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I've been using Ryobi tools since 2008 and I've tried the knockoff batteries and have had terrible luck. I had one in a light and with 3 bars it went dead in 5 minutes. I buy Ryobi tools only when on sale and I buy them with the batteries and chargers. So right now I have 10 4 amp batteries and a bunch of chargers. All of them work. I also have 4 off brand and none of them work. Even when they do work they don't run as long as a real one. They get very hot in some tools and one of my Bluetooth speakers it wont even click in.
I have 6 genuine Ryobi batteries 5ah and I use them for my camping lights and lawn mower and garden tools at home . 4 of them I have used for about 4 years . I bought 2 of these cheap ones online and one lasted 2 weeks , the other I have had for 3 years and still going strong . The only issue I had with the cheap ones was they were very hard to put in the tools and charger so I got some fine sandpaper and lightly sanded around the top , lol , now they fit perfectly 👍
Whether buying genuine or cheapies, I've always had a hit or miss experience too. I've had these for several months now and they are doing the job just fine... and no sandpaper required. 😅
I have 22 genuine ryobi batteries use them daily at work the oldest ones are dated 2014 they all still work I have never had one fail yet I have had a few of the old 1.2 and 2.4 in the old Style without the green end on them but never a green ended one I cycle through the whole lot so they are charged and discharge on a regular basis I don't know if this has something to do with them lasting or knot.on a side note a mate of mine buys the knock off batteries he had one that got that hot when charging it actually melted the case and warped it so it doesn't fit in a tool now this could of been a fire hazard
I bought two 6AH none genuine batteries for Ryobi for $65 on Amazon and they were delivered the next day I live in Perth for use in my lawnmower they work great no problems. They perform exactly like the original batteries.
Another option is an adapter that allows you to use other commonly available batteries with your tools. This allows you to share batteries across brands. For example, I have ones for Ryobi and Dewalt. I also have Ryobi and Milwaukee. Both work great.
In 2018 I bought a 5Ah non-genuine Ryobi-compatible battery from the Jungle website for $37. My brother-in-law used my 10-in brushless chainsaw continuously for 40 minutes on light shrubbery with that battery, which is still going strong.
The genuine battery has a long warrantee, I think the more recent ones have a 5-year warrantee. The warrantee used to be 2 years. I would be checking the manufacture date and asking staff at the tool shop of Bunnings. When I had a battery die on me after it was rained on, the staff told me to take it in and they replaced it even knowing it had been rained upon.
I'll have to give some of these a go. You cant beat that price !! I have a few Ryobi tools and I don't mind them. I bought my impact driver 13 years ago (may have been left in the rain once or twice 😅😅) and it still does everything I throw at it.
I've seen videos on Jumpstarting failed batteries like RYOBI haven't tried it myself. All Lithium Batteries should be cheaper as Lithium has gone down 80% in the last two years.
The only issue with 3rd party batteries is the quality is highly variable, the manufacturers take shortcuts with the BMS and thermal protection. You can’t tell the quality without opening them. I’m fine with buying 3rd party batteries but I never leave them charging unattended.
@@hoadie You are definitely right about the low quality of the third party battery and charging. I will just pay the higher cost and get a known quality. The cheap ones will burn down your shop or house.
Good Deal. My Wife Is Indonesian, And Her Father Hates Anything Made In China, So When My Kids Were Born I Wrote Made in USA On Them Took Pics Of Them And Sent The Pics To Her Father. Fun Fact.
I have run Makita for many years and am yet to replace a battery although I have a few so they don't get a lot of work. I would be wary of knockoffs given all the stories we've seen of cheap scooter and bike batteries going up when charging.
Those are a good find! The only thing I'm worried about are battery fires. Even with the OEM batteries I have, I never leave them unattended when charging. But I'm willing to give it a try. 👍
There is a difference between the ones you got and the genuine Ryobi batteries the genuine Ryobi batteries use LG 18650 batteries, or Samsung 18650. The cheap batteries that you purchased have a much lower grade of.18650 batteries with no overheating protection, and I’m much shorter lifespan because they are generic and not made as well
I have the genuine 5 amp and the one you have labelled 8 amp both new. I estimate the genuine ryobi holds double the charge. The non genuine is fine for low draw tools but for high draw mowers and blowers they deplete really quickly.
