New Ridgid 18V Cordless Framing Nailer Full Hands On Review (Watch Before You Buy)

[@huejanus5505]

My wife bought me the 30 degree Milwaukee for my birthday. Just wish i could afford the lumber to use it on.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahahaha, I agree 👍🤣

[@M5tworude]

That's a good Wife!

[@jeremysmith8529]

Can you use the full head nails in the 30 degree Ridgid?

[@emeltea33]

I've got some wood you can use when your wife is done with it.

[@johnserrano9689]

Milwaukee is far superior.

[@kentaroo.7759]

I just bought one online on home depot with two free tools $349. You have choices I picked the circular saw and jigsaw. Great deal shoot out to Tool Boss for the heads up.

[@keithculpepper1152]

Love everything about this review. Real, honest, straightforward. Please continue to deliver these videos.

[@mattgrizz1153]

Ok so today was the first day I had a chance to use this nailer. And yes it is worth the money. I used it framing walls for about 3 solid hours. I definitely would recommend it.

[@BretClements]

I truly appreciate the review, thanks! However, you just destroyed an $800 piece of lumber! It would've been cheaper to just use your leg to nail into.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahahah, I was thinking the same tbiwhen recording this Bret lmao 🤣🤣🤣👊👊👊👊

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

nah surely not? This is a $6 piece of pine.

[@CraigularjJoeWoodworks]

@@oo0Spyder0oo get out from under your rock, covid had prices as high as 13 dollars

[@Bearded_Moose]

I have most of the Rigid line of tools. Definitely going to be getting this, thanks for the honest review. My guess for the button that typically lights an LED is they probably share grips among multiple tools. Even though this one doesn't have a light they may use a grip from another tool that does to save cost on building different grips. 🤷‍♂️

[@kentaroo.8498]

I just got mine yesterday. Freaking thing is heavy as hell! Can't wait to test it out! I need some nails... huh.

[@gotahave]

I’m a DIY guy and have 2 if the Ryobi nailers and they work just fine but want a frame nailer just because. It’s $30 more expensive than Ryobi so it just may be worth it. You always put out a good video so please keep it up on your testing.

[@andrewfuhrmannscreenrepair7606]

I've been a Ridgid user for years but have been wanting to switch to Milwalkee and I had bought the Milwalkee framing nailer but returned it and bought the Ridgid. I like Milwalkee's plethora of tool selection which is why I now have both, but you can't beat Ridgid's LSA so I am hoping that they keep up with the Milwalkee tool selection.

[@RS-dc7wy]

Worked like a champ in summer but not built for cold northern Canadian winter. From a full charge, 5 nails and failed. For normal climate its great

[@fastdadgarage-northsouthch4418]

I’ve been getting replacement batteries for my 18v for over 15 years. Literally dozens of batteries…free! I love Milwaukee but just can’t make the switch

[@jt5747]

Damn you, Makita! Even Ridgid beat you to market with this. At this pace, Ryobi will be ahead of you.

[@aspees]

It's crazy that Makita hasn't come out with gun. I've got their new 18 gauge and its very good. I finally gave up and bought the Hitachi gun(awesome). That's after being on Makita 18v since the beginning.

[@richtripp2G]

Great review, just got mine today. Reading the operator manual page nine under installing/removing battery pack under the second NOTE it says the grip switch is to activate the nailer whenever the battery pack is removed or replaced or the tool enters into inactive mode. Thanks for pointing me in the direction of this tool.

[@tomhughes4892]

Being a Rigid guy , Go Rigid Go 🤙🍻🇨🇦

[@Dirtyharry70585]

4amp18v ridgid battery twin pack $99

[@kenchan529]

Curious as to how the nailer has held up after the 1 year marker . Also curious as to if your nailer is comparable to the 30 degree nailer and if there was a difference / commonality between the two types of nailers (21 vs 30) and the pros or cons of each. Great initial video and initial final thoughts, looking forward to a follow up, and comparison to the 30 degree Rigid cordless framing nailer. Many Thanks !

