Appears to handle logs that are not difficult to split by axe. I'd love to see it in action with the funky Ys and Ts that make me appreciate gas log splitters.
It's a little different splitting wood compared to hydraulic. This one basically punches the wood with some follow through. Hydraulic is like a low gear that pushes through it.
I got a small electric hydraulic tabletop splitter for my mother in-law to split kindling, she is 80 years young and loves to us it. I feel the hydraulic splitters are safer because of the slower cycle time and the second your hand comes of the operating handle the cylinder retracts. I have been very impressed with the unit and what it will split. These units are fairly generic and sell under many different names at big box outlets and I paid $300 Cdn on sale. Btw, I split about 6 or more cords a year with a full size splitter and my mother in-law stacks every log! then makes me lunch, boy did I get lucky!
i flip houses and we use almost every Ryobi battery tool that they make. some of our tools are several years old and are still working fine although an old "blue plastic" 18 volt Ryobi hand-held grinder that i've had for at least 10 years finally burned up last week. i just bought a Ryobi one-man Auger post-hole and post machine that runs off the same 40 volt batteries as the machine above. the Auger works amazingly well for a one-person operation. i did a recent deck and ramp over a backyard slope and dug 12 holes, 30" deep by 6" in diameter. each hole only took a little over a minute and i was able to do 8 holes on a single charged battery. i have two 40 volt batteries (as i also have the 40 volt weed eater) and swapping in a second battery allowed me to do all 12 cement pylon holes in less than a half an hour. the weed eater i mentioned will do almost an acre on a single charged 40 volt battery. i like Ryobi tools and have found them to be more than capable and durable. however, i did buy a Milwaukee battery chainsaw as it was the best performing battery saw out according to four different testers. if Ryobi's 40 volt battery saw works as well as the Milwaukee one i have, the saw and the noted wood splitter would be a great combination.
Cycle time looks good but needs a flat surface around the blad to keep the wood from falling to the ground. This way you can take better advantage of the quick cycle time.
Looking forward to checking this out at our off grid cabin. I take delivery this weekend. I had gas powered for years. No matter how careful I always spil a bit of gas when refilling or oil when changing oil. Then there are issues with the spark plug noise etc. I love the Ego products and have gone over to electric. I have a great Eccoflow solar system so easy to charge the batteries. Great review
Wow this is really interesting. So it basically uses a motor and a flywheel to throw the log into the split knife, kinda like using an axe where it relies on weight and momentum. I have used a regular hydraulic one powered by a solar inverter but it's cool to see that a battery one exists.
I love it. I understand that it will not be available until this fall. When it does become available it will be replacing my electric/hydraulic one I have now and be a welcomed addition to my Ryobi tools.
What about seasoned Oak or Hickory? The noise level is pretty cool but I'm also impressed with the return time. My biggest complaint with gas/hydraulic splitters is how long of a split and return time it takes. I have never lost a splitting challenge to any logsplitter especially if I can use an old car tire. Lastly, even if you rent a log splitter once every once in a while, it will take a while to spend what you would on this Ryobi. Also, with renting equipment, there is no maintenance, or batteries to charge. Especially if you have limited or no electric.
There are kinetic gas splitters like this here just gas that are just as fast and the commercial grade hydraulic splitters are pretty quick too nothing like the big box store splitters that take half a day for the ram to cycle.
@@JesseLJohnson I have a 28 ton Dirty Hands splitter and it is really fast, maybe too fast as it is so easy to us that I end up splitting my pieces too small.
This is great. I've got a 40v chainsaw and brush cutter to do some land clearing. I've been just ripping logs with the chainsaw, this might close a gap and save some wear and tear on the chainsaw. Nice. Hope it works with less than perfectly seasoned logs. Thanks Ryobi
The only thing I've ever done with Ryobi tools is look for some really tall weeds and throw them in there as far as I can and forget about them. Thanks for the share anyways I sure got a good laugh. I'll stick with a maul and my man muscles.
