RYOBI 18V ONE+ STRING TRIMMER/EDGER FULL REVIEW

RYOBI ONE+ STRING TRIMMER/EDGER REVIEW
How to change string, and how to convert between edger/weed eater. One big battery runs about 45 minutes. Ryobi p2008 model.
Music: DJ QUADS

[@letmedream7502]

Who else was watching the dog? 🤣🤣

[@rlchick5774]

How to put your dog's eye out with debris

[@kl3nd4thu]

Came for the Ryobi review and got a dog rolling on the grass as a bonus. 😃

[@dennisarrivillaga1175]

your doggy is stealing the show! thanks for the tips

[@annesmith6111]

Looks simple to use especially for us older folks. Thank you

[@lilladokka]

I had a model older than this one that I love. My sister has difficulty with tools that are too heavy and she actually loved mine and found it easy to use kzbin.infoUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG . This is a newer model but was even lighter which she really appreciates. She enjoys it and I no longer have to go to her house to trim as she can handle it fine. Haven't used it enough to comment on the battery life but lithium batteries last longer than the old style. Being cordless makes it easy to trim the far edges of the property. The entire yard can be trimmed with one charged battery.

[@DMlloyd01]

Had to watch twice dog distracted me. Lol

[@Anguian01]

sew cffdd

[@007Julie]

I was paying attention until 2:27 when the puppy started to roll over and enjoy that awesome garden.

[@mini_worx]

At the 2:26 mark your dog thinks to himself, "I'm going for it", and 14 seconds of pure bliss follows. Crazy how something so simple as a good back scratch on the grass can make a dog so happy. We humans have forgotten the blissfulness of simplicity.

[@bowserwowser4049]

that dog was so happy!

[@richardburnett-_]

Sawed-off border/aussie, funny rollin'

[@jenjust42day1]

The dog! 😂

[@checkfoldcallraise]

Good review! I definitely switched from gas to this trimmer edger. I’ve had this ryobi going on my 3rd season with it. I found that those blade type plastic attachments don’t last very long and I mean they might get you through one cutting depending how thick the weeds are, so I stick to string. You can also save money by refilling the spools with string rather than buying new spools. It kicks butt. Now your first edging on a rough lawn will take a bit of work but once you cut out a straight line, it’s easy to maintain and keeps a professional look to your cut. Overall, no regrets. I love what ryobi has been doing over the years. I’m a first time homeowner and the interchangeable batteries for all their tools makes house projects much more efficient.

[@anibalmercado5726]

People buy things without knowing what they do and then whine when it doesn't work how they imagined. This is a single string trimmer and not a double string trimmer. It's meant for soft weed. Furthermore, the auto feed means that every time you start it, you're releasing more string. If you're one of those who are constantly starting and stopping, you're eating your spool string away. Know what you want to cut before you cut and plan adequately. I have this trimmer and a double string one with an attachment for thicker brush. Mind you, this trimmer comes with plastic shears that will cut way better than with it's 1 string.

[@liontone]

Take the feed button off under the head, and remove the weights. Now it’s great! And doesn’t kill your string!

[@jmjaxson]

Nice video....to the point and straight forward. Appreciate you adding the edger video part. This trimmer/edger holds the thicker more durable .080+ trimmer line also. Home Depot recently had a 'daily deal' on this trimmer/edger unit along with a Model# P2180 blower, 4.0 battery and charger as a combined deal for $109.00, free shipped to the door. 4.0 batteries are a must with this equipment. It was one of those deal you can't pass up. Just wiish RIDGID would offer lawn care equipment being they have a lifetime warranty that 'includes the batteries and charger' along with the tool(s) as long as you register them with RIDGID within 90 days of purchase.

[@TimeZ7]

Next time when you change the Neon thingy make sure to remove the battery so u dont get hurt :)

[@Lambhat]

Came here for the how-to... stayed for the dog.

[@keishabush2602]

Thank you for such a great video. I've never used an electric weeder before so your demo was exactly what I needed. It's easier than I thought it would be. Really glad I went with the battery-operated versus gas.

[@lbrown4114]

Don't buy it over heats I took mine back.

