After my De Walt gear was stolen I bought the Ryobi One+ set as a stop gap just to get me back out working and earning. I have not replaced them! 5 years later they are still going strong. They are used every week day but not for really heavy duty stuff. I really cannot complain and I will be sticking with them as they just do the job and cost a fraction of the price of De Walt and Milwaukee..
Ditto. And they all improved greatly when the Li batteries came out. The circ saw used to be useless, now it's great. Only blue tool for me that bit the dust was the recipro saw, the blade device broke, but the motor is still good. Great tools all.
I’m a collision tech for a living. Admittedly I use Milwaukee exclusively at work but, ALL of my cordless tools at home are Ryobi and I put them through hell and they hold up great.
Honestly, big ups to Ryobi for keeping the same old battery system on their tools, and upgrading technology by adding to it in a way that doesn't invalidate the rest of the eco system. Sure the HP contacts might mar a bit of the housing on non-HP batteries, but you can still use either battery in either tool, or use newer batteries in older tools, or keep using the older batteries in newer tools. Not to mention that other tools at one time used the same D shaft style of connector. Long term battery platforms is honestly what makes me prefer Ryobi, they're dedicated to this style of battery, where any other company would ditch one platform for another once tech changes enough. My only concern is that these tools are getting so damn stubby, they need a new battery form factor to allow the tool to be as stubby s they're getting; such as reducing the length but increasing the height, as a stubby battery. What in the hell would a new form factor do to the long term ecosystem Ryobi has going for them? Sure, they could use a similar platform on top of the battery, chop the edge off of stubby tools to allow full sized batteries, but there's no solution for adapting full size tools to a stubby battery where balance is concerned, a full sized tool would just topple over, unless you shoehorn an adapter block on the front to act as a stand.
I think one day they will face to change battery it will be sad moment for all users. In my opinion that type battery is old compares other batteries but for me its good specially how simple tools are. I hope Ryobi will not die because of simplicity like Mercedes-Benz when produced engines that works too long :)
The main issue with them, aside from being a bit lower voltage than others, is that they stick out pretty good. So for instance, using their compact racket, they had to make the head swivel to compensate for the battery sticking way out past the head. My batteries never seem to last that long so I guess swapping them to a new system wouldn't be too bad, especially if they provide adapters in the interim.
They really screwed up doing this now their manuals don't even get the proper battery right. Their packaging the wrong batteries with tools to unload them. They won't be honest about cell construction and so on. Ryobi has become more expensive than milwaukee when bought at the right time and sales do to the battery bs. I'm returning everything I own and switching to milwaukee it's not even close when comparing.
@@onlywenilaugh6589 i'm guessing they will switch to a newer battery sooner than later. It limits them in tool design severely. The only way they could ever make this work is by having an adapter to make the new batteries work on older model tools AND giving people like 50% off a new battery when bring in an old battery to exchange. That way its decently fair and gets batteries recycled
Ryobi said they will keep this battery platform for years to come. they have more then 100-120 tools using this platform. It is very hard to do this change for a company that is oriented to home use and DYI-ers....
@@randybobandy9828 Agreed. I think tool fanboys started the whole brand war that we know of today in all other circles. I remember tools snobs well before I do video game and others. Guys and their tools are the original fanboys. It's like watching a bunch of ladies. I can't stand it.
As a widowed middle aged lady, I’ve used my Ryobi tools for different jobs around the house. It has made it easy for me to take care of myself. Today I picked up a hand held air inflator: I saved so much money by already having two batteries at home. I bought a duffel bag kit a few years back that had a few tools and charger in it and two batteries. So grateful it was on sale at HD and I could afford it. I’m into brand loyalty of this company because it’s less expensive for this lower income hard worker to afford.
I bought a Ryobi bandsaw and drill press many moon ago when their color was blue. Although I still use those tools...the quality wasn't very good at all but they were inexpensive for a DIYer. Fast forward 10 years later...I am redoing my basement. I bought a new Ryobi impact driver...had to put in about 300 2x4s framing...and build a bar...and soffit and so on. I figured...for the price...if I burn out the drill...that's fine. However, so far, I have been super impressed by my Ryobi drill. It is now one of my favorite. I love the battery system. It's done everything fantastic and saved my wrist at the same time. Ryobi is much different now than it was 10 years ago. And yes, I love the green color.
I used Ryobi tools for 20 years while working as an independent contractor and was always happy with them, especially after the introduction of lithium ion technology.
Same here and still am to this day. It's kinda funny that people call them "Homeowner tools," since the majority of what I do with these tools is the stuff that homeowners do with them. I just do it right the first time (and get paid for it). The vast majority of what I do is remodel work. I don't ever need to drive dozens of giant lag bolts through steel embedded concrete (or whatever stress test someone comes up with next). I need tools that cut, drill, drive, etc the things found in homes. My Ryobis handle those tasks all day, every day...at a fraction of the cost of Milwaukee and DeWalt.
In my experience, job site tools tend to go free range at some point in their life no matter how closely you watch ‘em. Whether they really are migrating to that farm for tools my dad told me about or they are being forcibly “adopted” by someone I don’t know, I just have to assume a certain % of tools will be lost when I leave the shop. That’s why I keep my more expensive Makita tools captive in my shop, and bring the less expensive Ryobi’s with me when I go out & about. They have more than enough power to get the on-site jobs done at a much less precious price point.
For 10 years i have been very pleased with ryobi. I have restored 4 houses and have only 1 battery fail. I did have the skillsaw start smoking and thought it was toast. with a new sharp blade it has gone on and worked as new. Just built a 10x10 chicken coup off grid and did all the cuts. Dollar for dollar + selection, you can not beat those tools
I am a residential maintenance person and my tools are ryobi for what I pay and value I get I cannot complain I still have some of the old blue ones and they still work just smoked my blue reciprocating saw after years of use found another blue one for $20 at a pawn shop not hardly a scratch on it so I will take my chances with it
Ryobi ain't what they use to be but in a good way. They keep suprising me. I have been test them in a commercial hvac world. I don't worry as much about them walking away while my back is turned, like my Milwaukee tools do. No one trys to take my batteries, maybe because no one has ryobi on site. Everyone makes fun of it but it always gets the job done. Never left wanting more power. Ryobi = AWESOME for the price!
I got my first Ryobi kit over 21 years ago. Everything works as well now as it did then. I would love to see a test against the best in class. I’ve gone through lots of batteries over the years and definitely like the new tech for weight and longevity.
