I've had my Ryobi set (Vac, Drill, Reciprocating Saw, & Circular Saw with 2 -18v Batts + Charger) for 11-12 years now and all the tools and batts still work like new.
Ryobi is made with the same technology goes into Milwuakee. They are made by Techtronic Industries in the same factory. The main difference is in materials and interface design. They are good tools. I wouldn't take this to the jobsite day after day and expect it to last but for the home gamer it fits the bill. I'm a pro metalworker with Milwaukee and Makita cordless kits in my workshop but I rock the ryobi in my basement for home and art projects.
I own, probably too many, Makita tools. I also own an increasing number of Ryobi 18v tools. I sold my Ryobi mitre saw and table saw, but I can say the 18g nailer, stapler, tripod light, and speakers from Ryobi are great, cost effective tools.
I am a Makita fan boy. But, bang for the buck, you are very hard pressed to match the price and quality of Ryobi's cordless nailers. As a flooring installation pro, we use red, yellow, and teal colored tools at the job site. But...there are 2 lime green 23ga, 1 18ga (and a yellow), and a 16ga. One of the 23's has been on the job for ... oh, probably five years now, and after five years of banging around the back of a work trailer is more reliable than my Makita. Should I have need of a cordless nailer I would certainly not be embarrassed to buy Ryobi, not embarrassed to take it on the job. Bottom line with any tool? Does it do the job?
Coming from a Milwaukee user, a few Ryobi batteries are a good thing to have around. I’m not paying m18 money for something I may use once or twice a year lol. Like my hedge trimmers I use on my 10’ of bushes.
I have about every cordless tool Makita makes. I am in the process of switching to Milwaukee. Makita has gone to $hit and they know it. Their quality is crap now. I have no problem with Ryobi. It's homeowner grade and works just fine for that purpose without a doubt. I've seen the Ryobi brad nailer in action. It worked great but did more damage to the wood than necessary.
Yeah, I did notice the Ryobi brad nailer was hitting a bit hard. I'm hoping to be able to tune it though, as I have seen some adjustments, just not played with it enough yet. I still like Makita, but have had some issues with new batteries fitting some of my older tools. It seems they added a tab that, if trimmed, allows the batteries to fit. I did a video about it while filming my porch remodel, but lost the footage. I'll see about recreating and putting it out in short form.
the ryobi airstrike is better in every way, i bought a 18v makita brad nailer and it consistantly misfired and couldnt sink 2" nails either. i work amongst people that have ryobi and milwakee versions and they both out preform my nailer. Everything makita except the 18g nailer, it sucks. i know 2 other coworkers that have had the same issue with their 19v makita brad nailer too. for the price and the performance the ryobi takes the cake.
Yes! It sucks. BAD. I am shocked it still on the market. The current milwaukee m18 pin nailer is really good.... However, the m18 finish nailer (15gauge) is darn near perfect. Even compared to quality pneumatic finish guns. Its an absolute pleasure to use.
Im equally invested into makita and have been for quite a while. I love their tools, their batteries, most everything about them. But their pin nailer is TRASH. Its clunky, oddly shaped, too large/heavy and has a LOT of issues setting nails consistently. I dont get rid of tools. But I got rid of that paperweight. And got the milwaukee m18 versions of the pin nailer, finish nailer, and framing nailer. They are top notch.
It did seem quite large, not that the Ryobi is by any means small. Although I have not seriously considered Milwaukee (yet), they do seem to have a nice line of tools that do seem to take up less room than most.
I’m in the same boat, tons of makita. Got their 23 gauge pinner maybe 2018-2019. It was the only makita I’ve owned that failed on me. I’m pretty sure they revamped it since then, maybe even have a 40volt I’d have to check. There were a lot of complains about the pinner back then. Might have a new model #now. But I already have the Milwaukee nail guns now.
Nooooo , NOT a bloody Ryobi ! You Makita backstabber . 😂😂🤣🤣👍👍. Dude , i'm also a Makita ho and i know it's a expensive brand ( not that expensive as bloody Festool but ok) you gotta do what you need to do. 😁😁👍👍
I've had my Ryobi set (Vac, Drill, Reciprocating Saw, & Circular Saw with 2 -18v Batts + Charger) for 11-12 years now and all the tools and batts still work like new.
You guys are making me feel better and better about my decision. Thanks for all the comments.
Ryobi makes good cordless nail guns.
