Are Ryobi Tools Any Good? Scale from 1-10
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2021
- Professional Carpenter rates, reviews and compares the most common homeowner Ryobi Power tools. We look at: Mitre Saws, Drills, Hedge Trimmers, Radios, and Blowers.
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I’m a diy’er turned pro. I had some ryobi gear when I started doing handyman/remodeling for a living. Had a choice to make, continue with ryobi or bite the bullet and upgrade. I chose to stick with the ryobi. Money was the primary factor. I have since added several ryobi products to the Arsenal and am pretty happy with all of them.
From my perspective your comparison isn’t fair for 2 reasons: the battery used and the tools chosen.
That battery you used sucks. I have a few of those 1.5 AH batteries that I rarely use. I upgraded my batteries to the higher output 4 AH batteries and the power output is significantly better.
The tools you compared also suck. With many of not most of the ryobi tools they offer a couple different options/levels. The ones in your video are all the lowest option.
I have a 18v blower that works pretty well. It was thier mid grade option. I was working at a customers house who had the higher grade option and i used it to clean up our cutting station. It worked amazingly. I wished I hadn’t cheaped out on the extra $30 and bought that one.
I also have the brushless impact gun and driver. Both are great and are significant better than the old timey blue versions I originally had. Both were actually more powerful than my old bosses more expensive Bosch tools.
The variety of tools they offer is pretty amazing, I’d say well beyond and of the other brands. It’s nice to have cheap options for battery powered tools that aren’t used often enough to justify spending a lot on.
Is ryobi the best option out there, certainly not. If you have the money it’s probably better to go with a more reputable brand. But mine have taken loads of abuse and held up flawlessly for about 3 years now.
Just wanted to chime in. For diy’ers I think ryobi may be the best option. For pros, they are at least an adequate option.
Well said!
Totally agree with this.
See id argue they are a reputable brand. They’re targeted at a section of the market and they dominate it.
Can’t say the same about ryobi’s miter saw or their tablesaw. I managed to avoid getting the miter saw because my neighbor had it and his always made bad cuts and it was extremely wonky… the fence is flimsy. I did however tried out a table saw because I needed a cheap option to cut sheets for custom shelves. The jobsite saw I bought was supposed to be the best 10 inch 15 amp jobsite saw and it was soooo bad. The fence was bad and wobbly. The blade was a b *tch to straighten out to a 90degree. It’s as if the blade doesn’t stay on its arbor. I had to invest in a magnetic angle gauge because I have to always adjust the blade every time I’m about to use it…. Then there was the stand that it was sold with and for Christ sakes that thing looked like it was no sturdier than a house of cards. I bought a new blade. Cleaned that thing up the best I could and I freaken returned that 🗑… I don’t think ryobi tools in general are alll bad but it is cheap for a reason. In my honest opinion if I was just a DIYer who just needs a drill impact driver who uses it for small stuff like putting furniture together than sure…. But for contractural work i have 0 confidence in those tools. I mean I wouldn’t be trying to do something heavy duty like decking or building house frames with a ryobi saw zall ….
Yes, this was exactly what I thought while watching the video. Comparing whatever Ryobi tool your buddy happened to have lying around felt very unfair. I would say current versions of Ryobi are very good and more than enough for most DIYers
Bought this for my friend for his birthday, and he loves it. Father-in-law was a little jealous, even. :) Built solid, but light enough to move around for projects. Easy to use ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxPeGkHOMe05FySypTOvYumxMn-xi39oRe and makes great precision cuts. Doesn't come with a laser mount, but the fence is straight as an arrow and if you measure carefully, it's not a problem. Can handle dimensional lumber with ease, but of course, there's a limit to how thick. Handled a 4x4" post without a problem, but 4x6" we had to flip and cut twice. Only thing we've noticed is make sure to tighten the nut that holds the saw blade when you take it out of the box and maybe check up on it occasionally. For some, this is probably a no-brainer, but we neglected to do this and a few months in, found the motor running but the blade spinning at about half speed or less. Tightened the nut, and problem was solved. Very happy with this purchase. Dewalt makes sturdy stuff.
Poor comparison, clearly biased and picking all the oldest lowest model Ryobi's. I'm an ex tradie that has used Milwaukee for ever and I'm in the process of switching to Ryobi as their value for money and range is far better than any other brand. Yes if you are a tradie then stick to Milwaukee, Makita ect but this was just a video to bag Ryobi. Like how you compare the 2 radios, you take Makitas job site big radio and Ryobi's little one and not their bigger ones, the drill's "balance" you compare it with a little Ryobi battery vs Milwaukee with a bigger battery.
Ryobi has useful tools that helps me at my job make it easier
I was thinking the exact same thing! Then he puts a festool up against the low end mitre? This guy's a joke living in 2013. Can't stand reviews like ths.
What do ya expect from a Makita fanboi.
I've been in the trades for 40+ years and for the last 10 years, all my cordless tools are Ryobi. The only one I've been disappointed in was the 7 1/4" 18v miter saw that I bought several years ago for a job in an emergency situation. (I had left my Hitachi SCMS at home.) It was under powered and bogged down cross cutting a Spruce 1x4 with a fresh 4AH battery. Also, it has no handle at the front to change the angle of cut. Basically you have to bring the motor housing down like you're making a cut, hold the base with the other hand and then turn it to the angle you want. It'll do in a pinch, but even at the $99 price point I bought it at, I wouldn't recommend it.
Every other Ryobi cordless tool I have, though, is absolutely great.
@@davidguenther8170 mitre saws are not ryobi's strong point ax of yet. Bad comparisons across the board here.
the company that owns Milwaukee actually bought ryobi in 2016 haha, made in same factory.
Been using Ryobi tools for 20 years. I still own some NiCad Ryobi tools and the batteries still hold a charge. I have never had a Ryobi tool fail, battery or electric. For me, they have been dependable tools. Currently own about 30 Ryobi landscape, electric and battery tools. At a very young age I was taught to clean and take care of your tools.
Does the new Li ion batteries work with the NiCad tools?
@@robertlee4172 Yes, they are all One+ tools so the batteries work. I have sets of original Blue Ryobi tools from 1998. My batteries from that era died a long time ago. I've refitted mine with Lithium batteries while they were on sale for Ryobi Days at Home Depot. 4 new 4ah lithium batteries for $100. Couldn't beat that and it keeps my 25 year old tool powering on.