This sounds more like an Australian thing than a Ryobi thing. Because here in the US, they basically give them away. I've stopped keeping track of my batteries. I'm not even sure how many unopened batteries I've got. There's a free battery pack deal every time I buy a tool. They aren't even worth selling on eBay because everyone has the same problem, so they're dirt cheap there too.
Totaly agree weee being ripped off by manufactures… same battery different label … do you realy think the re make a factory just to make Ryobi batteries .. and as for supporting your convey … how about them supporting you!
I’ve seen some of these copy batteries pulled apart & compared to the construction of the genuine product, not an electrical expert but the copies look “dodgy”. I would be very very careful when recharging the copy. I was on the verge of buy the knock off battery until I saw the comparison. I would advise anyone considering purchasing the copy to do some due diligence.
I got a nongenuine replacement for a Makita battery - it had great capacity for a while then refused to charge I was curious and pulled the battery apart and found one cell group (two cells paralleled up) was read zero volts. I replaced the two cells with similar capacity cell and charged all cells individually to the same voltage. I also pulled the genuine Makita battery apart to see any difference. The real difference is in the quality of the BMS - the genuine unit was far superior, while the knocking was very rudimentary. Eventually the battery pack failed again this time with smoke coming out when used. The original battery were now useless and I could no long use the replacement so I had to dispose of all batteries and the drill. I don't think Ryobi have batteries that are the quality of Makita or other top brands so it would be interesting to see someone pull apart one.
Batteries are always a problem. I have had a brand new genuine Ryobi battery overheat and melt while running a saw on a hot summer day. Others work reliably for years. I would guess that the imitation batteries are similar though the fail rate is higher.
If you're a Tradesmen you stick with good gear. Otherwise the cheaper alternatives are good enough. I'm a retired Diesel mechanic used to gear like Snap On Stahwille SK-Wayne Koken and so on. No Sidchrome in my tool box. You don't need this gear unless your life depends on it.
I have only original Ryobi batteries, 3 or 4of them are over 10 yrs old, most more than5 yrs. I alos work in commercial construction and have yet to have a battery fail. True the 10 yr old ones are at about 85% capacity but work fine. I'm in the US so that might make a difference and we don't have 36v batteries here but do have 40v but in sure that's just marketing like Dewalt 20v batteries are just 18v in reality. I've tried the cheap ones, they fail in less than 6 months.
I purchased 2 non Ryobi batteries just like the one in the ad. One still works and the other charged once and stopped charging. The company I purchased it from would not respond to me and I am out a battery that has a 10 year warranty that lasted one charge.
Don't buy them I have always had problems with them for example they won't charge and read defective in charger or they will appear fully charged and the voltage will drop under load. These are very bad batteries and don't last
This happened to one of my batteries. I took the top off the battery and found a crap solder join on one of the batteries. Quick fix. The battery is still performing very well 4 years later.
I fell into the trap of getting some Ryobi one+ tools (in a kit on clearance) from Bunnings. The outrageous price for batteries is partly because Bunnings are the only place that sells Ryobi one+ so they charge whatever they want. I'll be looking into some of those el cheapo ones when my OEM batteries die
I mean the fire risk of these knock off batteries is a good reason not to if you want to see how bad they are (and the correct ah) open them up and look at the packs for both the knock off and genuine that said the genuine ones are over priced for sure
I agree Ryobi is damned expensive, however quality varies on the fakes, and I reckon my NON-genuine batteries are more like half their stated capacity. Also, I have serious concerns about their safety - there is no way I trust them charging unattended. Lithium battery fires are really bad news.
