Ryobi USB Lithium Cordless 4V Power Cutter Review

[@bilalsyed6]

If u release the grey button and keep holding the trigger, you’ll be able to use the tool and see the battery level.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks for pointing that out. It's always felt natural to leave my thumb on the top button, so I didn't realize you could release it after it's started. That will teach me to read the manual first!

[@ITubeTooInc]

4:14 The Bosch universal shears has holes in the blades too. The both have a blue professional series Bosch GUS 12V-300 and a smaller green DIY series BOSCH XEO 3.6V.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Very interesting - I have Bosch 12V tools and didn't even know they made power cutters! Looks like it might be another one of those tools that Bosch refuses to bring to North America for some ridiculous reason.

[@quakergrits4610]

this is probably a weird question, but how clean are the cuts? i actually want to make a few things out of cardboard and not sure what cutting tool to have precise clean cuts.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I get pretty clean cuts out of it, but it's hard to keep it straighter than +/- 1/16". If you're doing an actual cardboard project, you might want to just use a steel straight edge and a box cutter or Xacto knife.

[@mytrung]

Wow such a no frills review. Really enjoyed it. USB C is exactly what im looking for, versus Worx having the charging pin.

[@FernbarkFrist]

I like the Ryobi battery much better than the Milwaukee too. The Ryobi also has a really nice grip to pull it out, but I find the Milwaukee is slick and difficult to pull out. I have this cutter, but I don't think I like it as much as you do.

[@CardboardNinja]

Question for you guys! As the Cardboard Ninja 🥷, I do a lot of Cardboard DIY Projects, the pieces that I cut need to be cut really straight, do this tool would help me for precisions cut or should I keep going with my Olfa Knife!? Thanks

[@DoresoomReviews]

I can keep a cut straight within about 1/16" with this power cutter while following a marked line. I'd think if you use a steel straight edge and knife it would be faster and more accurate though.

[@jaypee42]

I find it’s good for ripping through a lot of material fast. Then you can go back and clean things up if you need precision.

[@johnd499]

Where can I get a new blade

[@rohitbrahmbhatt6452]

Is the blade rotation clockwise or anticlockwise. I would like to know that while cutting is the blade rotates towards ourselves or going far away.? Please reply

[@DoresoomReviews]

CCW, toward the user when cutting - opposite that of a circular saw.

[@rohitbrahmbhatt6452]

Means looking towards blade mounting bolt side,it is rotating anticlockwise​,correct.@DoresoomReviews

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yes

[@fowlercarlos]

Thanks for showing and demonstrating the self-sharpening feature. The blade and guide is touching and I thought it was a defect because it makes a slight noise when the blade spins. I was going to return it for another one. After seeing your review, I would assume they're all made that way.

[@dangrimes5078]

I think that would be a pretty safe assumption 😮

[@Bryan-df7kc]

This definitely makes opening up those battery packages a breeze!

[@JustBeYouooh]

What is the lip part on the guard for? Just to protect the blade from cutting us?

[@DoresoomReviews]

As far as I can tell the guard helps protect the user from getting cut, and prevents attempts to cut materials that are too thick for the motor to handle.

[@lthegr81]

You like this over the worx?

[@DoresoomReviews]

Yes, I definitely prefer it over the Worx. They perform about the same, but I've picked up the Worx to find it has a dead battery a few times. Since that one has an integral battery, you're just out of luck and have to wait. With the Ryobi, if you've got a few other batteries or Ryobi USB Lithium tools, you can just swap a fresh one in and keep going. Plus, tools with integral batteries will eventually have them go bad, and then you're completely out of luck. With tools that have swappable batteries, you can get new ones and still have a working tool.

[@JimmyN99]

@@DoresoomReviewstks for the comparison, i actually just got a worx for 30$ on amazon while still considering about the ryobi. Gonna grab one this black friday 😊

[@Bill-y4h]

The drawback I see in this tool is the holes in the blade being so close to the cutting edge will make the blade need more frequent replacement than some solid blades will . Probably not a big issue for home use .

[@DoresoomReviews]

I think if it's worn down to the holes, you really need a new blade anyway.

[@Bill-y4h]

@@DoresoomReviews Exactly , but is it premature replacement compared to other solid blade designs ?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I don't think so. If the blade was solid, you'd need a new one by the time you wore it down that far anyway.