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Freaking impressive! I have old Ryobi and Makita corded tools, but bought NiCad Kawasaki drill. That battery died decades ago.
I have Ryobi Li 18v garden tools. Love them. But here in Canada, a single 4Ah Ryobi battery is OVER $100 bucks.
Respect! I also own a few dozen Ryobi tools and I find them just as reliable as Milwaukee, sometimes more
FWIW, I remodeled an entire house using Ryobi. Only thing I've ever replaced is a drill because after ten years of hard use the handle was janky and the chuck wasn't tight.
Absolutely Ed, Ryobi tools are more than capable of doing the job, but fo a guy like me.... a complete tool snob- I hate using them when I know other tools would be so much more enjoyable to use!
Absolutely agree here. Wife and I bought our first house 2 years ago and we have been remodeling on our own ever since. Ryobi certainly gets the job done at a great price and I have never had an issue with them. Take that with a grain of salt though, as I have never owned any other brand of tool.
Those are the older bushes tools, nothing compared to the new ones. I’m in Milwaukee and ryobi. Love em both.
Fair point Bill
Both Milwaukee and Ryobi (Power Tools division) are owned by the Hong Kong's Techtronic company. They are no longer an American and Japanese, respectively, companies; and haven't been for a while.
Having used Ryobi for the last 20 years I won't buy anything else. I am a DIY'er and Ryobi tools have served me very well! Not a single failure.
mine have had batteries fail in less than 3 years. they wont cover their warranties when it starts to happen.
@@caribbeanbound8357 if there's a warranty in effect and you have proof of purchase, they'll cover it. I'm not thrilled with the process since it requires nearly a 1-hour drive to an authorized shop, but they did repair my hammer drill 2.75 years into the 3-year warranty.
Same here.
I’m a pro who moved to nearly all Ryobi 3 years ago from using all dewalt for 5 years prior. Never looked back but it’s cool to hear others opinions on it.
Ryobi tools win design magazine awards. Their workspace LED lights are 10x more useful than my big Milwaukee light, or any other lamp I own for that matter. Their system is just more thought through across the range, for ex the orbital sander dust exhaust fits seamlessly onto their shop vac tube. Also the best color way with high viz yellow and gray. I don’t want a red tool that makes it look like someone’s bleeding everywhere.
I have many of the Ryobi 18 volt tools. I love all of them. The one that surprised me the most was the grass trimmer , not the cheapest one but one of the better ones. For me it cuts as good as the gas trimmers, and I don't have to fight with it to get it started. For the money the I find the Ryobis work very well.
Whippa snippa, good. I took off the gaurd, cable-tied the trigger and prune heaps of stuff with it, even some hedges. Actual hedge trimmer? Bad, well, at least the small one. Pressure cleaner, awesome. Tire inflator, useless. Driils and grinders, pretty good. Sander, pretty crap. Reciprocating saw, good. Condensation vacuum thing, stupid. It's hit and miss but it's easy to return if it's a miss.
I used their 5.5 inch circular saw from a coworker and for the price its unbeatable!
Im a steel roofer and I put screws in all day long. Ive always had a ryobi impact to do the job. From memory my last old impact gun fell from roofs, fell from buildings, and still worked after that. I use to enjoy screwing off the roofs as I knew the drill was very capable and the batteries were very sufficient. Ive never worried about the tools too much as they are affordable and durable as well. Ive just upgraded to brushless drills so I look foward to making my investments pay themselves off
The air striker nail gun is fantastic. I've trimmed a few houses with it and love it. It'sa 5th of the price of Milwaukee and does a great job. There are tools in the lineup that are great. I totally agree with the miter saw. The fence wasn't remotely square and good luck getting an accurate 45. The cordless brushless circular saw works extremely well though. Bottom line is do research when buying tools. Unless you have deep pockets and can justify spending way more, ryobi has a place in a tool lineup.
I went to work for a different carpenter and he required for me to have own tools. I came from a festool exclusive carpenter so I was used to having exclusively cordless tools and wanted a portable vacuum because I can’t stand sanding without one. For a fraction of the cost of even dewalt I built up a hefty useful arsenal that gets the job done as good as a festool. Orbital triangle and sheet sanders all cost me close to 200$. One dewalt orbital costs 150$
Nice comparison in favor of Ryobi! You're comparing a Brushless Makita between the very bottom line impact driver and seems to performance quite the same. I'm impressed. From a scale from 1-10, it's an 11. Also, you don't list the Makita price either. And comparing a bottom line miter saw with a Festool... What kind of comparison is this? Oof...
Thats a Makita subcompact, i got one, bought as a kit in a Macpac box with a subcompact brushless drill + charger + 2x2ah batteries, MUCH cheaper than a similar Ryobi setup. I already got 40v impact driver and 2 drills but these subcompacts are superior to use high up on walls and in ceilings with their small batteries and still plenty powerful. Cheap and superior, what could possibly be bad about it.
Exactly!
@@pflaffik bro this makita driver is 159USD at Home Depot, I paid 199 for Ryobi I got a jigsaw,sander, drill,impact driver,a flashlight and a circle saw ,are you crazy ?
You can get the Ryobi 1/4-inch driver for 20 bucks at the factory outlet. Just watch the closeout specials.
The new tools are SOOOOOO much better but these definitely get the job done nicely
Straight amateur DIYer here. I only work on my own home. Ryobi drill and impact driver are worth it. I have several of the 3Ah batteries and am very happy with them. I also have a Ryobi skillsaw, It works but a fully charged battery is definitely your best bet. Finally the Ryobi Reciprocating saw - again, good battery and good blade makes it worth it. All in all, when I use my friends Makita's and Milwaukee's I can immediately tell the difference in how much better they are in size/weight/balance/performance. But for my house projects, I'm really happy with the cost and quality of Ryobi.
Thanks for the video - keep it up!
My cordless tool choice is Milwaukee, however I recently bought a Ryobi cordless electric lawnmower which I'm very happy with. Milwaukee doesn't make a mower yet but they do have a weed trimmer which i own and am also very pleased with.
