Ryobi’s new 18V ONE+ JobPlus base handle (P340) comes with an oscillating multi-tool attachment to meet a variety of home improvement cutting, sanding, and grinding needs. Not only that, the Ryobi JobPlus is a Ridgid JobMax-compatible base handle!
Ridgid currently offers a corded JobMax starter kit, and a 12V cordless JobMax kit that we reviewed and found to be quite nice. This new JobPlus is compatible with all of Ridgid’s JobMax tool heads, which include a multi-tool attachment, auto hammer, right angle drill driver, impact driver, 3/8″ ratchet, and a new jigsaw attachment.
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Although the JobPlus is powered by an 18V ONE+ battery, it runs at the same no-load speed as the cordless and corded JobMax base handles. It is too early to tell if this version provides more or less powerful than the two Ridgid base handles.
Ryobi ONE+ JobPlus and Multi-Tool Features
- Universal multi-tool accessory adapter that allows use of other brands’ accessories
- LED work light
- Multiple-position tool head (like the JobMax tools)
- Variable speed trigger
- “MagTray” magnetic holder for screws and bits
- 0-20,000 orbits per minute motor (no load)
- 2.15 lb weight
A Ryobi 18V ONE+ battery and charger is required but NOT included with the starter kit. The package does include the P246 JobPlus base handle, P570 multi-tool head, wood/metal cutting blade, a segmented saw blade, sanding pad with 5 pieces of sandpaper, allen wrench for blade change, universal accessory adapter, manual.
Even though the JobPlus starter kit does not come with a battery or charger, it is priced accordingly at $70 – an incredible bargain for existing Ryobi 18V ONE+ tool users.
Purchase or Check Price via Home Depot
Details via Ryobi
A huge thanks to reader/twitter follower @SKISWM for the heads-up about the new tool!
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Anita
The Ryobi multi-tool (P340) was on the home depot site last week but it is not there today. Where else can this be ordered? thx.
Stuart
I’m not quite sure what happened, the link was working fine last night when I checked during final editing. Even so, it looked like it was backordered at the time.
My best guess is that Home Depot may have listed the product prematurely and pulled it, or they’re in the process of updating the product listing.
As with all new Ryobi tools, this is going to be a Home Depot exclusive.
will
It is very possible that the JobPlus is already on backorder. I am a Home Depot employee in Montana, and we received 4 JobPlus’s today, and have already sold 2. As a side note, we are running several major overhauls on our computer system as well as our website, so it is just as likely to be a flaw on the site. The best way to get your own JobPlus is to head into your local Home Depot, go straight to the hardware department and ask if they have one. If they don’t, don’t give up. Go to the service center and ask an associate to transfer one in from another store.
Stuart
Thanks for the insider info, Will!
I’m also inclined to think that Home Depot plans to promote these tools in a month or two as the winter holidays near. Maybe they’re stockpiling the tools in preparation of an introductory promotion of some kind.
will
I’ll keep you guys posted on any promotions as we approach the holiday season. I am a firm believer that every home needs an oscillating tool, and Ryobi really came through for us on this one. I will also be extensively testing the JobPlus tomorrow, so I will make sure to get you a review.
Stuart
Sounds good, look forwarding to hearing from you!
As far as Ryobi coming through with the oscillating multi-tool, the $70 price is nice, but doesn’t factor in the price of a battery or charger.
Bill
Hey has any body worked out if Ryobi are distributing stock yet? I want to purchase one either online or from Santa Ana CA Home Depot store but O/S at present and not able to check stock
frank
They have about 6 at home depot in West Covina, I wounder if this tool will have the same trigger problem as the 12V ridgid?
xen
Frank,
I recently had issues with my 12V JobMax. Mine turned out to be that the battery had play between itself and the contacts in the handle. You could lightly pull on the battery and the tool would run intermittently. It turns out that the plastic tabs on the side weren’t holding the battery securely enough to make a solid connection. The amount of vibration the tool creates can cause this problem to become more severe over time.
I now have the tool in a repair center. It’s been about 2 weeks now and I was notified by the guys at my repair center that Ridgid was notoriously slow in sending out the repair parts for them to fix the issue. (Whatever those repair parts may be…?)
Anyways, check to see that that isn’t the issue you may be having if you own one and are experiencing problems with your unit.
I thought mine was the battery at first, then I thought it might be the trigger because of other reviews I had read. However, the connectivity between the battery and the handle turned out to be my problem.
If you don’t feel like taking the tool in for repairs you might try some duct tape for a jerry fix.
I will also try and remember to post the results concerning my issue after the repairs are completed and I’ve got some run time on the tool.
Hope this helps others out there who might, or already have, run into this issue.
Stuart
I don’t recall hearing any other complaints about the JobMax’s battery terminals as you described, so maybe it’s a rare occurrence?
