The battery voltage should not be a consideration when choosing one of these trimmers, the thickness of the branches you'll be cutting should be your primary consideration as there is a big difference between the two trimmer's cutting capacity.
I had the 18v, does a good job for personal/homeowner use. Sold it after I got a trimmer attachment for my ryobi gas weed eater. The 18v was still more convenient, and lighter but since I do some trimming jobs the gas powered trimmer worked better. I have the 40v leaf blower and will be getting more 40v tools down the road.
How does using the attachment on the trimmer go? Is it awkward? I got my mother the 40v brushless expand it model, but I worry it might be heavy and clunky as a trimmer.
How about a review comparing the performance of a gas trimmer versus battery. I just broke my Echo hedge trimmer and thinking about a battery version to replace it.
I new to ryobi but I just purchased a 40v hedge trimmer but it looks different than the one you have with the battery on the back and looks more like the 18v you have. Do they sell two diffent 40v 24" hedge trimmers?
Good video. What is the difference between this and the model which has a yellow handle. I see that these have black handles? which model is newer - the one with black or yellow handle?
I have no Ryobi tools. All Milwaukee and Ridgid but I can get the Ryobi string trimmer and hedge trimmer for less than the Milwaukee string trimmer so i'm thinking about going Ryobi. Just can't decide on 40v or 18v. Is there a large difference in run time?
I have both 18v and 40v systems. I would probably go for the 40v system because I keep those batteries in my garage mostly for yard use. I don’t have many bushes that I would prune, so the extra weight shouldn’t be too bad.
Hows the battery life of 4ah 18v battery vs a 4ah 40v battery. Do the run the same length since they have the same AH? I've not been able to find any good answers online.
Good video. I have the 18 volt unit and am happy with it, especially since I bought it on sale. The weight and cost of the 40 volt unit seem to be a great negative for this unit.
Thanks Jack! Yeah if you don't have any 40v tools, this hedger is probably not a good enough reason to get them. Better to stick with the 18v system if you already have 18v Ryobi batteries.
This is the year for me to purchase the hedge trimmer. My electric is getting a bit old, ten plus years. Being as I also have numerous 40V yard tools, I originally was leaning toward the 40V hedge trimmer. Being as I have their 18V tools as well after watching your video I am more leaning to the 18V. Thank you for your review and explanation, much appreciated. Question: Why do guys wear their hat backwards? Truly, it looks darn goofy making them appear "not right bright", and the propensity for reducing one's appearance of credibility.
The hedge trimmer is my one ryobi purchase I regret. I have the 40v mower so bought the brushless 40v attachment trimmer. Then I got the hedge trimmer attachment for it. It cuts great. And being 6’4 I really like having my outdoor tools on a long handle. However, I really wish I had just paid the extra $ and gotten the articulating head one. Because I end up in some very awkward positions trimming my bushes around the house. Other than that though I love it. Cuts great. And awesome on the long handle to reach spots that are further away.
There is a HUGE difference in how thick a branch these machines can cut! The 40V trimmer cuts TWICE the thickness. How can you say, there is no difference? 3/8in for the 18Volt models is half of the 3/4in the 40V model can do. Is your math this poor?
Never have I understood why someone wears a hat backward, the bill is for protecting ones eyes. Wearing it backwards comes across as a “Bubba” or “Red Neckerson”. Appearance alone adds to, or subtracts from ones credibility.
Hey Ric, do you know what else subtracts from ones credibility? Commenting the same backwards hat question 2x on 1 video lol. Also shortening the name Richard to Ric and leaving the K off comes across as a Bubba just the same. Main reason is stated by Pro1er but your opinion is your opinion right....some think it looks cool and some think it makes you look like a Richard Cranium.
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This is the comparison video I needed..... Thank you guys for more awesome content..
Thanks Brian! We appreciate the feedback.
I have the 18v it seems to be doing a pretty good job with several over grown junipers.
The battery voltage should not be a consideration when choosing one of these trimmers, the thickness of the branches you'll be cutting should be your primary consideration as there is a big difference between the two trimmer's cutting capacity.
I had the 18v, does a good job for personal/homeowner use. Sold it after I got a trimmer attachment for my ryobi gas weed eater. The 18v was still more convenient, and lighter but since I do some trimming jobs the gas powered trimmer worked better. I have the 40v leaf blower and will be getting more 40v tools down the road.
How does using the attachment on the trimmer go? Is it awkward? I got my mother the 40v brushless expand it model, but I worry it might be heavy and clunky as a trimmer.