[@codeyoda8729]

Same! but you'll probably need to check out other YT videos for longevity.. especially since this vid came from YT creator who is being endorsed to review tools

[@donniemccrorie19]

The gun “goes to sleep.” The button wakes up the gun. You’ll see the green light on the back comes back on letting you know the gun is ready. (It’s instant, no delay to wake)

[@hungryhungryhummer]

Dang. That feature along with the physical switch for the bump fire makes it better than the Milwaukee. After all it’s the same hardware too.

[@thomascox7968]

Thank you so much I was just like the guy in the video going well I don’t know what that does, doesn’t seem to do anything🤣

[@4673962]

Yep, I'll be picking one up and yes I'm in construction.

[@For891]

Damn, I just bought into the Ryobi platform with their 18 volt brad gun and finish gun. I’m actually surprised at how good they work and that’s real nice like.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Ryobi makes great nailers. I actually have one of their newest nailers coming to the channel this weekend 👊

[@scottshinbaum1772]

@@ToolReviewZone Now I wish Ryobi would get in on the Framing Nailer now that we know TTI makes a great one!

[@AaronWanamaker91]

@@ToolReviewZone thanks for posting this video! I’m hoping to get into carpentry (Framing specifically) possibly for a living soon. I’ve been looking for a battery framing nailer that would work for framing decks and houses. This video give me an idea of what to look for once I can afford to buy one. How’s the kick-back during the bump-mode though? I have left hemiplegia (so not full range of motion I. My left side) so I need to make sure I buy tools with top safety features.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hi Aaron. No kickback bro. You'll be ok with this👊

[@AaronWanamaker91]

@@ToolReviewZone ok. Thank you for letting me know!

[@thomascox7968]

Last month I got mine and it is amazing as are all my Rigid tools. The finish nailer is just as great.

[@charlesstephens6496]

Hey! About to buy this foooor sure now. Ridgid guy Here, expanding my lineup for future projects. Thanks man!

[@victorsteinfeld2582]

Im waiting for the ryobi one

[@ToolReviewZone]

I wouldn't be surprised if you see one soon

[@survivalSC]

I Wish just for the price point. I am tired of paying over 300 for the dewalt

[@av1204]

id buy one.

[@kennedycarey898]

Yes! Please I've been waiting for one as well!

[@user-zw4bk8bl1l]

Hi Mike I just bought my 21 degree framing nailer I an real excited about using it I have been a Ridgid person for 6 yes now and I like there tools Mr. Gibson

[@bluemantom77]

This a nice like Clint I think your right about that switch it was probably originally designed to have a light and then they just changed it but they didn't take that out of the design maybe they will redesign it and those wires exposed it's messy you need to put some kind of light dark mesh to cover that up so you don't see them

[@ToolReviewZone]

Absolutely brother

[@quercuslobata3776]

The only issue I have at this time, is with the price. HD sells the gun alone or the gun with 2 - 2 ah batteries. Charger is extra. Getting the gun with the 2 batteries and the charger is over 400 bucks with the gun pk on sale. If you opt for the charger and a 4ah battery, the combination would be over 500. Now with the lifetime warranty and daily use, it might be worth it. But you would think that Ridgid would put a package together with a 4ah battery, charger and gun to entice people to switch to their platform. Even professionals like myself have to weigh the advantages and money making aspects of a purchase. Price is always a consideration and remembering that many of my bigger tools were less in cost, I have to do some thinking.

[@dirtyrotter4057]

I just purchased the new 18v 30° framing nailer. And I gotta say . It feels a lot heavier than 10 lbs.

[@RidgidRon]

Brushless 21° 3-1/2 in. Framing Nailer: Compatible with RIDGID Extended Capacity Magazine (AC102EM21) - Accepts 2 full strips of nails for increased productivity (product sold separately)

[@ToolReviewZone]

Excellent info brother man Ron 👊👊👊👊

[@dirtyrotter4057]

Got a link ??

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Omg a Belt Clip lmfao 🤣 sagging pants boxers showing with this on a belt clip handing on pants 👖like a gangsta lmfao 😂🤣 @ToolReviewZone

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahah

[@James-cn9no]

oh my! Maybe there is hope Ryobi will now add an Air Strike framing nailer to their portfolio.

