has discourage me a lot, but not completely I got a deal from my nearest liquidation seller and got this nailer and the 15 gauge for 500 bare tool. I couldn't pass that deal, I have 9 plus Milwaukee tools and 11 batteries, so I couldn't invest in another platform. So I won't be racing with this tool with any coworker, for who can sink more brads until the battery dies.
But I will be buying the airs trike for my mom and brother.
Don't be discouraged. In real use, the tool will fire all the brads you need it to. This test, while interesting, is completely unrealistic compared with real life use. I cannot think of a single real life brad nailing application where this test means anything.
I have been using the ryobi 18v nailer for the last 3 years for molding and only had 1 problem and HD gave me a new one. This one has been going strong for 2 years.
A real good friend of mine swears by Milwaukee while I've been using Ryobi for years. I've only had 1 dud in my years of using Ryobi and my buddy has had a couple of returns. For the price I'll keep using Ryobi and he can keep paying the extra cost for the name.
I have a good chunk of both and love both. Drills, Impact and Saws, Milwaukee, almost everything else, Ryobi.
Send him this review
I recently moved and am stocking up on tools for some woodwork. A couple contractors at my last house that helped get it ready for sale used Ryobi's and I was surprised. They said the trick is if you use the Lithium+ batteries at 3AH+ the Ryobi tools are really good, they had the 9 AH and 6 AH Lithium+. Their stock 1.5-2AH Lithium batteries that come with a lot of the tools just don't provide enough juice and your tool underperforms. I noticed that myself, used a fresh 1.5 Lithium battery that had a hard time with some screws on my impact driver, my 4AH Lithium+ gave it a lot more power with much less charge.
I’m very well set up with Milwaukee M18/M12 and? I have my smattering of very much appreciated Ryobi. (It’s never let me down and it rounds out my quick grab/small project gear nicely.)
Eric Wallace I swear by Ryobi, only had one faulty micro switch on a grinder ,but believe it or not I scrapped an old microwave for the copper and it had the same micro switch in it, so now the grinder is up and running again.
Liked & Subscribed. My wife just purchased the Ryobi +1 for me for Father's Day. She made a great choice without realizing it. As I'm researching this product and the Ryobi line of tools, I'm content with her choice. Your video was extremely inciteful & useful. I'm just a handyman around my house but excited about this tool. Thank you.
A fair and honest review of these two brad nailers. I ordered the Ryobi Brad nailer last night to pick up at the store this morning. I guess I made the correct choice! Thanks for reinforcing my choice with your review. Nice video and editing.
that was a great demonstration, I just purchased the Ryobi and it works like a champ.
thanks
Thanks so much for this great review. I was specifically looking for this comparison. I own 3 Milwaukee M18 tools and have 2 batteries and was debating whether to go with Milwaukee or Ryobi. I just loved how the Ryobi worked and did not have nails damaged the wood as Milwaukee did. I guess I'll have to break down and buy a Ryobi nail gun. I will get the charger and battery definitely come amazon as they have a Ryobi charger and non-Ryobi battery for far less $ than the Ryobi batteries/charger combo.
Daniel -- excellent review. Seeing the side by side comparison is especially useful, as is all the testing you conducted and show in the video. Really appreciate you sharing this!
Thanks!
@@RealToolReviews Also subscribed... I've been updating my tools and small shop (all sideline / DIY type -- my profession is elsewhere, but I really care about this stuff), and looking for really good tools and equipment these days, while "retiring" some of my earlier "budget" purchases. Looking forward to browsing your reviews, as this is a constant work in progress for me, and in depth tests and reviews are really helpful. Lately, in addition to my Ryobi One+ tools, I've been replacing my old socket set (excellent new Dewalt set), getting some sweet Knipex (pliers wrench is excellent, side cutters, etc.) and Klein tools, replacing old hammers (Milwaukee 19oz nailing and some Estwing ball peens and a tack hammer), etc. Favorite tool purchase over the past year was the Makita 36v (dual 18v LXT) double bevel sliding compound miter saw -- spectacular (and I snagged it at half price when a local HD was clearing out their in-store stock) -- didn't want to break into a new battery system, but this more than justified doing that, even if for the one tool. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
Your review puts all others to shame... outstanding job! Thanks for taking the time to put this together. You made my mind up for me easily... and I was really surprise with the outcome!