I'm willing to bet the internals are exactly the same as to supporting any business it would be a lot easier if that business wasn't trying to ream you up to the elbow in the first place in this case an outrageous 420% reaming. This consumer "ripping off" is an old and widespread thing in Australia I think due to how isolated we were years ago which did make things expensive but things have changed and these companies need to change too. Just go into any Anaconda and buy a $30 lure made from plastic that costs cents in the dollar to make... End rant.
Hi there, my Ryobi 3Ah failed in the same way as yours, fully charged then would stop after losing 1 bar, they are crap! Ended up buying a copy from TradeMe (NZ version of Ebay) for $45, works perfectly, would never buy original Ryobi battery when I can get similar for 60% less, thanks for the vid
It’s just luck of the draw.Have bought 5 copies over the years…4 went belly up in the first year. One still going strong 5 years later (on my held hand blower).
Claiming that non-genuine replacement batteries are “exactly the same” as genuine ones is a bit misleading. As a long-time Makita user, I may try some third-party compatible batteries eventually, but it’s worth considering a few key points. Do these cheaper alternatives feature a Battery Management System (BMS) with robust lithium safety protocols, or are they potentially a significant fire risk? While the price difference between genuine and knock-off batteries can seem absurd, part of that cost could be due to higher-quality components, such as advanced BMS technology and premium-grade, balanced, and tested lithium cells. Lithium battery fires have become a growing concern, with fire services seeing more incidents caused by devices using substandard batteries. In my work selling and servicing e-bikes, it’s well-documented that cheaper systems-often sourced from China-can be prone to explosions while charging, unlike the reliable systems from brands like Bosch, Shimano, and Yamaha. I’ve personally experienced the dangers of lower-quality batteries, such as a USA-made NOCO jump starter that exploded without warning while charging on my dining room table. So, are non-genuine batteries truly “exactly the same”? Or are they cheap for a reason, with hidden risks that require much more careful management compared to genuine, brand-name options? It’s definitely food for thought.
Not misleading whatsoever! I'm sharing in this video my experience with these Ryobi alternatives for the Ryobi line-up. Perhaps you've had a different experience with your Makita alternatives.
I only buy genuine ryobi but a mate of mine he loves the Chinese knock offs but he had one that got that hot it melted the case so bad it won't fit in a tool now
They copies are cheap for a reason....they last a couple of weeks then they're crap! Bought a couple on eBay. Contacted the seller, but they'd disappeared from Ebay! Stick to genuine, they last longer.
I have had genuine and knockoff batteries fail early, but my current knockoff batteries are about 4 years old, still going strong and i live in the NT heat.
Every brand sells tools with batteries more cheaply than batteries. It's a waste of resources. No matter what country you're in, contact you legislators and tell them your sick of these companies taking consumers for a ride.
*Length of *TIME owned' since purchased, on any rechargeable battery, is somewhat misleading.* *Instead, DUTY CYCLES, thermal, and mechanical degradation modes, such as temperature, operating windows, charge/discharge rates, storage environment, and cycling patterns are the determining factors.*
Because we are in OZ mate, we get screwed on everything, and when you have a cartel controlling the DIY hardware industry, you get the privelidge of paying what they demand and screw the customer.
You got ripped off. Those generic batteries do not have the same amount of power which you would not likely notice unless you actually test it side by side but they also do not last long. I tried some out for ryobi and Dewalt years ago and they lasted about 3mo. I contacted the manufacturer who sent me another battery DOA and when I contacted them again hoping it was just a fluke they stopped responding all together. I called them and they told me that they could not help me. Ryobi and Dewalt have a 3 year warranty on their batteries which they will 100% honor without hassle. Dewalt will even warranty a battery purchased off of ebay without paperwork
Those crap batteries lasted me under 6 months, the Ryobi genuine lasted me 8 years. There are better ebay batteries than the one you showed here. If they are going to lie about the amps then they are going to lie about everything else.
