Brad Nailer Review | ALDI FERREX / Workzone 18v Li-Ion Dual Nail / Staple Gun CCT18GW 18 Gauge

How does a £80 ($100) Brad Nailer fair against more expensive brands. In this video we take a look at a cheap tool from ALDI, a UK Discount Supermarket, and find out if it offers value for money or is complete rubbish. For 2019 ALDI are marketing it under their FERREX tool branding.
The tool is a fairly common design and examples can be found from other brands including:
Freeman
VonHaus
Knox
Air Impact
and Clarke Power Tools.
In the US Harbour Freight do a very similar design. Plus before Ryobi introduced their One+ battery system, they also produced the very same design of brad nailer.
A key feature of this tool is that it can fire both brad nails and staples.
Model Number: CCT18GW
Workzone Ferex Ferrex Work Zone
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Wherever possible links are to actual products used, but this is not always possible, for example some products are not available outside the UK in which case I have selected something similar.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The Aldi Ferrex nailer is a hard machine to find when it's not in store. The Katsu 18ga Nailer is basically the same machine and available at Amazon: amzn.to/3bjiLsT it has reasonable reviews and having seen the machine in-person recently it appears to have a similar level of quality and performance. At £129 it's almost the cheapest machine you can buy.

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

Thanks! I'll check it out.

[@Shakingstevesallotment]

It was a choice between air or electric nailers, watched lots of reviews, watched your review and already had spare battery on the aldi circular saw, popped into aldi's and got the last one, reduced to £60, result, and puts 50mm Brad's through 19mm ply with ease,many thanks

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey Stephen - thanks for you kind comment. It's a very capable tool.

[@stevehowes1505]

I Bought Mine From ALDI when it Was reduced to £29.99 Told my Next Door Neighbour he went and got one then my Mate went and got one we all think they are GREAT. I get my Brads & Staples from Screwfix Used it again Today

[@frank1847]

Hi, guys, I bought one of these nailers for my home workshop. For the money it is brilliant!. I am a joiner and very pleased with this nailer.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Good to hear. Thanks

[@frank1847]

@R-77 yes so far into softwoods the 50mm brads are always countersunk. Also have used it on M D F, plywood and melamine. For the money it is a great machine.

[@mikes6844]

I purchased one of these and have been thrilled with its capability. All the negative points you’ve covered very well and I concur with you. Would I buy it again - Yes, it’s a very good DIYer tool.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@lipsee100]

I have exactly the same gun,, I needed to use this morning(first time and four years old worked great) and discovered no manual hence checkout your channel...I,v now used the staples all that came with the gun and they work very well,,so well I punch a 40 mm staple into a oak log !!!! I,v had a little trouble buying staples locally ,no sweat...

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment. This is my most viewed video and I've the later model of this gun as well as the one you see in the video. The best place I've found to buy staples is Amazon, although screwfix and toolstation stock compatible staples.

[@HueyLionsheart]

Great review, I have an air nailer and wasn't looking to buy another nailer...but I find that having to fire up the compressor every time I want to use it makes me use it less and less. This might be a better idea for me and I love the WORKZONE stuff from Aldi, everything I've bought seems to be very robust and does exactly what it should...maybe sometimes without the whistles and bells but hey...it is what it is! :)

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

In the case of the nailer, it's pretty much the same spec as those twice the price. Thanks for watching.

[@rossmale8715]

I'm a builder and I've bought one of these,crazy cheap for what you get.will save me some time on architraves and alike. I wanted a Makita to go with my 18v range but the price was just ridiculous

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Yeah, I know what you mean. Cordless I'm Ryobi with Makita and Bosch corded tools and the branded equivalent was beyond my budget given my more amateurish needs. Anyway thanks for watching.

[@johnball4983]

I've never had Nailer before so when I saw this one in Aldi I decided to buy one. I'm very pleased with it and use it whenever I can. It has worked faultlessly so far. I do agree that it is heavy. My only 'gripe' about the gun is that it is not obvious where to 'aim' the tip to put the nail just where you want it to be..? What I ended up doing was putting a line on the faces of the yellow tip to help me line up where I want the nail to go... I hope this makes sense?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Good advice.

[@sawdustandsurvival]

I just used the Ferrex version of this- exactly the same but with Aldi's new tool branding (prefer the old). It was brilliant!! I made a hedgehog house and it was so much faster than other methods. Thanks for convincing me to buy one!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I'm glad I can help - and a year on I'm still happy with mine

[@sawdustandsurvival]

That's reassuring! I've just bought a box of 38mm Dewalt brad nails from Screwfix for £9.19 which work a treat. I think they'll do me nicely.