Thanks so much. I've been trying to make up my mind on a cordless and this really opened my eyes to the differences.
Not sure how you decided to do this video, but it the EXACT, PERFECT COMPARISON that I've been searching for. Not sure why UA-cam took 2days to prompt your video, but at least I found it. A 6yr old tool comparison is truly what I was looking for, as most of cordless tools (all Ryobi, by the way.) are older Ryobi models, even the ones I purchased just last year. Since I have so many Ryobi tools, it makes sense if the particular Ryobi tool is comparable to the big3 available at any box store, unless the utmost is required and a competing brand is a lot better.
I have both the Ryobi pin nailer and the brad nailer. both are very good. along with about 10 other Ryobi cordless tools. I'm happy with the performance on all of them, the new right angle die grinder is really good.
Excellent review. I am impressed with the design and function and price point of Ryobi tools.
Incredible Review. Very well Done, thank You. Who would have thought? Glad I own the Airstrike Nailer and Stapler. Never had any issue with the several Ryobi Cordless Tools I own.
You have done an amazing job with this review. I am looking into purchasing a cordless nail gun and this makes my decision lot easier. Thank you! Good job.
Great review, the guy at Home Depot was trying to tell me the Milwaukee was a much better tool. That may well be, but in the long run, but I think the Ryobi has worked very well for me. Thanks for the review, keep up the good work.
The guy at Home Depot is wrong. I am glad you saw this prior to wasting your money on it. Sounds like you made the much wiser choice! Thanks :)
it's supposed to be the better brand but it's all made by the same company.
Thank you for the great review. I actually own numerous Ryobi tools and I am very pleased with their durability and performance. Thank you.
I have 100k or more in Dewalt tools but I recently sold my cordless 18g and 16g to switch to ryobi. No regrets I now have their 16g, 2x 18g and a 23g there nailers are half the price or less and leave a way cleaner impression on your trim work. Great guns. Not as well balanced as the dewalts but superior in performance in every other way.
The Ryobi is a great nailer.... was hesitant to buy it but after after two years of use its proved itself!!!
Wow... that was impressive of the Ryobi and I know this video was made a few years ago I wonder if the Milwaukee has improved? All my Nailers are pneumatic and I just did my Workshop/Garage over with a French Cleat Wall... Hooking up the tank, pressurizing and spending time tripping over the hose... for a small job. A battery nailer would have been great for making quick tool holders... That Ryobi was very impressive!!! Great Video, I watch each morning several woodworking videos with my morning coffee after watching this I immediately subscribed... great comparison well done!!!
Thanks for all the great videos. I am a Milwaukee guy. But still have some craftsman 19.2v tools and batteries. The craftsman is basically the ryobi in black. Same tool. I bought the craftsman and I am glad I did. This vid helped my decision along with the price difference of about $100. I am a DIY guy, not a pro.
I have so many m18 fuel tools and most are AWESOME! I just told a buddy yesterday that in another 2-3 years I probably wouldn't even carry a cord on the truck but as far as their cordless nailers..garbage! And trust me with the amount of Milwaukee batteries I own I would love to be able to stick with them for everything..I just can't. I still pull out the compressor and airlines. But I do have the Ryobi 23ga pin gun..I bought so a guy could go ahead and glue and nail miters together and tac to the jambs till glue set up and we would then come back around and nail everything off later in the day. But I been so impressed with that gun. I know its only shooting a headless nail but still has never let us down. So with 2 of their batteries already and a reliable gun I think I'm gonna pick up the 18ga and 2 more batteries. As far as the 15ga for the doors I'm gonna see how the 18ga works out for us and then make that decision. Nice video though..some guys are so set with every tool in their truck matching colors they miss out on some really good ones! Like I said with the amount of m18 batteries I have I would like to stick to the line but km not going to buy a tool only for that reason.
