The Ultimate Guide to Ryobi Tools: My Personal Picks & What to Avoid

[@SandyMasquith]

For any dremel style sander, when you place the sandpaper on the cylinder, you have to then tighten the screw on the top. This causes the rubber pad to bow out and hold the sandpaper on the cylinder.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks for sharing Sandy. I don't know if my pads or just to rigid at this point or if I'm just not getting them tight enough. I have similar issues with my ocillating spindle sander as well. I appreciate your comment and thank you for watching! :)

[@jhenderson4078]

Yeah - this.

[@fleebee3639]

I haven't had any problems with the Dremel brand drums and sleeves slipping either. I have plenty of the Dremel accessory bits so I will continue to buy Dremel. I've seen recommendations to not buy the Ryobi drill driver bits. I have difinately been through several of the phillips bits supposedly made for impact drivers. The tips do not hold up.

[@The_Handyman_Can]

Multi tools are incredibly handy, but more often for renovation or demolition work than furniture and other projects, which I call more woodwork than carpentry (if that makes sense). And perfect for removing cornice or skirting boards without damaging them. The amount of times I throw it in for the sake of it on a job, then end up being grateful I did is countless. With your Dremel style tool, you MUST tighten the screw in the end of the drum once the sanding tube’s in place. This tightening expands the rubber drum which then holds the sandpaper firm. Your plunge router didn’t really look unstable, plus you were wobbling it at a height it doesn’t get used. The lower you push it, the less flex you’ll experience. Better to actually use it before suggesting it’s no good. That was an inaccurate assumption to suggest not buying one again. Replacing it without giving it a chance was self inflicted injustice to a pretty good bit of gear 😉.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@fleebee3639 That's great information to know. Sounds like dremel is the way to go. I'm going to upgrade mine with some dremel brand to see if it improves the performance! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@louislandi938]

Excellent and honest review. Didn’t sound like a Ryobi factory rep who was pushing the entire line. I have a mix of Ryobi and Dewalt power tools. The birds don’t care which color tool made their feeder or house. LOVE your channel!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much Louis! I'm kind of the same way, I've got Ryobi, Dewalt, Makita... and of course Festool. All of them serve their purpose, and I honestly don't have too many duplicates! Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing louislandi!

[@patcross5799]

Congratulations on the 1 year anniversary. I'm not a Ryobi guy, mostly because I went with another battery platform to be consistent with the rest of the equipment on a job I was doing. You are right about the reciprocating saw I don't use it much for woodworking, but it is used a lot around the house and when I'm demoing. My oscillating saw isn't used often, but it is a life saver when I need it. Keep up the great content, and enjoy the weekend.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much Pat! You have a great weekend as well! Those darn batteries kind of define people so early in which tool they go with. When you are first starting out, you don't realize what a big decision that is! Thanks for watching! :)

[@weege5.45]

One thing to note, there are something like three different versions of the drill and impact driver. I have the brushed models and my impact only has one setting while my drill is same as yours but shorter. They make brushless drills, i think one has a hammer function, and there are both brushed and brushless impacts with the three speed setting. I've used the big three (MDR) professionally, my personal tools used to be orange. But i switched to green for battery prices because I couldn't justify $100 for a single useful 4 amp battery when my old ones would eventually fail, and they were having charge retention issues after less than a year's worth of use in demo and framing. The Ryobi days battery packs plus some unique (at the time) tools are why my cordless tools are green, now. I've used my rotary tool a lot, but I work with small screws and bolts that i use the cutoff wheel to notch or shorten. I had a cordless Dremel before i got the Ryobi one and the smaller tool end let's me get in places the Dremel couldn't. It's definitely a bench tool. I use it to sharpen some knives, machetes, and hatchets when I'm in a hurry, too. I also have the cheap soldering iron and it works ok, battery life is short with that one of you didn't use the 4 amp batteries. My trim router hasn't failed yet and my recip is still working despite my best efforts, but I hate my cordless disc sander. I'm spoiled by the 3M air sanders i use at work, though, which are light and easy on the palm compared to really any of the bulky battery sanders. I have a corded Makita square sander that I like better than the Ryobi even though it takes more time to get a better finish than a random orbital. I recently got a brushless HP 6.5" circular saw as an upgrade to the little one that came with the kit. I have a corded 7.25 but having something cordless that can cut through a cupped 2x4 in one go is nice. The blade on the left side of the tool is a plus compared to right side on the corded. Sorry for the long winded comment. There's since great input on tools i was looking to get, I'll probably be looking at Skil for most of it (router/plunge combo, miter and table saw). After your comments on the Ryobi band saw I wondered how it would stack up against since harbor freight offerings for home DIY or starter saws since i can't convince my wife to get something floor mounted in the garage. She apparently likes parking in useful shop space. 🤡

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thank you so much for sharing this well thought out comment. I enjoyed reading it and I thin you have some excellent points. Thank you so much for sharing and commenting weege. Really appreciate it!

[@wildbill23c]

Good point with the different versions of some of the tools. I think I probably have the same drill and impact you have...both of mine are brushed versions, no speed selection on the impact and a 2 speed selection on the drill...I've had hammer drills in the past, but to be honest never used them, other than by accidentally selecting the hammer function when changing clutch settings on the chuck LOL. I've had a few brands over the years as well, but I now have a few different brands and no longer will use Yellow, their battery/tool prices are totally ridiculous, as well as their lackluster performance. They work good, but can't justify their prices for home use LOL. I have very few Ryobi tools now, but since I have the batteries and charger, that'll certainly change....they do have quite a selection of One+ tools that makes it a great option for many DIYers/Homeowners. I do have a few Ridgid 18V tools as well...and some Bauer and Hercules stuff....figured if I get enough platforms I should be pretty well set for any tools that go on sale LOL. I see that Dewalt is supposedly coming out with some sort of hydraulic 1/4" impact in the 20V lineup, but no information as to how it works, and I can only imagine the ridiculous price they'll have on it.

[@andyf1235]

Duel welding the leaf blowers. That is some real man cleaning right there haha

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

haha! You got that right! Thanks for watching Andy!

[@jameskleist9176]

I am a Ryobi tool man myself So far all the the Ryobi tools you would buy again I own myself. The ones i was considering you said no to. Thank you very much!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh nice! Glad I could help. Thank you so much for watching and sharing James!

[@ehisey]

The oscilating saw is a super useful tool when you start using. I would call it my third most used ryobi when doing remodeling.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I had had tremendous success with that tool as well, until this weekend. I was demoing a deck and it started to smoke on me. Now, I was putting it through a lot, so for it's price point, it did the job, but for my next big project I'll probably need to get a more powerful tool (or not put so much pressure on it!) Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching! :)

[@Jside68]

For the rotary tool, the issue is the attachement, not the tool itself. I highly recommend the Dremel EZDrum, you can change sanding drum without the need of a screwdriver, just pull and press!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome thank you so much for sharing! I’ve only been using the attachments that come with the tool and it sounds like that is the problem. Another person has also made a similar suggestion, thanks so much for sharing!

[@GBCobber]

Or you could just screw it up tighter and expand the rubber. If the screw bottoms out, grind a bit off the shaft or add a small washer.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@GBCobber Great idea, Thanks for sharing GBCobber!

[@dcgo44r]

Or you can buy a few rubber drums and marry them with the sandpaper rings, so only one change is needed! But I like the idea of just a shaft and changing the drums only!

[@markredf150]

Seems I made all the right decisions for my Ryobi spread. I've bought all the good ones you recommend and stayed away from the others. Subbed!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Man! You have a great eye for selecting the correct ones! So nappy to have you sub! Thanks so much and welcome! :)

[@stevescott6503]

I have been using Ryobi for years, since the dark green machines and the black and yellow ni cad batteries. I still have and use a couple of those 1/2 inch drills. And they work great with the new batteries. I doubt that I am the only one still using the original tools.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome! And great to hear. I'm hoping that I have a lot more years left on many of these tools! Thanks so much for sharing and watching!