[@ToolReviewZone]

I think you will be seeing one soon

[@clarkrichards1907]

Extended magazine takes me back to the Nail Gun in some videogames HaHaHaHa.

[@jd14985]

Definitely gonna get two of those!!! That little button is for the light on all my other tools…. Just saying…

[@codyhagedorn7399]

He says a couple times that it does not have an led light on this tool

[@jamestuccillo]

Whoa now! Extended Magazine?! That's an assault weapon you don't need that many nails! Wait till ATF hears, we'll have to fill out a 4473 get a class 2 stamp and wait 6mo to get approved!

[@m3coupe4me]

It'll need a 16" barrel to be compliant! 😂

[@jamestuccillo]

@@m3coupe4me 🤣😂 exactly! Or it'll need to be registered as a SBR!

[@jonathanesley]

I finally got mine, can't wait to use it

[@tinman1955]

That switch that didn't do anything is for the optional beer cooler. You need to install the custom keg.

[@michaelc7283]

Hi TRZ, I hope during 2020 covid time Dewalt team were really thinking about how to improve and redesign some of their 20v tool line, LOL... Nice that all these tool companies are improving their tool line. Thanks for the video....😀👍 Michael C - (WA)

[@ToolReviewZone]

I agree Michael brother. Dewalt, what's going on over there 🤷

[@locsipocsi1]

I can't wait for the 30* to come up to canada. I'm loving what I just saw from this 21*.

[@M5tworude]

Why do you prefer 30*?

[@jasona8396]

Where I'm at on northern Ontario 30deg nails are what's common, hard to find 21deg strips

[@Joeshmofoshoyo]

Not sure if the orange tip is so good, looks like it would be hard to toe nail with. Also would like to see it nail into two 2x4's for real life situations.

[@aaroncollins8035]

Good review! I didnt even know they had a cordless nailer. I have two of the Milwaukee nailers, I bought into Milwaukee tools years ago. I think overall they are great nailers, but they are definitely targeted more towards remodels, small projects, or oops I forgot some blocking. Mainly because of the weight and the awkwardness of these nailers. I can’t speak for the ridgid obvious I don’t own one but it looks just as awkward to use. All in all great guns to own because they do save time. Still a long way to go until they overcome pneaumatic nailers in my opinion.

[@tiagooliveira-kd2xd]

As a framing nailer that thing needs a more aggressive safety tip. Rubber is nice on Brad an pin nailers for finishing work rubbers gonna sucks when u have to toe nail a nail in a tight space. Your gonna wish that tip had a spike to grab the wood. Definitely a nice gun would just like to see a more aggressive tip.

[@tylerwilcox4456]

The rubber comes off and it's aggressive then.

[@ronaldbarron1738]

That button is for the light. It is on most cordless ridgid tools

[@Gordontownman]

Another Excellent video👌🏽, interesting tool, I have a 10 year old Makita framing nailer I bought for a project back then that has remained in the box new and unused for all these years, seeing this nailer got me interested in getting one of these, hope it doesn’t end up like the Makita…

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks for the comment and info Gordon!!!

[@dantheman9395]

Nailed the video bro! One can tell that Ridgid is gunning for the pro’s approval. 😎👍🍺

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahaha, nice Dan The Man 🤣🤣👊

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

This one and the AEG look almost identical. The big difference with the AEG one coming out is that you can refill it with your air compressor when it eventually leaks down, unlike the others that you have to pay for a service with expensive nitrogen and whatever else some of them use. And they claim it will run for 20,000 nails before requiring a top up. Self service gets my vote.

[@drewt6235]

That’s been my outlook with not wanting to be bummed out on the Milwaukee. It may be a lil better than the HPT (although the Milwaukee is heavier noticeably which matters.)but I can take my lil regulator I bought under $50 and refill my hpt when it inevitably loses pressure. That’s a winning feature many will be happy with in the few years to come.

[@drewt6235]

Just FYI. Rigid is AEG here in The US.

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

@@drewt6235 Righto, I suspected it was a rebadging, they all look the same but thanks for clarifying it. Cheers

[@dchh2872]

Do you have the link to how and where it is refilled please

[@ifyoubuildit6077]

Can someone explain this? I don't understand how the air compressor is applicable to this battery-powered nailer? Thx

[@AC-hq7ce]

Hey Clint! That’s REAL NASS LIKE! Might have to check it out for the LIFETIME Warranty!