I love the bright lime green personally. It's high vis in your work area... More important than esthetic appeal (although I personally think they are esthetically pleasing)
I have to say Ryobi HP brushless is a game change and have to give them hands down alot of credit for sticking to their guns and moving fwd in their brand. So far so good on our end. Love the channel
My construction company is split evenly Makita and Ryobi. After working with other contractors who use mainly DeWalt, we will be buying Ryobi tools almost exclusively from this point forward.
Bought the tool kit with free tool bag the circular saw and driver drill both caught fire on separate occasions not a fan of they’re tools but the weed whip holds up pretty well for my lawn
You have not lived until you use the 40 volt, 14 in. Ryobi chainsaw. Had to talk hubby into it because I am a bit intimidated by the gas one. Well, he used it and it lasted longer than he did! He told our daughter that if it wears out he is going to go buy a new one immediately. BUT....it has a 5 year warranty on it so it might be awhile. He hasn't let me play with it yet! Love Ryobi tools!
I have the 18v one+ hp brushless blower and it has a 4AH battery, can the batteries be swapped between that the the drills? I was kind of hoping that since they are all one+hp products that i could interchange batteries between everything
Look at a One + battery disassembled and you will see heavy wires connected to the two additional terminals. They are not signal wires. They are heavy conductors added to get more current out of the battery to help the tool when it is at the threshold of bogging. But they are extremely well engineered and I buy Ryobi whenever I can.
Same here. Upgraded to the smaller batteries & Ryobi One. Only need my tools occasionally. Gears failed on the drill motor. Drive mechanism on the hedge trimmer attachment failed. Miter saw blade won't stay tight on the arbor. Depth stop broke on the Drill Press. Weed eater attachment died. Contacts on the 40 Volt battery fried on the drive head. Nearly every Ryobi tool needs to be replaced. "Ya gets what ya pays for." Moving to Milwaukee, too. Are the Lion batteries compatible?
Many years ago, that was true. But everything I have been reading recently has Ryobi really stepping up it's game. Most tools are considered "prosumer" and some are even dipping into the pro market. They have become legitimate competition for Dewalt and Makita and the like but at a significant savings.
Im a roofing contractor nad I use Ryobi tools. Ryboi smash the jobs, Even the small 1.5 baterry last whole day, I use 1.5 since it makes the drill super light which makes it more handy. I also have 4 amps batteries but I only use them ryobi blower that last about 40 mins to hour depends on the variable trigger usage. I love their eco system due to its variety in tools options and easy to get hands on replacements.
I am a real fan of what Ryobi has been doing, tool line ups, 18VONE+ system. And so many new tools all the time! I think it’s over 280 tools now. Once you build your battery line up, they sell tool only tools that are so cost effective. So great that I want to start with some of their lawn and garden equipment. 18V (2) 4 ah batteries, 13” trimmer and a blower for $548 in CDN. What a deal and all 4 ah batteries, getting a start on high trigger time volume batteries!
I just bought that exact combo from Home Depot ,i was just walking around on December and they had a deal on it , it honestly motivates me to build stuff and do more ,can’t wait to get more tool
I bought Ryobi impact & drill in May, switched to Dewalt in June, and switched to Makita subcompact a few weeks ago. 😅 Size & weight of the tools I decided was really important to me.
I'm looking for an impact driver/ wrench to drill wood/metal/masonry + concrete and all so to wrench on my car my lug it's usually 126 nm but all so my dirtbike but like to use as a spline, torx, Philips and slot screw bits what would u recomend so I dont have to buy 3 tools but also got a heavy duty drill to drill thick metal
@@garynew9637 was looking at them but u can get 1/2" to 1/4" hex adapter to run torx and Philips and slot screw bits and can even get a 1/2" drill bit chuck I 🤔 probably better to go 1/2" then get impact resistant adapters and bits and sockets ect coz got decent drill for just drilling but it's a mains plug in one but so confusing all the types I know I want 20amp batteries and brushless
For Christmas 2020 I was lucky to have been gifted the Ryobi One+ hex impact driver and I was absolutely impressed!👌 Sadly 3 months later, it grew legs and I never saw it again. 😢 Fortunately for me, I still had the extra battery with charger and Ryobi green bag and being that I loved it enough I went back a few weeks ago and figured I'd just get another one.. Well, another one I did get! They had upgraded to the HD line, so the choice was clear. I picked up the newer Ryobi One+ HD 18-V Brushless 4-Mode Hex Impact Driver! (tool only) I'll most likely pick up a second battery or more soon. The battery I have now seems to get the job done. I'm impressed with this one as well, like with the old version I had. This one is just staying within eyes sight. This makes item #3 in the Ryobi family I have purchased. First up was the Leaf blower (Awesome) and second came the 1600 PSI Pressure washer which does everything I need it to do, as I own my own automotive detailing/light mechanic business as a part time side gig for now. Love green and just so happened to fall in love e with the Ryobi brand. Perfect match for me and my needs! Thanks for the videos! 👍
I have this exact same HP brushless drill driver. I don't have the impact driver, but i've also the Ryobi HP angle grinder, and batteries both with and without the large extra contacts. The drill driver doesn't use thoses, so obviously it doesn't make any difference whichever battery i use (so i usually use the smaller ones for the drill for lightweight and manoeuverability), but for the angle grinder, it's noticeably more powerful when using the battery with the extra contacts (only losing about 25% speed VS totally stalling on the same hardest materials). Far from home yet so can't check if the angle grinder has the extra contacts or if the lower batteries might have not only a capacity difference (2 vs 4Ah) but maybe also of instantaneous max power, but i highly suspect those contacts explaining this difference.
I love my Ryobi and realize that the long-term battery form factor is one of their selling points. I would like to see a future where Ryobi batteries have more of a Milwaukee / DeWalt form factor with a detachable adapter post to make them compatible with all previous tools.
Same question. I bought this exact drill and was sorely disappointed. But yet I bought a brushless hammer drill that the heavily advertised as brushless that actually has the HP terminals with no mention of it on the packaging nor in the manual.
For me the best tool I know is cheap compared whit other brands but I never regret whit this brand I have still whit me the first generation of kit of 6tools I pay 199$ in black Friday 11years ago and still working very good course is my next purchase this year all the HP brushless tools of Ryobi brand
Love the new Ryobi tool line. Have a few on my list of must haves. I prefer the bright green color over the dark blue they once had. The green is easy to see and makes for a good look.
I’m a flooring contractor and own a business and all I use is ryobi except my m fuel 18 10”miter saw and they work just fine never a issue at all for my needs
also flooring contractor, also all ryobi, but i DO have the ryobi 12 compound miter saw. works great. The 12 is nice because you can cut 2x4 on side or cut 4x4 out right.
I'm a black 'n yellow guy, but I gotta say, Ryobi has definitely stepped up the last few years. If you look at their entire product line, I'm pretty sure they have more cordless tools than any other company. They've got so much shit.