[@physchir]

You're not alone. I still use my drill ( has a bubble level!) and the 5-1/2 circular saw. They work fine with the new batteries.

[@louislandi938]

Brian, On your review, I ordered the Ryobi battery Super Charger. Came yesterday, unboxed it today and set it up in my shop. That is one sweet charger! I loaded it with 6 batteries and checked the progress throughout the day. Your review convinced me to order it. Thank you again for the honest and helpful info!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Haha! Glad you like it! I love mine. A lot of people were complaining about it only being able to charge one battery at a time, but I've never had that be an issue. Not once have I burned through all my batteries in a day. I just plug them in if they die, pick up a new one and move on. By the time I need a new one, all the batteries are fully charged. you'll really like it! :)

[@louislandi938]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork Brian, Some people would complain if it was free and came with 6 batteries! Including tax, mine was $76 and change on Amazon.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@louislandi938 I know right! :) Mine works just fine for what i need it for!

[@jimbryant2157]

I switched to Ryobi when all my DeWalt 14v NiCad batteries all died within a few months of each other (after 5 or 6 years of use) and I could not afford to stay with DeWalt (at the time each DeWalt tool purchase included a battery while Ryobi had a 'bare tool' option). I only do minor DIY and smaller furniture projects for the house, so while I really liked my DeWalt cordless tools, the Ryobi tools have been fine for me.. BTW - I completely agree with your assessment of the Ryobi table saw. I bought on and it scared the hell out of me every time I turned it on. I ended up with a Rigid R45171 and have been very pleased with it so far.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome Jim! Thank you so much for sharing. I think Ryobi is an excellent brand for the purpose you are describing and beyond. It really is a shame that all these tools are so expensive with their batteries. We need Elon Musk to buy a tool company and revolutionize the battery design and economics. Hell, he probably already owns one :) Excellent choice on the new table saw! It's a miracle that I only had one kickback event with my ryobi table saw. It still bruised me up pretty bad when it happened. Thanks for watching! :)

[@wildbill23c]

I think that was about the timeframe the 18V XRP Dewalt batteries from my kids started to die as well was around 5-6 years. I grew tired of the Dewalt pricing too and moved totally away from all their tools...Ryobi, Ridgid, Bauer, and Hercules are what I've been using lately....mostly the Ryobi as of late and I've got no complaints about them for DIY projects. My grandfather and I went halves on a Ridgid TS3612 Table Saw in 2001, great table saw, my uncle has it now....the R45171 is a nice saw too, much easier to move around than the contractor saw my grandfather and I had LOL. Nothing wrong with the Ridgid stuff.

[@NGMonocrom]

18:31 ~ Craftsman has a similar inverter tool. Large fan on high will get you right around 30 minutes as well. They're small, compact, and convenient. For your CPAP, you're going to be better off with a portable Power Station. The smallest one I know is made by Westinghouse. The Jackery line of portable Power Stations seem very popular. All are very much bigger and heavier than the Craftsman, and Ryobi inverters. But that just makes them much more capable of extended runtime for anything you plug into them.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great great points NGMonocrom. I've since gotten a solar powered/powerstation that I love and can run the cpap all night. I didn't want to spend the money initially on that thing, but with all the camping I do in the summer I ended up getting one. Great points and suggestions. Thanks so much for watching NGMonocrom!

[@wildbill23c]

I think many of the tool brands have some form of those little 18 or 20 volt inverters....even Bauer and Hercules at Harbor Freight have a version of it...although, I've often wondered about how long a battery would last in one, I guess this answered my question LOL...NOT VERY LONG. Yeah, one of those portable power stations like you mentioned would be the answer for sure, and with a solar panel to charge it during the day you'd be all set, and a great idea for someone who has medical equipment that has to keep running during a power outage as well. I've heard of Jackery and a few others being pretty good, expensive, but reliable....and for medical needs reliable would outweigh the costs I'd think....the other option would be running a noisy generator all the time LOL.

[@madbr3991]

I use the ryobi 18v stapler often. It makes assembling furniture way better.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You know that is one thing I've been thinking about getting! That is the nice thing about Ryobi is the large variety of tools they have! Thanks for watching madbr!

[@wildbill23c]

I've been thinking about getting one of those, seems like it would be very useful in a lot of cases....I've also thought about getting one of the brad nailers and possibly a finish nailer as well....right now the only options I have for those tools are all air powered, and by the time I drag the hose out, wait for the air compressor I've done got it assembled with regular nails and a hammer LOL. Having a cordless nail gun, and staple gun would be nice, especially when you are trying to hold stuff together with 1 hand and trying to use a hammer with the other LOL. Run out of hands too soon HAHA!!!

[@sneakyhippo8663]

Congrats on the 1 year anniversary!!! The 12” and Dolly clips were gold 🤣 The multi tool I use for flush cuts. Grab a deck of playing cards and use that on the surface to protect it while cutting dowels or inserts. I then sand the rest off. The palm router is great for me. I actually have to use pliers to get my bits out even when I loosen the collet. It’s crazy but it works great for me. I do understand the concern though. I do need a standard router cause the palm can only do so much. The table saw I had the same issues. I still have it as I use it for mobile rough work and flooring. I have a HF drill press but I got it for $25. It does what I need for now but the next few tools will be a band saw, new miter saw and whatever else the wife allows lol. Again a great video and glad to see you growing. Take care and God bless!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

So good to hear from you sneakyhippo! glad you liked the dolly clip and the "12 inch" clip! I find myself on tiktok and watching a lot of youtube shorts these days trying to find funny little add ins! Thanks for sharing that info! Love the idea about using the multi-tool for flush trimming! I've seen people do that, but never actually tried it myself. I bet it works awesome! Damn you got a steal on that HF drill press! :) Thanks for watching and have a great weekend! :)

[@thewhitestarsarefake]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork Do you know if the palm router issue was fixed in later models? I've also had no issues with the palm router in the 6 or so months I've had it, but I've also been pretty much exclusively using it in a small router table so that probably keeps the bit more stable. I had no idea this was a known issue until now.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@thewhitestarsarefake Yes! Great question. From everything I've heard all of the new models now have a much better collet system and there aren't any slippage issues. I would recommend the dewalt palm router though if you are in the market for a new one. That is the one I almost use exclusively and I love it!

[@josephgraham1065]

i have been using Ryobi since they were blue... Still have drill , reciprocating saw and circular saw over 20 years old and still work great.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's great to hear Joseph! Really a lot of high qaulity tools they make for the price. Love the fact you have some from their blue days! thanks so much for watchign!

[@johnny5xl]

Older review but as a new homeowner I appreciate the honest review!!! Cheers!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much Johnny! Best of luck and congratulations on the new home!

[@jonathanlillpopp2869]

I love my cordless Ryobi tools. I have used them for quite a few years. Some of them are so old they are the blue plastic, not the neon green. I have had great luck with the trim router. It has gotten a heck of a lot of use. I did get HP models for a few of the tools based on the great reviews. Love the jigsaw. Definitely a Ryobi fan after having had such a great experience with them. If I didn't go with Ryobi, I think it would have been Milwaukee.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome, thank you so much for sharing your experience jonathan. I love hearing stuff like this. Sounds like you've been using them for quite some time, so I respect your opinion! Thanks again for sharing!

[@doobiedoghousewilson]

I standardized on Ryobi for the battery platform also. I do use my saber saw and oscillating saw all the time in renovation projects - and wouldn't even try without them. I agree, though, it is a no for fine woodworking!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Haha! You sound like me. My ryobi tools take the brunt of my renovation projects. I will give them kudos for taking a beating. I've dropped both my impact driver and drill from a 2nd floor and they took the licking and kept on ticking! Thanks for watching Doobiedoghousewilson! Love the username!