You’re not doing a true comparison on some of those tools. Ryobi makes an 18V hedge trimmer. Ryobi also makes a smaller shop blower that has more force as well do to a smaller blower opening. You’re obviously jaded towards more expensive brands. Tell everyone how many more times expensive Makita is for the same product and it would sway a lot of people. BTW I’m a GC and have Milwaukee but also about every Ryobi tool made at home. Those Ryobi tools have made me a lot of money over the years.
I always had Makita or Milwaukee at work, but at home I’ve gone all in on Ryobi tools. Hedge trimmer, blowers, lights, string trimmer, mitre saw, angle grinder etc. Of course, the drill/driver is not balanced with the smallest battery (1,5 ah). I use only 2,5 ah batterys because I think they have the best weight/performance ratio. Honestly, the 40v hedge trimmer is really bad idea unless you are the Rock. I use the 18v and small-ish batterys.
I'm posting 2 years after this was recorded, and I'm a very happy home owner who's had Ryobi 18v tools since 1998. I haven't had a need to get new batteries for a while now, the generic Amazon NiMh replacements were only $20 each in 2017 and those 3 are still doing okay.
Fast forward 15 years and the lithium batteries have breathed a new life into it, along with the cheap blower (same version in this video but blue not green). Ryobi Day's sale at Home Depot, I picked up 4 of the 4 amp hour lithium batteries for $100. At $25 per battery, that's an amazing deal for the better lithium upgrade. I also picked up the hedge trimmer (as shown in this video) to tame this ugly bush on the side of the house. It looks way better now and the tool worked incredibly well.
I also ordered a lithium 9 amp hour battery from Amazon for $140 to use with my old blue Ryobi trimmer. The old NiMh batteries never gave me more than 10 minutes of run-time and I shelved the thing back in like 2009. At my new home, I can now trim the entire property and blow the clippings easily, while running the riding mower along my normal path. I can't believe that I swore on gas powered tools for years, and today I'm switching back to the 15 year old electric versions which do an amazing job working on my 1/2 acre lot.
I'm super happy that I've stuck to my Ryobi tools. None of them have ever been a problem for me. Not one has broken. I commend Ryobi for keeping up with these as well as creating new versions with improved performance. For the guys who just need a decent tool, these seem to do the job just fine.
At my job as an aircraft mechanic (large jets), we deal with a LOT of screws, bolts, etc. Between my coworkers, we have multiple sets of every brand under the sun. There are days where you're spending the entire day on top of and under a wing, removing thousands of screws for access panels.
I have exclusively Ryobi, mainly because that's what my relatives had. My coworkers and I all borrow each others' tools, and we all have a pretty good feel for the differences between them. In my 10 years as a mechanic, I can't think of any coworker who regretted his/her brand decision. They all do the job, batteries all last between breaks, they're all plenty comfortable, and they all last about the same amount of time and use before dying.
Where some coworkers have traded up is within their own brand. The drill/impact set you tested here is a perfect example, as they're the cheapest and least powerful ones Ryobi has. Most mechanics who have purchased them simply ended up buying the better version down the road. The cheap ones then get relegated to home use, where they do just as good as any other drill or impact.
Fun fact, I had a Ryobi impact (step above the cheapest available at the time) that, after a couple years, we all decided it was time to kill. We would throw it around the ramp, run it over with scissor lifts, soak it in skydrol (hydraulic fluid) and jet fuel overnight, drilled screws into the motor, and even dropped it from 60 feet using boom lifts. It survived in incredible 5 years of this abuse before finally breaking in half when somebody accidentally knocked it off a table.
😂that seems like something I would do:)
I dont get it, a lot of screwing, with the thick uncomfortable Ryobi grips that has to fit the retarded overpriced batteries inside? At 6ft1in I have far from small hands but Ryobi grips are too thick for comfort, and you are in danger of developing hand problems before youre 50.
The real strange thing is that you as mechanics use private tools. Sounds like a 1960ies shipyard, "workers bringing their own grinder will be preferred for hiring"
@@pflaffik I've heard complaints of Ryobi's weight, but never has anybody complained about the grip being too big. It's all personal preference I guess.
It's pretty standard within the industry for aircraft mechanics to bring their own basic tools. The company provides PPE and consumables (bits, scrapers, etc) as well as specialized, calibrated and oversized tools (torque wrenches, 3/4"+ drive socket sets, etc). They also have basic tool sets for new mechanics just getting into the industry.
Some companies, especially the high volume and manufacturing ones, do provide 100% of tools. The reason for this is to control FOD. These tools tend to have fully shadowed boxes with 100% tool control at the end of a shift or job.
@@supersnot4 Best explain what FOD is... Foreign Object Damage. I'm shocked that your employer hasn't got a Tool Control program! Last thing I'd want as a pilot is some mechanic's tools jamming my controls or landing gear, puncturing my fuel tank, but you are in the civilian world, i wasn't. Air Canada?
@@supersnot4 Ploffy Kha is probably more used to handling his penis by the sound of his review, that's why the Ryobi grip seems TOO BIG for him!
Makita on the job, Ryobi at home. Teal is for construction and green is mostly for yard work and changing tires.
I hate to empty my truck, or leave a tool at home that I need at work. Basically what I'm saying is that they're both good.
One thing I do want to add is that there is in fact a space to add a hook onto both the impact driver and the drill. Included in the packaging should be a clip that can be attached to either the left or right side of the driver/drill.
Interesting, thanks for sharing that.
They stopped including the clip with the tools for some sill reason. But there should be a screw hole on either side and you can buy the clip if you want it.
@@billsedutto8824 I got a Ryobi Impact driver maybe a year ago - had access for a clip and a clip included. too bad they stopped including it
Checked 2 ryobi tools i had on a shelf here, no screw holes for clips. There should be an older Ryobi impact wrench somewhere here, gotta check for screw holes but im sure it didnt come with a clip.
@@pflaffik when did you purchase them? Maybe it’s something they’re doing on the newer models. Also it’s not a screw hole for the clip. The clip I have with mine is shaped in such a way that if you squeeze it together it expands into place and stays put. Hard to describe but it’s not screwed in
Best part is getting so many tools for the low price. If a tool becomes something I use all the time, then I may get a Milwaukee for that, but love my Ryobi, and really love all the small specialty items like fans, glue gun, heat gun, caulk gun, lights, etc
yeah, I have some Ryobi 40v yard stuff and I actually love them. I use them all the time and they do everything I need them to.