During the last 12 months, I have purchased a 2 genuine ryobi battery's which have both failed. Returned for exchange 4 times and 0ne still not working...It is costing me more money than the battery's cost in running around returning them. I will be giving these a go for sure.
i feel aussie culture is obsessed with brand name and only best quality stuff only ,,,,,,,high profit items that use marketing called ''' reassuringly expensive '' ,,,its nonsense,,,,,,,,,,,,,when so many great value copy alternatives for a fraction of the cost ,,,,yes the specs are eggagerated but net value is superior ,,,,,,i have used such items for decades and just very occasionally dissapointed and had to get replacement or just turf ,,,,,but even so well in front financially ,,,,,,,,in many cases things are made in same factory ,,,different runs and labels only ,,,,,,wake up everyone ,,,,,,,electronic designer 40 years here ,,,,
Agree, Ozito is now a reputable product with good warranty; know of a large plumbing company who only buy Ozito because of cost because they "swim just as well as Makita / Ryobi" when dropped.
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I’ve had cheapies for over 5 years for ryobi, I always reach for them before the original ones, longer running times and none have failed yet
I have been using “power cell” Ryobi & Makita replacement batteries for the last 4 years - NO ISSUES I am very happy.
I've been using Ryobi tools since 2008 and I've tried the knockoff batteries and have had terrible luck. I had one in a light and with 3 bars it went dead in 5 minutes. I buy Ryobi tools only when on sale and I buy them with the batteries and chargers. So right now I have 10 4 amp batteries and a bunch of chargers. All of them work. I also have 4 off brand and none of them work. Even when they do work they don't run as long as a real one. They get very hot in some tools and one of my Bluetooth speakers it wont even click in.
I have 6 genuine Ryobi batteries 5ah and I use them for my camping lights and lawn mower and garden tools at home . 4 of them I have used for about 4 years . I bought 2 of these cheap ones online and one lasted 2 weeks , the other I have had for 3 years and still going strong . The only issue I had with the cheap ones was they were very hard to put in the tools and charger so I got some fine sandpaper and lightly sanded around the top , lol , now they fit perfectly 👍
Whether buying genuine or cheapies, I've always had a hit or miss experience too. I've had these for several months now and they are doing the job just fine... and no sandpaper required. 😅
I have 22 genuine ryobi batteries use them daily at work the oldest ones are dated 2014 they all still work I have never had one fail yet I have had a few of the old 1.2 and 2.4 in the old Style without the green end on them but never a green ended one I cycle through the whole lot so they are charged and discharge on a regular basis I don't know if this has something to do with them lasting or knot.on a side note a mate of mine buys the knock off batteries he had one that got that hot when charging it actually melted the case and warped it so it doesn't fit in a tool now this could of been a fire hazard
I bought two 6AH none genuine batteries for Ryobi for $65 on Amazon and they were delivered the next day I live in Perth for use in my lawnmower they work great no problems. They perform exactly like the original batteries.
Do you recommend your mower? Old 4 stroke died. Considering the switch
Another option is an adapter that allows you to use other commonly available batteries with your tools. This allows you to share batteries across brands. For example, I have ones for Ryobi and Dewalt. I also have Ryobi and Milwaukee. Both work great.
That adapter idea is good... I haven't seen those. I'll try to find those.
Nice mate! Cheers for the link too 👍
In 2018 I bought a 5Ah non-genuine Ryobi-compatible battery from the Jungle website for $37. My brother-in-law used my 10-in brushless chainsaw continuously for 40 minutes on light shrubbery with that battery, which is still going strong.
The genuine battery has a long warrantee, I think the more recent ones have a 5-year warrantee. The warrantee used to be 2 years. I would be checking the manufacture date and asking staff at the tool shop of Bunnings. When I had a battery die on me after it was rained on, the staff told me to take it in and they replaced it even knowing it had been rained upon.
I'll have to give some of these a go. You cant beat that price !! I have a few Ryobi tools and I don't mind them. I bought my impact driver 13 years ago (may have been left in the rain once or twice 😅😅) and it still does everything I throw at it.
So far, so good.... and its been a few months now with these. 👍
It could be an 8 amp hour battery. It depends on the individual batteries in the pack and the technology.
I've seen videos on Jumpstarting failed batteries like RYOBI haven't tried it myself. All Lithium Batteries should be cheaper as Lithium has gone down 80% in the last two years.