It doesn't really fit my needs but I am impressed at its ability to split that bigger log. I've been a big fan of their 18v stuff since the blue tool era. I need a larger capacity and the ability to go vertical when the logs get too heavy to lift. I'd also be concerned about its longevity and durability. My Troybuilt 28T hydraulic can be serviced if necessary virtually every part is replaceable. You could probably modify a cheap Harbor Freight motorcycle lift with a plywood platform to put this splitter at a comfortable height.
Learned a couple things, first.. apparently I've been pronouncing "Ryobi" wrong my entire life 😂 and two it works a hell of a lot better than I expected!! I saw a picture and immediately laughed and was thinking theres absolutely no way that works NEARLY as good as a gas powered one. Then i watched their add and said "well they're doing a hell of a job at advertising it but they're probably using the dryest wood you could imagine" so i had to see someone"test it" and im actually pretty impressed. One thing is for sure, ain't no gas splitter splitting logs that fast thats for damn sure!! I'd imagine if you have seasoned logs and need to split for a wood stove (not furnace) it'd be just fine! With the price of fuel these days it'd probably pay itself off in one season 😂
Cherry, the easiest wood to split by a long shot. Can we see it tackle some rock maple, some burled oak or some black birch? I'll stick to my 6hp, 27-ton splitter for now.
Looks nice..but the throw of the splitter is a couple of inches too short ! I see unsplit wood getting in the way after the stroke....I doubt this is adjustable.....what is your take here?
I can see this being more favorable for someone from the suburbs. My wood stove is large to the point where something below 10” wouldn’t need split anyways, I’d have to see if they made a 25 ton version potentially, at least…
wow that is pretty cool , im pretty sure there are people who are going to modify this and make do what its not design to but I think its.a great tool for small wood splitting logs handy for the newer beginner .
8# splitting maule $19.00 never runs out of battery power. I guess it’s kinda neat if you don’t have much wood to split. Or 20-24” oak logs. But a $200 electric one will prolly do about the same. That’s over $800 left for beer!
You drink that $800 and spend $60 for a back surgery, like me! I have one of these, and I absolutely love it! I normally split wood at night now. I also do it indoors. My back injury was from swinging a duck bill hammer. I change big rig truck tires and large farm tires. The only thing I will change about this splitter is it needs a stand. I want to stand up when I split wood. I will also add a table to catch wood.
It looks like it would be good for someone like me who is disabled but would like to do something for themselves. You could do one or two small to mid sized trees per day and really have the ability to put in your carrier to go back and be stacked. The saw was a nice edition too.
How make amps does that splitter draw? What does up to 150 splits mean? Do you have to be changing the logs like the Flash to get that many before the battery is done? If you left it running how late before that 4 amp hour battery is depleted?
The amps draw is somewhat irrelevant because it runs on a single 40 Volt Ryobi battery, which is charged when not in use. It's hard to imagine that this machine will be used all day, but of course you could have a 2nd battery.
I've used the chain saw and it's bad ass. This splitter though I'm skeptical on it lasting for a long time. And I'm sure the price is in the thousands. The saw was almost $500.
@@MarkThomasBuilder i was sad that they were late on the propane heater. i bought the dewalt 2 yrs ago. my ol man had ryobi. im looking at the hot knife for my pelican cases
Milwaukee and Ryobi are produced by the same company. Milwaukee typically comes out with their OPE after Ryobi does, often based off of the same design , but with tweaks for durability and longevity. The people who buy Ryobi have lower reliability expectations and are more interested in variety/innovation.
Ryobi is often used as TTI's experimental division. If you go back to the blue NiCad days, that was even more true. Ryobi was making crazy tools for their 18v ecosystem. These days it's common for specialty tools to come from any cordless brand, but Ryobi still likely has more between their 18v and 40v lines. They are still used for experimental tools, but not quite as often anymore. A good example was their 18ga brad nailer. The onboard "compressor" had never been successfully tried before. It was a hit, so Ridgid and Milwaukee (Ridgid name is licensed, but made by TTI, goes by AEG outside or North America) adopted the same tech. Then other companies copied it.