I'm a DIY kind of guy. Recently I renovated my entire house. Since I'm not a professional I wanted to save money. So I only bought RYOBI products. I was not disappointed one bit. All of their products did the job I bought them for.
I’ve got a few Ryobi tools at home. They are more than adequate for home use. I’d say they have the best value of any tool.
I use the cordless hot glue gun to install stainless steel at work. 👍
It's hard to argue with the value proposition....unless you're a fussy tool snob that derives value from the performance of a high quality tool.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter I wasn’t really guilty of that until recently acquiring a Japanese made Makita impact. I feel like my eyes have been opened. Using any other impact now is so beneath me. 😂
@@HFRajuncajun i bought a Milwaukee 3/4" drive cordless impact and it's unbelievable how much power it has.
@@allanj4576 Makita impacts are outperforming Milwaukee, except the old 18v Makita 1/2" hightorque which isnt bad but not quite up there with waukee. The 40v Makita 3/4" drive (got one, love it!) is so superior to the Milwaukee that torquetestchannel had to compare it to the 1" waukee, still the Makita won in reverse. Your 3/4 against the Makita, its not even close, if you think the waukee is unbelievable the Makita will drop your jaw to the floor.
@@allanj4576 how much?
Ryobi vs - literally the best tools on the market, designed for professionals that hold them all day every day.
Ryobi is the expensive option for most people over here
@@ataphelicopter5734 what ?
It’s kind of stupid right
@@ataphelicopter5734 Yes, Ryobi is relatively "cheap". But that can only be true in US, as elsewhere $100 drill/driver is not a cost effective option.
In Europe I would skip Ryobi, for AEG or Bosch. They're better and slightly cheaper
Well Ryobi is trying to join the big brands and also Ryobi fan boys are talking about about Ryobi so yes it does make sense
I really like my Ryobi power tools. For me, they do not suck. They are great.
That’s awesome, I’m glad you enjoy the tools!
For the average homeowner it will do.
Ryobi is great for home owners. 1/2 the price and reliable. If you use these for work, obviously get something better.
Just a homeowner. Years ago I bought a skil corded drill. Drove two screws with it only to have a wire let go inside where the cord goes into the drill and it stop working. Brought it back and got a Dewalt drill. Night and day difference. Still have that drill today. You get what you pay for in this life friends.
Ryobi has always worked for what I need them for. But I would not use Ryobi if my livelihood depended on them. I do envy my friends with their Makita drivers that are lighter than a cell phone and have the torque of a Cummins diesel. Just can't justify spending that much for something I barely use.
As a tradesman of 30 years experience. I chose Ryobi because though they are not the best and don't have the glamor of Milwaukee and Makita , they' are not the most expensive either .
When you work all the time tools get broken , misused by coworkers , stolen by people on the jobsite and strangers from your truck .
Affordable and cheap to replace and available in many outlets at home and abroad .
For most homeowners they'll only use these tools a handful of times, so getting the job done decently is really all that matters. As long as it isn't really crap and falling apart, for half the price it's worth it. I have the 18V brushed drill because it was the cheapest I found and it works just fine. Need a circular saw / miter saw for some small projects and considering the Ryobi for this as well.
Agree. This is essentially what I said above. The primary driver behind Ryobi's popularity is value. The brushless 7.25" circular saw sucks btw. I can't cut through much of anything without it stalling out on me - even with the HP batteries. It's surprising since my Ryobi reciprocating saw eats everything without a hiccup.
My dad got a Ryobi electric lawn mower on open box sale, 2 years ago. It still works good, cuts the backyard and front yard, battery still holds its charge.
Well, when I went to buy a corded drill (first-time homebuyer) the Ryobi was the only one in stock. For light DIY like hanging blinds, towel bars, and shelves it works fine for me. I can skimp on DIY tools because it's not my job. As a church musician, though, I buy the good editions of music scores, not the cheap bindings. So you just have to pick where you can skimp and where you need to invest properly.
My friend, I don't think you're in the position to comment that Ryobi being too cheap for pros. I'm a corporate manager, but I also do a lot of renovations on my own properties. I own more tools than you could imagine. The fact that your main occupation is a musician does not automatically give you an excuse to not do work with your hands. If you don't do it in exchange for money, that doesn't mean you have to be important in it. That's your choice. Now you have their basic of the basics tool that I wouldn't recommend even for your is case. And you're extrapolating this experience to say that their tools are not good enough for pros. Well they are good enough for me and I completed hundreds of thousands worth of work with them, literally.
I agree with your video, yet I find lots of use for Ryobi tools along side my Makita and Milwaukee tools. For instance one of my favorite outdoor tools is my Ryobi Devour powered sweeper (so much more zen than leaf blowing - its relaxing and satisfying to use!). Recently the lint from my washing machine clogged the drain pipe and our utility sink was not draining. Called the plumber - two days out - so got a Ryobi 25ft powered snake for about $80usd. Cleared the block, saved me about $200. I've got a great power scrubber I use in the showers and a couple of handy small vacuums for around the house. No drills or saws but the things I have are great.
And still my great grandma would finish faster with a rake and broom than your Ryobi sweeper.
I own Milwaukee,Ridgid,Makita and Ryobi power tools and Ryobi tools are fairly competent and well built at a fraction of price vs.the others.
I think this video isn’t totally encompassing of all Ryobi has to offer. I consider myself a tool snob as well and love some of the Ryobi stuff. Try the HP tools, the cordless nailers, the fans, the lights, and some of the household stuff. I used to hate on Ryobi but now I love the green!
Fair point! I was coming at this from the homeowner side of things with the tools that my friends and family buy(the cheap stuff).
Do you think Scott Brown also uses an impact gun when working on "sofeet"? A -3 on the chop saw was hilarious 🤣
😂I think so
As someone from New Zealand, the Scott Brown comment caught me completly off guard, and I had a mighty chuckle.
I'm a rather elderly DIY lady and I'm currently renovating our rental house. Last week I saw the two plumbers outside looking at their Milwaukee circular saw complaining ' something is wrong, its making a terrible noise, but its brand new'. So I leaned out the window and said 'would you like to borrow mine - a cheap and cheerful Ryobi?". LOL😄. And yes they did use it!