The only issue with 3rd party batteries is the quality is highly variable, the manufacturers take shortcuts with the BMS and thermal protection. You can’t tell the quality without opening them.
I’m fine with buying 3rd party batteries but I never leave them charging unattended.
@@hoadie You are definitely right about the low quality of the third party battery and charging. I will just pay the higher cost and get a known quality. The cheap ones will burn down your shop or house.
Good Deal. My Wife Is Indonesian, And Her Father Hates Anything Made In China, So When My Kids Were Born I Wrote Made in USA On Them Took Pics Of Them And Sent The Pics To Her Father. Fun Fact.
Cheers thanks mate just bought a 2xpak off ebay
Thanks for sharing well done
I have run Makita for many years and am yet to replace a battery although I have a few so they don't get a lot of work.
I would be wary of knockoffs given all the stories we've seen of cheap scooter and bike batteries going up when charging.
Those are a good find! The only thing I'm worried about are battery fires. Even with the OEM batteries I have, I never leave them unattended when charging. But I'm willing to give it a try. 👍
I've had these for a few months now... I've got the same confidence in these as in the OEM ones.
@ good to know 🍻
There is a difference between the ones you got and the genuine Ryobi batteries the genuine Ryobi batteries use LG 18650 batteries, or Samsung 18650. The cheap batteries that you purchased have a much lower grade of.18650 batteries with no overheating protection, and I’m much shorter lifespan because they are generic and not made as well
I got the ryobi 36v tools and the genuine battery from bunnings is really really expensive. tempted to get a few more 3rd party batteries as well.
Are the cheap knock offs anything like cheap scooter batteries that may go up on flames, not sure it is worth the risk.
I have the genuine 5 amp and the one you have labelled 8 amp both new. I estimate the genuine ryobi holds double the charge. The non genuine is fine for low draw tools but for high draw mowers and blowers they deplete really quickly.
This sounds more like an Australian thing than a Ryobi thing. Because here in the US, they basically give them away.
I've stopped keeping track of my batteries. I'm not even sure how many unopened batteries I've got. There's a free battery pack deal every time I buy a tool. They aren't even worth selling on eBay because everyone has the same problem, so they're dirt cheap there too.
Totaly agree weee being ripped off by manufactures… same battery different label … do you realy think the re make a factory just to make Ryobi batteries .. and as for supporting your convey … how about them supporting you!
I’ve seen some of these copy batteries pulled apart & compared to the construction of the genuine product, not an electrical expert but the copies look “dodgy”. I would be very very careful when recharging the copy. I was on the verge of buy the knock off battery until I saw the comparison. I would advise anyone considering purchasing the copy to do some due diligence.
I like the 18v blower. Have not seen that offered where I live. NJ USA
I got a nongenuine replacement for a Makita battery - it had great capacity for a while then refused to charge I was curious and pulled the battery apart and found one cell group (two cells paralleled up) was read zero volts. I replaced the two cells with similar capacity cell and charged all cells individually to the same voltage. I also pulled the genuine Makita battery apart to see any difference. The real difference is in the quality of the BMS - the genuine unit was far superior, while the knocking was very rudimentary. Eventually the battery pack failed again this time with smoke coming out when used. The original battery were now useless and I could no long use the replacement so I had to dispose of all batteries and the drill. I don't think Ryobi have batteries that are the quality of Makita or other top brands so it would be interesting to see someone pull apart one.
I’ve brought 4 of these knock offs over the 3 years, all going strong still. So far, value for money
Batteries are always a problem. I have had a brand new genuine Ryobi battery overheat and melt while running a saw on a hot summer day. Others work reliably for years. I would guess that the imitation batteries are similar though the fail rate is higher.
If you're a Tradesmen you stick with good gear. Otherwise the cheaper alternatives are good enough. I'm a retired Diesel mechanic used to gear like Snap On Stahwille SK-Wayne Koken and so on. No Sidchrome in my tool box. You don't need this gear unless your life depends on it.
