Ryobi has some cool new tools coming out, and I’m not sure I’m able to talk about them yet – I signed an NDA – but there might not be any harm in teasing you a little bit.
They’re not unique offerings, in the way of new problem-solvers like the drain snake, but are next-step in ways that I think a lot of Ryobi users and potential Ryobi users will find appealing.
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I am certainly excited about the new tools. That might not mean a lot, since I tend to get excited over lots of new tools and tool-related innovations. But I can say that it’s not often for me to be this excited about Ryobi’s cordless power tools.
Random Mention: Ryobi’s Brushless Belt Sander dropped in price to $99
One of the new tools has a feature I personally appreciate, and although there seems to be a compromise for them to offer that feature, there’s no sacrifice, if that makes sense. Seeing that, and things like that, it feeds my fondness for the brand.
There are few Ryobi tools that spark a “I cannot wait to try that out!!” feeling in me, but these new ones definitely do.
I’m sorry for being so vague, but hopefully I can spill the beans soon.
e. baker
Well perusing around Ryobi’s other sites for Canada and Australia turns up a lot of interesting products that will hopefully be released here in the States.
I’ve found a brushless impact driver, brushless angle grinder, brushless reciprocating saw, offset metal shears, upgraded one+ planer, and even a 23g pin nailer.
I’m a huge fan of Ryobi…probably owning close to 50 of their product offerings for my business and haven’t had a single product fail on me…and have only ever had one battery die on me after about 5 years of use.
I wish these products would be available sooner, rather than later here in the States…but I’m content to wait a little if they actually are going to be released here.
Stuart
I don’t think I saw that brushless impact driver, the metal shears, the planer, or a pin nailer. But now I’m even more excited about what’s to come!
Cr8on
Pin nailer and shears are in Ryobi’s current online flyer, though says “coming soon”.
Nate
The pin nailer and shears put ryobi’s “one” tools to 100 products now.
ChrisP
https://discuss.toolguyd.com/t/ryobi-brushless-4-mode-impact-driver/510
James C
Also a new circular saw (blade-right, unfortunately for me). I’ll be getting the pin nailer which should be out soon. I’m very pleased with the 18ga nailer. I’d like the 15ga as well but it doesn’t seem to go on sale at all.
Austin
the 18g brad nailer works great but the 15g doesn’t sink the nails well definitely into wood, if there is a knot it leaves the nail sticking out every time. I was not impressed with the 15g nailer.
fred
The Brad Nailer kit seems to be on sale for $149:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-18-Volt-ONE-AirStrike-Brad-Nailer-Kit-P854/205337057
JR
The 40 volt line leave a lot to be desired in the battery department. The batteries seem to lack a common protection feature that prevents over-discharging them, thus killing the battery. Warranty batteries seem to be on backorder. Only 2aH battery is available at $99 a piece. The same model that will likely fail based on my experience and the experience of other reviewers on HD site.
Support requests to HD receive short answers that do not address the concerns nor do they provide the correct information. The first support reply told me to go to the Ridgid website to get a replacement battery for the Ryobi tool. The requests to Ryobi get no answer accept to call the toll free number. That number is answered by helpful people, but like I said, the batteries are on backorder.
I just invested in their 12V line before this recent battery issue. Now I wish I would have gone with another company’s product line.
Brett
I would love a cordless circular saw with better dust management. Their current cordless 5.x” circular saw has absolutely none, not even a simple side or rear exhaust hole, so dust goes absolutely everywhere.
Also a framing nailer. I know it’s not likely but I’m already bought into Ryobi and I want one.
Adam
I hope they give a time table the new higher capacity battery packs.
I just tried their new LED spotlight and wow was that bright. Sold my Milwaukee M12 in a heartbeat due to the brightness difference. I also prefer the Ryobi fan, at least to the Milwaukee, so the only improvement I’d want is a larger size fan.
The yeti
I am considering adopting ryobi as a 4th platform . They offer so many odd tools . Can’t get a lot of the stuff they make from anyone else . I’m interested in the chemical sprayer. Also some of the lighting products .
Ryobi appears to be a good value
Stuart
I’ve been seeing Ryobi in that light too. They make some nice specialty tools that are affordable enough that it doesn’t hurt too much for other brands’ users to take advantage of.