[@Bill-y4h]

@@DoresoomReviews You could be right .

[@wweems1953]

Works great cutting wrapping paper. As the designated gift wrapper i use this for all cutting. I already had a similar tool from harbor freight that cuts thicker cardboard better than this one does.

[@washedtoohot]

This cutter costs +/- 90 euros here in the Netherlands. Not many other cutters available from reputable brands. Worth the price you think?

[@DoresoomReviews]

It's a great tool, but I'm not sure I'd pay that much for it. I got mine for $50 USD. You could also check out the Makita and Bosch versions, both on their respective 12V platforms. They'll be higher quality - and I know Bosch has a bigger presence in Europe. Here in the US though, both of those tools are much more expensive as kit versions that come with a battery.

[@Harvz78]

Which one is better between the Ryobi and Worx?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I like the Ryobi better. They work about the same, but I've gone to use the Worx before and the battery needed to be charged. Plus since the Worx has an integral battery, if that dies you just have to toss the entire tool. With the Ryobi you can just swap a new battery in.

[@northumbriabushcraft1208]

I just found out about the 4v range today and i want them. For 12v i have Parkside and Milwaukee and for 18v i have Bosch and Makita. Id rather not invest into another 12v or 18v platform but I'm game for 4v. I break down a lot of boxes and open lots of packaging so this will be a game changer 😎

[@DoresoomReviews]

The lights, this cutter, and the fan are great. Steer clear of the screwdriver though, it's garbage!

[@johncuellar9136]

I have the worx and the skil 12v models. I would have to say the worx is better out of the two. Lock button is in a hard to reach place on the 12v, or I am just holding it wrong. Can you charge the Ryobi without taking the battery out?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No, the battery has to be removed to charge the Ryobi USB tools. Of the two I prefer the Ryobi. Battery life is great for both, but I've picked up the Worx to use it before and found it needed to be charged. I paid $40 for the Worx and $50 for the Ryobi. Well worth the extra $10 for a swappable battery!

[@joeyakabert]

How well does it do curves? I do a lot of templates out of cardboard at work and if it curves well this may be something to get

[@DoresoomReviews]

Not good at curves, sorry.

[@johnd499]

Where can I buy new blades

[@TaliaNeelis]

do you think this can cut clean lines through 1/8” masonite?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No

[@mikhailm360]

Does this cut fabrics like t-shirt?

[@joshm2243]

Can you cut fabric with this?

[@4dchessplayer516]

no its too soft and will bind around the blade

[@Sam-Icy]

can you please do a review on that ryobi screwdriver? I'm debating if I should pick one up tomorrow.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I wouldn't buy it again, and I paid $25 on sale. PROs: - It was $25 - It uses Ryobi USB - Has LED lights to see the work area CONs: - Single speed - Bulky - No clutch - After it stalls, there's too long a wait until you can drive with it again

[@MaxcoreyMusic]

Sorry if it's a dumb question, but will this go through 1/8" soft birch plywood?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I haven't tried it, but I'm pretty sure it won't cut plywood. If it did manage to somehow, it would be a terribly ugly cut - crushed edges instead of a nice clean line that a saw would make.

[@MaxcoreyMusic]

@@DoresoomReviews thank you

[@Itspronouncedoshay]

can you use it to cut 1" pvc pipe?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I mention its max opening is 1/4" in the video, so ...no.

[@Itspronouncedoshay]

Oh ok I must’ve missed that…thanks

[@Rambleon444]

Yes and also 2X4s.

[@BeefIngot]

Can this cut 1mm to 2mm acrylic?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I don't think it would work well for that.

[@ownkilla100]

Can you cut stick on vinyl floor with this?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I don't think it could handle that, but I haven't tried it myself.

[@ruck-a-tron]

That’s what I was thinking this could be good for; vinyl or linoleum floor. It might also be able to cut carpet without the carpet fibers getting all over the place.

[@runforrestrun1965]

Do they make a left hand version?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No

[@mg8720-u7j]

How does it do on really heavy cardboard?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I've cut triple walled cardboard successfully with it. The going is a little slower but it gets it done.

[@mg8720-u7j]

Been using a Milwakkee utility knife that blows away any Stanley. The Milwakee also has blade that are heavy, razor sharp and lasting. I might give the power cutter a try.@@DoresoomReviews

[@JohnDoe-gy4jn]

Just ordered one. On clearance at Home Depot.