I have a mix of Ryobi and Dewalt. Most of my Ryobi stuff is all HP brushless - and the quality of those tools is pretty on par with most of the major brands - jigsaw, recip saw, drill, impacts, multi-tool, brad nailer, and a couple others. Even the miter saw I have, Ryobi, is pretty nice. But the few Dewalts I have that I prefer over Ryobi are the routers, table saw, sanders and I have a couple Dewalt drills I really like. Most of my work is just DIY projects - so the Ryobi preform very well for the minor demands I have
Hey Roybi has been good drill , I’ve used it on construction and maintenance and has never failed on me . Although I have Milwaukee m18 drill fuel but I mostly use ryobi because it has a decent power.
The bright green is best I would like to see ryobi vs Makita Head to Head side bye side wheel to Wheel drill to drill power to power and may the The best drill win.
I grabbed a new Ryobi 40 Volt pole saw off Ebay w/battery & charger. Paid $89 - $94.34 plus tax Free shipping My local home depot had it priced at $149. I wanted the Quik lok that Milwaukee sells, but I couldn't pass on that price on the Ryobi
I have the big multi-charger, a small charger, 10 batteries, the small flashlight, the bright flashlight, the mist fan high pressure inflator and the small 110v inverter but not near building up my collection I used the inverter to boost my my miles on my e-bike, I think it gave me another 10 miles! that's great since it is hard to pedal a direct drive e-bike that has no power!!!
I am a technical installer, just got a 1/4 driver and it came with 2 -1.5 batteries and a charger. So j picked up a 40w soldering iron kit also.and bag
I don’t use their drills I use Panasonic drills and they are bullet proof. I use the Ryobi one garden tools and I’ve got no complaints about them so far, the only thing I draw the line at is their brushless lawnmowers.
I still have ryobi blue tools 15+ years a solid DIY tool! I've up dated to milwaukee 12v fuel tools just love them lightweight and plenty powerful if you have the right battery's, the 18v milwaukee fuel tools are beasts
Does everyone own ryobi for their home tools? I thought it was just me,mainly because of the battery being swappable with everything. At work I have a combo of makita and milwaukee since they had more available power tool options more suited to what I need them for. But yeah all my home tools besides my drill will be ryobi.
I’ve been thrilled with Ryobi. I bought them as an affordable beginner option into woodworking and home renovation and continue to expand the line years later. It’s unfortunate how swayed some people are by marketing and write off Ryobi due to price (as I almost did)
I've had Ryobi for over 10 years when my wife brought home a tub of Ryobi some guy sold her for 20 bucks. They had the old junk Ni cad batteries. I had a Ryobi drill at work for several years. Everybody used it and never a problem. Wish I could afford the brushless tools.
I call the color "Seahawk Green". I presently own Dewalts but as soon as they check out I'm going for Ryobi! Ryobi the most innovative tool company in the world. The trendsetter for tool features, tool comfort & great customer experience.
Love my 1\2" impact. $99 with battery and charger. Zips off lugnuts with no problem. I don't use it every day, just DIY car stuff. Can't beat it if you don't want to spend lots of $$$$!
I got the flourescent green brushless Ryobi angle grinder. And cant say I'm impressed. Leaniing on it even a little shuts it down.i also have their blue 18v one plus angle grinder with swiveling base that's real handy in tight spots , it allowed you to change the position of the battery, I wish they would have kept that feature on the brushless.. but hey I ' liked' ' the vid so, woo hoo! 7 years good luck starting right now !!! (that's forthwith, right? You just unleash it immediately upon receiving the 'like' , no ' covid delay 'nonsense ? right right Peace!
I got the angle grinder as one of my “ free” tools when I got the new brushless 1/4” impact tool. I’ve used the angle grinder more than the impact. I haven’t had an issue with it stopping on me. I give the tool time to cut and don’t “push” the cutter through the work.
The go is within the terminal contacts that delivers the power. For the non brushless tools require the extra contact terminals for the deliverance of the power. As you know brushless is better, last longer, and delivers consistent power. Makita, Milwaukee dewalt all over rated and very high priced! I live Ryobi tools been using them for years!
Ryobi may not be the best, but they are good, and they are reliable. I've had many and abused many. Heavily abused, like used as a hammer (don't tell my boss). None ever stopped working. I will continue to run Ryobi alongside my Milwaukee and Dewalt tools. For tools that I don't use all the time, I'm going with Ryobi because they are affordable and they work, and they get the job done.
I've used ryobi as a contractor for many years love the power on the 3 speed brushless. I also use matabo drills and drivers. Which are much lighter. But they both perform good imo
I have never been a Ryobi tools fan, I run Ridgid and mostly Milwaukee now. The only Ryobi tool I have was a corded router and a Ryobi router table. I did get a Ryobi garage door opener when I replaced my old one cuz I love how you can add things onto it, I have the battery backup in mine so if the power goes out it'll still work and the accessories I have on mine are the 30 foot 3 receptical retractable extension cord which is awesome cuz I can get power anywhere in my garage without have to get an extension cord out and then put it back away and the dual laser park assist that let's me know when I've pulled my truck in just right and 2 fans which are a god send in the summer! I never had any of their cordless tools until I saw they have a cordless hot glue gun and I went out and picked it up right away and now that I'm in their platform I'll probably get their battery powered caulk gun, I've always wanted the Milwaukee M18 one but it's a fortune and I don't do enough caulking to justify spending that kind of money on it, even the Milwaukee M12 version is a lot of money but the Ryobi one is affordable, it may not have as many features but for how much less it is that's ok.
Used the HP 4ah on my old p271 drill while mixing concrete. Started smoking up but it still works. Gave me an excuse to upgrade to ryobis new hammer drill. Still kept the old one
@@78tag it's a lesson learned for someone that's starting out. Unfortunately breaking shit and learning the hard way when I need to get things done has been more productive for me than listening to assholes in the comments.
I started with the blue Ryobi kit over 30 yrs ago and it still works great, I like the new color better. I like that they all use the same battery. There is only one down side for me which is removeing the battery. arthritis has made that impossible.
I have the OLD blue Ryobi 18v drill, it's a beast to use and plan on upgrading soon. But recently bought a newer batter and was really impressed with it. I really like the green over the old Blue color. Would love to see the new stuff go up against the contractor grade.