I just purchased my ryobi brad nailer as well. I must say, it exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Ryobi to anyone looking to do home projects, or whatever kind of projects.
Excellent and comprehensive review I have seen. Keep up the good work.
Whilst not a fan of either Ryobi or Milwaukee, but, having quite a few Ryobi One+ tools, I'd go for the Ryobi first anyway, but it was interesting to see the Ryobi out nail the Milwaukee quite convincingly. My purchase of Ryobi tools came down to the cost factor at the time...not ashamed to admit that. I've had no problems with the tools I do have, and they've outdone some more notable brands as well....I also have some Bosch and Festool tools as well....in some area's Ryobi stands out glaringly to me, and in other area's I'll weigh up the cost vs amount of use vs overall efficiency.
Great review, subscribed and will have a look at more of your previous stuff. Keep up the good work.Cheers from Aus!!!!
Thanks for the review! Just bought the Ryobi and now I'm glad I did... :-)
You should have got the M18.
He wasn't setting them up right.
Need to compare Hyperdrive, Airstrike, Fuel and Dewalt at the same time. That would be an awesome video.
thank you I've been wanting to see a review for the milwaukee gun
My ryobi has been going strong daily for 4 years! It didnt even need the chamber lubricated for 3 years. No recoil, deep penetration, has the hammer adjust at the back for soft or harder woods. It bumps until you kill the battery e very time! Put a new batt on and keep going! Sorry boys the big R is a superior tool for heavy non stop, get the job done work! Love the M tools who doesnt? But this "new" model will get its ass kicked by my "old" ryobi. Thanks for a great demo!
I have a few Milwaukee tools. They are all over 20 years old.. very well built. They have lot and lot of hours on them. The newer stuff is not built as it was back in the day. I’m sure this is no surprise to anyone.. as the company was bought out and manufacturing changed.
In the past few years I have purchased many of these green tools.. they have held up very well. No big issues. For the price... they can’t be beat 99% of the time.
Built a huge deck last year.. had the help of a neighbor.
Neighbor brought over his Ridgid impact driver..
we both placed deck screws of well over an hour.
Needless to say both worked well. He was sure my Ryobi was going to over heat etc. (it was about 90 that day)
Never had an issue. Battery life was better than the Ridgid. (I’m guessing the Ridgid battery was a few years older)
Still hands down for the money. I will keep buying Ryobi.
By chance my local hardware store is moving to temporary premises so they were clearing out anything that was on display. I scored the Ryobi for 33% off so was very pleased anyway but your comparison has only added to my bargain happiness! I haven't used the tool much yet but it is a pleasure; especially the ease of control in placing the nail and the impact / depth control. The fact that the Mil won't fire on a vertical angle would be a deal breaker for me alone. By the way the warranty in Australia is 6 YEARS commercial use!!! I doubt they would offer that if they weren't confident that the tool will last the distance so it must be built like a tank inside. As an old fart, I may not even be around by then- These battery powered tools are a god sent for anyone getting past their prime and wanting to ease up on the physical effort of swinging a hammer or leaning on a screwdriver. God bless impact drivers and the guy who invented vice grips! He should be canonised and made a saint!!!!!!!!! Amen to that-
Wow. Just wow. Super surprised @ that result. Thanks for the review!
Been looking at cordless nailers for quite sometime . Since I didnt win your giveaway I finally bought the Ryobi based on this review and already completed 2 jobs with it and love it.
I love the ryobi nailers, so much better the paslode. can't tell you how much I've been pissed off by paslodes, dead battery, out of gas, too cold, needs special nails, where ryobi is a battery and pretty much any nail that fits. the bostitch work best though.
Great video! Answered a lot of the questions I have just wish you had included the DeWalt also.
A comment from Australia: The review was a bit long and could be edited down to probably five or six minutes but you make your point very well and I have a number of the more expensive Ryobi tools and especially the brushless ones and they really are good.