Want to see it do green wood of any kind with knots. I just spent a day bucking and splitting logs up to 24” in diameter because that’s mostly what’s around my area. 12 ton? Would not last long in Oregon. Maybe in Portland but we’re not sure Portland really is Oregon anymore.
Given that I already have some 40v tools, this would be a great addition. Bet its great for mobile work like helping friends an family out with small jobs.
We got given one to try for the weekend. We were pretty excited but unfortunately it could not get through one red gum log. After three pulls it just got stuck. Tried on smaller logs, possibly six inches with similar results. Bending over was not such a problem we just pulled it onto a pallet.
This thing retails for $999(?!) at Home Depot. It's like they designed the MOST expensive way to split logs... one at a time. Has no one ever heard of an 'axe'? Or has any physical exertion become taboo in America? ☮
@@VitaKet Time is money? We are talking about splitting logs on your own property... presumably on your own time. What money is saved? Plus, the thing costs a grand! And there are far cheaper versions of this thing. Your logic is flawed. ✌️
It's good if you sit in a wheel chair or if you dont you soon will be after some heavy back problems heh, splitting force may be good but I don't see it any useful unless it's up in a stand of some sort so you can straighten your back out more.
My back hurts just watching you use this splitter. Why do they make them so short? Interesting concept for someone who does just a little bit of firewood though.
I'm interested to see if other brands join in and make log splitters. It would probably be an ideal height if I put it in my landscape trailer, near the edge and work from the ground.
@@MarkThomasBuilder agreed, if set up on a work surface it would be little better. Will be interesting to see if any other companies follow. Being battery powered you would think they would have the flywheel start up when you pull the release lever rather than pushing a start button and running continuously. That would save some serious battery life you would think.
@davidrogers6287 Thanks. This new spell check in my phone is beyond maddening. It tries to install words it thinks need to be there. Doesn't matter if it is spelled correctly or not.
2 people can lift it. It's designed to be rolled around by the handles. I like the idea of towing it at low speeds. Maybe that will be in their gen2 version.
Looks good. Make a review in a couple years and ill see how it held up. Also It needs a table to raise it up to waist level. Your back is not going to be happy bending over that unit for long. 😅
That thing has some recoil to it! I noticed a few times it looked like it didn't quite fully split the wood, was that a consistent issue? I could see how that would end up being a pain, when you're splitting a lot of wood at a time.
Kinetic splitters seem to have this issue. But the speed vs hydraolic splitters still makes it worth while. Then again 150 cuts per battery means that you need 4-6 batteries/charges for a chord of wood.
These batteries take approximately 1 hour to charge. Most people that use the Ryobi have more than one tool so they already have additional batteries floating around and they are interchangeable.
As a dwarf who splits a lot wood, this is the machine I’ve been looking for!
The perfect height, so no having to leap up to put logs in.
lol...
You have a wee small stove too, I assume?
Makes my back hurt just watching the video.
Dont you need smaller wood for smaller fire for smaller heat?
Wake up snow white you've got to see this thing!!!...lol
I have one of these .. they are heavy as hell. But they work splendidly. Love it.
Appears to handle logs that are not difficult to split by axe. I'd love to see it in action with the funky Ys and Ts that make me appreciate gas log splitters.
It's a little different splitting wood compared to hydraulic. This one basically punches the wood with some follow through. Hydraulic is like a low gear that pushes through it.
Actually a cross pattern option would be nice too.
The machine would probably go to pieces
exactly, tell me you don't split much firewood, without telling me you don't split much firewood.
You are confusing a kinetic splitter with a hydraulic splitter. Hydraulic is slower than molasses. Kinetic is where it's at.
What a beast! Just when I think RYOBI is chilling out, they start making crazy stuff again. Love it!
That’s awesome!!
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I build a splitting wedge for my 24 ton log splitter with 2 hydraulic cylinders, This one is mine ;) th-cam.com/video/pqOqoi8FEho/w-d-xo.html
I got a small electric hydraulic tabletop splitter for my mother in-law to split kindling, she is 80 years young and loves to us it. I feel the hydraulic splitters are safer because of the slower cycle time and the second your hand comes of the operating handle the cylinder retracts. I have been very impressed with the unit and what it will split. These units are fairly generic and sell under many different names at big box outlets and I paid $300 Cdn on sale. Btw, I split about 6 or more cords a year with a full size splitter and my mother in-law stacks every log! then makes me lunch, boy did I get lucky!