Cr8on
Exactly why I now have a pile of Ryobi tools to supplement my Yellow stuff. I most get Ryobi tools that are more specialized or less used but needed, like the caulk gun, glue gun, brad nailer, fan, work light, and my wife loves the OPE because she can grab my batteries whenever. The One+ stuff is really handy, I’m probably going to add the impact wrench, more lights, and I’m seriously considering the 10″ miter.
Patrick H
I’m really tempted to get the 10″ miter too. I’m hoping it goes on sale closer to the holidays.
ktash
Me three! Also I like that they don’t keep changing their batteries. It’s easy to accumulate enough to handle everything I need. Plus garden tools.
Fm2176
I was considering Ryobi as a third platform, but after buying two Ridgid fans a couple of weeks now it’ll be the fourth, if and when I buy into it.
I almost wish I’d have bought into Ryobi and stuck with only DeWalt clearance deals as I have Milwaukee so far. I love my DeWalt stuff but have really only used it heavily twice in the past year. Lime Green tools have come a long way from their Blue predecessors.
fred
I was never sure what advantage(s) a powered sprayer had over a manually operated tank sprayer that most of the commercial guys use. for small jobs You fill the tank, pump it up and it sprays – cordless but no battery. My wife has several different ones hanging in the garage. She has some different sizes – one for chemical fertilizers, one for chemical pesticides, one for insecticidal soap, one for herbicides, and one for just tap water.
The yeti
Better spray coverage is what I’m hoping for, I agree the pressure pumps work well enough
fred
Thanks
I can understand powered foggers. But I’m still skeptical of this one – I hope it works our for you.
ChrisP
@Fred- I use the smaller 1.3Ah and it has always been enough for 2 tank fills, would probably do more. I also have some 4.0Ah but have never needed them.
It is a DIY tool not suitable for heavy use. I use it mostly for weed control on my 1/4 acre property and it is adequate for that purpose. Overall quality is average. It falls into that category between a consumable and a tool for life. If it lasts me 3 years I think it will have been good value. The hose to plastic threaded connector on the main body tends to leak unless it is very tight!
The advantage for me is speed. I can do the same job faster than with one of the cheap hand pump sprayers. The time taken to refill the small tank is less than the time lost constantly pumping a manual sprayer. Adjust the nozzle to what you want and the consistent pressure keeps the coverage uniform.
fred
@ChrisP
Thanks My wife doesn’t do any major spraying. We have a quite a lot more property – but its mostly wooded – but we do have some of the close in trees and the fruit trees sprayed by folks who come in with a tank truck.
The other option I had looked at was a system that uses a paintball CO2 tank to pressurize the sprayer – but I was a bit concerned about its safety:
https://www.amazon.com/Spray-Kwik-Garden-Sprayer-NevrPump-Fountainhead/dp/B00IC54SCG
Adam
@Fred – most sprayers aren’t a pump once, and go. I haven’t come across a model yet that would give me the same pressure at the start & end, by only pumping at the beginning. Physics won’t allow it. I’d be all over it if there is.
This Ryobi sprayer works great, aside from maybe a bit too much pressure, so you do need to keep moving. I got a couple as soon as they came out. I knew I would get tired of cleaning it out to mix up another chemical, so I ended up with more than 1. After being so happy with these, I bought the B&D 4-gallon backpack sprayer to replace our manual & gas powered ones. One of the best purchases of last year for me.
I am going to tinker around and try to make an adapter with multiple fogger ends, so I can hit both sides of my vegetables crops in one pass.
fred
Maybe I’ll buy one and let my wife (the gardener in our family) try one out. I know the pump ones need to get re-pumped as you go along. But I had not heard her complain about it – maybe because she did not know that there was a better alternative. Of course she doesn’t attempt to use anything she has for more than the ornamental, flower, kitchen gardens and small greenhouse. Our properties have a lot of trees – and when they need spraying we call in a tree service.
If I buy her one, do you find that one of the compact (P107) batteries provide enough run-time? I had bought her a Ryobi glue gun – but with the heavier P108 battery.
Nate
I used mine for keeping a running water supply for cutting tile or block out.
Steve
I’m still waiting for all the stuff from Milwaukee NPS17 to come out…any updates on that? It seems like a full year passes from when something is announced to when we can actually get our hands on it…and it usually comes at top dollar prices.