Thank you for the review.
very helpful review! i was researching which to buy this morning & this really helped me decide. on to the store!!
I myself couldn't believe that the ryobi beat the milwaukee! Very impressive!
The ryobi works great out of the box for like an hour . Mine could not shoot 2" nails 90% of the time. Randomly looses compression and have to pull trigger 40 times before it shoots again. Nail loader sleeve randomly fell out. Randomly jams for no reason.
@@reddkross85 so what would you recommend
@@rogerbowles8201 DeWalt. Been a solid nailer so far, lots of power. But I also could of gotten a dud
Awesome review got it with the 10 piece kit for 298 it was a awesome took
Wow. So glad I saw this review. I was about to get the Milwaukee even though it was way more expensive. The Milwaukee is not for Pros considering the thermal overload, the inability to shoot at 45 degree and the recoil. Milwaukee needs more work..not ready for prime time.
I'm getting the Ryobi.
It fires at any angle just pust the head in like any of them
I've been using my ryobi p320 airstrike for my everyday work. He never bring me down. Just put 2 drops of silicon oil inside the firing pin everytime you used for better and smoother slides of pin.
Nice review, whether it reflects real life applications, or not. And considering your Ryobi is older and has thousands of nails run through it, it certainly points out the durability and consistency of that product. I have to laugh at everyone making excuses for the Milwaukee. Regardless of lineage, may the best tool win.
I bought the Ryobi brad nailer today. Never used a nailer before and I don't know how I lived this long without one.
Nice amount of detail in the review
I’m no fanboy of Milwaukee but as someone who works at Home Depot I get to see all the stuff coming in.
Milwaukee is now coming out with their second rendition of this nailer, I’d love to see a new comparison with there gen 2 brad nailer.
great review! I wish all reviews were like this
possibly multiple days to get through the run test with Milwaukee, lol I had to laugh when I heard you say that, not putting Milwaukee down, their one of the topdogs in the industry, but Ryobi hit a home run with this one. thank you for another great demonstration...
Been wanting one of those AirStrike nailers for a while now. Finally decided I will get one after watching this video. Thanks!
+Kyle Burns Nice! Smart choice! Also.....I suggest getting Hitachi nails from Lowes --- they dont jamb or ever have issues like some other brands. Be sure to check out my video about how to increase your nailer performance for best results ---- ua-cam.com/video/2X5Z947ldl8/v-deo.html
+Real Tool Reviews I am a rookie in nailers/woodworking therefore I appreciate all the help! I have learned a ton from this channel and hope others do as well. Love reasons to go buy tools and ready to talk some home projects with these.
Great review and great how to also. Came in to see how to use an Airstrike! 👍🏽
I've had the 18g and 16g ryobi nailers for over 6 years. I love them both and i only use my compresor when i am installing nail down floors.
Activates bump fire mode..
*FBI WANTS TO KNOW YOUR LOCATION*
🤣🤣🤣
Great review. I love Milwaukee, so this was quite disappointing. For what I would use it for (light homeowner use) it would probably be fine, but any heavy use, especially on bump fire would be bad. Thanks for a great, non-bias review as always.
Great video! Thank you for breaking it down simple for someone thats never used a braid nailer
But I do have a question for you. Since I've never used one before how do I know what depth to set the nails at?
Wow, I'm sure I'm not the only person surprised that good old budget brand Ryobi beating top end brand Milwaukee in this test. Great review. Thanks.
Great review, well worth watching if your interested in getting either one of these nailers 👍🏻.
Thanks for another great review!!
I've had the Airstrike for 7 months and the Brad Nailer for 2 they are a key part of my business toolbox. I'm a pro and these tools pay for themselves in a days work. I have a large Ryobi toolbox. Good stuff. Makes me money $ everyday.
