Posts classified under: Ryobi

6-inch Bench Grinders: Craftsman vs. Ryobi vs. Porter Cable?

6-inch Bench Grinders: Craftsman vs. Ryobi vs. Porter Cable?

A reader has asked for help choosing a bench grinder. Of the three models available at local retail stores, our vote goes for Craftsman. What are your thoughts? Continue reading

Posted in Grinders & Sanders, Power Tools, Reader Question | Tagged , , , | 14 Comments | December 28th, 2011
A First Look at Ryobi JobPlus Multi-Tool & Ridgid JobMax-Compatible Base

A First Look at Ryobi JobPlus Multi-Tool & Ridgid JobMax-Compatible Base

Ryobi’s 18V ONE+ JobPlus comes with an oscillating multi-tool attachment AND is compatible with all of Ridgid’s JobMax tool heads. Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, New Tools, Oscillating Tools, Power Tools | Tagged , , , , , | 15 Comments | September 1st, 2011
Ryobi Quarter Sheet Sander Recall

Ryobi Quarter Sheet Sander Recall

The pictured Ryobi sander has been recalled for posing a laceration hazard to users. Continue reading

Posted in Grinders & Sanders, Power Tools | Tagged , , | 3 Comments | May 9th, 2011
Ryobi Tek4 Tools and Gadgets, What to Make of Them?

Ryobi Tek4 Tools and Gadgets, What to Make of Them?

Noticing a few new Ryobi Tek4 cordless Li-ion tools on Home Depot’s website has got me thinking about the entire product line and what to make of it. There’s little buzz about these tools making me wonder if anyone’s buying them, and if no, why not? Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Editorial, Power Tools | Tagged , | 7 Comments | February 16th, 2011
Ryobi Cordless Drill Recalled

Ryobi Cordless Drill Recalled

An older model Ryobi cordless drill has just been recalled. Sold at Home Depot from January 2001 to July 2003, drill model HP 1802M is being recalled due to a flawed switch that can potantially overheat causing a fire and … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Drills & Drivers, News | Tagged , | 10 Comments | October 14th, 2010
Ryobi Auto Hammer $20 at Home Depot

Ryobi Auto Hammer $20 at Home Depot

Home Depot is having a “Spring Cyber Monday” online-only sale today. As part of their sale, Home Depot is selling Ryobi’s Auto Hammer for an obscenely low $20. We reviewed the Auto Hammer a few months ago, and had some … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, DealGuyd, Hammers & Mallets | Tagged , | 8 Comments | May 17th, 2010
Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Sale

Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Sale

  Home Depot is having a springtime Black Friday sale, with a few great deals to be had. We took a look at their power tools section, and while some of the deals seemed good, these Ryobi 12V cordless tool deals jumped … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers, Power Tools, Saws | Tagged , | Leave a comment | April 9th, 2010
Ryobi Auto Hammer Hands-on Review

Ryobi Auto Hammer Hands-on Review

Ryobi’s cordless Auto Hammer is designed to drive nails up to 3-1/2″ long, operate in tight spaces, and eliminate manual hammering entirely. In fact, Ryobi claims that with their new Auto Hammer, hammering has never been easier. With claims like these, … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Hammers & Mallets, Power Tools, Tool Reviews | Tagged | 12 Comments | February 4th, 2010
Ryobi Tek4 Snips & Screwdriver Set – a Closer Look

Ryobi Tek4 Snips & Screwdriver Set – a Closer Look

As previously mentioned, the Ryobi Tek4 5-piece kit features two new additions to the Tek4 lineup – a cordless screwdriver, and power snips. We gave these new Tek4 tools some more thought, and were able to briefly give them a … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Power Tools | Tagged , | 6 Comments | January 12th, 2010
Ryobi Tek4 5pc Combo Kit With Screwdriver & Snips

Ryobi Tek4 5pc Combo Kit With Screwdriver & Snips

Ryobi has just released a brand new 5pc combo kit as part of their Tek4 power tool system. Included in the combo are two new and three familiar tools – a cordless screwdriver, power snips, smart noise-suppression protective headphones, an LED flashlight, and a … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Power Tools | Tagged , , | 10 Comments | December 28th, 2009
Ryobi Auto Hammer vs. Craftsman Hammerhead

Ryobi Auto Hammer vs. Craftsman Hammerhead

Update: Since writing this post, we have published a hands-on review of Ryobi’s Auto Hammer - click here to check it out. At first glance, Ryobi’s 12V ONE+ Auto Hammer closely resembles Craftsman’s 12V NEXTEC Lithium-ion powered Hammerhead Auto Hammer. Well, … Continue reading

Posted in Hammers & Mallets, Power Tools | Tagged , | 12 Comments | November 3rd, 2009
Ryobi Cordless Auto Hammer

Ryobi Cordless Auto Hammer

Update: Since writing this post, we have published a hands-on review of Ryobi’s Auto Hammer – click here to check it out. Ryobi is kicking things up a notch by releasing their own 12V Lithium-ion powered auto hammer. Ryobi claims … Continue reading

Posted in Cordless, Hammers & Mallets, Power Tools | Tagged | 10 Comments | October 31st, 2009
Ryobi Tek4 Cordless Electronic Tool System

Ryobi Tek4 Cordless Electronic Tool System

Ryobi designed their Tek4 cordless electronic tools around a nifty (and affordable) 4V lithium-ion rechargeable battery system. Ryobi’s main selling point is that use of this system will save on costs and waste compared to using traditional AA-based tools.

Posted in Accessories, DIY & Home | Tagged , | 3 Comments | September 18th, 2009