That is awesome!
I've always had Bosch tools but I've got a van full of Ryobi tools now (bought a business and that's how it was equipped). At first I thought I'd be replacing them soon enough but I've been using them for about a year and a half now and they seem to be holding up fairly well. The balance of the drills and impact are definitely an issue when compared with other brands I've used but for what I do, it's not a killer. I just use the tools to pop in a couple of screws or cut open a wall, trim a bit here or there, etc. If I was driving screws all day, they wouldn't be my choice.
The recip saw (sawzall) and the oscillating saw work about as good as any others I've used for what I do. The little 5 1/2" circular saw is a fairly weak but it's okay as long as you can hold a straight line. If you bind it up a little in bogs down to nothing. The 4 1/2" angle grinder works well but there is something about it that makes it a bit awkward to handle, especially when using a cutting wheel.
I've been using Makita for over 20 years and would never think of buying anything else especially with what I have invested in them. I recently took a chance and bought the 18g finish nailer and I have to say it was better than I ever thought it would be. It's not a passlode but it was a third of the price of those. I used it for roughly 1000 feet of quarter round and it lasted the entire day on one charge and did the job. I'm not switching my brand but some of them Ryobi tools are pretty good.
ditto to the tee....i just bought the 18 gauge brad nailer and its great......im a die hard makita guy, with over 10 grand worth to prove it...
@@nodoubt46able you can get an adapter for it so you can use Makita batteries with the Ryobi gun. It's like 15$ on Amazon and works great.
@@madmike8365 yep, got one a few days ago...ive got closeto 2 dozen makita batteries, so it works good
I have a Ryobi circular saw and router and love them both. They both are plug ins. I want to do more projects with them.
Thanks for the reviews!
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I'm just trying to figure out what balancing a drill on your thumb has to do with performance of the drill
I have noticed ryobi does make some of the most unique tools that most of the bigger brands don't make like power brooms and full size grout and tile cleaners for your patios I have most brands including ryobi love ryobi soldering irons and rotory tools they have a hp rotory tool that has a ratcheting chuck that is pretty awesome
Please redo this with the brushless one + HP line from Ryobi and see how you feel.
I had the old NiCd Ryobi tools back in the day and they were ok. The batteries eventually died and I replaced with Ridgid tools and now I've moved to Milwaukee M12 with some M18. I love the Milwaukee M12 line, the ratchets, cutoff saw, etc are all fantastic! But I had an electric plug in Harbor Freight chainsaw that I used and did some hefty tree work with so I went ahead and bought the 40v Ryobi "long cut" polesaw and it was fantastic! The battery lasted as long as I did (about 30-60 mins) and it did a great job cutting the trees in my yard. It never tossed the chain off the gears and was overall better than expected. I've since bought the regular chainsaw, the edger attachement and the reef blower for the 40v system and I'm actually quite pleased with it. I like the power of the "upgraded" reef blower and it's a lot more convenient to use than the 4 cycle gas backback version I have. I use the Edger the most though and while it's not quite powerful enough (I can bog it down and stall it) it's really perfect for my yard and likely most other peoples yards.
I chose to go all-in with Ryobi a year ago. Ditched DeWalt.
I have a nail gun, drill, impact driver, circular saw, sander, router, hedge trimmer, strimmer, torch... I regret none of them.
I reckon I've saved 50% across the shop tools compared to DeWalt, and have a single battery solution to my workshop.
Oh.
And I built the workshop with these tools... (And others that Ryobi don't do in that range... Compressor etc)
For me and my uses, Ryobi is perfectly acceptable.
Just for the record. Went 9 days without power after hurrican ian. Powered window unit air conditioners with ryobi generator n used 400 lumen ryobi lights in the house and circulated air with my two ryobi fans. Thanks ryobi 👍
It took me a while but I finally caved to the "buy once cry once" method of picking tools and it has served me well. I'll still buy the occasional harbor freight tool for one time projects. But if I know I will use something frequently, getting something more reliable/accurate that I won't have to spend money replacing or upgrading makes more sense.
One good trick is that you can almost always find quality used tools locally. If you are patient you can find high end used tools for the price of a new cheap tool.
Lol you mean stolen tools from a mexican at a garage sale lol
I just a homeowner that does way too much DIY, and I have been using the Ryobi One+ tools for close to 15 years with no problems... until yesterday. My year old Ryobi 18V Impact driver bit the dust in the middle of trying to sink a bunch of deck screws in prep for sanding a deck. It lights up, but the motor won't spin. Thankfully I still have my old one, because the sander is on it's way.
Thanks for sharing your experience Joshua. I like to dump on Ryobi but I know that they offer an incredible value for the job they do.
Thanks for the video. It was thought provoking. A suggestion if I may. The rating system is useful but I don't remember you mentioning how you arrived at the rating, whether or not you used the tools for any specific period of time and on what types of work. While I appreciate that this wasn't supposed to be scientific and I get that, ratings between tools are only meaningful in a consistent, defined test scenario. I know there are other channels out there that take that to a more scientific level but, if not doing the basics, would advise against using a rating out of 10. Perhaps do a poor, decent, good, very good, great rating and perhaps consider discussing what test scenarios (or not) are in use at the start. If this is just you examining the tools without using them, call that out. I'm not trying to be awkward! I genuinely enjoy your channel and have subscribed many months ago. Your commentary on the balance of the drills was quite insightful. This is just some constructive feedback. Thanks for considering!
I gave had a corded Ryobi Table Saw for 20 years or more. Works great. I probably should take the guard that stops wood fron kick but actually stop from pushing all the way thru sometimes. The adjustable stop you just need to square it properly from time to time. The saw has feet that fold up so it make easy storage.
I'm not a professional but a very keen DIYer renovating and restoring an old home. As needs demanded I had to upgrade or buy new tools to enable me to get my work done and at that point I had to make a decision - budget range or premium? The first thing I bought was a battery powered RYOBI drill/driver with a couple of batteries. All in all, I was very happy - in fact, surprised. In the past my tools were all mains powered and of a variety of brand names.
Over the course of the next 5 years I've bought 17 of the RYOBI ONE+ tools and a few extra batteries and have NEVER been let down. So why did I choose Ryobi over a more pricey brand? Simple. As I wasn't a professional and therefore wasn't going to use my tools 8 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year I couldn't justify spending double the amount of money (or more) simply to have those tools sit on my garage shelf week after week. I just imagined the tools as $100 notes sitting on the shelf not being used and knew I could spend my money more wisely.