Stuart
I believe that all of the NPS17 tools were scheduled for 2017 releases. You should see the rest being released in the Fall or early Winter.
Adam
The new high torque impact wrench 2767-20, just started shipping this week. Most of the new tools had fall availability. I would think some promotions should be coming up to clear old models out (hopefully).
Big Adam
Peltier underwear?
Powered trolley?
Remote control lunchbox? (Actually Tamiya have that already)
Corn popper?
TV?
Salad spinner?
Beer fridge?
Pillow fluffer?
Sheep shearer?
Lady pleasurer?
Back scratcher?
…….Leg puller?
fred
Along the same lines, I’m waiting on Milwaukee versions of personal care products like a:
Nose hair shears
Ear wax remover
Scalp massager
Personal hygiene wiper
Tongue depressor – to get it out into your cheek?
Drewmcdan1
How much funds should I start asking the Mrs to let me spend?
An air compressor like Rigid has?
Some type of light duty pressure washer?
More stuffed geared towards tailgaters or a fancy backyard? Meh Although I am guilty of buying a 2nd Workbench light to use a grill light. Love that thing.
Where do I get in line?
I know you can’t say anything because of the NDA but couldn’t a website suddenly appear like Dtoolguy.com with that information?
My only issue with Ryobi has been if you blink, the item is no longer carried by HD either in stores or online, with a long time to get back in stock. Case in point is they came out with a water broom for a gas pressure washer for $40 sometime earlier this year. It’s been out of stock everywhere since May. Looks like they manufacture small lots at first to see if the demand materializes. Problem here is they missed prime pressure washing season, at least for the NE/Mid-Atlantic region. I had similar problems getting my hands on their boombox a couple of months after you had posted about it.
Bolt
I just hope they start selling the brushless hammer drill as a bare tool sometime soon. It’s insane that hey don’t already.
NikA
I’ve noticed that Ryobi and Ridgid have been coming out with similar tools at about the same time. Cordless router, belt sander, fan, and various lights. I’ve seen teasers for new batteries from both. I would guess a 7 1/4 saw, updated recipro saw, air compressor, more lighting options for Ryobi. 10″ sliding miter, updated jig saw, Pinner for Ridgid? Maybe an updated impact wrench for both?
Patrick H
Need a canister vacuum.
Jerry
I’m hoping for a small canister vac with a usably long hose and a couple attachments like a crevice tool and maybe brush.
If I were in charge of Ryobi, I’d make it easier to distinguish from their entry level tools and their better ones (Ryobi Pro??) For example I have the brushless hammer drill, and am VERY impressed. It is a well built basic hammer drill driver with impressive power. I also have their entry level drill (came free as a bonus tool) and while lightweight, its pretty darn wimpy, and has a chuck that doesn’t like to stay tight. I do have to say that Ryobis LED lights are good at any price, and a very good value.
JeffT
One thing I never hear about – how is the warranty service. From what I have heard, if you break something, you might as well throw it in the trash. Is this true?
Drew McDaniel
Never had a tool issue, but I had a bad Lithium battery that I got instantly replaced at service center in N. Virginia without a hassle.
Stuart
I haven’t heard any complaints yet, but will keep in mind to look at the warranty process.
For the most part, Ryobi seems very supportive of their users.
Jerry
If I plan to give a tool heavy use I buy the extended warranty. Gives you 2 years no questions asked trade ins for a new one. Not a send off and repair, but walk into Home Depot with your broken tool and warranty receipt, walk out with a new tool. I had only one tool ever give trouble, and it took all of 5 minutes to have a new one in my hand. Cost of the warranty varies with the tool purchased, but doesn’t seem too bad.
fred
I know that a lot of extended warranties are sold – but my take on them – be it for autos, appliances or tools – is that they are a gamble and not economically justified. I know that there are lots of folks who buy them and plenty of stories about how they’ve saved their bacon – but for me they seem a bad investment.
My take is that the upfront money that you lay out would be better invested in something else – and set aside to pay for any possible warranty issue. You do have to be disciplined enough to do this – otherwise you spend the money and its not available when you need it.
My experience (having bought hundreds of power tools) has been that there are a few failures early-on or even out of the box (sort of infant mortality) that can be dealt with via normal return/replace/warranty policies. Then there are only a few failures – where an extended warranty would have helped. Finally you reach a point where there are a spate of failures as tools wear out – but these are beyond the period that would have been covered by an extended warranty. Also, if you do a present value calculation of what a future repair/replacement would cost and compare that to the upfront cost of the extended warranty the economics become even less appealing.