I love my Milwaukee tools here in Oz on the construction sites and been laughed at for my Ryobi stuff. You know what, I've never been disappointed by the Ryobi gear. Yes i'm aware that Ryobi gear is the trial out stuff before it gets into the Milwaukee line, but i'm yet to find a m18v c18 nailer in the Milwaukee range that's good for moulding / Quad / Scotia. Only gun comes close is the Makita pin nailer. I'm in the market for a C16 Nailer and this has confirmed Ryobi is better then Paslode gas cartridge guns for the price.
The Ryobi nailer is 130 at home depot right now with a 3 year warranty. You theoretically could buy almost 3 of them for the same price as the Milwaukee and get 9 years of warranty (if you keep buying them every 3 years). Granted I buy all of my Ryobi tools at Factory Direct Tools (usually refurb or factory blemished). The refurbs only have 1 year warranty but I also only paid 75 for the nail gun there.
Can't wait to see Dewalt's 20V Brad Nailer if/when it comes out. Their 16g nailer is the bomb, and I'm sure the brad nailer will be awesome too.
Me too! Hopefully soon! 👍👍
Nice meeting you at the DEWALT event this week, by the way. I think we actually chatted about that DEWALT finishing nailer in the nailer room.
If they are using flywheel as their other nailers, I am forever committed to Milwaukee. But Ryobi is doing the good job also. I am taking a second look.
Eventdash01 Both made by TTI industries. The Ryobi is the budget model and cuts all the corners in construction costs. Does have a reasonable motor in it though.
what is meant by the bomb the best or the worst
Now that’s a review. Great job
I'm buying the Ryobi. I'm a home owner DIY guy and already have a couple 1+ Ryobi drills and batteries and it just makes more sense for me. Also I was impressed with its ability through the hardwood and only need an 18G nailer for trim work
Ryobi “nailed” it!!
Excelent. Simply excelent video. Congratulations. You are a true professional at testing tools.
I've been using a Ryobi for 5 years attaching quater rounds. Love the tool, I'll buy the same one when mine dies. Please also note that Milwaukee tool and battery prices are virtually double those of Ryobi.
Definitely not double the price. Maybe 40-50% more
@@randybobandy9828 More than double here in NZ.....
@@paulhargreaves1497 I guess.. but NZ is like 1/10 of the size of my state. Wonder why though..maybe because the quantity sold there for milwaukee makes the price higher? Like I'm sure ryobo sells way more units there. Is there alot of Profesional jobs that require milwaukee tools like in the US?
@@randybobandy9828 Milwaukee fairly new here, top end dominated by Makita, also Festool with DeWalt etc also in there.
@MrAbletospeak are you talking physical size? I'm talking population
Thanks very much for a thorough review. Informed my buying decision, no contest!
I love Milwaukee tools and am fully in on their battery platform. I was looking to buy the brad nailer because I'm sick of hauling my compressor, gun and hose to put in 5 nails. The Milwaukee is $399 but I found a sweet deal for the Ryobi 18g Airstrike with charger and battery for $178. So happy I own the Ryobi! For my regular use I doubt I'd over heat the Milwaukee but it would be that job when I needed the extra run time that would drive me up the wall.
Interesting. Been looking at 18V cordless nailers recently to replace my Paslode gas nailers. Was leaning toward the new Hikoki (Hitachi) ones but keep seeing the Ryobi getting good reviews. Seems they've created a sweet piece of kit. Here in the UK the Ryobi kit is near as damn it half the price of the Milwaukee. I'm gonna see if I can get to test one somewhere. It'll be interesting to see how long lived the Ryobi is without the thermal protection. Mind you, they come with the same 3 year warranty as all the others here. Good review.
I just bought Ryobi P320 today. Worked like a charm.
Great review, you helped me make a decision. Definately going to purchase the Ryobi Air Strike😎👍.
REALLY surprised with these results. I held off on buying an AirStrike once I heard Team Red was coming out with theirs, but now I think Ill stick with buying an AirStrike anyway.
Thanks for the thorough and impartial review!
great video as always i love the P320
1,635 nails!!! SOLD!
This made me very happy with my airstrike purchase. Thanks.
I personally have a combination of both brands. I use Milwaukee exclusively for the mechanic work I do for a living and swear by their impact guns. The 18v 1/2" has just as much grunt as my buddies air operated snap-on.