What about Battery World? Do they sell replacement batteries for Ryobi tools cheaper than Bunnings? What about battery fires?
Be careful with Battery World. I have found them to be expensive but sometimes they are the only ones able to get a specific battery for me.
A couple of years ago Bunnings had a deal where you could get 4x 4Ah batteries for $249. The current price for two of them is $199.
I have only original Ryobi batteries, 3 or 4of them are over 10 yrs old, most more than5 yrs. I alos work in commercial construction and have yet to have a battery fail. True the 10 yr old ones are at about 85% capacity but work fine. I'm in the US so that might make a difference and we don't have 36v batteries here but do have 40v but in sure that's just marketing like Dewalt 20v batteries are just 18v in reality. I've tried the cheap ones, they fail in less than 6 months.
Great news, thanks.
I purchased 2 non Ryobi batteries just like the one in the ad. One still works and the other charged once and stopped charging. The company I purchased it from would not respond to me and I am out a battery that has a 10 year warranty that lasted one charge.
Don't buy them I have always had problems with them for example they won't charge and read defective in charger or they will appear fully charged and the voltage will drop under load. These are very bad batteries and don't last
This happened to one of my batteries. I took the top off the battery and found a crap solder join on one of the batteries. Quick fix. The battery is still performing very well 4 years later.
Until one of those cheap poorly constructed knock offs burn your house down while charging it.
Thanks Mate.
Are there similar/same for AEG??
I fell into the trap of getting some Ryobi one+ tools (in a kit on clearance) from Bunnings.
The outrageous price for batteries is partly because Bunnings are the only place that sells Ryobi one+ so they charge whatever they want.
I'll be looking into some of those el cheapo ones when my OEM batteries die
Yes I buy ebay batteries and found they last longer per charge.
Only charge while your home and buy a fire extinguisher
absolutely. I hope his insurance is paid up.
It's a good idea to have a fire extinguisher even if you aren't charging cheap lithium batteries
I mean the fire risk of these knock off batteries is a good reason not to if you want to see how bad they are (and the correct ah) open them up and look at the packs for both the knock off and genuine that said the genuine ones are over priced for sure
My ryobi batteries last. Had no trouble. Have ozito too and those batteries last too.
I agree Ryobi is damned expensive, however quality varies on the fakes, and I reckon my NON-genuine batteries are more like half their stated capacity.
Also, I have serious concerns about their safety - there is no way I trust them charging unattended. Lithium battery fires are really bad news.
I have batteries that fail extremely prematurely when buying the cheaper option. It is a compelling proposition still.
Judge them on their lifespan vs the lifespan of the genuine.
The knockoffs usually fail a lot quicker.
I'm willing to bet the internals are exactly the same as to supporting any business it would be a lot easier if that business wasn't trying to ream you up to the elbow in the first place in this case an outrageous 420% reaming.
This consumer "ripping off" is an old and widespread thing in Australia I think due to how isolated we were years ago which did make things expensive but things have changed and these companies need to change too. Just go into any Anaconda and buy a $30 lure made from plastic that costs cents in the dollar to make... End rant.
Thanks for the info, great to know 👍
This is why I buy fuel or electric tools as much as possible. Batteries are terrible
Hi there, my Ryobi 3Ah failed in the same way as yours, fully charged then would stop after losing 1 bar, they are crap! Ended up buying a copy from TradeMe (NZ version of Ebay) for $45, works perfectly, would never buy original Ryobi battery when I can get similar for 60% less, thanks for the vid
Exactly!! 👍👍
It’s just luck of the draw.Have bought 5 copies over the years…4 went belly up in the first year. One still going strong 5 years later (on my held hand blower).
Do not throw out that faulty battery. There are plenty of sites showing how to reserect one. Your might be fixable.
Thanks... That's good advice... I'll take a look 👍
Don't the batteries come with warranty. 2 years doesn't sound very long
Claiming that non-genuine replacement batteries are “exactly the same” as genuine ones is a bit misleading. As a long-time Makita user, I may try some third-party compatible batteries eventually, but it’s worth considering a few key points.
