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Best brand tool ecosystem to go with?
Posted on 3/14/23 at 3:39 pm
Posted on 3/14/23 at 3:39 pm
I’m completely starting with a blank slate as this is my first home I will own.
I have a 20v Dewalt 1/4” impact drill and driver set with 2 batteries/charger I got a few months back.
Willing to sell that if going with another brand for a broader use of options would be better. If I were using the drill set everyday, I’d probably stick with the dewalt. However, since it’s going to be here and there use, id rather get a more ecosystem friendly brand.
Thinking of ryobi. This all started because I need a battery operated weedeater and ryobi seems to be the crowd favorite. The remaining ryobi tools seem to have solid reviews and like I said, none of them will get everyday use.
Thoughts??
I have a 20v Dewalt 1/4” impact drill and driver set with 2 batteries/charger I got a few months back.
Willing to sell that if going with another brand for a broader use of options would be better. If I were using the drill set everyday, I’d probably stick with the dewalt. However, since it’s going to be here and there use, id rather get a more ecosystem friendly brand.
Thinking of ryobi. This all started because I need a battery operated weedeater and ryobi seems to be the crowd favorite. The remaining ryobi tools seem to have solid reviews and like I said, none of them will get everyday use.
Thoughts??
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Posted on 3/14/23 at 3:47 pm to tunechi
My Ryobi tools feel cheaper than my DeWalt ones imo
Posted on 3/14/23 at 4:15 pm to tunechi
Stick with DeWalt if you already have a start. They are good quality tools and have good options.
Ryobi are definitely a decent option and have a ton of options. However, they are certainly more “light duty” or homeowner use oriented. Which can be great if that’s all you need.
Ryobi are definitely a decent option and have a ton of options. However, they are certainly more “light duty” or homeowner use oriented. Which can be great if that’s all you need.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 4:20 pm to tunechi
I wouldnt start over but I've been pretty happy with Milwaukee. Just got the 18v brad nailer this weekend and it is fantastic.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 4:23 pm to tunechi
I have a couple Dewalt tools and 0 problems after a few years. Available damn near everywhere, and a good tool for homeowner type tasks.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 4:43 pm to tunechi
The battery ecosystems are so cheap to get into these days that you really don't need to stay with just one. I have Dewalt and Ryobi. Ryobi just makes some tools dewalt does not and they also are cheap. If I know a tool is getting heavy use I get a Dewalt version, if not I might get a Ryobi depending on price. I have never had a Ryobi fail me, I have had dewalt fail me but they replaced without any dumb questions.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 4:55 pm to tunechi
At work we use DeWalt
At home I have Milwaukee
Happy with both and recommend both
At home I have Milwaukee
Happy with both and recommend both
Posted on 3/14/23 at 5:57 pm to tunechi
I like my ryobi stuff, but if you already have some dewalt stuff wouldnt hurt to stay there. just depends on what you wanna do.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 6:41 pm to tunechi
Stick with one. It makes keeping up with chargers/batteries much less stressful. Both are decent brands, with the edge (my opinion) going to DeWalt.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 8:04 pm to tunechi
I've got Craftsman for most equipment at home (sawzall, impact driver, hammer drill, flashlight, brushless circular saw) on sale. First four tools came in a bag with 2 batteries, 1 charger for $200 almost 3 years ago at Lowe's. I feel the quality is great for small house work.
If you have Dewalt already, stick to it. Save money on batteries/chargers. Never hurts to have quality power tools even if you don't use them as often.
If you have Dewalt already, stick to it. Save money on batteries/chargers. Never hurts to have quality power tools even if you don't use them as often.
Posted on 3/14/23 at 11:31 pm to tunechi
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I have a 20v Dewalt 1/4” impact drill and driver set with 2 batteries/charger I got a few months back.
Dewalt tools will last johnny homeowner (like myself) a lifetime. I'm sort of locked into Dewalt, and since you've already started, I'd continue down that road also. Dewalt makes damn fine tools. Are they as good as Milwaukee? I'd say probably not.
I started with a Dewalt cordless drill, then purchased a Dewalt hammer drill. I added a battery or two here and there, chargers, etc. Then I bought a Dewalt grease gun, a 3/4" impact driver (I love the shite out of that thing), angle grinder. I'm fully into their ecosystem and have been for many years.
The only thing they do when I put a battery on and pull the trigger is fire up and work dependably.
tl;dr: Stick with Dewalt since you've already started.
ETA: Also bought a Dewalt pole saw. It actually does a good job, but lacks the power of a gas powered pole saw. It's great for small jobs though. shite, I have a Dewalt sawzall also. Love that thing also. I bought some bone saw blades for it. It does a hell of a job processing deer, or cutting anything else I throw its' way.
This post was edited on 3/14/23 at 11:35 pm
Posted on 3/15/23 at 5:35 am to tunechi
Stick with Dewalt for your tools like drills, saws, etc.
Go Ego for lawn tools. They are incredible and you won’t miss gas.
Go Ego for lawn tools. They are incredible and you won’t miss gas.
Posted on 3/15/23 at 6:25 am to tunechi
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Thinking of ryobi. This all started because I need a battery operated weedeater and ryobi seems to be the crowd favorite. The remaining ryobi tools seem to have solid reviews and like I said, none of them will get everyday use.
Ryobi and don't overthink it.
Their tools aren't as good as Dewalt (which aren't as good as Milwaukee); but that isn't relevant as you state- you're not using them constantly.
They cost 2/3 to 1/2 the price, and they're plenty "good enough" to do the occasional job.
And it can't be stated enough- Ryobi makes a battery-powered everything. If you want or need some oddball tool, a little clip-on fan, etc, they have one for cheap.
I have multiple tool lineups at home, and Ryobi by far gets the most usage. The only non-ryobi must-have I own is the Milwaukee 12v ratchet.
Posted on 3/16/23 at 8:34 am to tunechi
For 20v, old heads use Dewalt, young heads use Milwaukee.
For 40v blowers, saws and trimmers, I use Kobalt (just because someone gave me one initially).
For 40v blowers, saws and trimmers, I use Kobalt (just because someone gave me one initially).
Posted on 3/16/23 at 12:12 pm to tunechi
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This all started because I need a battery operated weedeater and ryobi seems to be the crowd favorite. The remaining ryobi tools seem to have solid reviews and like I said, none of them will get everyday use.
And Dewalt has weed eaters, chainsaws, blowers, etc.
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