I'm an old dog who refused to let go of the Craftsman 19.2 array of tools I had. I even went with aftermarket batteries for years after Sears killed the whole 19.2 and forced in the 20volt upgrade. Then....of course Sears died. Just this month....I finally pulled the trigger on the Ryobi one+ array. Replacing 20+ tools is expensive so I've started with this set and the brushless saws-all, 1/2 hammer drill, jig saw, 7 1/4 circular saw, hot glue gun, multi tool and 280cfm blower. So far..................................I love em! Seriously I figured I have a "sensitively" problem on the drills due to the years and years of finger control on setting screws in various wood with my old Craftsman but......NO not at all. The ONLY negative I have is the lack of a bit-clip on the drills. Yes you can buy the piece that fits the drills for 6 bucks (which I did) but that's pretty dumb to remove it in the first place and then charge someone to get it back. Overall............ if someone is on-the-fence on moving to the One+ system don't be. Their good tools and I've put them through some real tests since I got them and their good for the money.
I’ve got my Ryobi driver impact very hot befor taking apart an old engine as fast as I could but it’s never had a single problem with it over heating or anything’s
I like my Ryobi tools. Not that expensive, good quality and do the job ... they may not be what a “Use them every day/all day” needs but for me they are good.. I got tired of some of the Other Brands changing their batteries every few yrs so that you either had to pay lots for new batteries or just buy new tools...
Those two terminals you're referencing I believe are only for communication purposes the drill will send a signal when bogging down to bypass the battery management system and allow the battery to discharge a little faster than usual giving the drill a little more power that said the battery may be set to go into a default high performance mode when the prongs are not detected I'd have to see the actual specs of the electronics to know for sure but that is what I'm assuming the design is
My blue Ryobi skill saw smoked the motor after trying to cut wet 3/4 plywood… had 2 cuts left and it was so hot it caught fire for a second. Had it for 22 years. RIP my saw buddy…
I believe that Ridgid tools are contractor grade, I've never had a problem with any of mine. Granted my Milwaukee tools are nicer but my Ridgid tools are still real nice and they are tough and will get the job done.
@@sandyovals That surprises me I've never had one of mine quite working, although I take really good care of my tools people always think they are new or have never been used since I am really careful not to scratch them up and clean them after each use before I put them away. But even my really old ones that other people used and have been beat to hell still work. The only Ridgid thing I've had fail on my is one of my 5.0amp batteries died.
@@chevy5137 Ha, the exact opposite again here. I'm a landscape contractor so my tools get beat to hell from the elements and my crew using them on a daily basis. Only the toughest survive with me unfortunately.
@@sandyovals I love my tools and they cost me a lot of money so I don't let anyone else use them, at least my powertools that is, and I use my tools in all sorts of situations and they do get used hard I'm just careful with them so the outside of them doesn't get all beat up and when they are avaliable I always buy brotective boots for them, like my 2 Milwaukee 1/2" One-Key High Torque Impact Wrenches I have protective boots for both of them so that they don't get all beat up.
@@chevy5137 My own set of tools I take really good care of. But running multiple crews, it cost me more time and money to baby our power tools than just let them ride. Besides, I've been a contractor for almost a decade now, I've learned what can take a beating and what cant over the years.
Glad you asked, compare Ryobi to TACKLIFE product. The first purchase of a TACKLIFE product was the electric lawnmower, that is a muscle machine, I am so happy with the product. I am looking at the TACKLIFE planer, which is much lower in price than the Ryobi planer. I may go all TACKLIFE
I like the green. So far they do what I need done, but just around the house stuff. I trust VCG judgment on tools you test and how you grade them. You guys use the tools every day.
I'd like to see the new compact HP Ryobi vs current brushless Ryobi. To see if it's worth the upgrade from what I currently have. Understandable that the new tools should be better, but by how much of a margin, and is it worth it, in the long run.
The new HPs all seem to be compact variants. I think they're there to be an expansion on the brushless collection, not an improvement on it. I can guarantee that the new one-handed recip saw won't hold a candle to the full-size brushless. Same with the drill and impact driver. The specs aren't close. They're the "tight spaces" tools to add to what you've already got...if you happen to need such a thing.
After my De Walt gear was stolen I bought the Ryobi One+ set as a stop gap just to get me back out working and earning. I have not replaced them! 5 years later they are still going strong. They are used every week day but not for really heavy duty stuff. I really cannot complain and I will be sticking with them as they just do the job and cost a fraction of the price of De Walt and Milwaukee..
bought a Ryobi kit 30 years ago when they were blue, every tool still works perfectly.
Same just revived my dead batteries yesterday 2. Not the nicd
30 years ago!? holy cow
That’s insane, gives me high hopes I just got the 2 piece One+ HP with the actual HP 2.0 batteries
Ditto. And they all improved greatly when the Li batteries came out. The circ saw used to be useless, now it's great. Only blue tool for me that bit the dust was the recipro saw, the blade device broke, but the motor is still good. Great tools all.
@@dkeith45 loved my dads blue reciprocating saw! That thing was a monster cutting our trees down!
I’m a collision tech for a living. Admittedly I use Milwaukee exclusively at work but, ALL of my cordless tools at home are Ryobi and I put them through hell and they hold up great.
Almost a year has passed from your comment but I’d love to hear your opinion on if you think new ryobi tools could handle your occupational work?
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Honestly, big ups to Ryobi for keeping the same old battery system on their tools, and upgrading technology by adding to it in a way that doesn't invalidate the rest of the eco system. Sure the HP contacts might mar a bit of the housing on non-HP batteries, but you can still use either battery in either tool, or use newer batteries in older tools, or keep using the older batteries in newer tools. Not to mention that other tools at one time used the same D shaft style of connector. Long term battery platforms is honestly what makes me prefer Ryobi, they're dedicated to this style of battery, where any other company would ditch one platform for another once tech changes enough.
My only concern is that these tools are getting so damn stubby, they need a new battery form factor to allow the tool to be as stubby s they're getting; such as reducing the length but increasing the height, as a stubby battery. What in the hell would a new form factor do to the long term ecosystem Ryobi has going for them? Sure, they could use a similar platform on top of the battery, chop the edge off of stubby tools to allow full sized batteries, but there's no solution for adapting full size tools to a stubby battery where balance is concerned, a full sized tool would just topple over, unless you shoehorn an adapter block on the front to act as a stand.
I think one day they will face to change battery it will be sad moment for all users. In my opinion that type battery is old compares other batteries but for me its good specially how simple tools are. I hope Ryobi will not die because of simplicity like Mercedes-Benz when produced engines that works too long :)
The main issue with them, aside from being a bit lower voltage than others, is that they stick out pretty good. So for instance, using their compact racket, they had to make the head swivel to compensate for the battery sticking way out past the head. My batteries never seem to last that long so I guess swapping them to a new system wouldn't be too bad, especially if they provide adapters in the interim.