[@jeffjohansen3458]

Great review! Thanks. I think you've helped me make up my mind. Also, enjoyed watching the dog in the background! haha

[@kimberleyhaley3873]

thank you for the lesson from a new homeowner who just bought this tool but had no idea how to use it - the spool change and trimmer lesson were perfect. Also, your doggie is the best prop all rolling in the grass behind you. so cute!

[@yakupov91]

Came here for the switch from edger to trimmer. Too lazy to read the 5 manuals it came wit and of course it comes in edger mode. You had it in the video - Perfect! Thanks

[@a4e69636b]

Doesn't the automatic line advancement feature waste a lot of line?

[@jollyroger8164]

Nice, just bought this this morning. Combo with the blower. Waiting for the battery to charge.

[@mr.k.i.s.s7496]

I have one. I'm not that good with stringing weed whackers.....I'm not exactly patient. Now I know how easy it is, I won't get frustrated as much.

[@patreid4615]

Thanks so so much for your great no nonsense video that was clear, right to the point and showed exactly how to use this tool helpful vs the many wanna be standup comedian guys who make you suffer through their performance before you get any information. I’m 79 yo small female who loves to work hard in a large yard and after watching your video was able to go out and use this tool easily with problem at all. Love your video, my new Ryobi trimmer/edger and your canine friend.

[@punanamousme8486]

Sorry..I watched the dogs the entire vid. Did you say something? Lol

[@ericarona8599]

Can you restring your own spool or do you have to keep buying pre-strung spools from them???

[@kristinafisher358]

Thank you so much for this video! I have never used a trimmer/edger before since I’ve always lived in apartments and never needed one, so I was looking all over for a “how to” video on using the ryobi trimmer/edger and came across your video and it was super helpful! Thank you!!

[@ironcondor2499]

Does anyone know how to take the two halves of the trimmer apart so that it can fit back in the box? I need to return mine. Thanks!

[@beverlystone9951]

My experience hasn't been that good. I have not been able to complete the yard on one battery charge. Switching over to the edging feature is difficult. Finally, after only one season, the battery won't even charge. I'd give it a 1 at best.

[@WeR1bodyNChrist]

😢 I have that same problem switching from edging to trimming, it’s extremely difficult. But the battery works very good on mine.

[@Crystalshopmusic]

This is the first review video, in all of my life on youtube, that didn't completely annoy me. Thank you

[@tomaitoe]

🤣🤣🤣

[@AgelessNomad]

So basically the line cutter cuts off the trim line even if you don't need to? Because every time you start and stop it, it feeds more out. WOW What a raging pile of s***. Thats going to drain peoples wallet buying spools of trim line😂. I think ive seen the worst weed wacker ever invented now. You can really call this thing a string trimmer for sure.

[@chriscampos7217]

Thank , on my way to Home Depot.

[@merciless972]

At 2:28 is when dog is having the time of his life.

[@Theinsomniac826]

That dog...lol I bought one & I love the sound it makes when you first start using it

[@thomasrussell263]

I've owned two of these. Got the first one, used it once and said, Wow and immediately went out and got a second one. The self feed features has NEVER worked on wither of them. I have to stop every two feet and manually feed the line. Ryobi customer service is useless! Told me to buy the pre-filled replacement spools, which is what I did. At that point it was just DUH from the phone support. I'll still buy Ryobi because I lover their power tool line, but this thing is crap!

[@nyogrson1]

Same here...getting the ego edger...takes too much time changing the string

[@donnarymer5690]

Thanks, l thought l was wasting string and doing something wrong

[@ddd1hhh]

Not a big fan of it always releasing more string every time I stop because I feel like I’m going through spools too quick…??? But I guess it is nice to know that it’s only supposed to be releasing the amount that I need…

[@zleepyjan]

starts cutting at 3:28

[@zcustomcarnesi]

Good video . I have slightly more property than you and I needed to buy a total of three batteries . I bought two batteries today at home Depot $150 2 volts. I charged them up the night before and I'm good to go 💪

[@melvinjacobs2328]

I had a Ryobi trimmer, and it completely fell apart after 1 1/2 years Total garbage. No more Ryobi products for me. I went and bought a Stihl, and love it. Worth the extra money.

