Ryobi Trimmer 18v versus 40V - Why I ditched my 40v
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
- Eight years ago I did a video on the 40 V trimmer. I have since ditched that one. Here's why.
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The video I needed. So glad it existed.
I recently got the 18v trimmer free with buying a set of batteries. I did notice that it would bog down in the thicker grass. But the light weight and the fact that I can use the same battery in all my tools makes it worth it. But if u don’t mind a little extra weight and cost the 40v is a healthy trimmer
The video quality and content are helpful and informative! The aesthetic is great 😁
wow. I did the same thing...
I love my new set up
I have both 18v n 40v I prefer 40v trimmer and mower
Ryobi batteries got a "electric board " that control the charge. Most of the times if the battery is runnin in low voltage it will send a message to the charger telling that the battery is damage. In the worst case it will be true but there's some hacks and DIY batteries restauration and sometimes you got the opportunity to safe the battery.
Good choice with the combo.
Im using two Ryobi 18vHP 9ah batteries wired in series to run the new Ryobi 40v HP brushless carbon fiber string trimmer...
@@raymondcasso7966 9ah? FAKE!
Got mine today works great
Thanks for this video, I am buying one today! :)
Nice video. Thanks for sharing your review.
The 18v trimmer had a major
Flaw the cord isn’t bump feed. It releases every time you press the button I’ve ran through so many cords now and they charge $6 a spool!
Re-stringing it is super easy. You only need one spool. Use .80 and follow the arrow. However, rapid load on bump feed is easier.
My 18v is bump feed, but I just picked up a tiny cheap one that (hopefully) my son can use. I'll have to check that it is bump feed, if not that will be a terrible design.
As said above, just restring yours. This pre-filled spools are crazy.
40v is obviously stronger. I got the 18v and put it through some heavy tall stuff and edged a really overgrown yard. 40v is obviously stronger but for anyone doing basic weekly and seasonal yard work the 18v is just perfect. Never thought I would give up the gas powered trimmer.
I have both of the trimmers, the 18V and the 40V. And there is absolutely no comparison between the 2. I understand that you have a 1/2 acre and flower beds cuz you continuously mention it, but using it to maintain your yard weekly is a much different setting than what others might be using it for. A weed trimmer is a tool that should be versatile enough to be used in multiple of environments, that's why people purchase them. The 18V, Model #P20120VNM with one battery & charger costs $189, the 40V Model #RY40250 with a 4hr battery and charger costs $179. Plus, the 40V model is also attachment ready, you can add many other attachments to it making it a much more versatile, less expensive and much more powerful of a tool. And for $50 more, you can get the Trimmer and Blower combo set, Model #RY40290VNM
I have the blower but the regular weed eater, I can do 2 acers with one battery on the weed eater. It depends on what you are blowing on how long it last but usaly I only do one acer and still have battery left.
I live on a corner and I have too much edging for the 18v. But the 18v does work well for the average house.
I have a 1/2 acre property with lots of flower beds. It lasts for the trimming and the cutting. I also use the battery in my other RYobi tools for long lasting use!
Awesome 😍👍🏼
what about performance wise 18v over 40v ?
Trimmer looks great, but I can only find it with a 18 volt 2 AMP battery, not the 4 AMP. I've looked at Home Depot and Amazon. Do you know where I would be able to purchase the 18 volt with a 4 amp battery?
I had to buy the 4 amp battery separately. You won't regret having the 4 ah for all other tool too
18v is for trimming grass. 40v is for cutting down the entire forest........ So yea, i think the 18v is fine.. 😆
Is this one of the ones that restrings easily like putting threading a needle and then winding? I never want to go back to spools.
It does have spools. I bought a knock off brand of reel but yes you have to rewind the roll every couple weeks
I have a 20volt trimmer, can I use a 40 volt battery on this 20 volt tool? Tool and batteries are same brand.
Nice video... Ready to buy it. Thank you.
Btw she is very, very pretty 👩.... 😜
Glad you liked the video. Hope you love the trimmer. Ty for the kind words ;)
@@DIYHIPChicks Hi. I bought it n works very good. I like it. 😊
🤔 I need a little help. I'm thinking on buy a back up battery. I was looking on Google but there's a ton of batteries, P102, P105, P108 ect ... Which one is the best? Thank you again.
Lady, you need to hit the gym.. Picked up my 40v trimmer today, it's super light (I have the 6amp battery from my mower on it)....
Hit the gym??? SHE SAID SHE HAS FIBROMYALGIA. She literally stated that was her REASON for wanting a light tool. Do you have a listening issue or comprehension issue????
@@sourgummiez The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology strongly recommends aerobic and strengthening exercise - to treat fibromyalgia....
@bikebudha01 I am incredibly active. I fight through the pain daily. I hike, run, work out and build and DIY. I live with chronic pain.
It sucks but I know I am not alone. As a Registered Nurse and a licensed contractor I like to point out options for people who may have health challenges but want to be independent.
Got the 18v yesterday, and it's terrible!! Have thick weeds growing, on a full charge it barely lasted 10 minutes bofore runnilng out of power. I have no idea how you can claim to do a whole yard that huge size and be happy with it. Saying you want a light tool because of health issues doesn't make sense... people with frail health shouldn't be doing massive amounts of landscaping in the first place, its the very definition of labor intensive! Most of us want something that WORKS, not a tool that's light and useless. Mine will be getting returned ASAP.... very annoying waste of time to clean it and take it all back apart and back into the box. Ugh.
Bummer it did not work for you. I use it weekly on 1/2 acre yard with lots of beds. Good luck with your next purchase
@@DIYHIPChicks Using weekly is the key difference I think...sounds like you have a very well maintained property if you take the trouble to landscape weekly. I had very tall thick weeds and blackberry bushes on a neglected lot and it was useless... definitely need the 40V for that kind of work! Cheers.
"my kids like using it".. there goes any shred of credibility this channel had...
yea... she needs to work better at concealing the fact that this video is a paid ad.
Hi I was not paid by Ryobi to share this 18 v trimmer. I did so because it is a nice option for homeowners. Yes My sons will help with the lawn care. But I usually do all the landscaping on my 1/2 acre property and have for 25 yrs. Planted every shrub and tree and built my own 1000 gallon koi pond. I am very credible even if I get some help from husband and kids who hate yard work.
@@DIYHIPChicks you better get checked, your sarcasm meter is not working...
Fibromyalgia.
🤣 what nonsense.
Help the String keep getting stuck
SOrry for delay. Is the string wrapped on holder the proper direction?