This is a personal decision – but you might want to read some of the discussion that Consumer’s Union (Consumer Reports) has had over the years about extended warranties. I found this one about autos:
https://www.consumerreports.org/extended-warranties/extended-car-warranties-an-expensive-gamble/
Jerry
The advantage of Ryobis extended warranty is that it turns the ‘repair’ warranty into a ‘replacement’ warranty, and a no-hassle one at that. I can buy a Ryobi tool and 2 year replacement warranty for not much more than half of the cost of a premium brand, and for 2 years at least, never have to wait for a repair.
fred
I know nothing about Ryobi cordless – but our experience over the years with Makita – NiCad, then NiMH, then LIIon tools – and Milwaukee M12 tools was that you will be faced with repair vs. replace decisions if you put your tools to heavy use. Replacement warranties – sound appealing unless a replacement is no longer available because of model change or obsolescence.
We used a authorized repair service for most repairs. I think we had enough of a long term relationship with them to accept their advice. We did not buy tools from them, so their advice was not colored by the chance of a new tool sale. For most corded tools – we kept repairing them as needed – seemingly ad-infinitum. For some cordless tools – we’d decided that a repair under warranty or that a warranty replacement was possible. For some – out of warranty – even with newer models out – the cost of repair was still reasonable. But for others – we were advised that the tool was really unserviceable.
Over the years we seemed to be scrapping more and more cordless tools based on economics and/or a decision that new tools increased productivity or enhance safety enough to warrant a switch. It certainly helps those factories in China turning out new tools. I’m not complaining – but it is a cost of doing business that was less of a factor when our only choice was corded or pneumatic tools.
Nate
By the time I wear a tool out there will already be a newer better tool out so I’m upgrading not replacing.
Roger
That 7-1/4″ BL circsaw better come out soon. And a new fan. Maybe a better light unit. Most of the reduced price items like the angle grinder give hints. They already have info out on that. Maybe even a BL 1+1 cordless shop vac? More 1+1 stuff?
Pete
My guess with your hints would be a 120v to 18v adapter so you can use your cordless tools with a cord if you want. And it would make sense for high draw items.
James C
That’s not a bad guess. I love the idea of more and more “hybrid” stuff like the work light I just got, and the fan I will eventually get. I often wish the blutooth radio was hybrid as I’m usually using it in my shop where I have power and don’t want to tie up a battery. I’m tempted to put together my own power adapter but alas that’s another project for the never ending list.
pete
Their worklight is awesome. I have the fan and love it, i don’t know why someone suggested an updated fan as if there is a problem with the current fan. I will say stay away from their bluetooth radio… If you leave a battery on it it’ll eat the battery so far down that it won’t want to charge. I’ve had to trickle charge the batteries to get them to charge again[insert+remove rapidly for 20 seconds]. I’ve been much happier with my JBL clip, it has great sound and good battery life if you remember to charge it. I don’t know if it will play music and charge at the same time though…. If it did than i’d be great.
glenn
But then it wouldn’t be a truly cordless tool would it? If you want mains powered tools, just go buy them . I don’t want to have to pay extra for a hybrid tool when all I want is cordless.
fred
Good point – but if the demand was there, I’ll bet the manufacturers could come up with a converter “box” with the needed transformer and electronics in it. It could have an AC cord on one end and a 12V and/or 18V output – with an adapter to interface with the tool by sliding/plugging in to replace the battery. That way the tool would be no heavier – nor need to have added cost components onboard.
JR
Ryobi has a model of fan that is dual power and a work light as well. So Ryobi seems to feel there is some demand for AC/DC powered tools.
glenn
fred,
I can see that idea being a good solution although a lot of tools are designed to be balanced with a battery installed. I think that type of adaptor would have more of an appeal to diy-ers as they are the ones that seem to be more reluctant to buy more batteries.
The joy of using cordless tools I in the description, lol. No cords. No cords to trip over, drag up ladders or waste time on the job looking for an outlet.
