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Battery Power Construction tools
Posted on 2/12/26 at 12:36 pm
Posted on 2/12/26 at 12:36 pm
Ive used Ryobi for so long now. There is a lot I love about Ryobi. I hate to move on from them. They are great. To be honest, Ive renovated multiple houses with them.
But Im moving to the Milwaukee side. Skipping Dewalt entierly.
Anyone else moved on from Ryobi and still remained Satisified?
The price jump is a lot but for the use you get out of them. It seems worth it.
Anyone chime in here about what brands they are using and what is working very well for them.
But Im moving to the Milwaukee side. Skipping Dewalt entierly.
Anyone else moved on from Ryobi and still remained Satisified?
The price jump is a lot but for the use you get out of them. It seems worth it.
Anyone chime in here about what brands they are using and what is working very well for them.
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Posted on 2/12/26 at 12:41 pm to Sunnyvale
I've used ridgid for over 15 years now. They used to warranty the tools and batteries for life but from what i understand it is maybe limited to 3 years now. in those 15 years, i have not had one single tool break. I still have my original 2 ANH batteries but they are almost useless now. If i ever made a swap it would be the Milwaukee.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 12:46 pm to lsuCJ5
Between the M12 & M18 Platform you can pretty much cover anything.
Really.
Its impressive.
Really.
Its impressive.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 12:47 pm to lsuCJ5
I have a bunch of the smaller ones on the DeWalt 20v platform, I love it. They last a long time and there are tons of options. That said, I have heard the Milwaukee options and performance are basically the same. Go with the one you like, even if you pick based on color you'll be fine.
Otherwise I have several 80v kobalt tools (weed eater with attachments, mower, chain saw). It's been ok. Had my first battery replaced on warranty, but as I added tools I'm up to 4 I can rotate through which is nice.
Otherwise I have several 80v kobalt tools (weed eater with attachments, mower, chain saw). It's been ok. Had my first battery replaced on warranty, but as I added tools I'm up to 4 I can rotate through which is nice.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 1:07 pm to calcotron
Dewalt is nice.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 1:25 pm to Sunnyvale
quote:
SunnyvaleIve used Ryobi for so long now. There is a lot I love about Ryobi. I hate to move on from them. They are great. To be honest, Ive renovated multiple houses with them. But Im moving to the Milwaukee side. Skipping Dewalt entierly. Anyone else moved on from Ryobi and still remained Satisified? The price jump is a lot but for the use you get out of them. It seems worth it. Anyone chime in here about what brands they are using and what is working very well for them.
I have dewalt at my house and 18 volt Milwaukee at my ranch. Both are fine for the amount of work I do.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 1:36 pm to Sunnyvale
I use Milwaukee personally but I was gifted a Ryobi set and they do just fine.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 1:45 pm to Sunnyvale
Ryobi gets shite on hard but for the avg homeowner with just small renovation type of projects like hanging a new door, minor bathroom remodel, etc. Ryobi is fantastic. You can buy 2-3 ryobi tools for the price of a good dewalt or Milwaukee type.
I have M12's also, then I have a lot of electric stuff.
If you are a contractor using the tools daily then sure M18 Milwaukee or dewalt is better.
I've also had multiple contractors tell me they prefer Ryobi because if it breaks they just get a new one, and they are working multiple jobs and they accidentally leave their tools often times so its a lot loss stressful and expensive.
I have M12's also, then I have a lot of electric stuff.
If you are a contractor using the tools daily then sure M18 Milwaukee or dewalt is better.
I've also had multiple contractors tell me they prefer Ryobi because if it breaks they just get a new one, and they are working multiple jobs and they accidentally leave their tools often times so its a lot loss stressful and expensive.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 2:17 pm to lsuCJ5
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I've used ridgid for over 15 years now. They used to warranty the tools and batteries for life but from what i understand it is maybe limited to 3 years now
They still have the lifetime warranty. Also same parent company as Milwalkee. I have never had a problem with any of my Ridgid tools.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 2:29 pm to Bama Shadow
On the cheaper price and lighter duty side, but my Black and Decker drills and sawzall put in some WORK. Replaced them, while still working fine, with some nicer/heavier duty Milwaukee M18 stuff and really enjoying the great battery life. Now have impact drill, sawzall, circular saw, etc. and they've been awesome.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 2:44 pm to Sunnyvale
I use Ryobi. My brother Is a mechanic he uses Milwaukee.
I have never been disappointed with ryobi and I have a bunch of peices the small one handed chainsaw is my favorite and gets used the most.
I never want to work enough to need more than Ryobi.
I have never been disappointed with ryobi and I have a bunch of peices the small one handed chainsaw is my favorite and gets used the most.
I never want to work enough to need more than Ryobi.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 3:00 pm to Sunnyvale
Ryobi is crap. Pick a system from dewalt or Makita and get tools that share batteries. 18V is a good choice
Posted on 2/12/26 at 4:43 pm to Sunnyvale
I was given a 20v Dewalt set from my dad. He has dewalt also so it works out perfect that our tools all take the same batteries.