Do a video about the ryobi zero turn electric lawn mower. Best lawn mower I have ever owned.
How about a review comparing the performance of a gas trimmer versus battery.
I just broke my Echo hedge trimmer and thinking about a battery version to replace it.
the 40 volt cuts thicker bush stems also...which is why i would buy ...the 18 olt is a lot slower and is not not able to perform as well...
I new to ryobi but I just purchased a 40v hedge trimmer but it looks different than the one you have with the battery on the back and looks more like the 18v you have. Do they sell two diffent 40v 24" hedge trimmers?
Good video. What is the difference between this and the model which has a yellow handle. I see that these have black handles? which model is newer - the one with black or yellow handle?
In the video it clearly shows that 40v cuts better. Am I wrong?
I have no Ryobi tools. All Milwaukee and Ridgid but I can get the Ryobi string trimmer and hedge trimmer for less than the Milwaukee string trimmer so i'm thinking about going Ryobi. Just can't decide on 40v or 18v. Is there a large difference in run time?
Good question! We just bought the 18v trimmer and are going to compare it to the 40v. We will let you know. Video coming soon!
Awesome video, going with the 40V! Thanks man! Go Texans!
Thanks! 😁
I have both 18v and 40v systems. I would probably go for the 40v system because I keep those batteries in my garage mostly for yard use. I don’t have many bushes that I would prune, so the extra weight shouldn’t be too bad.
I'd have to listen to the video again, but I don't remember hearing anything regarding battery charging time and usage time of both devices.
Hows the battery life of 4ah 18v battery vs a 4ah 40v battery. Do the run the same length since they have the same AH? I've not been able to find any good answers online.
Was going to get 18v because I have 2 18v drills. But the recommended amps for the hedge is higher on that 18v. So 40v it will be.
Great video! How about a review of RY40450?
Hi can you do a comparison of the 18v and 40v chainsaws in the future?
Thanks for the request! Yes, we as soon as we get our hands on a 18v we will compare it to the 40v's we have now.
No mention of battery life comparison?!?!?!
Im surprise Ryobi doesn't have a 60-volt hedge trimmer yet.
Good video. I have the 18 volt unit and am happy with it, especially since I bought it on sale. The weight and cost of the 40 volt unit seem to be a great negative for this unit.
Thanks Jack! Yeah if you don't have any 40v tools, this hedger is probably not a good enough reason to get them. Better to stick with the 18v system if you already have 18v Ryobi batteries.
This is the year for me to purchase the hedge trimmer. My electric is getting a bit old, ten plus years. Being as I also have numerous 40V yard tools, I originally was leaning toward the 40V hedge trimmer. Being as I have their 18V tools as well after watching your video I am more leaning to the 18V. Thank you for your review and explanation, much appreciated.
Question: Why do guys wear their hat backwards? Truly, it looks darn goofy making them appear "not right bright", and the propensity for reducing one's appearance of credibility.
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The hedge trimmer is my one ryobi purchase I regret. I have the 40v mower so bought the brushless 40v attachment trimmer. Then I got the hedge trimmer attachment for it. It cuts great. And being 6’4 I really like having my outdoor tools on a long handle. However, I really wish I had just paid the extra $ and gotten the articulating head one. Because I end up in some very awkward positions trimming my bushes around the house. Other than that though I love it. Cuts great. And awesome on the long handle to reach spots that are further away.
A good review but showing the machine working would have been better
he did.
There is a HUGE difference in how thick a branch these machines can cut! The 40V trimmer cuts TWICE the thickness. How can you say, there is no difference? 3/8in for the 18Volt models is half of the 3/4in the 40V model can do. Is your math this poor?
You will look more professional if you don’t wear your cap backwards. Cap backwards looks like a frat boy or bar hopper.
All I want to know is about cutting.................................................................this video is useless
Never have I understood why someone wears a hat backward, the bill is for protecting ones eyes. Wearing it backwards comes across as a “Bubba” or “Red Neckerson”. Appearance alone adds to, or subtracts from ones credibility.
If you wear your cap backwards, you won't get a “Red Neckerson”. 😁
Hey Ric, do you know what else subtracts from ones credibility? Commenting the same backwards hat question 2x on 1 video lol. Also shortening the name Richard to Ric and leaving the K off comes across as a Bubba just the same. Main reason is stated by Pro1er but your opinion is your opinion right....some think it looks cool and some think it makes you look like a Richard Cranium.