731 Woodworks

Be honest… if Ryobi painted their tools another color, would folks call them “pro grade”? Some of these green tools have actually impressed me. But they can’t shake that “DIY” label. Is it time we admit Ryobi stepped up… or are they still for weekend warriors?

2 days ago | [YT] | 127



@cieutag55

Keeping the same battery for ever is why I chose Ryobi, may not be the best tool, but battery interchangeability wins me over!

2 days ago | 20

@nathon5568

Been doing renovations for a very long time. Started buying Ryobi about 15 years ago because my dewalt stuff was flat worn out. I’ve only had to replace a sawzal. Hammer drill and one circular saw in that time. I have had to replace 10 or so batteries, but I get those on Black Friday so it’s not a terrible thing. They’ve all been very durable and reliable. And not that I’ve got about 20 tools and the same amount of batteries I’ll probably never use any other brand.

10 hours ago | 1

@JeffUmstead

Regular people need tools also. And not having to worry about battery form factor changing is huge for those of us who aren’t pro’s or serious hobby woodworkers. Having said that, I have treated my Ryobi tools rough during home improvement projects, and they have held up well. I have no complaints.

1 day ago | 5

@deadtolove

I love the color. Makes it easy to find when I inevitably put my tool down somewhere and then forget where I put it and my wife's not home to find it for me.

1 day ago | 4

@jamesbradley3291

Depends on work load. If you use daily for work, go with big name brand pricing. NOTE: Black & Decker got away from the DIY image by RE-BRANDING as DEWALT. Then DOUBLED its pricing. For the avg garage mechanic, the battery interchangeably is a keeper. Pricing makes it a budget friendly option. And their warranty is also a keeper. Most other brands are not very cordial on their warranties despite being 25%+ higher in pricing for the same tool.

1 day ago | 1

@KravDr

I’m not a pro by any measure. I love my RYOBI tools. They’ve never failed me.

1 day ago | 2

@RyobiWanKenobi

The HP Brushless line is worth its weight and hits hard for its class... I have a wide array of the Brushless tools and they've all served me well, and some have even surprised me

1 day ago | 2

@ryans.8294

They are quality tools for anyone, they're made by the same guys that make Milwaukee and the green just makes them easy to keep track of.

11 hours ago | 1

@jamesbruno8583

Some of their tools stack up with the best brands (brad nailer, oscillating tool), but most of them are a step down. They're trying hard to adopt a prosumer image, but their prices have gotten too close to competitors with better tools. They're still great for homeowners, especially with getting cheaper tools for infrequent tasks like lawncare, etc. But paying a little extra for core tools from a better brand (drill, driver, saws, etc) gives more bang for your buck the more you use them.

1 day ago | 1

@CallLeeFree

They stepped up their prices, thats for sure. I haven't seen a good ryobi tool deal in years.

2 days ago | 3

@JesseYoung-u3b

They’ve definitely stepped up, but they don’t have that smooth precision feel of a Makita track saw, and a lot of their other tools, or the heavenly cloud feel of the Festool sander line with a 3M cubitron slapped on, or the reliability of a Milwaukee Drill and the endless horde of the M18/M12 System. But they do have an endless amount of entry level tools, that I’ve started buying my daughter so she can learn at a reasonable price😂.and start building a set

15 hours ago | 0

@specktric

Honestly, if I wasn’t already in the m12 line then inherited a bunch of m18 stuff I’d be on team ryobi. They just make so many unique tools.

1 day ago | 1

@StevenStrubberg

I only own a few, but I have been very impressed with the quality. I’ll admit I am by no means a tradesman, but for my use on home projects and hobby builds, they haven’t failed me yet.

2 days ago | 2

@bryanowens5226

They are good tools for small project. And they can last if not abused

2 days ago | 1

@sammisworkshops3762

I started with them back in the early 90s when we had blue n yellow tools n nicad batteries i still have a blue drill trim router and skillsaw using lithium batteries now i love if others dont well go buy something else Lotsa other choices

2 days ago | 2

@wyattmc.3427

I own Milwakee and Ryobi both are worth their weight in gold for the price they are. I said what i said

2 days ago | 2

@iguanagohunting4610

As a Ryobi platform user, some are junk, some are great. In fact you just spotlighted the hammer drill. In my experience, it doesnt compare to Milwaukee, but the barrel grip jigsaw, the multitool, and nailers are spot on. I recently picked up an 18 ga, 15 ga, and framing nailer, all were just as nice as the Milwaukee for % the cost.

2 days ago | 1

@scottschreiber6008

I use some Ryobi tools and I’m not ashamed to say it. My profession is a handyman.

2 days ago | 2

@Nosferatu1022

My ryobi tools have been inaccurate junk that doesnt last. I end up having to buy something better. Learned this lesson twice and never again.

1 day ago | 0

@Ski-Bum327

Which market is bigger? Diy or contractor?

1 day ago | 0