I have one too...its split literally 10 cords of bettle killed pine...and is still going strong
Your mother in law sounds like a keeper
@@StephenOwen if my wife ever leaves me there will be a custody battle for her!
Would allow for splitting wood indoors, nice for Winter !
i flip houses and we use almost every Ryobi battery tool that they make. some of our tools are several years old and are still working fine although an old "blue plastic" 18 volt Ryobi hand-held grinder that i've had for at least 10 years finally burned up last week. i just bought a Ryobi one-man Auger post-hole and post machine that runs off the same 40 volt batteries as the machine above. the Auger works amazingly well for a one-person operation. i did a recent deck and ramp over a backyard slope and dug 12 holes, 30" deep by 6" in diameter. each hole only took a little over a minute and i was able to do 8 holes on a single charged battery. i have two 40 volt batteries (as i also have the 40 volt weed eater) and swapping in a second battery allowed me to do all 12 cement pylon holes in less than a half an hour. the weed eater i mentioned will do almost an acre on a single charged 40 volt battery. i like Ryobi tools and have found them to be more than capable and durable. however, i did buy a Milwaukee battery chainsaw as it was the best performing battery saw out according to four different testers. if Ryobi's 40 volt battery saw works as well as the Milwaukee one i have, the saw and the noted wood splitter would be a great combination.
i have the 18v augur, that thing is a riot ;p
I don't know why but i love to watch logs getting split 😂😂😂
It one of those satisfying things when they split cleanly.
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I usually hate electric stuff but this would be handy to wheel right into the bush with me
For what this will split you could just take a maul
@@integr8er66 It's more powerful than you might think
5:12 reeobee not raiobee. I am offended 😂
Cycle time looks good but needs a flat surface around the blad to keep the wood from falling to the ground. This way you can take better advantage of the quick cycle time.
Looking forward to checking this out at our off grid cabin. I take delivery this weekend. I had gas powered for years. No matter how careful I always spil a bit of gas when refilling or oil when changing oil. Then there are issues with the spark plug noise etc. I love the Ego products and have gone over to electric. I have a great Eccoflow solar system so easy to charge the batteries. Great review
Interesting, I never thought about charging the batteries by solar power.
Wow this is really interesting. So it basically uses a motor and a flywheel to throw the log into the split knife, kinda like using an axe where it relies on weight and momentum. I have used a regular hydraulic one powered by a solar inverter but it's cool to see that a battery one exists.
Starts at 2:15
What was the log holder when you were cutting and where did it come from?
I put a link to the log holder in the video description. It came from Amazon. I will review it soon. Here's the link - amzn.to/451Oolw
I love it. I understand that it will not be available until this fall. When it does become available it will be replacing my electric/hydraulic one I have now and be a welcomed addition to my Ryobi tools.
That's cool! I'm excited to see this available.
What about seasoned Oak or Hickory? The noise level is pretty cool but I'm also impressed with the return time. My biggest complaint with gas/hydraulic splitters is how long of a split and return time it takes. I have never lost a splitting challenge to any logsplitter especially if I can use an old car tire. Lastly, even if you rent a log splitter once every once in a while, it will take a while to spend what you would on this Ryobi. Also, with renting equipment, there is no maintenance, or batteries to charge. Especially if you have limited or no electric.
I didn't have much firewood on hand to split, other than the cherry. I'd like to try some seasoned oak, like you said.
@@MarkThomasBuilder⁹
There are kinetic gas splitters like this here just gas that are just as fast and the commercial grade hydraulic splitters are pretty quick too nothing like the big box store splitters that take half a day for the ram to cycle.
@@JesseLJohnson I have a 28 ton Dirty Hands splitter and it is really fast, maybe too fast as it is so easy to us that I end up splitting my pieces too small.