[@lindarogers8994]

Great review, I bought one of these a few weeks ago, I thought it would be an ideal piece of kit to make my own fencing from pallets, I haven't tried it out yet I'm looking forward in having a go, I think it'll do the job just fine now you've given us a demo. Thanks 👍

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Let me know how it goes. Come back and leave a comment. Thanks for watching.

[@mikes6844]

I bought one, think they are great. Used mine extensively, only the weight of the unit is a negative but I’m not using all day.I don’t need a compressor now either. 2 year guarantee and I would buy it again.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The guarantee with Workzone is pretty solid. Had a handsaw replaced a while back after 20 months of ownership. A good reason to buy

[@erickvaliente8158]

Where i can buy it?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You may be able to get it in store at ALDI in the UK or online at www.aldi.co.uk

[@johnball4983]

Thanks for pointing out the ‘spare’ yellow tip on the cartridge slide. I honestly didn’t know it was there..?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I know. It nearly didn't make it into the video. I only found it when I was wrapping up.

[@TheFakeRussian]

Nice review of an electric nail gun, bet those rubber pads don't last long before they go through though. I'd stick to the air driven brad nailer simply because of the flexibility of turning up or down the pressure depending on what sort of wood you're working with. The trouble with electric is when the battery starts to weaken the brads tend to sit above the surface and you start to get feed jams which is a real ball ache. Even the plug in nailers are renowned for feed jams. I'd like to see how you get on with this nailer over time and actual use rather than an out the box test.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@TakamiWoodshop]

damn! you guys are killing me with all your Aldi reviews in the UK and Aus - we don't have Aldi here in NZ 😕 Keep your trousers up mate! cheers m8

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Cheers Rob. But you do have pink timber though.

[@davidduxbury4919]

Why don’t you go online

[@markharris5771]

I’ve just bought a Titan today to replace a Stanley that lasted one and half uses, taught me never to buy tools off Amazon again as I was out of my return time. Both of mine have required two hand operation with one hand one the rear of the tool. This makes it very awkward as I make photograph frames and It’s impossible to hold the mitred joint in place whilst I use my nailer. I wish I'd seen this review first. I don’t think you stated the price? The one I bought today was £35 off Screw Fix and the previous rubbish was about £25 off Amazon. I don’t need a top of the range for any of my tools, I just need reliable. Great review which randomly turned up in my recommendations...a day too late! Oh KZbin, you have a cruel sense of humour! I see in the description it was £80, thank you.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thank-you for the comment. I've generally found Amazon to be OK for returns and most manufacturers after sales to be fairly solid. Stanley was.an exception for me though which is odd as DeWalt (owned by Stanley) are fantastic. Cheers. K.

[@markharris5771]

Strawbyte Workshop In all honesty I've never had any problems with Amazon returns within the 30 days, they’ve always been very helpful there. Stanley were quite unhelpful on their website with the chat, they were telling me to take my nailer to a shop in Liverpool who are one of their service centres. They would tell me there if I was able to return it or not. I live in Preston, and both my wife and I have disabilities and if there’s no parking we are stuffed. If I buy from Screw Fix they are 3.3 miles away, I could even get there on my mobility scooter if I have something to return or nip in on my way home from work.

[@johnball4983]

Just a quick note:- this nailer may be a bit heavy for the job of fixing picture frames? It tends to mark the moulding. I discovered this when I was putting up mitred trim on wainscotting. You can get round this to some extent, by holding the nailer 'square ' to the face and not pressing too hard. Hope this helps.

[@markharris5771]

John Ball Thanks John, I’ll bear that in mind. Although I’m giving the framed images away I want them to be the best quality possible for the charity who gets them will be able to raise more money. I don’t want to do anything that will bounce back of their reputation as they are incredibly important to me. I’ve got the print and mounting spot on with 360grm A3+ paper, archival inks, 4mm UV protective anti glare Perspex (glass of the same quality it too expensive and would be over £100 per print) and beautiful mount board. So I want the frames to be better quality than you can buy from the average shop. Hence your advice could end up priceless and I’m genuinely very grateful. I’m also using splines which are more decorative than holding together and I have a Woodcraft hidden screw jig which I’m actually using with Kreg screws. I thought frames would be easy but I'm on a massive learning curve.

[@johncoops6897]

@@markharris5771 - for picture framing you should be using a Micro Pinner (23ga) or a V-Stapler, which are the correct tools for the job. Both are considerably smaller, lighter and more maneuverable than this thing, which is designed for Brad Nails and construction projects. That said, this thing is also huge because it's battery powered, so if you want a small and light tool then you need to get Pneumatic, not this DIY toy.