They really screwed up doing this now their manuals don't even get the proper battery right. Their packaging the wrong batteries with tools to unload them. They won't be honest about cell construction and so on. Ryobi has become more expensive than milwaukee when bought at the right time and sales do to the battery bs. I'm returning everything I own and switching to milwaukee it's not even close when comparing.
@@onlywenilaugh6589 i'm guessing they will switch to a newer battery sooner than later. It limits them in tool design severely. The only way they could ever make this work is by having an adapter to make the new batteries work on older model tools AND giving people like 50% off a new battery when bring in an old battery to exchange. That way its decently fair and gets batteries recycled
Ryobi said they will keep this battery platform for years to come. they have more then 100-120 tools using this platform. It is very hard to do this change for a company that is oriented to home use and DYI-ers....
I have a few corded Ryobi tools for my workshop and I've not been disappointed. Hate when people call them "trash"
People are married to their brands, it's tribalism. Just like people who are Chevy vs dodge fanboys or Xbox vs Playstation.
@@randybobandy9828 Agreed. I think tool fanboys started the whole brand war that we know of today in all other circles. I remember tools snobs well before I do video game and others. Guys and their tools are the original fanboys. It's like watching a bunch of ladies. I can't stand it.
As a widowed middle aged lady, I’ve used my Ryobi tools for different jobs around the house. It has made it easy for me to take care of myself. Today I picked up a hand held air inflator: I saved so much money by already having two batteries at home. I bought a duffel bag kit a few years back that had a few tools and charger in it and two batteries. So grateful it was on sale at HD and I could afford it. I’m into brand loyalty of this company because it’s less expensive for this lower income hard worker to afford.
I bought a Ryobi bandsaw and drill press many moon ago when their color was blue. Although I still use those tools...the quality wasn't very good at all but they were inexpensive for a DIYer. Fast forward 10 years later...I am redoing my basement. I bought a new Ryobi impact driver...had to put in about 300 2x4s framing...and build a bar...and soffit and so on. I figured...for the price...if I burn out the drill...that's fine. However, so far, I have been super impressed by my Ryobi drill. It is now one of my favorite. I love the battery system. It's done everything fantastic and saved my wrist at the same time. Ryobi is much different now than it was 10 years ago. And yes, I love the green color.
Wfe bought me Ryobi tool set in 1995, every tool still works! I am a firm believer in Ryobi!
That's impressive
@@tomruth9487 of course I'm onto new batteries, but drill, sawzall, skill saw and battery have seen a lot of use!
I used Ryobi tools for 20 years while working as an independent contractor and was always happy with them, especially after the introduction of lithium ion technology.
Same here and still am to this day. It's kinda funny that people call them "Homeowner tools," since the majority of what I do with these tools is the stuff that homeowners do with them. I just do it right the first time (and get paid for it). The vast majority of what I do is remodel work. I don't ever need to drive dozens of giant lag bolts through steel embedded concrete (or whatever stress test someone comes up with next). I need tools that cut, drill, drive, etc the things found in homes. My Ryobis handle those tasks all day, every day...at a fraction of the cost of Milwaukee and DeWalt.
I guess That's Why Some
People Call The Color
Radio Active Green.
Some Call Them Lime Or
Neon Green.
In my experience, job site tools tend to go free range at some point in their life no matter how closely you watch ‘em.
Whether they really are migrating to that farm for tools my dad told me about or they are being forcibly “adopted” by someone I don’t know, I just have to assume a certain % of tools will be lost when I leave the shop.
That’s why I keep my more expensive Makita tools captive in my shop, and bring the less expensive Ryobi’s with me when I go out & about. They have more than enough power to get the on-site jobs done at a much less precious price point.
@@Tinkery Ryobi is nice because they don't get stolen as often (Not as much $$$ in pawning them) and it's cheaper to replace when they do.
In the past six months I've bought six different Ryobi tools. Love them so far.
For 10 years i have been very pleased with ryobi. I have restored 4 houses and have only 1 battery fail. I did have the skillsaw start smoking and thought it was toast. with a new sharp blade it has gone on and worked as new. Just built a 10x10 chicken coup off grid and did all the cuts. Dollar for dollar + selection, you can not beat those tools
I am a residential maintenance person and my tools are ryobi for what I pay and value I get I cannot complain I still have some of the old blue ones and they still work just smoked my blue reciprocating saw after years of use found another blue one for $20 at a pawn shop not hardly a scratch on it so I will take my chances with it
Ryobi ain't what they use to be but in a good way. They keep suprising me. I have been test them in a commercial hvac world. I don't worry as much about them walking away while my back is turned, like my Milwaukee tools do. No one trys to take my batteries, maybe because no one has ryobi on site. Everyone makes fun of it but it always gets the job done. Never left wanting more power. Ryobi = AWESOME for the price!
I got my first Ryobi kit over 21 years ago. Everything works as well now as it did then.
I would love to see a test against the best in class.
I’ve gone through lots of batteries over the years and definitely like the new tech for weight and longevity.
I love the bright lime green personally. It's high vis in your work area... More important than esthetic appeal (although I personally think they are esthetically pleasing)
I have to say Ryobi HP brushless is a game change and have to give them hands down alot of credit for sticking to their guns and moving fwd in their brand. So far so good on our end. Love the channel
My construction company is split evenly Makita and Ryobi. After working with other contractors who use mainly DeWalt, we will be buying Ryobi tools almost exclusively from this point forward.
Bought the tool kit with free tool bag the circular saw and driver drill both caught fire on separate occasions not a fan of they’re tools but the weed whip holds up pretty well for my lawn
Bought the Ryobi HP 8 piece tool kit and also a Brad nailer. I love them for just home use! getting more to complete the set in the future!
You have not lived until you use the 40 volt, 14 in. Ryobi chainsaw. Had to talk hubby into it because I am a bit intimidated by the gas one. Well, he used it and it lasted longer than he did! He told our daughter that if it wears out he is going to go buy a new one immediately. BUT....it has a 5 year warranty on it so it might be awhile. He hasn't let me play with it yet! Love Ryobi tools!
I love the bright green always been a ryobi fan and I love the new compact versions wish I had a set😁
I have the 18v one+ hp brushless blower and it has a 4AH battery, can the batteries be swapped between that the the drills? I was kind of hoping that since they are all one+hp products that i could interchange batteries between everything
Look at a One + battery disassembled and you will see heavy wires connected to the two additional terminals. They are not signal wires. They are heavy conductors added to get more current out of the battery to help the tool when it is at the threshold of bogging. But they are extremely well engineered and I buy Ryobi whenever I can.
I started out on Ryobi tools. Great tools for beginners who don’t have a lot of $$$
Same here, I jumped on the Milwaukee train a little while ago though.