What the presenter fails to realise is that he is comparing a DIY tool with a professional range and of course the professional range will win out every time. But as a part time DIYer (albeit a keen one) I could spend my money intelligently, get a tool that would do the small number of jobs it was required to do and I would have money left over to buy all the other necessities - nails, timber, paint, tiles, etc, etc.
So, spend $200 and get a (premium) tool. Or spend $200 and get a (budget) tool, the timber, nails, paint and tiles and get the job done to everyone's satisfaction. It's as simple as that - compare apples with apples.
When i started searching for tools i was looking for ryobi but there was almost nothing to find here in the Netherlands and i also wanted some more professionel grade tools because i do heavy construction work sometimes and i wanted to look more profesionel with it😁😁 but still i also think for home owners ryobi is good for the price/quality. Thanks again for the nice video bud!! Only positive and love from me bud!
Cheers buddy, enjoy the weekend!
@@TheFunnyCarpenter you too budd!!!!
I doubt the factuality of this, Ryobi is not cheap in Europe, esp batteries are overpriced to a ridiculous level. Are you saying this only to be diplomatic? "for home owners ryobi is good for the price/quality"
I have three tools from them and they work well for me. My drill is 6 years old and two are a few years and my last one I purchased not too old. I am using them off grid on our land building our property up with a new home, etc. I sure like my tools
Your friends and family's tools are spotless
I’m a reluctant Ryobi fan for some tools. The long reach garden hedge trimming tool (the first Ryobi tool I purchased) was brutal. The 18 Volt silicone / caulk gun is a hand saver. The 18 Volt Brad nailers are great. The garden sprayers (I negligently destroyed one and upgraded to the bigger one) are amazeballs. The 18 Volt tyre inflator is excellent. The 18 Volt hot glue gun is a total game changer. I’m not disagreeing at all with your findings, but the platform is way broader than woodworking equipment. Some of their stuff is very effective and cheap.
The main disadvantage for ‘sustained work’ with the Ryobi 18 Volt system is the battery - the 5 Ah takes hours, rather than many minutes, for an equivalent Makita battery, to charge.
Excellent points! The breadth of the Ryobi platform is incredible.
I have the caulk gun but even at the lowest speed it's too fast to be manageable, IMO. Yeah, I have the inflator and it's a super deal for it's value, and I have the hot glue gun, too but haven't used it. Have you tried an of the staplers or nailers? They are really good, IMO. I also have the pvc pipe cutter which really works well. I'm looking at the bolt cutter and shears, now.
I should be getting the 18GA brad nailer with the mail in about a week, and I have seriously considered the caulking gun when I need it as it is only 1/4 the price of the Bosch Pro gun.
I already have the 18V pressure washer and the compact power scrubber, and I love them. :)
@@HepauDK The caulk / silicone gun is brilliant. I had the Makita gun when I picked up the Ryobi version. The Makita gun is a much higher quality / capacity gun, but I never use it now. The Ryobi gun is ideal for my home / diy uses. If you have a house, and own a Ryobi battery, you won’t regret the outlay on the caulking gun after you use it once. It encourages you to maintain your house.
The main reason why I purchase Ryobi 18v is due to the battery platform! I had Porter Cable and they would change the battery just about every year.
is that a bubble level on the makita speaker?
I got the ryobi drill and impact driver. They are fine. Only issue is that the drills chuck can’t close small enough for smaller bits.
What brand is the long bits you use?
The balance depends on battery size. Put a 6ah on the drill it will be balanced.
Yeah that's what I think too
I love your channel, however your side by side comparison is a not quite fair While Ryobi may not be the "top of the line" but you didn't do an apples to apples comparison. For example there are several impact drivers, and blowers, and miter saws to choose from...
Fair point, Ryobi definitely has some nicer tools.
I've used Ryobi for less than 6 month and the impact broken on me already. I did buy one of their newer impacts and it seems much better for only $60
That's a short life span for that tool. I had an older version from 2002 ish and it lasted me well over 10 years. Did you drop yours often or did it just die from "standard use"?
@@szlash280z I did use it a lot I build my deck with it and the motor just blew apart. I don't think I ever really dropped it.
I have a Ryobi Brad nailer, drill, router and weed trimmer for several years and ALL of them have held up unbelievably excellent and that's with abuse, I don't baby tools. For the price there is nothing close. The batteries are also excellent and still hold a good charge.
I was helping a buddy repair his deck and needed to drive some lags. I had my Ryobi 3/8 impact driver(brushed, cheap one) and my buddy had his brand new Milwaukee M18 3/8 impact driver. The Ryobi crushed the Milwaukee. Not sure how, but it was able to drive the lag within an inch of flush, the milwaukee stopped far earlier. Yes, both had same aH battery. The Ryobi wasn't fully charged though
Rewatching this and observing the choice to just blow over the wind gauge with the 36v blower may have made me chuckle.
Lol, that big blower is awesome.
Hi!! I live in a small apartment on my own and have some issues and need help! I have a small indent “hole” in my wall from the bedroom door handle when it got swung back and hit the wall.
Also, my bedroom door is chipping, and there’s small crack in the door. The wood is chipping out; it’s a solid wood door with white paint, should I try sanding it and get white paint and paint over the wood?
You can use some wood filler and or glue for the door before paint. With the wall if the hole is not too bad you could use drydex wall filler and fill it in. If it's bad and has broken a hole in the drywall, you may want to try one of those mesh patches and then some drydex over top...or a simple California Patch.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter thank you!!