[@dbaider9467]

A decent honest review. I needed to break a lot of concrete - saw the Aldi concrete breaker for sale - and pricing between the tool rental shops and Aldi figured the price I would pay was 4 days tool rental. So I gave it a go hoping for 4 days worth and I tell you it is a proper and solid tool - needs oil topped up in a reservoir and everything. Still chugging along when I need it - which was even more than I figured. So yeah, thanks Aldi.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Cheers Doug,

[@Andya1959]

Nice review. Trouble with buying tools from Aldi (And Lidl) is that if you miss the offer they may not come round again for months. That said, I've found the same model on eBay for a quarter of the price!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The frequency of special buys is frustrating. Sometimes their website will stock items for longer but only while stocks last. Thanks for the comment. It's much appreciated.

[@raydebbiemcdonald3208]

Great Review. I have some featheredge fence panels to make up. Do you think it’s up to that and what length nail would be best? Thanks

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I get asked this sort of question often. 18ga Brad's are very narrow and while they have reasonable holding power they fail when exposed to weather. A small storage box I made using Brad's began to fall apart after a couple of years. So I would say no they're not suitable.

[@raydebbiemcdonald3208]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop Thanks. So what do they use when making fence panels?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

@@raydebbiemcdonald3208 Typically fencing contractors would use a framing nailer or a fencing stapler - both are comparatively expensive for DIY use.

[@wood4nothing284]

Thanks for the review it was very detailed well done and I've now subscribed. Cheers Tim from Wood 4 Nothing

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Cheers Tim.

[@2012turok]

ive got loads of workzone tools great prices . great tools never let me down . great video on the nail gun . buying it next week , thank you.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

No problem my pleasure.

[@parrottibbs5563]

Got one but not used yet. Good thing about this ,is my little impact and sds drill both batterys work with this mail gun .thanks for the video.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Are both the SDS drill and impact driver Workzone, or are they other brands?

[@jimbo2629]

I have a Ryobi and it wonderful. It’s never jammed. I previously had a cheap corded nailer which failed after a short while. However I didn’t like it anyway because of the sound and the unpleasant recoil. The Ryobi can be bought cheaper from America on eBay and they also do perfectly good cheaper batteries. It’s a quality product. The toolzone looks to be similar in action, but will it last? I wouldn’t be without a cordless Brad nailer.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment. K

[@charlesarnold4963]

A very good presentation. I was looking at it myself having searched in vain for an affordable nailer. Does it live up to the spec on speed of repeated shots?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Pretty much. You see the frequency of shots in the contact mode part of the video.

[@thepracticalsurveyor]

Just bought one myself on-line. Very pleased with it. Punches 50mm bradnails with ease.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Yes it does.

[@seanfarrelldolphin1]

Great Review of the Aldi Brad nailer...so now I go from Strawbyte Workshop to 'whistling Bob Harris' on The Old Grey Whistle Test as my next choice of video .....there's a subconcious similarity working in my head there...cool! Amazing where u tube can make ugo!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You can't question the algorithm. Thanks for the comment - your not the first to point out the similarities to Bob Harris. I really don't mind at all...

[@chrissammels5444]

Helpful review. Thank you. Having had something similar, in that there are two socket head screws to undo, in order to release a jammed nail/staple, I would be reluctant to buy this product. I consider a tool free, quick release, method of un jamming, to be an essential feature. Personal preference, but something I wanted to highlight.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Absolutely. I have had only one jam with the workzone machine which I now only use for staples. However I do have the Ryobi 18g nailer now (which I've also reviewed) and its tool-free head is brilliant.

[@Mark...]

I bought this also, it’s a great buy, I’ve seen the sealey one on eBay that’s the exact same apart from colour and it’s £200, only difference is it came with two batteries. It’s well worth the £80 that I paid.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You might want to check out my follow-up video where I pair an Erbauer battery with the tool. Tool plus spare battery for £92.50 all in. Bargain.

[@christianpetersen1782]

Strawbyte Workshop Hi Karl, do you have a quick link to the f/up vid please? Thanks

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYulnZ6cq7mIha8

[@stormpsy]

Cheers for that review(and the ryobi one) I'm a beekeeper I have 3 ryobi one tools (screwdriver/drill, jigsaw and circlier saw so i have 4 batterys) and been looking at getting the ryobi or workzone nailer. I use a electric one by lidl called Parkside that in the house works fine but I need to build them outside at the apairys.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment.

[@kf-dk5pb]

Hi thanks for the review, I purchased one on your recommendation, can I ask do they need oiling from time to time.I only ask as of recent the nails are struggling to go below the wood and sticking proud. I have the setting as far as it can go but still won’t bury the nail. Cheers paul

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

There's no oiling recommended in the manual, from what I recall. That said when I have had jam and had the firing head apart, I've used a little 3-in-1 on the inside of the parts. The biggest factor for me when I get inconsistent results has been the nails themselves - if they feel rough to the touch I give them a light sand with 400 grit wet/dry paper.