I have several dewalt tools and the fans for sports. Kids power wheels also runs on dewalt batteries.
I have several dewalt tools and the fans for sports. Kids power wheels also runs on dewalt batteries.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 5:35 pm to baldona
I'm with Baldona on this one. For the weekend warrior and home use, Ryobi is like a sore dick. (hard to beat).
I have a good friend and when it comes to specialty tools, we swap back and forth and only on of us will buy a tool that is not used a lot after a certain project. Makes it really handy.
I have a good friend and when it comes to specialty tools, we swap back and forth and only on of us will buy a tool that is not used a lot after a certain project. Makes it really handy.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 5:54 pm to Ol boy
I use Ryobi. My brother Is a mechanic he uses Milwaukee.
I have never been disappointed with ryobi and I have a bunch of peices the small one handed chainsaw is my favorite and gets used the most.
I never want to work enough to need more than Ryobi.
That one handed chainsaw really surprised me. It’s much better than expected
I have never been disappointed with ryobi and I have a bunch of peices the small one handed chainsaw is my favorite and gets used the most.
I never want to work enough to need more than Ryobi.
That one handed chainsaw really surprised me. It’s much better than expected
Posted on 2/12/26 at 6:10 pm to KB375
There’s a lot of baws out there that are too embarrassed to be caught with certain things, ryobi is one of them. Driving a mini van is on, etc. ryobi is a step or 2 above harbor freight stuff, depending on what tool and model. There’s tons of jobs where buying something like a ryobi hammer drill for a job for $75 makes a ton of sense, compared to $300 for a Milwaukee or dewalt.
Tools are tools. I’ve learned the right tool for the job changes the job from a chore to being enjoyable. I’d rather buy a cheap ryobi and enjoy doing it.
Tools are tools. I’ve learned the right tool for the job changes the job from a chore to being enjoyable. I’d rather buy a cheap ryobi and enjoy doing it.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 8:44 pm to baldona
They have higher end Ryobi tools as well.
That are on the level of dewalt.
They are more expensive.
Been going down a rabbit hole.
That are on the level of dewalt.
They are more expensive.
Been going down a rabbit hole.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 9:40 pm to Sunnyvale
I've used pretty much all of them in the last 20 years from Snap On to Ryobi. I have owned or still own Milwaukee, Dewalt, Kobalt, and Ryobi in 12v and 18/20v and 40v.
There's little difference across all the brands. Some brands/platforms offer more tool options than others, but for 98% of home owners you can get what you need around the house from any of them.
Recently I've seen a lot of knockoffs/dupes/compatible tools and batteries from Milwaukee, Dewalt, and Makiita for significantly less than the name brand tools available on amazon. I'm a lot more hesitant to buy the knockoff batteries, but I did buy a M18 compatible hand chainsaw for less than 1/5th the price of the Milwaukee version and it has out performed what I expected.
If I were starting over I'd go with one of those 3, buy a set with the essentials, (drill, impact, sawzall, plus a couple batteries) at minimum and mix in stuff you use sparingly (grinder, multitool, ratchet) with the knockoffs unless you can get it at a steal. Black Friday type sales are the best time to buy, and you can often get the tool for super cheap if you buy the battery combo.
There's little difference across all the brands. Some brands/platforms offer more tool options than others, but for 98% of home owners you can get what you need around the house from any of them.
Recently I've seen a lot of knockoffs/dupes/compatible tools and batteries from Milwaukee, Dewalt, and Makiita for significantly less than the name brand tools available on amazon. I'm a lot more hesitant to buy the knockoff batteries, but I did buy a M18 compatible hand chainsaw for less than 1/5th the price of the Milwaukee version and it has out performed what I expected.
If I were starting over I'd go with one of those 3, buy a set with the essentials, (drill, impact, sawzall, plus a couple batteries) at minimum and mix in stuff you use sparingly (grinder, multitool, ratchet) with the knockoffs unless you can get it at a steal. Black Friday type sales are the best time to buy, and you can often get the tool for super cheap if you buy the battery combo.
Posted on 2/12/26 at 9:56 pm to Sunnyvale
I have all dewalt at the moment, for what I use it for it doesn't make sense, and I use it A LOT more than your average homeowner. I'm just not using it everyday like a contractor.
You get into the bigger tools and batteries, circular saw and a 9ah battery going to be 400 plus. I can get 4 harbor freight Bauer saws for that
I feel like DeWalt is falling behind in general and the price just hurts too much to justify.
You get into the bigger tools and batteries, circular saw and a 9ah battery going to be 400 plus. I can get 4 harbor freight Bauer saws for that
I feel like DeWalt is falling behind in general and the price just hurts too much to justify.
Posted on 2/13/26 at 9:42 am to Sunnyvale
Project Farm on YouTube has a ton of videos comparing various power tools. I have watched a bunch of his videos. Usually Milwaukee finishes is at the top and then Dewalt. I run dewalt just because that’s what I started with years ago and never changed up. But they come with a price. Ryobi is perfect for the average homeowner. They are cheap and have a more versatile product line.
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