Same here. Upgraded to the smaller batteries & Ryobi One. Only need my tools occasionally. Gears failed on the drill motor. Drive mechanism on the hedge trimmer attachment failed. Miter saw blade won't stay tight on the arbor. Depth stop broke on the Drill Press. Weed eater attachment died. Contacts on the 40 Volt battery fried on the drive head.
Nearly every Ryobi tool needs to be replaced. "Ya gets what ya pays for." Moving to Milwaukee, too.
Are the Lion batteries compatible?
In Europe Ryobi is the same price as Makita and DeWalt.
@@michaelandrejczuk803 like wise
Many years ago, that was true. But everything I have been reading recently has Ryobi really stepping up it's game. Most tools are considered "prosumer" and some are even dipping into the pro market. They have become legitimate competition for Dewalt and Makita and the like but at a significant savings.
I have used Makita, DeWalt and Milwaukee at work. I use Ryobi at home. Price, performance and range of tools is great.
Im a roofing contractor nad I use Ryobi tools. Ryboi smash the jobs, Even the small 1.5 baterry last whole day, I use 1.5 since it makes the drill super light which makes it more handy. I also have 4 amps batteries but I only use them ryobi blower that last about 40 mins to hour depends on the variable trigger usage. I love their eco system due to its variety in tools options and easy to get hands on replacements.
I am a real fan of what Ryobi has been doing, tool line ups, 18VONE+ system. And so many new tools all the time! I think it’s over 280 tools now. Once you build your battery line up, they sell tool only tools that are so cost effective. So great that I want to start with some of their lawn and garden equipment. 18V (2) 4 ah batteries, 13” trimmer and a blower for $548 in CDN. What a deal and all 4 ah batteries, getting a start on high trigger time volume batteries!
“Move up range” you wish Milwaukee had it 😂😂
I just bought that exact combo from Home Depot ,i was just walking around on December and they had a deal on it , it honestly motivates me to build stuff and do more ,can’t wait to get more tool
My wife bought me the Ryobi 8 piece kit with bag and it's amazing!
I switched from ryobi to the brushless makita a few years ago im glad I did
Thanks for the feedback! 👍🏻
I bought Ryobi impact & drill in May, switched to Dewalt in June, and switched to Makita subcompact a few weeks ago. 😅 Size & weight of the tools I decided was really important to me.
I'm looking for an impact driver/ wrench to drill wood/metal/masonry + concrete and all so to wrench on my car my lug it's usually 126 nm but all so my dirtbike but like to use as a spline, torx, Philips and slot screw bits what would u recomend so I dont have to buy 3 tools but also got a heavy duty drill to drill thick metal
Had a 18 volt ryobi 1/2 inch drive impact wrench, good piece of kit.
@@garynew9637 was looking at them but u can get 1/2" to 1/4" hex adapter to run torx and Philips and slot screw bits and can even get a 1/2" drill bit chuck I 🤔 probably better to go 1/2" then get impact resistant adapters and bits and sockets ect coz got decent drill for just drilling but it's a mains plug in one but so confusing all the types I know I want 20amp batteries and brushless
For Christmas 2020 I was lucky to have been gifted the Ryobi One+ hex impact driver and I was absolutely impressed!👌 Sadly 3 months later, it grew legs and I never saw it again. 😢 Fortunately for me, I still had the extra battery with charger and Ryobi green bag and being that I loved it enough I went back a few weeks ago and figured I'd just get another one.. Well, another one I did get! They had upgraded to the HD line, so the choice was clear. I picked up the newer Ryobi One+ HD 18-V Brushless 4-Mode Hex Impact Driver! (tool only) I'll most likely pick up a second battery or more soon. The battery I have now seems to get the job done. I'm impressed with this one as well, like with the old version I had. This one is just staying within eyes sight. This makes item #3 in the Ryobi family I have purchased. First up was the Leaf blower (Awesome) and second came the 1600 PSI Pressure washer which does everything I need it to do, as I own my own automotive detailing/light mechanic business as a part time side gig for now. Love green and just so happened to fall in love e with the Ryobi brand. Perfect match for me and my needs! Thanks for the videos! 👍
I have this exact same HP brushless drill driver.
I don't have the impact driver, but i've also the Ryobi HP angle grinder, and batteries both with and without the large extra contacts.
The drill driver doesn't use thoses, so obviously it doesn't make any difference whichever battery i use (so i usually use the smaller ones for the drill for lightweight and manoeuverability), but for the angle grinder, it's noticeably more powerful when using the battery with the extra contacts (only losing about 25% speed VS totally stalling on the same hardest materials).
Far from home yet so can't check if the angle grinder has the extra contacts or if the lower batteries might have not only a capacity difference (2 vs 4Ah) but maybe also of instantaneous max power, but i highly suspect those contacts explaining this difference.
I love my Ryobi and realize that the long-term battery form factor is one of their selling points.
I would like to see a future where Ryobi batteries have more of a Milwaukee / DeWalt form factor with a detachable adapter post to make them compatible with all previous tools.
Same question. I bought this exact drill and was sorely disappointed. But yet I bought a brushless hammer drill that the heavily advertised as brushless that actually has the HP terminals with no mention of it on the packaging nor in the manual.
For me the best tool I know is cheap compared whit other brands but I never regret whit this brand I have still whit me the first generation of kit of 6tools I pay 199$ in black Friday 11years ago and still working very good course is my next purchase this year all the HP brushless tools of Ryobi brand
I have lots of Ryobi cordless and they work great
Love the new Ryobi tool line. Have a few on my list of must haves. I prefer the bright green color over the dark blue they once had. The green is easy to see and makes for a good look.
I’m a flooring contractor and own a business and all
I use is ryobi except my m fuel 18 10”miter saw and they work just fine never a issue at all for my needs
Love my ryobi cordless 10inch sliding miter saw
also flooring contractor, also all ryobi, but i DO have the ryobi 12 compound miter saw. works great. The 12 is nice because you can cut 2x4 on side or cut 4x4 out right.
I'm a black 'n yellow guy, but I gotta say, Ryobi has definitely stepped up the last few years. If you look at their entire product line, I'm pretty sure they have more cordless tools than any other company. They've got so much shit.
I have a mix of Ryobi and Dewalt. Most of my Ryobi stuff is all HP brushless - and the quality of those tools is pretty on par with most of the major brands - jigsaw, recip saw, drill, impacts, multi-tool, brad nailer, and a couple others. Even the miter saw I have, Ryobi, is pretty nice.
But the few Dewalts I have that I prefer over Ryobi are the routers, table saw, sanders and I have a couple Dewalt drills I really like.