[@kf-dk5pb]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop thank you for your response, much appreciated

[@tombristowe846]

Would quite like to have known some basics, such as how many nails it can do on one charge and how long the battery takes to recharge.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Fair point, but to be honest I chose not to blindly fire off a load of nails to find out how long but that's my mistake in hindsight. The battery is 1.5Ah with a 750mAh charger so, from flat, takes two hours.

[@TheTravismiller77]

standard battery pff not worth it, its more there to see the gun works, Aldi do a 4ah battery and fast charger, both are needed and then you have a great gun, still cheaper than all battery nailers with the extras and well worth it

[@souhailshamaissem7564]

Good video mate. I wonder if you could do a comparison between this nail gun and an 18v ozito gun, the reason I am asking is because I am planning to buy a cheap gun for home but since I have ozito tools and almost 3 brand new batteries I was thinking about the ozito but it only uses 32mm nail

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Since Bunnings closed and cleared off from the UK Ozito tools are hard to find in the UK so I probably won't be taking a look at that tool any time soon. However I think the Einhell TE-CN 18 Li - Solo is basically the same unit so who knows. Thanks for the comment.

[@NomadMakes]

My OCD hurts! :D It doesn´t have that satisfying "chunk" when you fire. Great vid! Loveley if you do a follow up.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks.

[@markbluelips]

Great presentation. I see you recommend nails, do you have a recommendation for staples ? I am struggling to find the correct 15mm staple for upholstery.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for watching. I have only bought one box of 20mm narrow crown staples and that's about all I use. The minimum staple length according to the manufacturer is 19mm. In the UK TacWise 90 Series narrow crown staples appear to work quite well. very few misfires.

[@magoomagoon]

Was looking at getting one of these, would it be suitable for 20mm thick pallet wood? Just looking for something that would help with a few projects including a pallet wood fence. Also where do you buy the nails?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The staples are best for fencing projects but 20 mm us quite thick and you'll only get 10mm in the timber you're nailing into. Nails would give you the depth but at 18 gauge, they're prone to failure out doors. 16 gauge nailer or a framing nailer would be best for that sort of application

[@magoomagoon]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop thankyou for the reply, was worried that it wouldnt be quite enough power for what I'm intending on using it for. Will have a look for a framing nailer, see if I can turn up something on the cheap! Thanks again!

[@heididonnison1686]

When the battery stops the nails get jammed in-between the plastic and the plates and its very difficult to get them out again ,the video doesn't show this aspect of how to remove a nail and that this has happened twice to me now....the demo is therefor not taking the gun to its limits...apart from this problem its great ,Ive used it on to big fencing jobs !

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I haven't had a situation where mine has jammed in that way. Over the course of filming I'd fired off over 400 nails and drained the battery fully twice and I was dearly wishing for a jam. You are right without it the video is not complete. But I do appreciate what you say. I've had the firing head apart and it's really not as simple as other nailers and if you had a jam I see your point. I remain delighted with mine but now have it only fire staples as I've a second nailer now.

[@paulcooper9187]

Thanks, a very useful review and they have just today (23/08/20) gone on sale with Aldi online for the store next weekend.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for letting me know. It's still a very nice tool after two year's of use.

[@paulcooper9187]

Thanks, it’s on order, so I will soon find out. What nails work best with it, 20 and 25mm. Any type better than others ?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I've a mixed bag of makes now. Tackwise, Axminster and PreciseFit and the all perform well.

[@MrLauren23]

Nice review, as you’ve had it for a few weeks, have you had any problems with it at all?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Nor really. I've done a follow-up video where I mentioned that it hasn't had a jam or misfired. It's heavy and I was stapling a canvas and fired off 100 or so staples - boy did my arm ache. Otherwise it seems fine.

[@RiaanOliver]

I have the exact same nail gun but branded differently as you showed. I have used it on soft and hard woods and it always did the job pretty well. My only issue was that it marked the wood, but the tip I have looks a little different. It also managed to nail 35mm nails in hardwood with easy. I have recently upgraded to the dewalt 18g cordless nailer and it weighs even more and only performs a little better. So for the price it’s a bargain.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Riaan Oliver thanks for the comment. The tip is well designed on this model, in my opinion and leaves no marks.

[@tonydurbin9642]

Liked the review but can you tell me what the minimum size staple the gun can take? Even their manuals don't tell you.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I think it's 16mm. I'll need to check next time I'm in the workshop.