Could you review the rebar cutters please
Ryobi makes an 18 volt hedge trimmer you should have compared against the Makita. Also, Ryobi makes a comparable blower to the Makita. I agree with you on the Makita blowers but Makita is twice as expensive. I would probably buy a Makita blower if doing it over. Both the Makita and the Ryobi drills are made in China. I like the Makitas and have both of their compact drill and impact driver. Also, something you didn't mentioned is that Makita batteries last a VERY long time. Ryobi not so much. Finally, Ryobi makes a portable hot glue gun that is the best in the business! NO ONE makes anything like this thing. AND it sits on that wide battery and you don't have to worry about a cord or some little dinky thing falling over at the slightest touch and ruining something. Ryobi has it's place. First, Home Depot carries in stock almost everything Ryobi makes, not so much with Makita. You have to order it and wait two weeks. Secondly, as a homeowner and DYI'er I don't beat the shit out of the tools every day like you do. Overwhelming here in New Mexico, the contractors carry nothing but Milwaukee everything. One reason is that Milwaukee tools are rebuild-able which is cheaper than buying new tools. And the complete line is carried by a local supplier, not a big box store. Thanks for the review, but it is my opinion that you didn't present a fair comparison based on use case.
Excellent point on the battery life! I should have mentioned that.
@@TheFunnyCarpenter The other battery related Makita advantage in some cases is the smaller battery footprint. Ryobi, with their stem approach makes for a quite wide platform that may not fit in some tight spaces. On the other hand, current Ryobi batteries fit ALL past and present Ryobi tools. You can have a 15 year old drill with a dead battery, shove a new Ryobi battery into it and off you go!! No one else in the industry has done that including Festool. My Makita compact drill and impact driver are not that much bigger than my 12V DeWalt versions with a LOT more power in the same size package. Roybi's new compact series still use their rather large battery footprint, thus making them not so compact!!
Tool snob.
I appreciate good tools but for my purposes Ryobi is awesome.
My dad purchased a grass trimmer back in 2013. When he passed away in 2018 I acquired it. I use it every week. The only thing I’ve ever had to replace on it is the cap that holds the string in place. I also bought a Ryobi blower. No, it doesn’t blow a hurricane, but it does blow the grass and the leaves off the driveway, maybe I have to walk with it a little more than I would with a professional blower but, I can use the exercise. Then I bought their circular saw, and I’ve done quite a few projects with it with no problem. The thing is if you just want to do small jobs around the house, Ryobi is excellent in my opinion.
Of course, if you make a living using power tools, one might want to upgrade.
Ryobi chainsaw is my first tool, works really well. Also compact drill burns wood with fast srewing ;) good tools, the price of them and popularityvis rising!
You get what you pay for …. having said that if you’re only going to use it once in a while, Ryobi is just fine. You wouldn’t buy a Ferrari to deliver newspaper.
Ryobi DOES make a decent portable light, and a good home cordless grinder for lawn tool sharpening.
That would be one fun paper route:)
Yeah, but only because Ferraris are famous for being unreliable. 🤣
@@ytsux9259 Sure they are … how many do you own?
I have used Ryobis for over 20 yrs when they still had the blue tools.
My 18volt batteries still run the tools I have.
All 18volt Ryobi batteries are interchangeable and they promised in 2001 never to change the connection points.
A new charger is needed to charge the new technology batteries.
All the other systems have changed battery systems and connection points with each upgrade.
So replacement costs go up and good luck finding a battery for your ten year old tools that still work.
The first of the newer Ryobi's I bought was a reconditioned Drill Driver combo in 2007.
I still have the drill and it still works.
I burned up the impact after 7 years and a lot of self tapping metal screws putting together metal buildings.
The 18 gauge brad nailer is outstanding.
I have put on a lot of base board with it.
I have 90 percent good experiences with Ryobi tools.
I use them constantly.
There are a few I was disappointed with
The oscillating saw burned through batteries faster than the saw burns through blades.
I never bought a blower, hedgetrimmers, the miter saw or a flashlight.
DONT buy the Miter saw. My neighbor is always super pissed at it because of how flimsy the fence is and how inaccurate the cuts were…. I bought the ryobi tablesaw and returned it after 3 uses. The blade would not stay straight after each use. The stand was wobbly, and the fence was wobbly too… it’s all plastic even the knobs that turn it. For regular hand tools I don’t see a problem with ryobi but for major tools, screw that… I ended up replacing it with a dewalt
got a hammer drill stop drilling and the chuck keeps tirning and the drill bit falls out..In the process of trying to get the chuck off..
I can't speak for Ryobi... but...
I use Parkside powertools from Lidls Supermarket here in Ireland... and they are great !!
😎👍☘🍺
Main points....
Great value,
Brushless,
cheap batteries,
Team X20 platform across the range...
AND a no quibble 3 year warranty as long as you have a purchase reciept code... damn good deal...
And, if my tools are stolen , its not a ball-breaker to buy new ones... you can keep yer Makita / DeWalt / Festool etc... 😏
Nice video !!
I have the new corded 10 inch miter saw and it came out the box dead accurate and has features and build quality close to the 700 dollar saws all for 200 bucks. It’s a complete work horse
I'm a DIY'er and I cannot say enough great things about Ryobi. Their tools aren't perfect, but they're so much cheaper than the competition. They also offer brushless versions of many of their tools, so you have even more flexibility to find the tool specs that suit your needs.
The batteries also offer a lot of choice - you can use the 1.5/2 Ah batteries that come with them, or upgrade to the better 4.0 Ah batteries.
I bought a pack that included a skill saw, job tool, driver, drill, flashlight, and sawz-all for like $200. It included the fast charger and 2 batteries. I've been adding to my collection and wouldn't ever switch.
If I were on a job site every day, I'd probably want something better, but for me it would be wasted money.
Also that miter saw looks like an old model - is that a current model? Do you know what year that was built?
One more update - as big a fan as I am of the Ryobi tools like their impact driver, drill, etc., I agree that the miter saws are NOT worth it. I returned mine and upgraded to a Dewalt. I spent about an extra $80 but totally worth it.
Ryobi has a new miter saw and it’s a beast. Havent tried the other new items but im hearing wonderful things
Have you tried the new Ryobi line, they are kick ass tools and not cheap anymore, I am a pro, and I love it, I own 37 different tools using the same battery, it's a blessing... speaking of Miter Saw, Ryobi 10" Slide with 2 batteries is not in the DIY section, it is sold only to pros, Using 4 amp batteries makes it better as well, also have 3 Makita 12 volt tools. The Ryobi nail gun it will outperform any other brand any time and no it's not a joke. Note, I still have my Makita 9.6 volt drill from 35 years ago, yes I was in the business before so many of you were not even born yet. I have couple tools Black and Decker made in USA.
fyi, HD stores in the US stopped selling that ryobi blower (aka a "sweeper) a few years ago -- good to know it's still available in Canada! The plastic fan on my first one broke after a few years of use and I happily bought another one when they were still available here. It's a light and fairly quiet tool anyone can use and great for simple jobs on hard surfaces. In fact, I've often used it up on my roof to blow out dry debris that collects in a couple of roof valleys and in my rain gutters (and on top of my gutter screens). The ryobi stores upright in our closet so it's easy to grab when needed. As others have commented, one must compare apples::apples. fwiw, as I live in a woodsy area, when I really need to get after tree debris I strap-on my Stihl gas-powered backpack blower. No comparison there of course. Plus, it was 10x the price of the ryobi (but only 5x the price of the makita, LOL.)