[@sunnyraj4564]

Just got this trimmer, but only subscribed Becuase of your happy dog. What kind is he? Need to convince the fiancé to get one!

[@jpascal23]

🤣🤣👍 he's a Brittney spaniel/corgi accident, but we like him!

[@avnipatel2401]

Cutie...cheers..loved it..we jus bought one did not know how to use...u made my dayyy...😘

[@djbille4283]

I have this device and always have trouble with the string getting jammed in between the rest of the string on the spool, or the string loosens and unravels which is a nightmare trying to fix. I purchased the edger with the metal blade and it’s like night and day. Does an incredible job!! I pretty much only use this for areas where the lawnmower won’t reach…

[@leechburglights]

Just bought this model today. Came with a battery and charger. Also included a new, more powerful leaf blower. Now have one to keep on the back porch for quick sweeping. All for $89 on sale

[@MTR602]

Ryobi makes a good battery powered mower too. For that size of yard, might save u some time. Just saying... Great video by the way.

[@lisastallingskeelor3328]

Tommy Mac I was wondering how good their mower was. Do you know if it’ll cut at augustine grass?

[@clovertx901]

@@lisastallingskeelor3328 i bought the ryobi electric mower, only used it once so far seems awesome

[@sinsagoodmansbrother]

Awesome video... Love the happy pooch is the background... Cheered me up on this dreary day on Long Island... Great review! Heading out to Home Depot now....

[@karlwashere123]

Then you failed to mention that a 5-pack of string is $30. Pretty much half the price of the tool.

[@quantumchang4410]

Instead of replacing a whole new yellow spool, which is wasteful, why not buy those cheaper unbranded trimmer lines in a large roll and wind it into the empty yellow spool and save money. I imagine you can do that, right? If not, then Ryobi has designed a trimmer that puts people into the trap of having to use their consumables all throughout the life of the trimmer.

[@jpascal23]

Quantum Chang you can absolutely respool the trimmer line with bulk string.

[@richardburnett-_]

Find pro-grade lines too: run smoother, break far less, cut easier, you'll like!

[@anibalmercado5726]

Isn't that what all companies do? Get you to re buy their products?

[@henrys3629]

I just got one today. Bye bye toy Black and Decker.

[@tomTom-lb5cu]

Thank you for the straight forward no nonsense review....appreciated

[@lorisickavish1335]

Good video but you should remove the battery before changing string. Also, pets should not be nearby and you really should wear safety glasses and long pants! Safety is important! 4 safety misses here...

[@glenncurley680]

Ryobi sucks big time! I bought a trimmer and it seized up, so they gave me a new 1 and it seized up. I have to drive so far to the repair techs and they said we get about 5 of these back a week?

[@DONALD1951]

I like single line better than double...simpler...does the job well...I have an acre..

[@maryawalker4039]

I like this video. I’m having trouble trying to remove the “head” so I can get the long grass that is wound around the center. It slows down the machine to a full stop. The instructions say “turn counter clockwise “ but I’m not getting any results. Can you help?

[@jpascal23]

oh no! I have the same issues with stuck grass and it's a pain. I'm honestly surprised you're the first comment about it. My only advice is use a sharp knife to cut off what you're able.

[@IsaiahSandy]

Just watch the dog at 2:26

[@tracyc.1005]

Okay so my stepper must be broke because it hasn't been able to rotate back from edger to trimmer for like 2 years. I'm going to take it to where I got it, Home Depot and see if they can get it to rotate back. If not in the trash it goes.

[@zzubuzz]

Had mine 2 days and used for about an hour accumulatively, it worked fine, except the string did not seem to be adjusting as it claims to do "just release trigger"..uhh, no, I had to pull the string out manually several times. Than I tried to use .095 string instead of the stock .080" as the package said "universal" and "lasts 50% longer (not the Ryobi brand).. Put that on and in 1 minute it tore off the blade which trims off excessive string length and the plastic housing which holds it on, along with the screw, that is not repairable.. Perhaps it could be rigged up with a homemade blade but that's not something I'd want to do to a brand new weed wacker. It's sad, because it worked oh so fine and the wheel on it was great for edging, why oh why Ryobi could you not make that portion of the tool out of aluminum or stee? It (blade that trims off excess string) is coming in contact with the nylon string for God's sake, what a poor design..nuf said. I do not know if the reason was using a heavier gauge string, but in my opinion, it would have probably done the same thing eventually with the .080" string.