[@CerebralOrigami]

The tiny sanding drums on the dremel style tool are held in place by tightening the screw on the end until it bulges the rubber against the inside of the drum.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Yes! you are exactly right. I don't know if my rubber drum isn't any good or what, but it still slips even if I tighten it down as much as it will go! Thanks so much for watching CerebralOrigami!

[@jamesshenay3426]

Awesome info video. I'm just starting to transition, sorry 😔...to battery powered tools. I've chosen the Ryobi line too for it's versatility. I have the hedge trimmer, impact driver drill, the standard drill plus numerous batteries and charger packs. Ryobi was having a deal during 4th of July...so I took advantage. Like the way you were straight to the point and matter of fact. Love the plug in shots too. I'm not in the professional wood working business, just a diy guy. I'm so far, very satisfied with my Ryobi selection of tools. I took think the 4ah batteries are better. Great 👍 job!!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much James! You sound a lot like me. I love Ryobi for their versitility of tools. It really is quite amazing what you can get these days that is battery operated on their line. I really like their yard tools. I've been collecting those over the years, and have no complaints at all. Thanks for watching and commenting! :)

[@dmo848]

U will find out they r freaking awesome every damn till I have from them. Slowly built over about 15yrs. Yeah they been around that long

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@dmo848 Awesome Dmo848, thank you so much for sharing. I've been pretty impressed with almost everything I have gotten so far. especially at the price point! Thanks so much for watching and sharing!

[@robbyrobrob1]

The appearance of the oscillating tool on the jobsite after 2009 when the Fiene patent expired has been revolutionary. There was simply no tool beforehand that would cut cleanly and quickly straight in. Every carpenter I know has two and loves it , including me.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Good to hear! I like the tool as well. Just don't use it enough. I need to grab it more when I reach for things like my flush cut saw. Thanks so much for watching Robby!

[@TheCripticWolf]

I'm running with the Ryobi line as well, can't argue with anything you said. I have that table saw too, and while it gets me by I'd love to replace it, just can't afford it right now.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You know what is funny. I saw some contractors building out some condos with the same saws. I guess it isn't that bad if they were using it! :). I didn't see their work though! Thanks for watching CripticWolf!

[@koma-k]

Have an almost identical work light to the one shown at @15:10 though it's only on/off; the killer feature for me is the ability to plug it in to mains instead of using a battery, in addition to the quite versatile options for hanging it in various places. I also have the palm router and found out the hard way about needing to really tighten that collet... Overall I'm very happy with Ryobi - I have about 12 tools, and my biggest issue is that when using my chainsaw the batteries get so hot they have to cool down for half an hour before they are able to be recharged. I did go for the One+ 18V chainsaw to avoid getting into another battery system, and except for the hot battery issue it's worked very well. Now with the recently announced 40V log splitter I'm thinking I might have gone for the 40V system if I was buying a chainsaw today... In any case I had just bought a cheap mains powered hydraulic splitter when I saw that announcement, so I dodged that (expensive) bullet 😅

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Man oh man! I had no idea they were going to come out with a splitter. I haven't had an issue with the batteries overheating myself, but I have heard other people having that problem. I have the 40V batteries as well. They seem to work fairly well although I have had to replace a couple over the years. I've gone to buying knockoffs online vs, the real ryobi brand as I can't justify spending over $100 for a battery. I've got a cheap hydrolic splitter too, it does the job for what I need it too, but it can't get through those really thick logs, for that, its back to the axe! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching Koma-K!

[@reneeforde7033]

Your videos r humorous had me laughing and very informative at the same time

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much Renee! Really appreciate it!

[@Joey.Darkwoods-Studio]

Great video and nice run down of all tools. In all honesty, I'm no pro and mostly a week-end hobbyist when it comes to woodworking. But I find the whole "battery platform" to be another way for compagnies to make people brand loyal. I own Dewalt, Porter Cable, Ryobi router, Ridgid and other brands and I get the tool I need when the price is right. All my tools are either corded or battery and when I buy most battery tools, they often came with 2 and sometimes 3 batteries, like my Porter Cable drill and impact driver. So having a few batteries for each tool, never limited me to one brand.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I think this is a great idea Joey! Have a just a battery or two of each brand really opens up your possibilities with tools. Thanks for sharing and watching!

[@keithosterkamp6207]

I still have a great number of the original blue Ryobi tools. I bought more than 20 years ago. I would love to add the Palm router, the band saw, and their battery powered 3 gal vacuum to my collection. I have several of their corded tools as well and have been using them for a number of years without any problems. If I need batteries, I wait until Thanksgiving or Christmas time when they have them on sale and offer a free tool to go with them The 18 V fans are a very nice addition for camping or just sitting in the backyard on the porch

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

What a great idea Keith. I need some more batteries myself for not only Ryobi but also some other brands. I'm obviously a Ryobi fan myself as well. Very few tools of theirs have let me down. Not to mention most of my yard tools are made by Ryobi and those are excellent in my opinion. Some of them now are running off the smaller batteries too which is an added bonus for me. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and watching!

[@anthonygarbers4955]

Once you start using the multitool it becomes one of the best tools in your arsenal. It replaces the sawzall in so many applications. More accurate and easier to use. Give it another chance.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You know you aren't the only one who has said that. I think I need to give it a little more respect and see where i can work it into my woodworking. One way might be as a flush trim saw. I could see it could probably do an excellent job with that!

[@bobt2522]

I enjoyed the video. I appreciate you sharing your experiences. I bought my first Ryobi kit when the tools were blue and the batteries were Ni-Cad. I am a light duty user and they work fine for me. Ryobi has released improved versions of some tools but i can't justify upgrading. These include the drill/driver, the circular saw, the reciprocating saw, the 6-port charger, and the 40 volt chainsaw. I have the earlier 6-port charger. It works well and i dont have a problem with it charging the batteries one at a time. My 40 volt chainsaw is a nice pruning saw but it cannot use the larger batteries. The new chainsaw can accept larger batteries.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much for sharing Bob! I actually love my chainsaw. I've cut down multiple trees with it in my yard. Does the job just fine. May take a battery or two but it gets the job done. That's awesome to hear you are still rocking out with the old blue batteries. If it ain't broke, no need to fix it! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences!

[@wpierce34004ever]

My blue Ryobi recip saw still works great, and some of the pruning blades that are out now are simply amazing for yardwork. My original 6-port charger died but the replacement (what Bryan showed) has been going strong for years. My only real disappointment with their tools has been the small (5-1/2 I think) circular saw, no torque no matter what battery I use. I have their palm sander and their trim router, no issues with either.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@wpierce34004ever sounds like we have almost the exact same opinions on these tools. When I recently demolished a deck in my backyard, even the 7.25 circular saw had a hard time keeping up. Its a tough one. I think having a corded circular saw is still a necessary for larger projects like I had. THank you so much for sharing. Always appreciated!

[@kenerickson4923]

I have both Ryobi and the red version from TTI. I prefer the red, but my Ryobi 5" sander probably is my most used tool.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh my goodness, my ryobi 5'' sander has a special place in my heart too. It's probably single handedly the tool that has the most use in my shop since i started woodworking! AND I FORGOT TO ADD THAT TO THE VIDEO! :) Thank you for reminding me about that sander, can't believe I forgot to add it!

[@kenerickson4923]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork The sander was my first Ryobi tool. I was moving and most tools were already packed away. My realtor commissioned me to build him a desk, so I bought the sander, battery, and charger. It is smooth during operation. Unfortunately, it died after 5 years, so I bought a new one. I bought the Ryobi belt sander since my 30-year-old corded PC belt sander dust collection was marginal. The Ryobi belt sander sucks down the battery quickly. However, I can have 2 different belt grits installed a just shift sanders.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@kenerickson4923 Great to know about that belt sander by Ryobi, I've seen that at Home Depot and always wondered about that one. Did you think the power on the ryobi cordless sander was any good. I've heard mixed reviews on those. I've always had corded sanders and I've kind of avoided the cordless ones, but in theory they would be excellent to not have a cord dangling around. However I guess I usually have my shop vac attached anyway, so I guess it doesn't matter that much!