[@tonydurbin9642]

Looks like it's 19mm. I managed to pick one up for £30 from my local Aldi.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Good to know and well done in picking one up from Aldi - they're becoming hard to find.

[@johncoops6897]

The minimum size is the shortest ones that you can buy. There is no limit... it will fire 5mm long nails and staples, if they existed. You can test it yourself by cutting down some longer ones to test.

[@azajakal9614]

Thank you for the great video

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You're vert welcome.

[@SharpEdgeWoodworking-UK]

I just baught one the other day to take on install jobs with me. Thanks for the run down. Welcome to my UK based watch list 👍

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Cool - thanks!

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

Bought one recently... lovin it .. And REALLY lovin the price... Also... Aldi & Lidl give a 3 YEAR guarantee... which they honour. I had an SDS hammer-drill fail after 2 years & Lidl replaced it promptly... 👍😎 Before Aldi had 'em (the nailgun), I tried to buy a similar Ryobi model here (Ireland) & the agents said "never heard of it but we'll find out"... he comes back & says "sure, we can get that in for ya... for €400+ " 😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Wow 400 euro is pretty steep. Thanks for the comment.

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop I think the term is... GOUGING !! 😤 I also recently bought a Tacwise 16g pneumatic nailer for €90 & it works great... 👌😎

[@doodie84]

Do you think this nailer would do for building your own fence panels? Either featheredge or double slatted?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Only the staples feature would be appropriate but the staples are not galvanised so I can't vouch for outdoor use. That said i did use it to make a parcel box for my porch and the staples held the feather edge to the frame quite nicely.

[@jamesnikolovski638]

Great video mate, just wondering if anyone knows of a place where you can get parts at all? After the third time using it it stopped firing. Opened it up and notice that the firing pin was snapped in half.. was shattered as it’s a not bad tool for the price.. all’s it needs is a new firing pin for me to put it back together... it would be a shame to throw it out it’s still practically new... thanks again for the video 👍🏼👍🏼

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey James - sorry for the late reply,. You might want to try the customer services department at ALDI. I've had a few problems with their tools and they've been pretty helpful. They do honour the warantee.

[@jamesnikolovski638]

Thanks for the response mate, greatly appreciated 👍🏼. I definitely will give that a try and see if they sell the firing pin on its own. I don’t think they will cover warranty for me as I have modified it by changing the lower part of the gun to run on Milwaukee batteries instead of the work zone ones.. it was working great until the firing pin broke I was shattered! But again thank you very much for the reply mate your a champ 👍🏼

[@user-tt6nc6mo7k]

I can't find anything showing the thickness of the tip of the nailer and where exactly the staples would be released from without the rubber cover. I need to be extremely precise with my staples and need very good clearance to get within millimeters of a perpendicular surface so this information would be very helpful.

[@kennybo-iy2ed]

when you get a stapler/nailer have a look at where the staples come out, it helps to know

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I always do a test fire on a scrap piece against a pencil mark to get my eye in. As for getting it upright try placing the tip on the workpiece and then rotate it by 90 degrees you your desired firing before firing. I always find that helps with getting the nailer, or any drill for that matter, plumb to the work.

[@TheTravismiller77]

been using one for years, onsite for finished nailing, I treat it like shit, its fallen of scaff dozens of times still going strong, the only real downside is the battery and charger, if you can a fast charger when aldi have them and some 4ah batterys these guns are so good

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Aldi have a terrible mix of battery platforms now. I did a follow-up video on modifying an Ebauer battery for use but when I later realised that you need both the battery and Ebauer's charger for it to work the solution wasn't as cheap an alternative. I rang the support line and ordered addition batteries through there. If you have it insist you need an new battery. But the default charger isn't great. But you only paid £80 (with change) for the tool.

[@givemethejob3293]

Crikey, Kenneth Branah's not doing such big roles these days LOL

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

There's only so much Henry V you can do before you just want to fire nails in to a piece for wood. 😀

[@barrycannon163]

Thanks for the review, i went out and purchased one. I have subbed.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks Barry.

[@ssjktjessica6]

Hi mate will it take 16 gauge brad nails, and could it be used on cladding?? Cheers Steve

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

No it only takes 18 guage or narrow crown staples.

[@saxoseb]

Cheers for the vid. only problem I can't get one now lol awaiting deals the come back

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@johnball4983]

Have you had any problem with the gun constantly jamming..?

[@johnball4983]

Oops..! It wasn’t jammed- the red light meant dead battery… flashing red light means jammed! Who’s a silly boy then..?

[@jigsey.]

