Ryobi ONE+ Edger (and ONE+ system in general)

[KeithP]

I was looking to pick up a light duty edger and came across the Ryobi ONE+ system. I like the ideal of being able to use a common battery pack for a variety of tools. I could also use a blower and drill.

Anyone using this system? Would you recommend it?

Thanks,
KeithP

 

[NutBucket]

The blower will be a toy at best. The 40v version isn't bad for what it is.

 

[paperfist]

I have their string trimmer and have been pleased with it on season 2 so far. My last one was a Black and Decker and the battery was toast after 1 season and a replacement one was more then the string trimmer.

I'm going to pickup their blower this week and possibly hedge trimmer. I thin NutBucket is right, the 40v version is the way to go, but that kinda defeats the 1 battery for all philosophy. It's a little annoying also that they have different ONE+ batteries with different 'run' times. I was kind of hoping instead of a 40v version that they'd have a way to use 2 of their 18v batteries together.

 

[bigi]

I strongly suggest to check out EGO 56V tool line. I have 6 tools and find each one as well as the whole system amazing.

Batteries are excellent across all capacities. No cords / gasoline is a bless.

 

[paperfist]

I strongly suggest to check out EGO 56V tool line. I have 6 tools and find each one as well as the whole system amazing.

Batteries are excellent across all capacities. No cords / gasoline is a bless.

With EGO is it one battery to rule them all as well?

 

[NoCreativity]

I had a drill/driver combo and decided to try the string trimmer. It came with a 4aH battery pack. I'm two seasons into it and it does a decent job. I get 2-3 trims of my 1/3rd acre lot per charge. Definitely have to go a bit slower through heavy grass than with my gas powered though. At this point I'd have to say it's a decent setup.

 

[nathanddrews]

I'm in really deep with Ridgid 18V tools, but they don't sell yard tools, so I bought the $69 Ryobi weedwacker a couple years ago and it has just enough juice to trim around my trees, gardens, walkways,etc. (about 15 minutes non-stop). Overall, I'm impressed and kinda tempted by their garage door opener with battery backup and other attachments.

 

[thestrangebrew1]

I have the impact driver, trimmer and pole saw and I haven't been disappointed with them after 2-3 seasons. I also have the 40v blower and it does the job for the most part. For everyday household stuff I dont think you'd be disappointed, especially for the price.

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[paperfist]

I have the impact driver, trimmer and pole saw and I haven't been disappointed with them after 2-3 seasons. I also have the 40v blower and it does the job for the most part. For everyday household stuff I dont think you'd be disappointed, especially for the price.

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Are there extra extension available for the pole saw do you know?

Over the weekend I bought one but returned it as the claim of a 12' reach didn't seem accurate and I couldn't get to the branches I wanted.

 

[thestrangebrew1]

Are there extra extension available for the pole saw do you know?

Over the weekend I bought one but returned it as the claim of a 12' reach didn't seem accurate and I couldn't get to the branches I wanted.

I don't think they have extensions for it. 12' seems wrong though. I don't think mine goes that far. I'll have to put it together and see.

 

[paperfist]

I don't think they have extensions for it. 12' seems wrong though. I don't think mine goes that far. I'll have to put it together and see.

I think the 12' one might have been gas.

 

[bigi]

With EGO is it one battery to rule them all as well?

Yes, one battery for all.

 

[mindless1]

Are there extra extension available for the pole saw do you know?

Over the weekend I bought one but returned it as the claim of a 12' reach didn't seem accurate and I couldn't get to the branches I wanted.

Not sure of stability using an additional extension (besides the one that comes with it) but it looks like it might be part RY-311081002 or 311081002

https://www.partswarehouse.com/Ryobi-Homelite-Extended-Boom-Assembly-RY-31108100-p/ry-311081002.htm
http://www.repairtoolparts.com/ryobi-parts/ryobi-ry40050-parts-list

 

[KeithP]

I purchased the edger the other day and it works great for my needs. There are some aspects to its build quality that could be improved but the edger with a battery and charger were less than $130 out the door at Home Depot so it seems to be a reasonable value. I also like that they (Ryobi) have a 90 satisfaction guarantee policy.

- KeithP

 

[monkeydelmagico]

Drills, impact driver, impact wrench, small 10" circular saw, string trimmer, and some others I don't remember all ryobi. Some of it I bought over 10 years ago when it was all still blue colored. The new batteries still fit. I have done three full renovations on crappy foreclosure houses in the past decade. For the moderate DIY'er I find the ryobi gear fantastic.

 

[paperfist]

Not sure of stability using an additional extension (besides the one that comes with it) but it looks like it might be part RY-311081002 or 311081002

https://www.partswarehouse.com/Ryobi-Homelite-Extended-Boom-Assembly-RY-31108100-p/ry-311081002.htm
http://www.repairtoolparts.com/ryobi-parts/ryobi-ry40050-parts-list

Thanks!

I actually went back to HD and bought another Ryobi battery pole saw. I think the first one I got was a return because the new one had 3 sections and a much, much larger reach.

The thing is an animal! I can't believe how much like a hot knife through butter it cut tree branches. I was giddy over it and was looking all over the yard for more to cut. It went through 8" branches like they weren't even there and it didn't even bog down. Where I live you have to put them in pails for the city to take them and I usually have to do this with a sawzall. I used the Ryobi instead and it made quick work of everything. I didn't even need a 2nd battery.

 

[KeithP]

Thought I would post an update after using some of the Ryobi equipment for awhile.

The blower will be a toy at best. The 40v version isn't bad for what it is.

I did end up buying the 18v blower. I wouldn't call it a toy but yes, it isn't very powerful. However, it does work fine for my needs. I don't use it on the lawn, just hard services like the driveway and sidewalk.

If someone did need to push some leaves/clippings around on a lawn or similar "grabby" surface, I don't think the 18v blower would work well. The 40v model would be the way to go for that.

I have also purchased a Ryobi buffer and belt sander. I have been very happy with the 18v One+ system.

-KeithP