To true
If Ego makes one I will definitely buy it.
This is great. I've got a 40v chainsaw and brush cutter to do some land clearing. I've been just ripping logs with the chainsaw, this might close a gap and save some wear and tear on the chainsaw. Nice. Hope it works with less than perfectly seasoned logs. Thanks Ryobi
The only thing I've ever done with Ryobi tools is look for some really tall weeds and throw them in there as far as I can and forget about them. Thanks for the share anyways I sure got a good laugh. I'll stick with a maul and my man muscles.
It doesn't really fit my needs but I am impressed at its ability to split that bigger log. I've been a big fan of their 18v stuff since the blue tool era.
I need a larger capacity and the ability to go vertical when the logs get too heavy to lift. I'd also be concerned about its longevity and durability. My Troybuilt 28T hydraulic can be serviced if necessary virtually every part is replaceable.
You could probably modify a cheap Harbor Freight motorcycle lift with a plywood platform to put this splitter at a comfortable height.
Looks great for old wood and pine. How does it work on oak?
Pretty sweet unit!
I am looking forward to this technology maturing.
Pine is the softest wood you could use. Try hickory or a hardwood. In my opinion you can bet gas powered.
Learned a couple things, first.. apparently I've been pronouncing "Ryobi" wrong my entire life 😂 and two it works a hell of a lot better than I expected!! I saw a picture and immediately laughed and was thinking theres absolutely no way that works NEARLY as good as a gas powered one. Then i watched their add and said "well they're doing a hell of a job at advertising it but they're probably using the dryest wood you could imagine" so i had to see someone"test it" and im actually pretty impressed. One thing is for sure, ain't no gas splitter splitting logs that fast thats for damn sure!! I'd imagine if you have seasoned logs and need to split for a wood stove (not furnace) it'd be just fine! With the price of fuel these days it'd probably pay itself off in one season 😂
Think I will being making a purchase,fine unit
12 ton isn't bad. It seems a bit of an optimistic number though. Be interested to see a rating test done on it.
Great video, Perhaps this could be used for splitting kindling. Seems to be way too light duty just my opinion.
that thing looks comically easy, and you have the perfect chainsaw too, woo woo
Looks nice but can it split wet white oak
Does it come with a RYOBI Purse too?
Cherry, the easiest wood to split by a long shot. Can we see it tackle some rock maple, some burled oak or some black birch? I'll stick to my 6hp, 27-ton splitter for now.
Nice video. Too small for my needs, but nice video.
Yes, I'm interested to see the doors open to this type of splitter. Maybe bigger splitters will evolve.
Looks nice..but the throw of the splitter is a couple of inches too short ! I see unsplit wood getting in the way after the stroke....I doubt this is adjustable.....what is your take here?
I subscribed just because of that awesome hat you're wearing! Seriously nice video too, but... Go Huskies!!!
Was than MTU hat!? Let’s gooo!
Yep, 100%! My son goes there.
I can see this being more favorable for someone from the suburbs. My wood stove is large to the point where something below 10” wouldn’t need split anyways, I’d have to see if they made a 25 ton version potentially, at least…
wow that is pretty cool , im pretty sure there are people who are going to modify this and make do what its not design to but I think its.a great tool for small wood splitting logs handy for the newer beginner .
8# splitting maule $19.00 never runs out of battery power. I guess it’s kinda neat if you don’t have much wood to split. Or 20-24” oak logs. But a $200 electric one will prolly do about the same. That’s over $800 left for beer!
So true
What if yer old and can't do that anymore?
You drink that $800 and spend $60 for a back surgery, like me! I have one of these, and I absolutely love it! I normally split wood at night now. I also do it indoors. My back injury was from swinging a duck bill hammer. I change big rig truck tires and large farm tires. The only thing I will change about this splitter is it needs a stand. I want to stand up when I split wood. I will also add a table to catch wood.
Perfect for my needs, it's on my wishlist 😊
Badass🔥💯 Great video man🤙👏👏
It looks like it would be good for someone like me who is disabled but would like to do something for themselves. You could do one or two small to mid sized trees per day and really have the ability to put in your carrier to go back and be stacked. The saw was a nice edition too.