[@jessicayanez7305]

I’m new at this and my line keeps breaking.. and it’s not letting out more line when I start it? I checked and it’s not empty yet. Even when I bring out more line manually it keeps breaking 😣

[@tonypeters3320]

I bought one last year and haven't mastered how to use it, but after watching your video it looks simply enough. I am going to replace the line it tomorrow and get some weed eating and trimming done. Thanks for sharing.

[@Brandon-to9vp]

This trimmer is bad ass, the people commenting don't know how to use a dam power tool, set the blade to the 13" it becomes a completely different trimmer!!!!!

[@jpascal23]

I'm finding out people either love it or hate it lol.

[@jacquelinemichele]

Ok stupid question but I have this one and I’m so confused how to use the edging feature. Mine like flips the wrong way.

[@kembaking]

Thank you Jake. This helped me immensely. I couldn't figure out how to take off the cap. I was distracted by the button!

[@yvonnehults5738]

I love my trimmer, light weight something I can use, went to use it and string just keeps feeding. Any suggestions?

[@KausaliaVijayaragavan]

great video. but the best part of your show and tell are YOUR PUPPIES!!!!!!

[@ghill4947]

Two in two years. One won’t flip back to trim and second will no longer turn on. So sorry I didn’t get another B&D.

[@57palmtree]

I thought this was going to be a Ryobi trimmer video. It turned out to be happy dog video.😂 Scene stealer!

[@odeliesha]

SUPER HELPFUL, thank you sir.

[@reevesization]

The video was great but the dog is the star of the show

[@robertgately]

Useful review! Please tell me what music that is at the end - love it!

[@tonypeters3320]

the music was really nice!

[@johndough6930]

Thanks Jake. Very informative. The model number is p2080 btw. Do you buy the spools already pre spooled or do you spool them yourself? If you do buy in bulk, do you have any recommendations on bulk string? Last question is that a pumpkin cannon at the end of the video. Thanks again.

[@jpascal23]

John Dough my tool has p2008 stamped on it. Not sure if that's a misprint or if they just have a few different models of edgers? As for a pumpkin cannon.... In my dreams haha!

[@jpascal23]

I have bought pre spooled string, but I'm starting to amass a collection of spools and I might start buying string this summer. So I don't have a recommendation on string. I suppose I'll start with the cheapest string I can find.

[@johndough6930]

Jake Bresson Thanks and I was wrong about the model number. Apparently the trimmer by itself is a p2008 but the set (battery, charger etc.) Is a p2080. I just bought the trimmer and three spools thanks to your video. It really helped narrow my choices. I'll let you know if I come across a slightly used pumpkin cannons. It looks like your backyard is big enough to practice in. Thanks again man.

[@halfcab81]

I hate this thing. Every time I use it the fucking line breaks about 20x. That is not an exaggeration.

[@rlchick5774]

Can you restring it of they stop making the pucks? Or they get too expensive?

[@gengpan]

I just have one today and confused tight eh string release switch logic. Does it mean I should not stop or more string will come out each time I trim grass? Isn’t it eating sting too fast in this way.

[@jpascal23]

Full throttle until you need more string!!

[@gengpan]

Jake Bresson em i see

[@lbrown4114]

When don't you talk about about how the battery over heats model #p20120 everything was good but that. I took mine back

[@18matts]

I hate auto feed

[@quinnpa1976]

You can disable the auto feed by feeding the line through one of the notches in the spool before feeding out the string hole.

[@echoserenade]

How do you get the string to come out more?!!!! Lol I can NOT figure it out. Very dur question....I know

[@jpascal23]

Lol mines auto feed every time I pull the trigger

[@echoserenade]

I'll try what I found in the comments,, removing the feed tab on the bottom.

[@liontone]

The Auto Feed function on this trimmer is pure *evil*. It continuously cuts string, and litters our property with tiny pieces of plastic. The secret is to take the spool out, and underneath it, take the grey button out and remove the metal weights. Reinstall it. Now it’s a manual feed. Still super easy, and doesn’t chew through spools of string.