[@kenerickson4923]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork the Ryobi belt sander works OK but it is a battery hog. My Ryobi 5 inch RAS sander died in the middle of a project yesterday and I had to buy a new one to finish. It was only 1.5 years old. Hope their warranty holds up and makes me whole.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@kenerickson4923 Oh man, that stinks! I hope they get you whole as well!

[@KT-1]

The 40v post hole auger is awesome

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh nice! Thanks for sharing. That would be excellent for putting up some fences. Thanks for watching!

[@gil10601]

Like your reviews thankyou. On my Ryobi dremal tool one of the small rubbery arbors has a screw hole in the top and a small washer with a screw that goes in that hole as you screw it in the rubber expands a little and grips the inside of the sanding drum . Holds quite firmly in fact they are hard to get off but they do work very well . I use the tool often .

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much for sharing! I've tried to tighten down that little screw a few times, but still had slipping problems. I wonder if mine just got too dry or something and doesn't flex out enough. Thanks so much for sharing and watching!

[@steelsunpi]

I'm also in the Ryobi ecosystem. My main problem with the Ryobi palm router is it gets very hot in short usage.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Mine does too! Thanks for sharing and I'm with you on this ryobi ecosystem! :)

[@deltonbray8880]

I use Ryobi tools a lot in my shop. There is 2 points I need to bring to your attention. One is as far as the little drum sandpaper for the rotary tool, there should be a screw at the end of the ,bit to tighten to secure the sanding drum to eliminate the slippage. The second is that your not utilizing your multi tool to its full potential. There should have been a triangle attachment for sandpaper that came with it. This makes sanding in corners a breeze. I have around 30 Ryobi tools including a radio and I would purchase each one again. I to have the palm router. It's never done that to me. Check your collet on it and make sure it's not worn. You may need to just replace it.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great points Deltonbray, I actually do still have the attachments to convert that multi-tool to a sander, but I also have a triangular oscillating sander as well, so I've actually never broke the multi-tool out for that. On the rotary tool, I've tried tightening it down, before but still encountered similar issues. I actually have a similar problem occasionally with my rigid oscillating spindle sander as well. Thanks for sharing your experience, good stuff, and thanks for watching!

[@deltonbray8880]

You might try a strip of duck tape on the spindle it might work I never tried it. I have a Winn oscillating spindle sander and have experienced the same issue. I finally just put a little less pressure on it and took my time. It worked fairly well.

[@tay13666]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork I'm with deltonbray8880 try replacing your collet on that router. Should be cheap enough to be worth the experiment. It can make a world of difference. And if you are unfamiliar with what a collet is, it's the little metal piece with the tapered tip that actually grips the bits. The nut tightens down on that tapered tip and forces it closed, if it is worn or defective it won't grip the bits and hold them in place.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@tay13666 Thanks so much tay13666! Great idea on changing out the collet. Unfortunately, I've already moved on from that router, and now use the dewalt corded palm router almost exclusively (I really like the micro-adjustability on it, by just twisting the little ring) . I love that thing. It can handle both the 1/4'' shank bits as well as the 1/2'' shank bits. But great idea on switching out the collet!

[@ModelLights]

I agree on the drill/driver. 3 or 4 years back I got the deal from Home Depot, got the drill and driver and another drill for backup with a 2nd fast charger and 3rd battery. Very straight forward but they're all working fine instead of having the little issues that so many cheap drills end up having. Just medium home use, but no issues and I expect they'll last 3 or 4 more, and probably longer with only swapping out the battery cells.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Good to hear you have had success with the drill and driver as well. They really are my main drill and driver set, when I'm doing anything household related or work related. I tend to go with my festools when I'm doing "woodworking" but I'm not sure if that is because the work better, or if it is just because I bought them for that, and I feel obligated to use them for that purpose. Thanks again for the comment and thanks for watching! :)

[@williammaxwell1919]

When I purchased tools to renervate house, I chose cordered Bosch, a big mistake as within 3 years most failed, so I chose the Ryobi battery platform to replace them. I haven't regretted this decission as these tools are fit for purpose

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much for sharing that william. I love hearing people's real life experience with these tools. Really appreciate it!

[@scottmaclean1455]

love most of my cordless ryobi tools, one thing love they have so many other none woodworking tools that run off same battery system like grease gun, brad nailler, whipper snipper, pressure washer, water pump, workshop blower, power inverter etc. the problem with your ryobi dremel tool is you when put sand paper on there is screw on front you tighen it down to expands the rubber out to hold the paper, back the screw off again to change out sand paper.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I agree with you on the selection of tools that ryobi has, it's great, from shop projects to yard work they have you covered. Great suggestion on the dremmel. I've tried really tightening up that screw in the past, but still had the same problem. I'm wondering if since I had this thing stored in a non climate controlled area if the rubber on it just got damaged and that is the reason it is not fattneing up and tightening the sandpaper on it. Excellent suggestion though!

[@Dragonited]

Ryobi now have a power station that can fit several of the 40V batteries and give power for a long time. It's rather expensive though most portable batteri power stations are.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome, thanks for sharing! Seems like everything related to the battery infrastructure is expensive! Kind of feels like the razor industry. They rope you in with a cheap starter pack and then charge you an arm and a leg for razors! Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing Dragonited!

[@michaeldequatro1012]

Great video. I was always interested in the Ryobi brand. I like how you can use the same battery in most of the tools. Only thing is, It will be hard for me to steer away from my Dewalt tools.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh I hear you! I actually wish I would have started out with dewalt. Ryobi is nice because they have more selection of tools I think, but dewalt is just a little higher quality, I think you made a great choice going with dewalt! Thanks for watching Micheldequatro!

[@ericrickert3045]

I never had an issue with my Ryobi palm router, but I also have a Kobalt one that I use most of the time

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Good to know Ericricker! I think it sounds like ryobi might have updated their collet system. At least that is what some other people were saying. Mine doesn't have the traditional collet that most routers have. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@user-bf9nv7ld7q]

congrats! I use my multi tool for plunge cuts, getting nails and such out of wood, and sanding.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You know what when you were just saying you use your multi-tool for plunge cuts, it just made me thing it would be a great started to get a jigsaw into interior cuts without having to plunge the jigsaw or drill a hole. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@1970gregg]

I have several ryobi tools and not too many complaints ( the leaf blower sucks). My favorite and most used is the hybrid floodlight.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome to hear, thanks for sharing 1970 Gregg. It's funny that you don't like the leaf blower. That is one of my favorites, but I guess I haven't had too much to compare it to. Thanks for watching!

[@1970gregg]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork maybe I should have specified it’s an 18v blower. I also have Milwaukee m18 blower which is excellent. My neighbor has the 40v ryobi which is pretty impressive and quiet

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@1970gregg Oh! That makes more sense. Thank you for sharing that as I have been intrigued with the m18 blowers. I'll probably stay away from them then! Thanks so much!