[@direccioncuadropolis9152]

Can you cut 1/8 mdp?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I haven't tried it on that, but I doubt it would work.

[@ReallyNo.01]

Cheap it’s currently going for a hundred how much did you pay?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I paid $50 USD, and it came with one 2Ah battery. That's what HD currently has it for, but it's out of stock: www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-USB-Lithium-Power-Cutter-Kit-with-2-0-Ah-USB-Lithium-Battery-and-Charging-Cable-FVC51K/318584392

[@artyfhartie2269]

You don't have to keep pressing the top button

[@DoresoomReviews]

Thanks for pointing that out!

[@C71-m1l]

I was curious about this tool, but I am not convinced. For blister packs, I just use a box cutter or pocket knife, slide it between the layers in the mounting hole and it slides easily under the product in less time than you were able to cut with this.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Sounds like it's not for you then. I find it much safer and easier for blister packs. It beats a dull box cutter for cardboard, but a new blade makes a box cutter faster for breaking down boxes.

[@henlohenlo689]

those plastic cases to open is not a task done alot and regular pocket knife also does the job easy. so can save money using a pocket knife if that's all a person does every once in a while. but my task i want to do is removing 1000s of pages of old books to turn them into digital files using my r40 cannon scanner. despite owning this electrical device it still is quite the task though. but oh well. i guess it is doing the job. it doesn't just cut through an entire book rapidly, i gotta go small clusters of pages and rip off the base of the pages by hand then proceed through the book still quite a bit of manual labor for my hands due to need to rip off the part of the pages that are still connected to the spine or else i will gradually lose clearance as i go. i don't want to pay 100s of dollars for a spinning saw that i won't use again. so i went with this ryobi device. i guess it's working, but once i'm done though i'm done. i won't use this device that often after that. maybe the few occasions i own a new book to rip apart, or order items off of amazon, etc. i still might go for a corona hand saw in addition to this to see how well that works compared to this, but it's kind of too late for me to go buy both.

[@PaintedHorsey]

Great tip for removing the blade!

[@garyd3725]

I open and break down dozens of large boxes every day. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve sliced my hands. You can’t be quick and safe at the same time. I’m my line of work (Drapery and blinds) customers don’t appreciate blood on their newly installed product.

[@123rogersk]

Does it cut drywall material or roofing material? Who needs to cut up a box .............. come on people.

[@DoresoomReviews]

How would it be able to cut drywall? It doesn't plunge cut and is limited to 1/4" thick materials. It would do great with roofing felt, but I haven't tried it on shingles - I doubt it could cut those.

[@mg8720-u7j]

Your gonna pay over a 100.00 because you also need the charger.

[@DoresoomReviews]

No you don't need to buy a separate charger. The batteries each have a USB-C port integrated into them.

[@FreedomFinanceFun]

Lol. The packaging.

[@DoresoomReviews]

I know, right? 😂

[@toddincabo]

👍

[@shanew7361]

This thing is junk. I returned mine.

[@dangrimes5078]

Thanks for the review

[@gilmotier]

I really wanted this, but I’m gonna have to stick to box cutters and scissors because $100 for this is cuh-razy.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Where are you seeing it for $100? It's $59 at Home Depot right now. Even at Bunnings it's $89 AUD, which comes out to the same $59 USD when converted.

[@gilmotier]

@@DoresoomReviews You’re right. I was on Home Depot’s website. When I looked for it several hours ago, the only one I found (and I swear I did scroll! 😆) included a couple of extra batteries. That set is $100. I looked again, just now, and I see the one for $60. It’s still more than I’d be willing to pay for a package opener.

[@ialien2077]

Terrible design. So in order to turn it off you have to pretty much let go of the handle? Seriously, why not the button on top? And the indicator light just couldn't have been placed anywhere else? SMH

[@DoresoomReviews]

There's enough spring resistance in the trigger that you can just relax your grip and it turns off. But for sure they should have put the indicator light somewhere else.

[@d.sack2727]

I just use tin snips to open stuff

[@DoresoomReviews]

That's exactly what I used to use too - gets the job done. This type of power cutter makes the job much easier though. Definitely glad I bought mine.