Great review.. I also brought it so far so good.. much easier then setting up the air nailer

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks. I started out looking at air nailers, but couldn't find a quiet compressor that wasn't mega bucks. I've used it a fair bit lately and only one misfired staple from 400 - 500 shots and that was caught on camera.

[@claudetaeger4958]

Hello - I purchased similar unit branded Unimac - the issue I’m having is series 6000 staples are 5.7mm but manual states 6mm - the 6000 series jammed my gun but at the loading end of the magazine not the firing end and thought it might be the crown size difference - does anyone else have this issue? I’m not sure if 1/4 inch is the same - I’m in Australia and we’re metric - any advice would help thanks

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I find the brads and staples here in the UK pretty consistent.

[@claudetaeger4958]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop thanks -great presentation by the way- I found some on ebay - said fits Bostik and "Giantz" (same nail gun but another brand) - I was able to buy 200 as trial though not galvanised/stainless steel which is what i'm after

[@myerscok]

Thanks Karl. A great review after which I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase one. I also learnt a lot from the review. Ken Myerscough Southport

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey there Ken - Take a look at the comments below to see others experience with the tool. But I think on-balance the comments are pretty favourable. It has a few faults, but works well enough for most people I would think.

[@johnsaunders6510]

I bought this. It works great. I've been very please with it.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey John - great to hear.

[@vincentamulligan]

What would I be looking for to buy a smaller nail or staple. 50mm seems too long for small. Jobs

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

It uses brads between 20 and 50mm and staples between 20 and 30 mm. I do find I use the 20mm brads a lot more than longer lengths in this particular machine. But if you're looking for a smaller nailer/stapler you ought to be looking at the Tacwise Electric Nailer/Stapler or similar machines from other manufacturers. I have a Parkside (LIDL) machine which is quite handy, especially for craft projects and picture framing.

[@vincentamulligan]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop Brilliant, I bought the gun in aldi today but haven't yet the chance to use it. Found your review very useful. I'll pick up some 20mm. Thanks again for the reply

[@CastilloDelDiablo]

Is this an Air Strike nailer? It doesn't say but it looks almost identical to the airstrike nailer Ryobi does.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Yes it is, I believe.

[@martywhite7026]

Hello where can I get parts for this my drive blade has broken:(

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You might want to try Aldi customer services on the number in the manual if you still have it. If not let me know and I'll dig out my copy.

[@martywhite7026]

That would be great as I don’t have my manual,seems to be a few of these Brad nailer’s under different names wonder if the drive blade all the same, thanks in advance :)

[@callumphillips3112]

I brought the vonhaus branded one (exactly the same) after using for about 2 months the firing pin broke I can not for love or money get hold of spares do u know where I can get workzone spares as the firing pin from this nail gun would be the same?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

🙁🙁

[@johncoops6897]

Watch the video at 1:15 - then search the spare for any of the numerous brands that you find. There's plenty out there, you'll probably have to order from AliExpress or Ebay.

[@proherb1828]

The trick with Aldi is to keep track of their stock, after 2-3 weeks they get discounted, I paid £24.99 and I got the impact gun for £9.99 😎

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Absolutely right, even more value.

[@billstanley5317]

Good review - how does it cope with hardwood - have you tried it yet?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

It copes pretty well. I was glueing and pinning some English oak this afternoon and the 30mm Brad's went in OK. I fire a couple of brads into an offcut and turn up the strike until it's just flush with surface. Then your good.

[@billstanley5317]

Thanks, looks useful to have

[@normanboyes4983]

Good review (I have one 😀) can you provide a reference or link for the nails you mentioned.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The ones I featured were from Homebase but are widely available. When I get home later I'll share the part numbers.

[@fredmetzel3628]

Dang it man, I only find Aldi food store in Florida. No tools.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@kickpublishing]

Its the same kinda stuff you get branded in Harbor Freight

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@itsallabouttheclag]

What nails do you use please ? My gun keeps jamming every time I try and use 15mm nails seems ok with 25mm ones !!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You get a glimpse at 4m 55s in the video. I've been using Precise Fit C1 18ga brad nails and they seem fairly reliable. However the nail gun isn't recommended for brad nails under 20mm and 20mm is smallest I've used.

[@itsallabouttheclag]

Thanks for the reply and my 15mm have gone in the bin....... Thanks again for the info.

[@SCRAPWOODTOCRAFTWOOD]

Great unboxing and Good review karl

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks Warren.

[@gdou95181]

Did the nails go fully in every time it look like a fair few we’re sticking out

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Yes, once you've adjusted the strike it fires cleanly and flush with the surface pretty much all the time. All nailers need adjusting, the workzone has plenty of upper range and will tackle most common UK hardwoods.