[@ToolReviewZone]

Can't beat it brother

[@rpmautoreviews9249]

Maybe testing it with two 2x4 nailed together to see how well it sinks them. This way, we don't know. Inconclusive. I have rigid stuff to and considering this one.

[@sweat319]

Thanks Tool Review for your information and video 📹👍I appreciate you

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks brother 👊

[@finalfinishdaps5693]

Great video brother! ive been having a hard time deciding between the dewalt or rigid and your insights definitly helped me realize rigid is the way to go! cant beat that lifetime warrenty either ;) defiinitly got a sub and a like from me. All the best dude!

[@charlesheon7238]

Love your personnality bro ! Very entertaining and informative 👍

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks Charles!!!!!

[@alfiehannam9541]

Shame rigid isn’t such a big thing in the UK, you either use de Walt or makita. Very few Milwaukee

[@jamesevans3347]

Bought the Hitachi framing nailer nearly three year ago, yes it's heavy but it has been excellent.

[@themeat5053]

Damn that auto focus, it makes you look like a fool. Here in Connecticut, they would never allow an extended magazine that would make it an assault nailer. Now I know more than I need to know about Rigid.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Lmfao at assault nailer them dang serial Nailers man they just so pesky 🤣🤣

[@Aepek]

Well now, didn’t mean to write a comment that takes you as long to read; as it does to watch Clint’s video….sorry gang😉 My pneumatic nailers are still my GO TO NAILERS for production work; as they are lighter, come with ext mag already, and are lighter. Did I mention they are lighter, 🤦🏼, lol. My pneumatic 7ish pound Hitachi framing nailer is niiiice like when using overhead, compared to my hitachi/metabo hpt battery framing nailers or my Milwaukee nailers. 7ish vs 9-12 pounds REALLY DOES make a difference, believe me! Do I like my cordless battery nailers, YES, as there’s a use case for them, just like my coil siding, sheathing, & fence nailers; along with roofing nailers, 15g, 18g, & 23g nailers,…,ya use the right tool for the right job, imo. Far as brands go. If able to score a pneumatic Hitachi (strip) or even Bostitch (coil), imo, they were built like tanks and still able to find parts to rebuild them. But any nailer that gets job done w/o trouble after trouble, is a good nailer regardless of the “NAME” AND “COLOR” of the tool😉 Always a joy Clint to watch your vids and get your opinions ✌🏻 {if typos or errors, sorry; even long week for me, and it’s 930 barely can keep eyes open (one of those weeks, ugh 😩)

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks for the awesome comment Aepek. Yeah bro, I'm hoping technology in the future will make these nailers lighter brother 👊

[@quercuslobata3776]

Have a Bosch platform for electric. Hitachi on pneumatic. Looking at this for siding. Beats dragging a hose around and moving a compressor. Plus the 21 degree full head nails work with my Hitachi. On another comparison, the Ridgid was almost as fast as the Milwaukee.

[@SuperVorpalbunny]

Note on warranty: Ridgid "prefers" you buy from Home Depot. I was told by HD employees that there is some agreement between HD and Ridgid regarding Lifetime warranty. Examples: I purchased from online Ridgid Dealer a dual battery card and Lifetime warranty was declined-they said only 3 years. Purchased battery from eBay from Hardware Store and Lifetime Warranty was declined-they said only 3 years. All my tools/batteries registered with Ridgid and all receipts uploaded. All reference emails saved. Kinda misleading, but worth paying the extra at HD for piece of mind. HD (I was told) replaces on the spot. Just FYI.

[@Balrok87]

Direct tools outlet sells "Blemished" which are brand new Ridgid with the LSA. Recon only get 1 year warranty.

[@ProductsForMen]

Do you still have to fill this with air? I heard the 30 degree version needs to be charged to 125 psi from time to time. Thanks for the review.