Most of my work is just DIY projects - so the Ryobi preform very well for the minor demands I have
Hey Roybi has been good drill , I’ve used it on construction and maintenance and has never failed on me . Although I have Milwaukee m18 drill fuel but I mostly use ryobi because it has a decent power.
"Up Range"... I assume you are referring to Milwaukee (Ryobi and Milwaukee both made by Techtronic Industries).
The bright green is best I would like to see ryobi vs Makita Head to Head side bye side wheel to Wheel drill to drill power to power and may the The best drill win.
I Just Bought A Right Angle Drill
I Haven't Used Yet But I'll Be Glad I Have It
When Ever I Plan On Using It For 1 Of My Projects.
I am a fan of ryobi.
I know they are only available at Home depot and the closest Home Depot is an hour away, I will drive to get them when needed.
I grabbed a new Ryobi 40 Volt pole saw off Ebay w/battery & charger. Paid $89 - $94.34 plus tax
Free shipping
My local home depot had it priced at $149.
I wanted the Quik lok that Milwaukee sells, but I couldn't pass on that price on the Ryobi
I have the big multi-charger, a small charger, 10 batteries, the small flashlight, the bright flashlight, the mist fan high pressure inflator and the small 110v inverter but not near building up my collection I used the inverter to boost my my miles on my e-bike, I think it gave me another 10 miles! that's great since it is hard to pedal a direct drive e-bike that has no power!!!
Delco in the house👍🏻🤘🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I am a technical installer, just got a 1/4 driver and it came with 2 -1.5 batteries and a charger. So j picked up a 40w soldering iron kit also.and bag
Love them both , I am switching because of price and performance.
love ryobi, good product. my first drill kit was a ryobi in 2003, and the colors were blue/grey then.
I don’t use their drills I use Panasonic drills and they are bullet proof. I use the Ryobi one garden tools and I’ve got no complaints about them so far, the only thing I draw the line at is their brushless lawnmowers.
I still have ryobi blue tools 15+ years a solid DIY tool! I've up dated to milwaukee 12v fuel tools just love them lightweight and plenty powerful if you have the right battery's, the 18v milwaukee fuel tools are beasts
I love Ryobi Are use mine all the time to work on cars had no problem
I have Ryobi tools. I purchased from Home Depot, the water proof cleaner. I ❤❤❤❤ love it. I love all Ryobi cordless tools.
I love my ryobi tools. I have some that’s lasted over 10 years. Stay green! Looks better
Does everyone own ryobi for their home tools? I thought it was just me,mainly because of the battery being swappable with everything. At work I have a combo of makita and milwaukee since they had more available power tool options more suited to what I need them for. But yeah all my home tools besides my drill will be ryobi.
I’ve been thrilled with Ryobi. I bought them as an affordable beginner option into woodworking and home renovation and continue to expand the line years later. It’s unfortunate how swayed some people are by marketing and write off Ryobi due to price (as I almost did)
Same with me. Don’t really get the bashing people do with Ryobi. I’ve owned my sander from there for 5 years still doing great work.
I've had Ryobi for over 10 years when my wife brought home a tub of Ryobi some guy sold her for 20 bucks. They had the old junk Ni cad batteries. I had a Ryobi drill at work for several years. Everybody used it and never a problem. Wish I could afford the brushless tools.
What I like about ryobi tools is the batterys are so eazy to get
@Andrew_koala And yet still superior than Australia!
@Andrew_koalaSTFU
As for the color of Ryobi, I would paint my house in the grellow color, but it makes them easy to see in a cluttered shop.
i use Ryobi tools and they have worked fine for me, i still use some of the old blue ones, so far the only one to die on me was my circular saw
I call the color "Seahawk Green". I presently own Dewalts but as soon as they check out I'm going for Ryobi!
Ryobi the most innovative tool company in the world. The trendsetter for tool features, tool comfort & great customer experience.
Go Hawks!
I've watched plenty of your vids, time to subscribe.
Love my 1\2" impact. $99 with battery and charger. Zips off lugnuts with no problem. I don't use it every day, just DIY car stuff. Can't beat it if you don't want to spend lots of $$$$!
I got the flourescent green brushless Ryobi angle grinder. And cant say I'm impressed. Leaniing on it even a little shuts it down.i also have their blue 18v one plus angle grinder with swiveling base that's real handy in tight spots , it allowed you to change the position of the battery, I wish they would have kept that feature on the brushless.. but hey I ' liked' ' the vid so,
woo hoo! 7 years good luck starting right now !!! (that's forthwith, right? You just unleash it immediately upon receiving the 'like' , no
' covid delay 'nonsense ?
right right Peace!
I got the angle grinder as one of my “ free” tools when I got the new brushless 1/4” impact tool. I’ve used the angle grinder more than the impact. I haven’t had an issue with it stopping on me. I give the tool time to cut and don’t “push” the cutter through the work.
The go is within the terminal contacts that delivers the power. For the non brushless tools require the extra contact terminals for the deliverance of the power. As you know brushless is better, last longer, and delivers consistent power. Makita, Milwaukee dewalt all over rated and very high priced! I live Ryobi tools been using them for years!
Green looks a lot better than blue.
Love green.
Ryobi may not be the best, but they are good, and they are reliable. I've had many and abused many. Heavily abused, like used as a hammer (don't tell my boss). None ever stopped working. I will continue to run Ryobi alongside my Milwaukee and Dewalt tools. For tools that I don't use all the time, I'm going with Ryobi because they are affordable and they work, and they get the job done.
Like the bright color. I have some.
I think there a decent tool, my blue one's still works. I like my new one's as well.
I've used ryobi as a contractor for many years love the power on the 3 speed brushless. I also use matabo drills and drivers. Which are much lighter. But they both perform good imo
I have never been a Ryobi tools fan, I run Ridgid and mostly Milwaukee now. The only Ryobi tool I have was a corded router and a Ryobi router table. I did get a Ryobi garage door opener when I replaced my old one cuz I love how you can add things onto it, I have the battery backup in mine so if the power goes out it'll still work and the accessories I have on mine are the 30 foot 3 receptical retractable extension cord which is awesome cuz I can get power anywhere in my garage without have to get an extension cord out and then put it back away and the dual laser park assist that let's me know when I've pulled my truck in just right and 2 fans which are a god send in the summer! I never had any of their cordless tools until I saw they have a cordless hot glue gun and I went out and picked it up right away and now that I'm in their platform I'll probably get their battery powered caulk gun, I've always wanted the Milwaukee M18 one but it's a fortune and I don't do enough caulking to justify spending that kind of money on it, even the Milwaukee M12 version is a lot of money but the Ryobi one is affordable, it may not have as many features but for how much less it is that's ok.