[@sleavesleather]

Nice review. I've got a few inexpensive tools that seem to be just as good, better in some cases, as more expensive pieces!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I think you're right. If you're nailing all day you want something that's going to keep up and this tool ain't in that league. For what I need it's great and I'm keen to see how this works out in the long run.

[@johncole9964]

We also have Aldi is the US, but I've never seen the brad nailer there.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Do you? I never knew that.

[@manfromlondonnow]

Thanks for the video simple and too the point 👌👍

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You're welcome and thanks for the comment.

[@ukpop2407]

I have just got this, it has an led button light which turns the led on but if you press it again it doesn't turn it off. Are they all like this or mine is faulty?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey Alex - mine goes off after 10-15 seconds. I think they all work like that.

[@be-veo]

Everything look same with fujiwara nail gun just change a brand and color?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment

[@4figgis957]

Would like to have seen a 50mm nail test.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Sure that would have a better demonstration. 50mm brads do go in well and it's it shame I didn't show that.

[@adamwright83]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop mine doesn't sink 50mm nails well ,any idea ?

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

Hi. Thanks for the video. I know it was a few years ago, but does anyone know if you can buy this anywhere in NI? Aldi don't have a presence near me, and they don't sell it online. Thanks!

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Aldi only sell the nailer at particular times of the year and you should be able to order online in advance of them coming into the stores. At other times, as you say, they don't list them for sale online.

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop Great! Thanks for the advice. I'll keep my eye open for them being listed in future.

[@keefykeef]

Great review, looks like a nice bit of kit for the money

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks Keith.

[@chrisharrell2449]

could you do a follow up video on this has i have one and it is showing signs of wear and jamming firstly with nails and now staples as well. it is clearly worn inside chamber, i wish i could find replacement part, so far no luck !

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I do plan to revisit this and the Ryobi Nailer at some point. I'm still happy with mine but spares are non-existent in my experience.

[@mrmagic1989]

Looking to fix a laminate accent wall on to a block wall, do you think this would be strong enough to penatrate a concrete wall?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hi. No these Brad nails are too thin to penetrate brick, masonry or block work. I've tried and the nail just jams in the head of the nailgun

[@mrmagic1989]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop Ended up buying a masonry nailer and compressor about 10 minutes ago cheers for the reply though :)

[@777leonf]

The Big human Thanks! It's only one real review for this nailer! Search one week to any review on this nail/stapler gun...

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I'm so glad you found it useful. K.

[@philipbayliss879]

Litterally just answered my question, got tennis elbow and killing me thought would this be better than hammrring but weight makes it worse, so not sure if id be helping or worsening the problem.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

It's a heavy tool, but that's true of all battery nailers. You get a lighter tool with a compressor - but of course the compressor is big and heavy. Thanks for the comment though.

[@philipbayliss879]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop iv actually bought one today. Got the ferrex on sale at aldi. Good price aswell £89.99. Iv got aload of archtrive to fit, think the weight will be fine once iv got rid of elbow pain and thought would be less painful than having to hammer and punch each nail. Had a little go today and am impressed with the results wish id bought one years ago.

[@ukpop2407]

Can you upload a video of how to clear a jam?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

That's probably the number one comment on the video that I didn't cover the clearing of a jam. I might do a short.

[@ukpop2407]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop I have had one of these from Aldi as a workzone that I had to return due to a constant jam now the same has happened with my newer ferrex version having had it since August 2019 with little use. I called technical support which is actually worx tools and they have said it needs to be returned and inspected under warrenty. But if I clear myself I would prefer, I can see no jam. Any help in the way of a new video would be much appreciated. Thanks

[@gingerbreadman2051]

Bought one a couple of weeks ago just the job would recommend

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Good to hear. Thanks for the comment.

[@brotheradam]

the charger... is it just 240v or is it 100-250 volt? Box does not say and obviously the staff will not know

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You know that's a good question. I will check for you, though of course wall.wart part of the charger has a UK 3 pin plug. You'd need an adaptor for your own sockets.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Adam, I've checked and the charger is rated at 220 - 240v.

[@johncoops6897]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop - if it's a Wall Wart then you can use an alternative for other countries.

[@mikerussell1765]

Sorry to be a pain do they take any make Brad nails like tacwise

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hi Mike - you're looking for C1 series brad nails which are widely available. I use Precise Fit and I've looked and I dont think Tacwise sell the C1 series nails.

[@peterlinaker3525]

Try Einhell for spares, they make the work zone gear. You will probably pay more for batteries than you did the tool itself lol.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I've only recently had reason to ring the support line for ALDI tools and they're pretty good. Managed to get a new battery for their drill driver. Yes it is the likes of Einhell and Scheppach who provide their support but my best advice is retain the instructions and warrantee with the tool and call the number. They're really very good and you get 3 years on most tools.