[@dewaltonlyrestistrash3934]

The reb ON THAT THING is REAL NASSSSSS LIKE 👍🏽

[@ToolReviewZone]

Haha, definitely real nass like Dewalt 👍

[@DanielGomez-cf6vk]

Just ordered this one for the LSA awesome review Clint

[@kaboom362]

Hey Brother. Great video. Are you still planning on doing that follow-up video for the 18 volt framing nailer. What's better clipped head or round head? And what kind of nails can you use with it.

[@allprideconstruction]

How is the toenail?… How is it hailing into an LVL?…

[@toddparker2924]

Waiting on the 30° nailer.

[@guydesnoyers8417]

If you face north and listen really closely you can hear me applauding the lack of a flywheel! 👏👏👏

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahahaha guy 👊🤣

[@M5tworude]

Curious about the rubber tip vs a more aggressive metal tip for toe nailing. Thanks for the video. I just ran into you a few days ago and have already watched several of your videos.

[@ToolReviewZone]

The nails are .ugh better for toenails 👊 Also, I really appreciate the comment Stephen. Hope your enjoying the content brother 👊

[@M5tworude]

@@ToolReviewZone .ugh? Looks like the rubber tip comes off?

[@patrickjohnson63]

I really can't believe TTI would make a Rigid framing nailer that out preforms their own Milwaukee line. Either one is overpriced or one is just TTI orange or TTI lime green sharing the same internals.

[@jamessizemore6180]

How much?

[@albatz1377]

The grip button shows the status light on the base of the handle

[@markjohnson8453]

Had a coworker buy it fresh temp went to -6 barely shot into two pieces of soft 2x6 plus the batteries are built nice but are good for warmer seasons

[@markjohnson8453]

Won’t recommend if you’re anywhere near Canada

[@ericmartin3396]

I just joined the Ridgid platform mainly for this item since ryobi has failed us without releasing a framing nailer.

[@Spad68]

I want one for sure .

[@tensazero]

Clint.. They need to give you more sponsorships and products to push your endorsements. I feel like buying it... But.. I'm waiting for that day DeWalt will realize what they're missing out on and move away from the flywheel... Or maybe I might just buy this... You makin da pockets ah itchin...

[@ToolReviewZone]

Lol, I'll definitely let them know brother lol. Yeah, not sure what the hell Dewalt is doing. They have been super quiet lately

[@stevepena2570]

thats affirmative couldnt agree more.

[@cjstacey121289]

Thanks for the review just bought me one.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Let me know how you like it Mac 👊

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Nice Nailer

[@jasonbretz9]

Could that switch in the handle be a sensor? Possibly to just sense your hands on the grip? Thanks for the review.... It was REAL NAAS LIKE!

[@ToolReviewZone]

That's what I thought to at first Jaso, but I even tried it without pressing it and worked the same. Made no difference bro👊

[@richey761]

Cheers Clint, from England

[@MrTHEBRITINWA]

Milwaukee rules the cordless framing

[@RidgidRon]

One year review is needed

[@lukaszelenal4278]

You NAILED it. I’m sorry I had to lol

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hahaha 👊👊🤣

[@brianhewit2110]

How about a demo of it actually nailing a 2X4 to another 2X4. Will it still sink the nails?

[@DanielRichards644]

once you tweak the depth adjuster properly it will

[@josephmalinowski6817]

What's up brother bad news I tore my meniscus in my left knee sometimes I am in so much pain but I have to stand in one position until the pain goes away if it's 5 minutes 10 minutes but I have an appointment with the doctor next week see what separate surgery I'll talk to you later.😎👊🇺🇸

[@ToolReviewZone]

Damn bro, I'm so sorry to hear that Joseph 😢. Hope you feel better soon my friend

[@arnildflowers1444]

Need this in my life.

[@josephrowley9701]

Got mine today

[@bradkjernisted8471]

Have you done a follow up review on the Ridgid framing nailer or the ryobi framing nailer?

[@tinksfawn08]

Thank you for the review! If Ryobi or Kobalt (sigh…) doesn’t get it together sooner than later, I may have to look at this.

[@tupacthrockable]

Kobalt is disappearing they changing over to Flex.

[@tinksfawn08]

Well, that’s not true, but you can believe what you want. A handful of prominent KZbinrs have spoken with the Kobalt “powers that be” and they vehemently disagree that they are going to stop that line. With the intro of the XTR line, they are adding prosumers to their Arsenal.