I'm impressed!
A big test would Jarrah we have that in Australia
perfect for cutting already split firewood into kindling
How long to recharge the battery? Cost of splitter, battery, charger?
How long does the battery last is the big question?
That is impressive
How make amps does that splitter draw? What does up to 150 splits mean? Do you have to be changing the logs like the Flash to get that many before the battery is done? If you left it running how late before that 4 amp hour battery is depleted?
The amps draw is somewhat irrelevant because it runs on a single 40 Volt Ryobi battery, which is charged when not in use. It's hard to imagine that this machine will be used all day, but of course you could have a 2nd battery.
I subbed. Don’t have a need for this but your video and the performance would encourage me to seriously consider this if I did🤙
Finger snapper!!💪💪🙄👍
Have you tried oak?
I wish you would have tried a couple of double or triple trunk pieces.
I've used the chain saw and it's bad ass. This splitter though I'm skeptical on it lasting for a long time. And I'm sure the price is in the thousands. The saw was almost $500.
1k splitter but why are you cutting? Bon fires like me?
If Stihl brought out one of these I’d buy it in a heartbeat. Already have a Stihl battery saw that’s awesome.
I think its best I seen
Ryobi is really killin it. crickets from milwaukee
Yes, Ryobi has really been busy with new products. Milwaukee has some new OPE being launched tomorrow at their Pipeline event.
@@MarkThomasBuilder i was sad that they were late on the propane heater. i bought the dewalt 2 yrs ago. my ol man had ryobi. im looking at the hot knife for my pelican cases
Milwaukee and Ryobi are produced by the same company. Milwaukee typically comes out with their OPE after Ryobi does, often based off of the same design , but with tweaks for durability and longevity. The people who buy Ryobi have lower reliability expectations and are more interested in variety/innovation.
Yea I can't stand Milwaukee anymore they are left in the 1800's.
Ryobi is often used as TTI's experimental division. If you go back to the blue NiCad days, that was even more true. Ryobi was making crazy tools for their 18v ecosystem.
These days it's common for specialty tools to come from any cordless brand, but Ryobi still likely has more between their 18v and 40v lines. They are still used for experimental tools, but not quite as often anymore. A good example was their 18ga brad nailer. The onboard "compressor" had never been successfully tried before. It was a hit, so Ridgid and Milwaukee (Ridgid name is licensed, but made by TTI, goes by AEG outside or North America) adopted the same tech. Then other companies copied it.
Kind of curious how many splits you can get out of a single four amp hour 40 volt
Looks good❤❤
It’s a starting point definitely.
How many logs/how long can it run on one battery?
It would be nice for smaller pieces
Did you have to do the extra "lift the off portion of the switch" step for it to come on?
Like to see how it would handle some locust.
Looks like it's the right height where you could send the cuts straight into a wheel barrow
When can I get one?
Will it handle Aussie hardwood?
It would be interesting to see how it does on some hardwood like that. If I get a chance to make another video, I'll try 6in, 8in, and 10" hardwood.
Looks like it works on strait grain wood and rotten boxelder! Let's see the thing some Elm !
How would it do on a fresh cut oak tree?
That would be pushing the limits, in my opinion.
Do you have the place where I could find the log holder you use with your chainsaw? Thanks!
Yes, I plan on doing a complete tool review on it. I'm very happy with it so far. Here's an Amazon link... amzn.to/3KwhXDE
Want to see it do green wood of any kind with knots. I just spent a day bucking and splitting logs up to 24” in diameter because that’s mostly what’s around my area. 12 ton? Would not last long in Oregon. Maybe in Portland but we’re not sure Portland really is Oregon anymore.
Given that I already have some 40v tools, this would be a great addition. Bet its great for mobile work like helping friends an family out with small jobs.
Yes it’s definitely handy for those types of things. It’s manageable for 2 people to lift, when transporting it.