[@Vertro__]

This trimmer is so garbage that automatic stringer doesn’t work

[@thechase-secondchance5077]

Sold! I want one! I have a gas powered edger and 1 gas and 2 electric trimmers. I'd love to moved toward this option to have just one tool that can do both weed whacking and edging. I have several tools on the Ryobi 18V platform so, after watching your video, this is an easy decision. Thank you!

[@JaceShoemakerGalloway]

Great tutorial - BUT - I'm focusing on the puppy!!!

[@suryavideography]

May be I don’t know how to use it. I bought it yesterday. The string finish in 2 hours

[@jonathansinrich2412]

I bought this and same one, lasted about 15-20 minutes at most, I had a 2nd battery charged and ready and same thing, lasted 15-20 minutes, and these are not old batteries... I have the WorkGT edger / trimmer, and this Ryobi didn't last nearly as long as the Worx. I have other Ryobi tools and thought I would get this to use the same battery since I have two of them, but I returned it back to Home Depot ... Good luck if you get this, but no way it had the power or battery as the Worx

[@DeWorDeR]

Hey i was thinking buying one for my small yard as that 90 degrees thing looks very clever and kinda want one, but i would like to ask how long can you do trimming with 1 battery? More than an hour or? :)

[@lcg2483]

I just bought the combo blower and trimmer/edger. Can’t wait to use it. Video sealed the deal

[@jpascal23]

Lia if you got the combo I thinking of, the blower that comes with it is great! I use mine for work and home!

[@raymocopo7340]

@@jpascal23 Perfect. That's what I want to get. Thanks Lia and Jake. Ray

[@ikeugbor9205]

my string keeps getting tangled and wrapping around the base of the head. I have disassembled it and put it back together multiple times it still does thesame stupid stuff. Anybody have this issue or just me? and if so how did you resolve it.

[@lrod3422]

My string just comes back right out 🤦🏽‍♂️😒

[@dogbreath3511]

Sorry I'm going to have to watch the video again. I was watching the dog the whole time.

[@MrGiantstride]

Does this one auto feed the string EACH time you release the trigger? It runs up the strings like crazy, unless one can hold the trigger down the whole time. Perhaps you have a solution?

[@imagines9688]

dunno what one i have but it seriously sucks, makes you hold a safety the hole time

[@sueteacc4798]

Great review video, thanks!!!

[@lenkeogh-domingo8135]

Mine isn't cutting the string which leads to it getting tangled. I can only go a few feet at a time. Should I buy a new guard with blade attachment? Or maybe I should super glue a razor the the current guard to guarantee it cuts?

[@zhucheng5744]

i got this trimmer on the last day of 2020 on sale $50, works great. however i had to watch your dog 5 times to LOL at my puppy that does the same thing.

[@omgbygollywow]

I have the one with the 4Ah battery. But will it run on the 2Ah battery, as well?

[@pattiolesen597]

thank- you for easy to follow directions- love my ryobi compared to the gas ones that i could NEVER start!

[@ti994apc]

2:30 dog exercises. You can buy head replacements cheap on ebay.

[@asifalikhan8851]

Why do we have to add the string. What purpose does the string makes ?

[@lcg2483]

the dog tho...lol

[@jayrob4283]

Thanks Man. I needed this vid right now. Just brought one (blower also) on a whim. I have a small yard and this perfect. Thanks for showing the foot pedal in use.

[@Radiioactiivoo]

Battery only last about 15/25 min thats really shitty so im going to return it back to home depot don’t waste your money its not worth buying

[@jillpittman]

You know you’re a woman of a certain age when the clean edged line makes you gasp with envy and appreciation. 😂

[@Gloriajeanne33]

God l hate this whipper.. l can't get the battery off

[@rachmchugh1984]

Thank you! I know it looks easy now after this video but I could not figure it out. First time home owner and just learning all of this

[@unaparker357]

The cute doggies.... oops I forgot this is about the Ryobi review. I think I will purchase this one. The other trimmer I purchased did not quite work for me. I believe it's operator error. But the two dogs know when it is time to cute the grass.