[@gigaphonicon]

I have several dremel and rotary tools from different brands and the sanding barrels are always the worst part. If you get into carving the rotary tools are great. The other thing with rotary tools is they are useful for tons of other projects other than wood working i just used mine with carbide bits for cutting the tiles while redoing my shower for around spout, diverted and handles.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing. You know I'd love to get into carving, I've been actually thinking about practicing on shaping a chair "butt-rest"... not sure what you call that (seat). I have a little handheld battery operated tool that actually uses bits to sand and shape, that I think I would use if I had to do that Christmas project again. Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@wildbill23c]

Great video....the experience of actually using the tools for a while makes for a much better review and whether it would be a buy or not buy recommendation. So many reviewers get all their tools for free, they do a review on it, and of course its brand new and they got it free so they of course like it.....but the reality is there's so many tools out there so there are tons of options and I wouldn't recommend buying a tool that's recommended by a youtube reviewer that's never used the tool other than that one video...reviews are a nice idea, but unless you've used the tool for say a year or longer, its not something I'd really use as a guide whether to buy it or not based on a reviewer's recommendation...as oftentimes that is all their channel is based on, they never show the tools in use other than a few examples on their review video...if you are are lucky, some never even turn the tool on they just blab about it and read the specs off the box. Ryobi makes some good stuff, and many people don't realize that there are some other companies that are all conglomerates of each other...Ryobi is owned by TTI, who also makes Milwaukee, and Ridgid cordless tools, and the Hart brand tools found at Walmart. Nothing wrong with it, just saying, that there are sometimes different brands made by the same company, and Hart/Ryobi would be considered the entry level/beginner tools for many, and people usually over time will upgrade as they gain skills and realize those entry level tools aren't keeping up with their skill level LOL. The first Ryobi tool I ever owned was a Ryobi 9.6V Drill/Drive kit....back then they were blue. When I was installing garage doors we used the Ryobi 18V tools in the door shop...they were beat on every day and never skipped a beat, we just had about a dozen chargers and several dozen batteries to keep us going all day LOL....back when those NICAD batteries were popular and had pretty short lifespans and didn't hold a charge long...oh and took forever to charge LOL. I have a couple of Ryobi tools now, just the basic Drill/Driver and the 1/4" impact driver....they work fine for around the house. The Ryobi benchtop bandsaw would be nice for the small projects, but I'd still want a free standing 14-17 inch bandsaw that is capable of re-sawing as well. I've never used a Ryobi table saw, but if its anything like the old Chicago Electric one that Harbor Freight used to sell, they look like an accident waiting to happen LOL. I have a Grizzly G0771 10" Hybrid table saw, and I have the Skil SPT99-11 worm drive 10" portable table saw....man does that thing have the power....and the mobile stand is excellent....expensive, but built better than most portable saws out there I think.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thank you so much for sharing all this wildbill! Boy, you've had a lot of experience with ryobi and other tools. Gerat information and I really appreciate you sharing all this. Thanks so much for watching!

[@shakeyjake9813]

For the reciprocal saw I drive a roll off truck and carry one everywhere. It is my go to tool to cut boards, rebar, roofing, flooring or anything else sticking out tge side of the dumpster. Even ride with charger to keep battery fresh.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome shakeyjake! It's such a versatile tool, and sounds like you are using it as it was meant to be used. Thanks for sharing, love hearing peoples experience with different types of tools!

[@MLFranklin]

I went with the DeWalt 20v lithium battery infrastructure. I was seriously considering Milwaukee, because I loved my Sawzall and sander, but Milwaukee let me down when their angle grinder had a premature gear failure. I've been very happy with my little DeWalt family of cordless tools.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That’s great to hear Matthew! Dewalt seems to be such a quality tool brand for the price. I’ve never been disappointed by anything I’ve purchased so far from them, however I’m sure they have some tools that aren’t perfect. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@rogertyler3237]

I Havent Had A Bit Of Trouble With Either My 18 Volt Or 4 Volt Rotary Tool. I Think Some People Don't Know How To Use Powertools.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Well, I've heard from a lot of people that the rubber doesn't spring out enough for them as well. Even when I tighten it as hard as i can get it the drum still seems to slip. I have heard however if I get a nicer set of accessores it might solve all the problems. But yes I agree with you, not everyone knows how to use powertools. And I might be one of them!

[@jeffleake1960]

After my impact driver the oscillating multi tool is my most used tool its in near constant use , if not by me someone else has borrowed it

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I hear you. It’s a toss up for me on the impact driver or sander. I 100% agree with the brushless comment. If you can that’s the way to go! Thanks so much for commenting and watching!

[@IceXiao]

Good review, I'm actually quite loving my table saw ;)

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh good! I'm glad it's working out for you! Thanks so much for watching IceXiao!

[@warrensmith2902]

Yeah, avoid the table saws. I got my first blue Roybi tools as a Christmas present from my wife. The palm router is good, just make sure you have the right collet insert. There is a 6mm and a 1/4" . Using the 6mm will not hold 1/4" bits and they will fly out.. If you have doubts, there are OEM replacements. I have the Ryobi Job Max version of the multi tool with many different heads. Its great. The nailers are great, I have the original 18g and a 23g nailer I use all the time. I still have several of the original blue version tools as well that work great. My hand drill and first 5.25" circular saw have long been replaced with newer green versions. The drill press was great after I replaced the drive belt with a link belt, and the ban saw is fantastic as well, even after having to replace the rubber tires. . Even bought a blue re manufactured impact driver that is still going strong. Mind you, I have Makita, Festool, HF, and Ridgid power tools as well, and you'll have to pry my Bosch 12v screw /drill driver from my cold dead hands.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Haha! I love this, I sure hope we don't have to pry that Bosch out of your hands any time soon! :) Sounds like you have a lot of history with Ryobi seeing as you got in when they were still blue. Thank you so much for sharing this. Love hearing about peoples experience with these tools who have been working with them for a long time! Thanks again!

[@warrensmith2902]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork Believe it or not. The entry level $30 Harbor Freight palm router is a real work horse of a router, still my go to for small jobs in the shop. One speed, never lets me down. Years ago I purchased a Porter Cable 890 router set, never been sorry. Even have an adapter plate so it fits on my Festool LR32 sled for cutting groves/dados, and 5mm plunge holes.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@warrensmith2902 Oh nice! Thank you so much for sharing. That's an excellent deal for that router. I almost went to HF today. Was thinking about checking out some of their latest tools. Been long time since I've been there!

[@darrellgarlough7140]

Just found your channel. I was very interested because i have vastly bought into the Ryobi platform. I wouldn't have bought a few if the different tools you did like the drill press and table saw, but the one i am commenting on is the miter saw. You replaced it with a default, not a good choice. I will tell you i hate default and would never buy anything, because they are just high priced B&D in a yellow case, so when you said you replaced i was hoping you would have went with a quality tool like a Makita or a Bosch, heck even a Matabo would have been better than what you have. Sorry, but not sorry. I dont like replacing tools due to poor quality which us why i have a diverse and older mix of tools. I agree with you on the lights, they are the best. The buffer might be user error as i have used them and some are harder to handle. Looking forward to seeing your channel more

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks Darrell I appreciate you sharing that. I actually really like the DeWalt Table saw , I still have it and use it regularly. Right now I try and keep a dado stack in it so I don't have to switch out my other saw. I would have loved to buy the Bosch Table saw as my second saw. That was actually the one I looked at the most! What was really a game changer for me was upgrading to a cabinet table saw, but I had to start somewhere. Thanks again for watching!

[@a9ball1]

I have almost 2 dozen Ryobi tools and most of them I would buy again. The worst one i have is the 18v portable planer. It either takes off too much or nothing. I really like the little Bluetooth speaker because it has a fairly long range. My favorite is the misting fans. I have 2 and use them on 5 gallon buckets. Ive been using Ryobi since 2008. Not for big power tools though. Like a table saw and etc. I use the DeWalt 7491 because of the dado ability.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Excellent point on the table saw, that was another reason why I outgrew that table saw so quickly. No dado for the Ryobi unfortunately. Went straight to dewalt to get the dado capacity! I think that is a pretty smart approach to stick to the hand tools with Ryobi. And OMG, I had no idea they had a misting fan. Guess I need to get another Ryobi Tool. Its hot as F@#K in my barn right now! :)

[@a9ball1]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork , the misting fan is awesome. Takes a 18v battery and you can even hook it up to a garden hose. Love it.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@a9ball1 you've sold me on it! :) I'm getting one

[@flyingdiscproductions]

The earlier blue Ryobi table saw was very precise.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh good to hear. It sounds like ryobi had a higher quality product before they went green. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@desertzombie]

I did purchase the next inverter in the line. It lasted half the night with a 4ah battery.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh nice! thanks for sharing and thanks for watching Desertzombie!