Awe little baby pieces
We got given one to try for the weekend. We were pretty excited but unfortunately it could not get through one red gum log. After three pulls it just got stuck. Tried on smaller logs, possibly six inches with similar results. Bending over was not such a problem we just pulled it onto a pallet.
Where did you buy this 5 ton kinetic battery operated wood splitter by ryobi its not sold in ulster County ny?
My local store has one, but you can have one shipped for free. There's a Home Depot link in the video description.
This thing retails for $999(?!) at Home Depot.
It's like they designed the MOST expensive way to split logs... one at a time.
Has no one ever heard of an 'axe'?
Or has any physical exertion become taboo in America?
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Time is money. While I enjoy splitting by hand if I have an entire tree to get through using a splitter is the only way it doesnt end up taking days.
@@VitaKet Time is money? We are talking about splitting logs on your own property... presumably on your own time. What money is saved?
Plus, the thing costs a grand! And there are far cheaper versions of this thing.
Your logic is flawed.
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If I ever need to break my back splitting saplings I know what to buy lmao
were you buy the wood spliter and how much are thay
The price is $999, battery included. I have a link in the video description to find out more.
At a reasonable price I would definitely buy one.
It's good if you sit in a wheel chair or if you dont you soon will be after some heavy back problems heh, splitting force may be good but I don't see it any useful unless it's up in a stand of some sort so you can straighten your back out more.
That thing is going to destroy itself after 3 hours.
My back hurts just watching you use this splitter. Why do they make them so short? Interesting concept for someone who does just a little bit of firewood though.
I'm interested to see if other brands join in and make log splitters. It would probably be an ideal height if I put it in my landscape trailer, near the edge and work from the ground.
@@MarkThomasBuilder agreed, if set up on a work surface it would be little better. Will be interesting to see if any other companies follow. Being battery powered you would think they would have the flywheel start up when you pull the release lever rather than pushing a start button and running continuously. That would save some serious battery life you would think.
I love it!
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My back hurts just looking at how hunched over you have to be to operate it, ill be convinved once i see a knoty piece of Ironwood go through it
Cherry is a very soft wood. Be interested to see it split fresh black oak or better yet, grandfather oak. Guessing either one would give it a workout.
I have never heard of Cheryl wood . Where does it grow?
@davidrogers6287 Thanks. This new spell check in my phone is beyond maddening. It tries to install words it thinks need to be there. Doesn't matter if it is spelled correctly or not.
Kinda wish I bought Ryobi tools now instead of Craftsman lol. This is great.
What's the battery charge life?
Wow, impressive. What about that log holder?
Say now that is cool....is it set up to tow behind atv or mower..?, take to the woods how heavy is it...looks to be a work good...
2 people can lift it. It's designed to be rolled around by the handles. I like the idea of towing it at low speeds. Maybe that will be in their gen2 version.
I expect to see these setting out on the curb on trash day very soon. The lawn mowers have been out there for qutie a while.
Looks good. Make a review in a couple years and ill see how it held up. Also It needs a table to raise it up to waist level. Your back is not going to be happy bending over that unit for long. 😅
That thing has some recoil to it! I noticed a few times it looked like it didn't quite fully split the wood, was that a consistent issue? I could see how that would end up being a pain, when you're splitting a lot of wood at a time.
Kinetic splitters seem to have this issue. But the speed vs hydraolic splitters still makes it worth while. Then again 150 cuts per battery means that you need 4-6 batteries/charges for a chord of wood.
These batteries take approximately 1 hour to charge.
Most people that use the Ryobi have more than one tool so they already have additional batteries floating around and they are interchangeable.
That’s awesome!!
What about green wood?
Now that's cool.
Nice, what's the list price at launch?
$899 tool-only and $999 for the kit which includes battery and charger,.
Two second reset is pretty crazy. It would be nice if there was an option to plug it in and use it corded.
@@user-sg2cm4vq5k I just mean if you’re cutting a lot then you have to keep swapping batteries or recharging
I assume it has a big heavy flywheel that's about all that makes sense that would keep running
I am extremely happy to see log processing equipment, coming on line to market.
What are you talking about?