My older (brushed) Ryobi stuff is used for my personal wood working projects and they work just fine for me. I just can't justify spending that kind of money for Milwaukee that will only be used occasionally.
Can't wait to add this nailer to the mix.
I wish there was more reviews of the 18v planer.
Very thorough and comprehensive review. 👍👍
Very helpful demo. Thank you.
This was one of your best videos. Really good job! Slo mo was on point. I have some Ryobi tools and I thought it was going to be a different outcome. Upset of the year. Can't always believe the hype. I have a Ridgid hyper drive and im happy with it. Milwaukee gun definitely not worth the price. Keep up the good work!
+Robert Flores Thanks a lot Robert!
@Real Tool Reviews
This tool comparison review is dumb. One tool (Milwaukee) is made for the Pro, while the other tool (Ryobi) is made for the DIY guy.
I personally have the Ryobi Air Strike nailer and I used it a lot. It has preformed perfectly and hi would recommend it to anybody,
Milwaukees no ramp up time is still a killer idea. Very helpfull for efficiency. In the finish nailers it handy not having to have gun above head ramping up.
Straightforward, informative and well done. Thanks!
Nice Review,, was on the fence. YOU saved me.. I own several M18 tools but this one has clearly less QC in my opinion.. Thanks
+Bobby Slone glad to help! 👍
I just ordered an airstrike from the home depot. Ryobi truly surpassed Milwaukee. I also switched from dewalt impacts to kobalt. New technology is great. Good job on the video. Subscribed
Excellent review! Thank you !
Great review!! Thank you!
I love the Ryobi air strike. I use the Brad and angled finish mailers all day every day and they're awesome.
Love my milwaukee tools, but that ryobi is awesome. Have it and have never had one issue with it.
I'm on Dewalt battery platform. I only ever used bump mode when I 1st got my nailer, firing 50+ nails into some scrap wood. Now, it's all about accuracy, damage control and getting a good finish. The Ryobi is 1/2 the price of the Dewalt here in the UK. It may well be the better machine. The Dewalt hasn't let me down.
great review and well done, thank you.
cold temp operation of my Ryobi is the only problem I have had with it. Below about 55f it tends to not fire. I mostly work indoors so not a major issue once I figured out root cause. Otherwise is working great.
I just bought a Ryobi today. I really like. I do notice that on occasion it makes a light whizzing sound when I stop using it. no real rhyme or rhythm as to when it does it. Im just wondering if it is suppose to do that or should I try and exchanging it. Maybe its cycling in more air?
Ive just picked one of the ryobi brad nailers up ($239 aus). Its amazing how well it performs. I dont know what happened at TTI but its almost embarrising. Theres a lot of rubbish ryobi products but this is definitely not one of them. Good video
Me being fully set up with the M18/M12 tools, I was disappointed when my son showed up to a job with a $99.00 Ryobi Airstrike. We’ll probably get another (even though it’s ugly and cheap). Makes us smile!
Very Comprehensive review!
The Airstrike is very, very tough competition. I bought mine five years ago when we bought our fixer-upper house. Used it and a Campbell Hausfeld pneumatic nailer to install tongue-and-groove ceilings and replace every inch of baseboard, casing, corner trim and crown molding in a five-bedroom house. I eventually quit using the pneumatic nailer because dealing with cord, compressor and air hose was just too cumbersome, and it misfired or jammed every 20 or so shots. The Ryobi sank thousands of trim nails without a misfire or jam.
Watching this make me feel so good about my tool brand selection #Ryobi
Needs new heads up review 2020
Let's go
Thank you!Thats all I needed,I already have 2 Ryobi 4Ah batteries!!
Excellent review with tests that really mean something. Everything you claim from your testing is based on "Objective" observation and very little to do with subjective responses to ergonomics, feel, balance, etc. that may very well change from user to user. I realize that this test may not be representative of today's models, but your methodology is sound and makes for a wonderful review video. Good work ...