If yours is an earlier model, it is possible that the issue you’re experiencing has been corrected via a new quality control check during production.
xen
I have an update to my previous post on this thread:
I received a call today from the warranty center about my JobMax 12V. Turns out, the entire circuit board needed replacement. Along with the new circuit board, I am also receiving a new battery. WOO HOO!
In addition to the JobMax I have A Milwaukee 12V Rotary tool in the same warranty center. It went kaput after less than 2 hours of total use. Milwaukee has sent me a brand new kit to replace it, because they do not manufacture replacement parts for that particular tool. WOO HOO #2!
The rotary tool will be in on Friday, therefore I’ll wait until then to pick both tools up.
Once I talk to the owner of the repair shop in person, I’ll be able to provide more information about the issues the tool was experiencing.
After I put the JobMax into it’s paces once again, I can give updates on the progression as to that as well.
Stuart
Sounds like great customer service! Good luck with the replacements.
Mike
The first multitool that I put to the test was the Bosch 12 volt model. It ran hot after a brief run, then the head suddenly died. I opened it up, and saw that there was a fragile wishbone that shattered. Here are several other issues which I felt were worth mentioning. The speed control dial wouldn’t stay in one position under constant use due to vibration. The battery contacts kept bending which caused the tool to intermittently stop. Sometimes the battery wouldn’t charge due to these contacts getting bent out of shape. After returning this tool, I thought that I would try the Ridgid model. The switch acted funny sometimes, and wouldn’t always work. The original battery kept coming out due to a damaged locking tab. The over all construction was pretty good. I liked the Bosch carry case better than the cheap tool bag which came with the Ridgid, so I purchased an aluminum attache case. This tool lasted a while until I eventually burned out the motor. I returned it, and got another Ridgid. This model must be an updated model since it didn’t have the issue with the switch or the battery. It’s been great so far without any issues. The only two things that I miss on the Ridgid model are the lack of a battery fuel gauge that the Bosch had, and the type of carry case. The variable speed control trigger design, and the LED work light are a plus. I have a series of Ryobi one plus tools with extra lithion ion batteries, and chargers, so this multi tool would be a great addition. The only draw back that I could see is the 18 volt battery which is larger, and heavier than the tiny 12 volt battery in the Ridgid. In comparison, you get more for your money with the Ridgid since it comes with a battery, and charger. Sometimes Home Depot runs a special sale, and they throw in a free $50 attachment too.
johny ventura
uh. where is the conveniece of the alan key for a quick change!? backn to R and D. other wise great tool
Stuart
From what I could tell, additional R&D and substantial engineering would be required to come up with a unique quick-change design that does not require licensing, and all this would greatly add to the price of the tool.
Matt Wilkin
I am a home remodeler who just started using purpose tools 2 years ago. I love them! They have become more useful than I would ever have imagined. I remember seeing Fein’s introduction at a very high price years ago and never sprung for it. Stupid.
I now like having one set up for cutting and another set up for sanding.
MDF puffs out when accepting a nail. I like to spot sand the nail head before spackling using a point of the sanding triangle. I have found my cordless 18 V Ryobi a wonderful tool for just this.
I have waited to get a multi-function tool that would be compatible with my existing 18 V tools. Ryobi was the only manufacturer to meld one into their line. Ryobi have been back up tools for my crew.
Ridgid only recently introduced their 18 V. I hate cluttering truck and job with multiple chargers and tool systems. Looks like I may need to buy one to minimize my job and personal vehicle clutter.
The allen wrench change out is definitely drawback. Perhaps having a couple of heads handy for quick change will negate my desire for two tools.
I would like to remove my Bosch corded one from my truck for a cordless if it worked well. I have a Ryobi cordless but it is too slow and clunky. I don’t use it. Has anyone tested the JobMax jigsaw?
Drum
I got the P570 model a couple months ago and it’s served me well for how I’ve used it: occasional cutting of cedar, fir, pine, and drywall. I suggest buying Bosch or Dremel replacement blades because the factory blades are nothing special, at best. No surprise there. Overall, it’s a great value, as are all the Ryobi One+ tools I’ve bought these past few years: recip saw, trimmer/edger, circular saw, P1812 hammer drill.
Off-Topic: Stuart, have you considered opening an Instagram account for ToolGuyd? I’ve heard that IG accounts can take off light a rocket, compared to YT and Twitter. And you seem to have a nice following to begin with.
Stuart
Yes, I considered Instagram. It’s not something I’ve had the time for, and I recently discovered that someone is squatting on the ToolGuyd name.
Drum
Good grief. Well, if it ever becomes worth your time, you can report the squatter for impersonating your account. It may actually work.
Stuart
They require Trademark registration to even consider a complaint. Seems hopeless right now.
I’ll give it some thought and pick another name.