[@alanrmurphy]

Great review, thanks.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thank-you. Much appreciated.

[@simoncooper1024]

Can the staple gun take smaller than 19mm staples. I bought one but need to use 9mm staples....

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The smallest staples it will take is 19mm. I've found 16mm work but jam frequently. For 9mm you're looking for a wide-crown stapler.

[@Time364]

I wonder if its good for fencing and ceiling?​ Thank you>

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

No, it just takes 18ga Brad's an crown staples. Suitable for bench joinery and light duty carpentry tasks in my view.

[@GaryThomsonJoinery]

Nice review 👍😊

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks very much.

[@dalejuhl8591]

Very nice coverage. You could calm down a bit tho 😊

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Thanks for the comment

[@MrStevehaggis]

Is there a lock feature I don't know about?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

👍

[@grahamsmith6387]

How much are the spare staples

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You can find them on Amazon. I tend to buy tackwise these days. A box of 1000 will cost around £9.

[@mikerussell1765]

Do it take smaller Brad nails

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hi, if you're referring to the thickness of the nail, it only takes 18 gauge nails so 20 or 23 ga wire nails won't work. As far as length the smallest Brad's I've used are 19mm. 16mm Brad's work but jam often. I hope that helps.

[@mikerussell1765]

Should have had a qwick release on the tip head rather than Allen bolts

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You're absolutely right Mike.

[@TheTravismiller77]

It should but compared to makitas finished nailer, it kills it, they dont jam very often unlike Makitas disaster of a thing

[@stormpsy]

back in shops as of 27 August 2020

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Today in fact.

[@kingskidd2369]

Can you buy this online?

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Hey there Kings Kidd - these tools come up once or twice every year on Aldi's website and in-store while stocks last. In-between times your only resort is Ebay or Gumtree but new unboxed items sell for way more than £80. I bought my nail gun in August and I wouldn't be surprised if this doesn't go back on sale around the same sort of time.

[@jimblack2331]

Nice review.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Cheers Jim.

[@stevecrawford4817]

I got one of these, but after using it after a couple of shots, I get a nail jam. I must be doing something wrong.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

If it's new, then use the returns process. It's a great nail gun in my view but others have been unlucky with Workzones quality control. Thanks for sharing. K

[@robertlewis-qw5xy]

Mine is doing the same, keeps jamming all the time.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

If it's less than 3 years old then you should be able to get a replacement under warranty. I've been lucky with mine and it's still flawlessly stapling. But other tools have been returned in the past and I know from speaking to other KZbinrs that faulty out the box is a common occurrence. Thanks for the comment I always like to see real world experiences in the comments.

[@robertlewis-qw5xy]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop Thanks for replying, did you take it back to Aldi, or did you send it back to the manufacturer? I took my one back to Aldi and was told I have to get in touch with the makers. Thanks for taking the time to read my comment. Take care.

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

@@robertlewis-qw5xy I called them customer service number in the manual. It's the tool makers helpline branded as Aldi and for the scheppach stuff it's been good. I had to be patient and follow along as they get me to try all the things I know I've tried anyway, towards the end of the call they're basically convinced it's busted too.

[@jacklordd.2088]

good day sir,, i just wanna ask hów to oder tools from aldi,,i have already somes tools from there, but want to buy trhat kind of tools, te nail gun, but i connot find in aldi

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

You can order online in the UK but tools tend to be seasonal so are not available all year round.

[@jacklordd.2088]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop thank you for the reply sir..they can deliver international?

[@johncoops6897]

@@jacklordd.2088 - Aldi are a supermarket, they don't even deliver locally. Watch the video at 1:15 - then search and buy the numerous other brands that are identical.

[@lesmoor001]

would of been nice to see things being nailed together

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Yes fair point. I've looked at this video a lot since I made it and see lots of things I would do differently - that's one. Thanks for the comment though. It's really appreciated.

[@tailerhunt41]

What is tha smallest nail use in this nailr plz tell me

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

The minimums stated by the manufacturer are 3/4" brads/Staples which are 20mm brad nails or 19mm staples in metric.

[@karlpopewoodcraft]

Cracking in depth review mate, just seen these again in Aldi so was pondering about getting one, that's how I stumbled across your channel. I have a little youtube channel as well if you would like a nosy. Cheers Karl

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

I'll take a look and thanks for watching.

[@karlpopewoodcraft]

@@StrawbyteWorkshop thanks ☺️

[@StrawbyteWorkshop]

Just found your comment again on my nailer. Great progress on your channel btw.