[@Dragonited]

Great guide to Ryobi tools. For the money they are really good. Just some tip on your video quality especially on the close up intro. You should adjust the exposure settings a bit. It's way bright and shiny parts of your face looks white. When it comes to the wide angle shoots try to avoid having any direct lights in the frame since it will mess with the auto exposure settings and make the rest of the image look flat.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thank you thank you thank you! I love getting suggestions like this. I know nothing about photography, so I really appreciate it. Those are all excellent points and things I've noticed as well. The intros are always a struggle because of the green screen. Still trying to figure that out. You have to have the green screen light enough so that there are no shadows, but as a result I always wash out my face. Excellent point on trying to avoid direct lighting in my shots, I will try and do that on the next video. I'm filming on my iphone at the moment, but hopefully will be able to get a real camera sometime in the future. This is all very new to me still so really appreciate your suggestions!

[@sevenismy]

I used the power inverter to run cheap LED flood lights, it is actually cheaper to buy a 10W LED flood light plus the inverter then a dedicated Ryobi light. But it has less runtime then a dedicated Ryobi light. I also use the inverter with a small heat blanket. Or combine it with a powerful laptop charger.

[@markrouse9204]

Loved your video yes buddy about thst screw on top of sanding dice all brands are like that. Same as tighting a boat plug in And on your inverter they have one now that will take up to 8 batteries but only needs one. To run it. They also have 40 volt system as well

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome! Very cool that they have an 8 battery inverter! I would have loved to have had that. I've since got a solar powered power station that seems to do the trick! Thanks so much for watching and sharing Mark!

[@mrhalfstep]

I recommend that you make a few wraps of a good vinyl electrical tape around your rubber barrel sanding attachment. If you can get the arbor to expand enough, I'm sure the sanding barrel won't slip. You have an "attachment" problem in this case, not a "tool" problem. Try using the "tool" for the 3 or 4 dozen other tasks that it's meant for and I think you'll find that it is irreplaceable, generally, although maybe not in a woodworking shop. This was a great video, BTW. I liked the theme of it a lot and want to thank you for making the content.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You are too kind mrhalfstep! I love the idea of the electrical tape around the rubber barrel. I will try that next time I use that dremmel. Thanks so much for your comments and really appreciate you watching!

[@anthonygarbers4955]

The 40V system is great!!! Leaf blower. Chain saw!!! Lawn edging tools. The snow blower! I even use the crap outta the 4-blade tiller.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I'm going to agree with you on this one Anthony! Almost all of my outdoor tools are the 40V system. The only problems I've had with those tools is the batteries themselves going out. But that is probably because I was storing them in an unclimate controlled area. That has been resolved now though. Thanks so much for commenting and watching!

[@onlywenilaugh6589]

better off having multiple single chargers so they all charge at the same time imo. usually get one with most deals anyway. Unless I guess you only need to charge one at a time. Worst part of my Ryobi recip saw is that you can't adjust the guard to shorten the blade depth.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Interesting, I never thought about having multiple single chargers, I guess I just didn't want to have that many cords and give up that much real estate for chargers. Great point though. Also great point on the reciprocating saw, I guess I didn't realized that other reciprocating saws had guards that allowed you to shorten the blade depth. That would come in handy I guess! Less chance to cut to deep and make a mistake! Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@georgequalls5043]

I use the same battery structure and have stuck with it. If I was starting out fresh, I would probably step up to Milwaukee tool or Makita. But Ryobi seems to be good enough for what I do.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

100% agree with you georgequalls! I'm the same way. Not disappointed, but wish I would have put more thought into it in the beginning! Thanks for watching!

[@legallyfree2955]

Your legally allowed to own more than 1 battery platform, I'm on 3 myself, mostly Makita (10 batteries) but I also have a 3 Ryobi and 3 Milwaukee batteries (although I could use a couple more Milwaukee batteries I have quite a few of their tools now and I do run out from time to time), and when I am choosing a new tool I choose my platform based on how good the reviews for the tool are, how often I think I will use it, what my budget is etc.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@legallyfree2955 I always wondered if it was legal to own more than one battery system! :) I used the hell out of my ryobi tools this weekend when demolishing our back deck that was rotting out. I was horribly disappointed with my ryobi tools that I used. Specifically the circular saw and the reciprocating saw. I actually burned up my reciprocating saw and smoke started coming out of it. the circular saw couldn't cut all the way through the rips I was doing. I even told my wife, I think I need to move over to another system, which I'm going to next time I buy a tool. Believe it or not the real champ in the demolition was a brand called "task force" It was a corded circular saw and it got me about 90% of the way through the demolition until it too burnt out on me! But it was a champ until it died.

[@ptmmatssc13]

Never had an issue with the palm router. Never had a bit just come out and have hundreds of hours on it. Mine does look different though , so may be a different model.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Yep! I think that is the case. I have an older model that has a different collet system i think. I believe they have updated it since then. Thanks for sharing and watching ptmmatssc!

[@baddog4347]

I use the ryobi line for things like fans, lights and I did get their 18 gauge nailer which I think is great I started with craftsman but have since switched to the other red tools. I’ve learned the motto buy once cry once is definitely true 🤦‍♂️

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Love that saying. Wish I would have thought through my choices better in the beginning. Love Milwaukee. Really all of these brands are making quality tools at this point for the most part. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching baddog! (you need to add another g to the end of your username! :)

[@baddog4347]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork I think ryobi is a good brand to make sure you like making, it just dawned on me that they both end in dog/dogg 😂😂

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@baddog4347 Haha! :)

[@legallyfree2955]

Same here, most of my "real" cordless tools are Milwaukee or Makita, but I have a few Ryobi flood lights, a spotlight, their inflater, palm sander, hot glue gun, flexible shaft rotary tool and 2 of their cordless nail guns.

[@harveywallbanger3726]

My brother in-law is a Carpenter by trade and he uses all Ryobi tools just to prove a point that Cheep tools don't make you a bad Carpenter. His collection of Ryobi battery tools and cored power tool is vast and only his main battery drill bearings are finally giving out. Sure none of them are going to win on speed or power performance but he hasn't had any total breakdown or break apart tools in his 17 years of Ryobi Tool chouse for his work van Bestline punch line he has, none of them asked to borrow his tools on the job site. 👍

[@harveywallbanger3726]

I'm a Carpenter by trade also but I mainly own DeWalt but also have Black & Decker industrial, Skill, Milwaukee, Bosch,Ridgid, Hilti, Paslode,and Makita and my main hand tools are Stanley, Diablo, Irwin, DeWalt and Ridgid with Eastwing hammers. I Know What Power tools work the best and fastest for the job at hand and last a long time. 👍 Carpentry: DeWalt, Bosch, Makita, Milwaukee Plumbing: Milwaukee Ridgid, DeWalt, Makita Electrical, Milwaukee, Ridgid and DeWalt, Makita Sorry No green or Ryobi old Blue power tools,saw blades,bits or hand tools on my work van or shop I could never get used to the green and over all long term under performance of Ryobi tool over the whole spectrum of the tool line. I did buy one time the Ryobi Black drill bit set and was not impressed at the longevity of the bits. I only buy DeWalt Milwaukee, Makita or Irwin bits. After all you stated another chouse above a Ryobi product would be a WENN product LoL WENN The Long standing power and Hand tool company that produces power tool that are notorious to be in low in power, quality and performance products at the cheapest price posable WENN TOOLS Never had a top of the line anything in it's Company's history. And yes my brother in-law gets bested at any Ryobi Tool he has that the other Carpenters have in any other tool line on the job site. But he likes the large choice of battery powered tools in the Ryobi tool line and the batteries and tools are cheeper then any other tool line,Well, except Harbor Freight or WENN?