Ryobi Guy here...
1. Impact driver "Balance Test"
You are comparing a ryobi with the smallest battery to a Milwakee with a large battery and saying they're not balanced. Try throwing a 4ah battery in the drill and check the balance.
Also, there are different versions of the tools. For example the Impact Driver P234 does not have a belt hook...correct. But the P234g does!
2. Hedge Trimmers
Your main complaint was that the Ryobi was heavier...of course it is!!! You're comparing a 40v tool with a large battery to an 18v tool with a small battery.
3. "Leaf Blowers"
That, by all accounts, even Ryobi's is NOT a leaf blower...it's a hard surface blower. Ideally meant for cleaning up loose debris such as sawdust and the like. When you don't use the tool for it's intended purpose of course it's not going to measure up.
4. Chop Saws
Although I do not have THAT chopsaw that you demonstrated. I can assure you the 18v Dual Bevel Compound Mitre Saw is fantastic. Runs off two batteries, can easily cross cut a 10" board, not as harsh a startup, and even has an electronic brake.
So when you're comparing things, compare comparable items....not things that have no reason being compared to eachother.
Just my two cents.
I just wanted to through a comment in about Ryobi - I am a metal fabricator and have my original Ryobi cordless 1/2" drill that I bought 18 years ago and guarantee it has seen more abuse drilling through 1/2" steel plate numerous times over the years, dropped off more than one roof and hit the concrete floor of the shop more times than I can count, by far more abuse than any normal DIY person - Used and abused so often you can smell it burning up but it just keeps going - That original set is still functioning with original batteries long replaced. That original set caused me to purchase their brushless line as well - I have zero complaints and have only destroyed one cordless grinder while watching my friends toss their DeWalt's & Milwaukee's over the years. The big seller, the battery configurations never changed - Now some will say I got lucky with my choices but I have abused these tools so often I just don't see spending the high dollar on another brand. Thanks
I have found that Ryobi One Plus tool set is amazing for a homeowner!
I have Ryobi tools with 2 of their largest 18v batteries. They work great, including the air blower.
Good to hear
I bought a Ryobi angle grinder for a diy project. I liked the tool while using it. It did the job well. However, I recently needed it again and had to use a different grinding disc. For the life if me, the one on the tool refuses to come off. Not sure if that happens on other brands, but was surprised since had only used it for a couple weeks.
Could be the ring cross threaded on there, try using a channel lock. Usually does the trick for most grinders
Thing about Ryobi is there are many models of each Ryobi tool, people often buy the cheapest models like what you showcased here but that isn't where the best value is for Ryobi you have to spend a little more and it will still be much cheaper but the quality will be nearing the other brands. Some trades people use Ryobi but they buy from the Ryobi HP line and use the HP batteries that boost performance.
Love your channel. Ryobi is hit or miss, I don’t love the ryobi hand tools but I use drills etc a lot. I use my miter saw a few times a year for projects, so I bought the ryobi and it’s fine - swap the blade for a Diablo and it’s a beast for me. But also invested in a makita track saw which I use in general more. Professionals should spend extra money and get the good shit, it’s almost not a debate lol.
What about the Ryobi Brad nailer & Stapler?
How do u make a whole video with this type of content an not mention the pro series of the very same tools your testing ?
I ❤️ Ryobi my hedge trimmers are great. LOL, I also got the 18 volt chainsaw brushless recently. That thing is awesome. Don't expect to cut down a tree, but you can sure trim one. I have Milwaukee tools, and Ryobi tools. Love them both
ROFLMAO!!! I just started watching Scott Brown and I was cracking up on the "DEEK" build video! HAHAHAHA
Scott Brown is a beauty- I enjoy his videos quite a bit!
@@TheFunnyCarpenter Yessir! I love watching Kingpost Timberworks from NZ as well, I would love to live down there!!! alas...I'm stuck in New Mexico, not New Zealand LOL
Haha, now you know how we kiwis and aussies have always thought about the US and Canadian accents. Just as weird for us to hear you guys mispronounce words:-)
I have several of the 18v tools used on all kinds of household projects... and I built a barn with them. They work great. I just wish my drill would die so I could get a new brushless one. It won't give it up and wants to last forever, like all of them.
The only one I have used that died, was the LED floodlight after a couple thousand hours (no exaggeration) of use. Replaced with the new model.
I am waiting for my Ryobi impact to die to move to the brushless, I have used it a lot over the past ten years.
I've had my drill and driver set for about 6 years now use them on a daily basis and had no problems with them
i love using the sander and brad nailer.
i hate the (non brushless) circular saw, it was cheap but can't rip through 4x8 3/4 plywood without stopping.
Totally agree as a plumber I use Milwaukee with a bit of dewalt but ryobi does have its place for the homeowners out their that only use tool on occasion
i have Ryobi tools in my garage and they worked fine for me so far.
I don't have any Ryobi tools personally, however I have used a few and I own and have owned plenty of Bosch, Makita etc tools I can't say I feel strongly either way towards any brand, Ryobi tools felt ok in the hand done the job I asked of them, I can't say at any point I felt 'I wish I had my makita'
I tend to agree with the video - Ryobi tools do the job and are affordable - fine for the DIY person who doesn’t care whether the tool is especially nice. FYI: Ryobi, Milwaukee, and Rigid are all made by the same company, Techtronic.
Did you know Makita has an 18v budget tool line? Withy their own battery system too. Thankfully its not being sold in most markets but fact is its more or less a Ryobi equivalent. Is it actually a good thing that Techtronic Industries deliberately cripple Ryobi tools to not compete with their own Milwaukee brand? My vote is No.