Do these cheaper alternatives feature a Battery Management System (BMS) with robust lithium safety protocols, or are they potentially a significant fire risk? While the price difference between genuine and knock-off batteries can seem absurd, part of that cost could be due to higher-quality components, such as advanced BMS technology and premium-grade, balanced, and tested lithium cells.
Lithium battery fires have become a growing concern, with fire services seeing more incidents caused by devices using substandard batteries. In my work selling and servicing e-bikes, it’s well-documented that cheaper systems-often sourced from China-can be prone to explosions while charging, unlike the reliable systems from brands like Bosch, Shimano, and Yamaha. I’ve personally experienced the dangers of lower-quality batteries, such as a USA-made NOCO jump starter that exploded without warning while charging on my dining room table.
So, are non-genuine batteries truly “exactly the same”? Or are they cheap for a reason, with hidden risks that require much more careful management compared to genuine, brand-name options? It’s definitely food for thought.
Not misleading whatsoever! I'm sharing in this video my experience with these Ryobi alternatives for the Ryobi line-up. Perhaps you've had a different experience with your Makita alternatives.
I only buy genuine ryobi but a mate of mine he loves the Chinese knock offs but he had one that got that hot it melted the case so bad it won't fit in a tool now
They copies are cheap for a reason....they last a couple of weeks then they're crap!
Bought a couple on eBay. Contacted the seller, but they'd disappeared from Ebay!
Stick to genuine, they last longer.
I have had genuine and knockoff batteries fail early, but my current knockoff batteries are about 4 years old, still going strong and i live in the NT heat.
Every brand sells tools with batteries more cheaply than batteries. It's a waste of resources. No matter what country you're in, contact you legislators and tell them your sick of these companies taking consumers for a ride.
*Length of *TIME owned' since purchased, on any rechargeable battery, is somewhat misleading.* *Instead, DUTY CYCLES, thermal, and mechanical degradation modes, such as temperature, operating windows, charge/discharge rates, storage environment, and cycling patterns are the determining factors.*
I don’t know why you’re paying that much over here in the US at Home Depot. They’re like $75.
Because we are in OZ mate, we get screwed on everything, and when you have a cartel controlling the DIY hardware industry, you get the privelidge of paying what they demand and screw the customer.
Milwaukee knockoffs are rubbish
You got ripped off. Those generic batteries do not have the same amount of power which you would not likely notice unless you actually test it side by side but they also do not last long. I tried some out for ryobi and Dewalt years ago and they lasted about 3mo. I contacted the manufacturer who sent me another battery DOA and when I contacted them again hoping it was just a fluke they stopped responding all together. I called them and they told me that they could not help me. Ryobi and Dewalt have a 3 year warranty on their batteries which they will 100% honor without hassle. Dewalt will even warranty a battery purchased off of ebay without paperwork
Nah don't trust temu like batteries.
Those crap batteries lasted me under 6 months, the Ryobi genuine lasted me 8 years. There are better ebay batteries than the one you showed here. If they are going to lie about the amps then they are going to lie about everything else.
During the last 12 months, I have purchased a 2 genuine ryobi battery's which have both failed. Returned for exchange 4 times and 0ne still not working...It is costing me more money than the battery's cost in running around returning them. I will be giving these a go for sure.
i feel aussie culture is obsessed with brand name and only best quality stuff only ,,,,,,,high profit items that use marketing called ''' reassuringly expensive '' ,,,its nonsense,,,,,,,,,,,,,when so many great value copy alternatives for a fraction of the cost ,,,,yes the specs are eggagerated but net value is superior ,,,,,,i have used such items for decades and just very occasionally dissapointed and had to get replacement or just turf ,,,,,but even so well in front financially ,,,,,,,,in many cases things are made in same factory ,,,different runs and labels only ,,,,,,wake up everyone ,,,,,,,electronic designer 40 years here ,,,,
Agree, Ozito is now a reputable product with good warranty; know of a large plumbing company who only buy Ozito because of cost because they "swim just as well as Makita / Ryobi" when dropped.