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

I love this, thank you so much for sharing harvey wallbanger. Excellent points, and sounds like your brother-in-law has made some great choices. Thank you so much for sharin gand thanks for watching! :)

[@JoeTheDIY]

The Ryobi Compound Miter saw is pretty awesome. I was surprised how great the shadow line works, and the power.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great to hear Joe! Thanks for sharing. I wish I would have gotten that one off the bat, but it was one of my first woodworking tools I ever purchased, so I was pretty price conscience at that point. Thanks so much for watching!

[@JoeTheDIY]

@FlynndoggWoodwork I completely understand. I was replacing a 20+ year old Delta when I upgraded. It was a chunk of money for sure, but I'm glad I stayed green. I'm always on the lookout for channels like yours, they inspired me to start my own, so great job!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@JoeTheDIY That's awesome, Go for it Joe! It's a lot of fun, but also a lot of work. As soon as you upload a video, it's time for the next one! :) Thanks so much for watching!

[@thebloxxer22]

On that 18V Power Supply - Ryobi has larger power supplies now, like the 18V/40V Power Stations.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh good to know thebloxxer! Thanks for sharing and watching!

[@ekd1985]

The new palm router has a standard collet with multiple slits instead of the one. Haven’t had any issues with keeping bits in.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's great to know ekd1985! Thanks for sharing. That's exactly what needed to be changed on that router!

[@dragonfalcon8474]

Great video Flynn. Question, what are your thoughts on the new One+ HP Brushless tools? They are pricey, and it just seems like other brands have better performance for the price. I am trying to describe if I should get into Ryobi. Some people thing the new Ryobi stuff are overpriced and underperform, especially the batteries. What do you think?

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great question. If I were to do it all over again, I would probably get into a brand like dewalt. I've been really impressed with their tools since I bought ryobi. The one thing that Ryobi does have going for it is the number of tools they offer with their infrastruction. There is just about any tool you can think of and then some. Probably a little wider variety than any other I've seen.

[@Gazman299]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork I went with DeWalt and couldn't be happier. I used them at work( retired now), so I have complete confidence in them. I bought that DeWalt saw like the one in your shop. The 749 and it's great. The fence is awesome. There is one tool from DeWalt that I have that is awful. The little 4 1/2" blade circular saw. Ugh. (DEWALT ATOMIC 20V MAX* Circular Saw, 4-1/2-Inch, Tool Only (DCS571B) Had good reviews too. Maybe I'll try a better blade before I give it away. Great video as usual, Flynndog. Thank you. Up to 24k now. Congrats!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@Gazman299 Thank you so much for sharing this Gazman! Totally agree. If I had to do it all over again. DeWalt would be the brand I'd go with. I've really been impressed with every tool I've gotten from them. I still can't believe I'm at 24K. amazing. Thanks so much for sharing really appreciate it Gazman! :)

[@fredmercury1314]

08:35 I have a DeWalt brushless, battery drill and I have no idea why I would need an impact driver. The drill is brutally powerful.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Well, I felt exactly the same way until I got an impact driver. It's one of those things, that I didn't realize what I was missing until I got one! Thanks for watching Fred!

[@ronallman6055]

Good reviews. I liked your concise, thought provoking opinions and recommendations. I'm on the DeWalt platform for the same battery reasons. Like your videos. 👍

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much ronallman! I've got 1 dewalt battery operated tool, and I love it. Problem is, I've lost my dewalt charger! Probably need to just bite the bullet and buy another battery/charger combo! Thanks so much for your compliments and thanks for watching!

[@mykolashatkovskyi576]

There are two Ultimate Repaire-Everything (URE) tools - Electric Tape and WD-40. If smth has to move, but doesn't - use WD-40. If smth moves, but doesn't have to - use Electric Tape. So, for your "dremel" sander: wrap your dremel with 1-2 layeres of Electric Tape before puting on sanding "cap". So when you'll be tightening "dremel", the elasticity of the Electric Tape will allow it.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

LOVE This! I've never heard of that before! That is amazing saying and now I'm going to use it! Thank you so much for sharing, really appreciate it.

[@StevensonCemetery]

Thanks. And I was getting ready to buy a drill press to. I have a smaller circular saw and the only thing it would be good for is maybe cutting cardboard I never use it and I do have a 2 other corded saws testing use all the time. The Oscillating multi tool I use it a lot and love have one the battery powered one is a game changer for me.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's awesome! Love to hear peoples experience with these tools. That Drill press is good, just a little underpowered. Now that I have a work horse for a drill pressy I can really tell the difference. I was having all sorts of problems with the Ryobi with my forstner bits and it would actually seize up. Never have that problem anymore. Thanks so much for watchign!

[@u4eagun]

Reciprocating Saw saw might need oil on the gears, bone dry on new ones and it will make it last longer, might want to check yours

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great idea thanks for sharing u4eagun! I need to take that thing apart! Thanks so much for watching!

[@tpaulsmith7194]

Good one, Brian. I’m “green” with envy.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Haha! Thanks as always for watching Paul!

[@joelstanhope7231]

I have several blue ryobi tools (like 20 years old ) and they still work . Using the new style batterys though

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That is so good to know! Very cool that you still have the blue ones. Thank you so much for sharing and watching Joelstanhope!

[@cerimer]

Que buen video, no había encontrado alguien que reseñara tan bien las herramientas, me gustaría que analizarlas toda la línea HP, y gracias por tener la opción de su subtítulos en español. Saludos desde la ciudad de México.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

¡Muchas gracias por mirar! ¡Es genial ver a gente de todo el mundo viendo estos vídeos! ¡Gracias de nuevo por mirar!

[@AimingWanderously]

It seems several of the tools you're rating here are older Ryobi models which have since been replaced by newer better ones.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That might be true for a lot of them, my main point with this video was to show my experience after a few years of experience with them. It would be interesting to compare all of these to what is brand new off the shelf to see if anything is differerent

[@user-tr9km7ky8p]

Great review on multiple tools

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much! I appreciate that and thanks for watching!

[@guillaumepare9651]

For the supercharger, it's really just for those who have ton of tools (like you 😉). Otherwise, 1--2 charger will do the job and take much less space. The palm router has been improved and supposed to be better and good (more balanced, etc.). The dremel, get some Dremel (real brand) accessories. I avoid ryobi accessories in general. Reciprocating saw, I bough a Diablo 30 cm pruning blade and use it to cut small branches or trees. They have two models. One to cut fast but doesn't make a cut as clean as the other one. So one for dead wood and another to remove a branch on a living tree. Inverter, I have a 40v model that I never used but got it in special and it's for emergency. Don't have an EV with V2L yet and don't want to deal with a generator (overkill). Good to charge a few small things like a cell phone... Thanks and have a good day.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

All great suggestions Guillaumepare, Thanks for sharing and watching! :) Really appreciate it!

[@Bogie3855]

I used to work at a place that sold the Ryobi brand. Half of what we sold at the time came back under warranty. We dropped the line. There are MANY BETTER choices folks and I own a LOT of power tools. I was a power tool demonstrator for Delta Machinery for 15yrs and have a cabinet shop with a lot of equipment in it and have been operating for 40yrs now. There may be some decent tools in the line but I am not prepared to take the chance

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks for sharing Bogie! Sounds like you have a lot of experience in this area. Great to hear the opinion of someone that has that much history. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@ekd1985]

How many years ago was that?

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@ekd1985 great question I would say probably 4-5 years…

[@mrhalfstep]

What most people call a reciprocating saw, and mistakenly equate to a jigsaw or scroll saw, is called, more correctly, by folks in the trades, a demo saw, as in DEMOlition. It is mostly used for demolishing wooden structures. It's primarily for destroying, not creating, and as such, isn't a woodworking tool, per se. It is invaluable for its intended purpose and the Ryobi version is a good homeowner level tool. IMO The oscillating saw it also a special use tool. It is more for finish carpentry and doesn't belong in a woodworking shop. That doesn't mean it's a bad tool, just one that you don't need as a woodworker.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much for sharing I appreciate that mrhalfstep! Thanks for watching!