[@tinksfawn08]

Sorry, professionals to their Arsenal.

[@tupacthrockable]

@@tinksfawn08 Time will tell! Thanks for your input!

[@jonathancervantes2260]

You know what we need a cordless table saw .. and a cordless track saw that's what we need

[@ToolReviewZone]

Damn right Jonathan!

[@chichidouglas5078]

What's the advantage of a cordless table saw? It's a stationary tool that needs space around it.

[@binkthink3021]

​@@chichidouglas5078 Jobsites with no power source.

[@chichidouglas5078]

@binkthink3021 I've always used a generator and a gas-powered compressor. Table saws draw a lot of amps, so batteries wouldn't last very long, and if you don't have a power source, you're going to need a lot of batteries and a good car charger and even then it's still going to slow you down compared to using a generator.

[@binkthink3021]

@Chi Chi Douglas Plenty of batteries is definitely the answer. My boss's Dewalt pulls a lot of power, but I've managed all day use with 3 flex batteries.

[@jonkalm]

For home repair and project use should I grab the 21 or 30 degree ? Don’t really know the difference besides the type of bails they use

[@richey761]

Ok Clint one year has passed and waiting for the follow up 👍

[@AR-hj7sm]

Do a review on the new ridgid 6.5 inch circ saw. Thanks

[@1968rvp]

It goes by the AEG brand name here down under. I have the Milwaukee framer already but I will definitely give this one a go. To ad to my already 5k nzd AEG cordless tools I have.

[@ObliqueVisualsNz]

Did you end up getting it? I got all Aeg tools too but I'm thinking of getting the hikoki framer. Paslodes are rubbish on rimu here

[@1968rvp]

@@ObliqueVisualsNz I have got it and it smashes through Rimu

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Wonder if it's a old mold for a older nailer that had that switch for a light or something and they just got lazy and didnt remove it for this nailer hmmm interesting 🤔🤣@4:48 @ToolReviewZone

[@ToolReviewZone]

Hmmm, good question. I still don't know what's it's for bro lol

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@ToolReviewZone its a Mystery prize shock button to let you know your nailing skills are sub Par lmfao 🤣😂😆😅🙄

[@johnrisner6178]

You need to come out with big fan Ridgid 18v

[@Gtbie_]

I can’t believe that power could send that through the wood I thought that was one thing power couldn’t beat air gun

[@markgross3256]

I need to invest in battery nailer framing, 15, and 18 GA and as you may know I use all Dewalt but not sure on what nailer platform I want to invest in, I do know not Dewalt. I am actually thinking Senco.

[@fiveojoe]

I work at the beach, does it take stainless ring nails?

[@bennieschmith3397]

Well I hope it works better than milwaukee, we tried 2 milwaukee and both didn't last a week. Went back to paslode.

[@ryanwood6495]

Real naaas like I want one 😍

[@thevillain8151]

I hope ryobi comes out with a dirt cheap one lol the TTI trio

[@Benzilla2735]

Ridgid are home tools for work around the house. There not made for everyday work. My partner bought this gun and after 2 weeks something broke inside. Good luck

[@bamaboy9133]

Their pneumatic 21* framing nailer sucks. I’ve had to have it rebuilt twice in less than a year and the first time it was only used twice a month putting up a fence. The second time was used for 5 weeks framing sheds and I was using maybe 150-250 3” galvanized ring shanks and 200-300 coated sinker smooth shanks that were 3”-3-1/4” 16ds

[@subzeroninja7017]

ridgid framing nailer is good but after 3 weeks lost Pressure I already buy 2 guns and it's the same problem

[@danieldmytriw3276]

Mine won't set them all the way. 90% of time have issues. Any ideas. It's 21⁰ . 3" nails.

[@harrycee656]

I thought lifetime doesn't apply to non personal home us?

[@jeremyfreeman866]

I'll be getting the Makita to rigid battery adapter and pick this rigid tool up. I'll have to paint it blue?

[@elijahburling5897]

My rigid framer hammer is stuck out any ideas? I took mag off to beat it in an it’s still stuck