Ryobi is made with the same technology goes into Milwuakee. They are made by Techtronic Industries in the same factory. The main difference is in materials and interface design. They are good tools. I wouldn't take this to the jobsite day after day and expect it to last but for the home gamer it fits the bill. I'm a pro metalworker with Milwaukee and Makita cordless kits in my workshop but I rock the ryobi in my basement for home and art projects.
I own, probably too many, Makita tools. I also own an increasing number of Ryobi 18v tools. I sold my Ryobi mitre saw and table saw, but I can say the 18g nailer, stapler, tripod light, and speakers from Ryobi are great, cost effective tools.
Thanks for letting me know, I'm not the only one. 😅
I am a Makita fan boy. But, bang for the buck, you are very hard pressed to match the price and quality of Ryobi's cordless nailers. As a flooring installation pro, we use red, yellow, and teal colored tools at the job site. But...there are 2 lime green 23ga, 1 18ga (and a yellow), and a 16ga. One of the 23's has been on the job for ... oh, probably five years now, and after five years of banging around the back of a work trailer is more reliable than my Makita. Should I have need of a cordless nailer I would certainly not be embarrassed to buy Ryobi, not embarrassed to take it on the job.
Bottom line with any tool? Does it do the job?
Wow! Thanks for that info, and coming from a pro, I feel so much better about my purchases.
Coming from a Milwaukee user, a few Ryobi batteries are a good thing to have around. I’m not paying m18 money for something I may use once or twice a year lol. Like my hedge trimmers I use on my 10’ of bushes.
Great point!
I like ryobi that's what I have for the most part and they're really affordable
They are affordable, to be sure. I'm impressed with their build quality as well, not bad tools at all.
I have about every cordless tool Makita makes. I am in the process of switching to Milwaukee. Makita has gone to $hit and they know it. Their quality is crap now. I have no problem with Ryobi. It's homeowner grade and works just fine for that purpose without a doubt. I've seen the Ryobi brad nailer in action. It worked great but did more damage to the wood than necessary.
Yeah, I did notice the Ryobi brad nailer was hitting a bit hard. I'm hoping to be able to tune it though, as I have seen some adjustments, just not played with it enough yet. I still like Makita, but have had some issues with new batteries fitting some of my older tools. It seems they added a tab that, if trimmed, allows the batteries to fit. I did a video about it while filming my porch remodel, but lost the footage. I'll see about recreating and putting it out in short form.
Im the same way, Makita everything. But when I want a certain tool and cant afford the Makita one I get Ryobi.
Amen!
the ryobi airstrike is better in every way, i bought a 18v makita brad nailer and it consistantly misfired and couldnt sink 2" nails either. i work amongst people that have ryobi and milwakee versions and they both out preform my nailer. Everything makita except the 18g nailer, it sucks. i know 2 other coworkers that have had the same issue with their 19v makita brad nailer too. for the price and the performance the ryobi takes the cake.
Yes! It sucks. BAD. I am shocked it still on the market. The current milwaukee m18 pin nailer is really good.... However, the m18 finish nailer (15gauge) is darn near perfect. Even compared to quality pneumatic finish guns. Its an absolute pleasure to use.
Thanks for the heads up, glad I made the right move
Thanks for backing up the claims, I've heard that multiple times now.
Im equally invested into makita and have been for quite a while. I love their tools, their batteries, most everything about them. But their pin nailer is TRASH. Its clunky, oddly shaped, too large/heavy and has a LOT of issues setting nails consistently. I dont get rid of tools. But I got rid of that paperweight. And got the milwaukee m18 versions of the pin nailer, finish nailer, and framing nailer. They are top notch.
It did seem quite large, not that the Ryobi is by any means small. Although I have not seriously considered Milwaukee (yet), they do seem to have a nice line of tools that do seem to take up less room than most.
I’m in the same boat, tons of makita. Got their 23 gauge pinner maybe 2018-2019. It was the only makita I’ve owned that failed on me. I’m pretty sure they revamped it since then, maybe even have a 40volt I’d have to check. There were a lot of complains about the pinner back then. Might have a new model #now. But I already have the Milwaukee nail guns now.
Did we forget how to use a hammer
🤣🤣🤣🤣
You know me well, I'll end up with the expensive nailer!!
Nooooo , NOT a bloody Ryobi ! You Makita backstabber . 😂😂🤣🤣👍👍. Dude , i'm also a Makita ho and i know it's a expensive brand ( not that expensive as bloody Festool but ok) you gotta do what you need to do. 😁😁👍👍
Right on