[@greenvy2000]

@4:02 if you are watching this on a Windows machine the tone that you hear is part of the video not anything being plugged into your computer all of a sudden.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's Correct! :)

[@AncoraImparoPiper]

I see you saved enough money to invest in the seriously important tools. Festool miter saw and MFT. I think you also have a DeWalt miter saw. I've done similar. I watch all reviews of all tools I am looking to buy. If the Ryobi fits my use case ( not a pro) and does the job effectively and safely, I get Ryobi. The money I saved with Ryobi, I used to buy a Festool Track saw, Makita miter saw, deWalt impact drill ( more compact than the Ryobi). My next purchase will be a Makita compact circular saw. I buy the tool that best suits my needs based on good design, ease of use and safety. Ryobi is nothing to sneeze at. I recommend it to all my friends who just need tools for fixing things around the house, or support their hobbies.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That is the most perfect way to buy tools wrapped up into one paragraph I think I have ever seen! Thanks for sharing that. You hit the nail right on the head. Basically buy what works! :) Thanks so much!

[@joeladam742]

Great video! I am a big ryobi fan. My favorite tools are the cordless nailers and stapler

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

You and me on the nailer! I'd love to get the stapler! Glad to hear that is a good tool as well! Thanks so much for watching Joel! :)

[@peterzammit9029]

My Ryobi nailer always tries to send 2 or 3 nails through at a time. I'm forever taking it apart and removing excess nails

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@peterzammit9029 Really! That's good to know. It seems like this is a common issue with Ryobi. Some people have great success with a tool while others hate the same tool. That Ryobi nailer has worked like a charm for me, but I get it. I think with higher end tools it seems like there is more consistency and everything coming off the line is to the same quality.

[@dmo848]

I want them but 2 expensive still

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@dmo848 I hear you. I haven't had too much success with it, but facebook marketplace and craiglist sometimes has some great used tools that actually are probably better than most brands. Also garage sales a great idea too!

[@jrdego1]

Great explanation of each thank you

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much for watching jrdego!

[@rogertyler3237]

After Placing The Sanding Drum On The Rotary Tool You Need To Tightin The Screw.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Yep, I agree with you. Even with mine fully tightened it still slips unfortunately. Thanks for watching!

[@carlosprovyrivera8522]

Great video - I’m new to the Ryobi suite of tools and your video helped to understand some of the tools. Question: is there a Ryobi tool to charge a Ryobi 18v battery using your car lighter? Thx!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That's a great question. I just looked on amazon and found this one: amzn.to/3UdzJ3J I don't think it is made by ryobi but it looks like it might work! Thanks for watching Carlos!

[@user-sc5je4wn1w]

When you tested your cpap with the inverter did you turn the heater off on the cpap? The water tank heater uses most of the power when it's running. I bought one for the same reason and haven't tried it yet and when you said half an hour on a 6 amp I was very disappointed to hear that, so I'm hoping it's the heater thing that uses up most of the juice.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh great point! You know, I'm not 100% sure I did or not. That would probably make a big difference. I feel like I turned off the humidifier all the way, but I can't remember exactly. Thanks so much for watching!

[@Niesha266]

Top notch basic saw

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome! Thanks for watching Niesha!

[@dmo848]

On jobs in dirt and water doing plumbing that sawzall is our go to saw. Only broke 1 in over 10yrs n that was cause it was under water cutting

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Good to know dmo848 and thanks for sharing! I actually have had really good success with it until last week when I was demoing a deck. I was really putting it to the test and it started smoking a bit, but I set it down for a bit and it continued to work. Thanks so much for watching!

[@dmo848]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork I will say ours are the older style. The newer ones seem not as well built. But still really good. I just bought another last year for myself. But really only cut trees n such with it. Never got to really dirty it up yet. I've always had the Milwaukee sawzall plug in for that. She's the ripper upper

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@dmo848 Oh I bet that milwaukee kicks butt! It really seems like a crap shoot now a days with some of the tools!

[@dmo848]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork yeah. I think we got the better tools back then. They were built to last. Honestly I don't think they test any of the new stuff. 2 worried about getting the products on the selves.

[@carlosencarnacion9667]

Yes, I like most of my Ryobi tools, most of my tools are Ryobi, no, I do not like the batteries, I've lost at least two 4 amp batteries with few hours of use, and no trick can revive them, I've even tried direct to cell battery CPR, seems that the BMS is gone. My Ryobi 18 volt trimmer eats 4 amp batteries and so the blower, so size is might in these cases. The 2 amp batteries make it easier to handle tools like drills and the impact tool.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome to hear Carlos! I'm a fan of Ryobi as well. One of the best values for the money. I also love their yard equipment too. Thanks so much for watching!

[@williammaxwell1919]

With the circular saw, when I brought my first one, I did not realise that there are left and right handed versions...

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh yes! Excellent point! Thank you so much for pointing that out! A very valid consideration before you purchase one! Especially if you do it online!

[@anthonyseiver7000]

My first Ryobi tool was the hammer drill. I killed it making a deck. I have random orbital sander and jigsaw which get the job done. But my 1.3 Ah battery is a severe limitation. I use my ryobi 12 v multitool for plunge cuts (even in fine woodwork) and cutting screws and nails. They have their place.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Excellent! Thanks for sharing. You know the more comments I read like yours, it makes me realize I left some of my tools out. I forgot to put the random orbital sander and my jigsaw from ryobi in the video. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching anthony!

[@itsdarkest]

Ryobi has a newer HP palm router where they fixed the bit issue

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Yes! you are correct, thanks for sharing that. It sounds like they have updated their collet system which is great! Thanks so much for watching itsdarkets!

[@bigredracingdog466]

I've had absolutely zero problems with my Ryobi palm router.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Good to know bigredracingdog. I wonder if you have a newer model. Some people were saying that the collet has been modified recently

[@bigredracingdog466]

@@FlynndoggWoodwork It's about 2-3 years old.

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

@@bigredracingdog466 Gotcha! :)

[@4DXTProductions]

The palm router has been upgraded can change speed etc and no bits flying out

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

That’s what I’ve heard 4dxtproductions, thank you for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@poet7158]

I use the 1 amps for flash lights

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Great idea Poet! Thanks for watching!

[@SothpawDesigns]

Awesome job!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Thanks so much Damien! Loved your latest video, just got done watching it. You're going to love the 735!

[@arbuckleworkshop9857]

The main issue you having with that dremel are the bits it is an amazing tool but i would look for carbite bits or wood carving bits I use the carbite bits on brass for fine adjustments to make them fit on a knife handle I also used it to carve siration on a carbon steel blade

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Awesome thanks for sharing arbuckleworkshop! I always love getting recommendations like this. Sounds like I just need to get a higher end bit set and give it another whirl. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@chickengnawer]

I bought the Bandsaw for Small Craft Cutting, and the Blade just "Pooped Out," when trying to make Small Cuts on Ebony-No Matter which way I Flipped the Piece, and it was one of the Main Woods I needed to Cut with It. It's like it Tucked it's Tail Between it's Legs and said-"Surely U're Not Expecting Me to Cut THAT, are U..."?! I had a Cheaper Saw previously, that WANTED-No-BEGGED to cut Ebony...What The Heck? I thought I was UPGRADING with Ryobi!

[@FlynndoggWoodwork]

Oh man! I'm sorry to hear that. You really put your bandsaws to the test with ebony! :) That's legitimately one of the hardest woods out there. I'd love to get my hands on some! But I get it. Probably not the best bandsaw for slicing and dicing extremely hard wood. Thank you for sharing your story and watching chickengnawer!