For those that want an adaptor, I say the manufacturers should produce one, as long as its design/interface doesn’t impact on the price of the bare tool or any combo kit. Just make it an optional accessory and available for separate purchase.
fred
We bought one of our rounds of Makita batteries in a lot of 100 – so I’m not reluctant to buy batteries. I wasn’t thinking about a corded adapter to power things like a cordless drill, circular saw or for that matter most of what we rely on cordless tools to do for us. . But I can still see the appeal for having dual capability for things like a tripod mounted light, fan, miter saw and some other tools where they are more stationary than hand held.
Roger
Phone works?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2q9mV7UhyAw
Roger
Sorry. I Just realized that is older news
glenn
There s also a completely new multitool which has tool free blade change and a multi adjustable head angle. There a new dual usb power source as well.
http://www.ryobi.com.au/power-tools/products/details/18v-one-multitool-r18mt-0
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-one-18v-usb-power-adapter_p6210800
glenn
Just released here in Australia is the new 82mm 18v planer. There is no web presence yet but I picked one up in my local outlet. Looks pretty decent and is obviously much beefier than the outgoing 50mm model. One feature it has is a switchable left/right chip ejector. I couldn’t find an empty box so I cant say if it includes a rebate fence etc.
glenn
Also just spotted a new 18v wet/dry vac here.
http://www.ryobitools.ca/power-tools/products/details/909
FINALLY!
glenn
Yesterday I bought the Ryobi cordless belt sander and what’s interesting is that in Australia we get a brushed version as opposed to the brushless that you get in the USA.
http://www.ryobi.com.au/power-tools/products/details/18v-one-belt-sander
Fazal Majid
I got into Ryobi for the inflators (so much more convenient than car battery ones) and picked up the mini hedge trimmers. The sump pump looks pretty handy as well.
mizzourob
Brushless grinder
Brushless impact driver
Brushless drill
Brushless hammer drill
Brushed hammer drill
Brushless 7-1/4 circular saw
UUB adapter
Fast charger (for lithium batteries only)
Workshop blower
Patrick H
Ryobi vacuum in Canada!!!! http://www.ryobitools.ca/power-tools/products/details/909
Pete
Oooooo that looks awesome. But i dont know about the 80cfms. The shop vac i enjoy using has 203cfms.
But i cant resist cordless tool. I WILL more than likely have it if it uses a rigid filter.
Patrick H
80 cfm seems pretty good for a cordless tool. I want this and have wanted it forever. A cordless shop vacuum is infinitely useful.
James
Well, here’s the new brushless hammer drill that’s pictured in the article.
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-one-18v-brushless-hammer-drill-kit_p6210652
It also has the bigger 20700 batteries. I’m looking forward to a compact 2.5 Ah pack! Hopefully TTI brings those to Ridgid next.
Matt E.
Betting a new new storage solution is in the works for their cordless tools too! Check out the main web page (https://www.ryobitools.com/) and scroll down to look at the SECOND image of tools hanging on pegboard with the “over 100 One+ tools” badge overlay. Note where the swivel snaps are attached to the tool. Looks like some sort of clip that presumably has the shape of the male end of a Ryobi battery pack, with a hook on the other side.
Would love something like that! The only issue I have with some of their tools (like the cordless dust blower) is the awkward shape makes for awkward storage. This seems like a perfect solution!
Matt E.
Sniffing around a bit, looks like Ryobi offered something similar in the past (used the blue/yellow brand colors): google part number 200292003
glenn
Like this one?
http://www.ryobi.com.au/power-tools/products/details/ryobi-one-tool-lanyard-twin-pack
Robert
Does Ryobi have a set schedule for introducing new products like the brushless chainsaw to the US market? Or is it just random?
Stuart
It’s not random, but I could only guess what factors into their decisions.
One thing to keep in mind is that Home Depot is the only place you can find Ryobi power tools.
David R Zeller
Stuart, when is your NDA end dated?
Ryan Jacob
Can you tell us when they are planning on releasing them? I sure wish they would come out with a cordless pressure washer. They released one in Australia that is a 36 volt. That sure would be handy to have for light duty tasks like washing my truck. I already have several Ryobi batteries so it would be a perfect fit.
Jammer
I was just at home Depot here in a Colorado store. I noticed they have a huge selection of brushless tools now. 7-1/4″ circular saw $119, reciprocating saw $119, impact driver $99, 4-1/2″ angle grinder $99 and a belt sander $99.