VCG construction Vince ultimate cordless Ryobi vs Ridgid vs craftsman smack down. Raw tool test !!
I want to see this
RTT all the way
I'd like to see this.
I have Rigid and Ryobi both are goid Rigid has a lifetime Warranty Ryobi has a load of tools and some batteries are not good some are the Hp ones.
Used the HP 4ah on my old p271 drill while mixing concrete. Started smoking up but it still works. Gave me an excuse to upgrade to ryobis new hammer drill. Still kept the old one
If you are using a cordless tool to mix concrete you probably shouldn't be commenting here.
@@78tag it's a lesson learned for someone that's starting out. Unfortunately breaking shit and learning the hard way when I need to get things done has been more productive for me than listening to assholes in the comments.
Learned a lot and got better equipped in the last 3 months since I made this comment
I started with the blue Ryobi kit over 30 yrs ago and it still works great, I like the new color better.
I like that they all use the same battery. There is only one down side for me which is removeing the battery. arthritis has made that impossible.
That's to bad to hear..
Got a set this week and love them. Color is great and size and weight are awesome.
Yo VCG you hit 280 thousand subscribers!!! LETS GO BABY!! great job! 👍👍
Thanks Treehouse !!
Of course!
I have the OLD blue Ryobi 18v drill, it's a beast to use and plan on upgrading soon. But recently bought a newer batter and was really impressed with it. I really like the green over the old Blue color.
Would love to see the new stuff go up against the contractor grade.
I'm an old dog who refused to let go of the Craftsman 19.2 array of tools I had. I even went with aftermarket batteries for years after Sears killed the whole 19.2 and forced in the 20volt upgrade. Then....of course Sears died. Just this month....I finally pulled the trigger on the Ryobi one+ array. Replacing 20+ tools is expensive so I've started with this set and the brushless saws-all, 1/2 hammer drill, jig saw, 7 1/4 circular saw, hot glue gun, multi tool and 280cfm blower. So far..................................I love em! Seriously I figured I have a "sensitively" problem on the drills due to the years and years of finger control on setting screws in various wood with my old Craftsman but......NO not at all. The ONLY negative I have is the lack of a bit-clip on the drills. Yes you can buy the piece that fits the drills for 6 bucks (which I did) but that's pretty dumb to remove it in the first place and then charge someone to get it back. Overall............ if someone is on-the-fence on moving to the One+ system don't be. Their good tools and I've put them through some real tests since I got them and their good for the money.
my ryobi half inch impact wrench is one of the best tools i have ever owned.
I love this green. Forget anything else.
I smashed the like button to start my 7 years of good luck! Thanks Vince...
I’ve got my Ryobi driver impact very hot befor taking apart an old engine as fast as I could but it’s never had a single problem with it over heating or anything’s
Thanks for the review, Is the sound level same or better than quiet strike?
Front to Back -roger that. Looking forward to your followup post on those instructions😉
I like my Ryobi tools. Not that expensive, good quality and do the job ... they may not be what a “Use them every day/all day” needs but for me they are good.. I got tired of some of the Other Brands changing their batteries every few yrs so that you either had to pay lots for new batteries or just buy new tools...
Ive been using ryobi cordless stuff for close to 7 years. Turms out its all great stuff for camping and touring/overlanding.
very interesting flow of motion and animation .
Those two terminals you're referencing I believe are only for communication purposes the drill will send a signal when bogging down to bypass the battery management system and allow the battery to discharge a little faster than usual giving the drill a little more power that said the battery may be set to go into a default high performance mode when the prongs are not detected I'd have to see the actual specs of the electronics to know for sure but that is what I'm assuming the design is
I really like these new tools. I already have milwaukee fuel but I would still like to try them out.
My blue Ryobi skill saw smoked the motor after trying to cut wet 3/4 plywood… had 2 cuts left and it was so hot it caught fire for a second. Had it for 22 years. RIP my saw buddy…
I believe that Ridgid tools are contractor grade, I've never had a problem with any of mine. Granted my Milwaukee tools are nicer but my Ridgid tools are still real nice and they are tough and will get the job done.
Dang, I've had the complete opposite experience with Rigid. Have had so many of their tools quit on me after only a year or two of use.
@@sandyovals That surprises me I've never had one of mine quite working, although I take really good care of my tools people always think they are new or have never been used since I am really careful not to scratch them up and clean them after each use before I put them away. But even my really old ones that other people used and have been beat to hell still work. The only Ridgid thing I've had fail on my is one of my 5.0amp batteries died.
@@chevy5137 Ha, the exact opposite again here. I'm a landscape contractor so my tools get beat to hell from the elements and my crew using them on a daily basis. Only the toughest survive with me unfortunately.
@@sandyovals I love my tools and they cost me a lot of money so I don't let anyone else use them, at least my powertools that is, and I use my tools in all sorts of situations and they do get used hard I'm just careful with them so the outside of them doesn't get all beat up and when they are avaliable I always buy brotective boots for them, like my 2 Milwaukee 1/2" One-Key High Torque Impact Wrenches I have protective boots for both of them so that they don't get all beat up.
@@chevy5137 My own set of tools I take really good care of. But running multiple crews, it cost me more time and money to baby our power tools than just let them ride. Besides, I've been a contractor for almost a decade now, I've learned what can take a beating and what cant over the years.
Glad you asked, compare Ryobi to TACKLIFE product. The first purchase of a TACKLIFE product was the electric lawnmower, that is a muscle machine, I am so happy with the product. I am looking at the TACKLIFE planer, which is much lower in price than the Ryobi planer. I may go all TACKLIFE
I like the green. So far they do what I need done, but just around the house stuff. I trust VCG judgment on tools you test and how you grade them. You guys use the tools every day.
I'd like to see the new compact HP Ryobi vs current brushless Ryobi. To see if it's worth the upgrade from what I currently have. Understandable that the new tools should be better, but by how much of a margin, and is it worth it, in the long run.
The new HPs all seem to be compact variants. I think they're there to be an expansion on the brushless collection, not an improvement on it. I can guarantee that the new one-handed recip saw won't hold a candle to the full-size brushless. Same with the drill and impact driver. The specs aren't close. They're the "tight spaces" tools to add to what you've already got...if you happen to need such a thing.
Makita did the all black sub compact line, dewalt did the atomic, ryobi now has hp
Mancaver tools has a comparison on his channel.
I wish they were all like they're collectors edition line . Black with ryoby green logo .
Does the HP stand for high performance ?
I have this set, and they do everything I need for around the house. Just bought them this summer.
How does the rubber handle hold up wit age. On any tool make.take a look????
Ryobi has sick deals around Christmas time.
I LOVE my Ryobi tools! And the lime green color. I don't like blue :)