Awesome to see Ryobi stepping their game up. Seems like they’ve pulled out all the stops and have an option for every price point. I’ll be waiting for a bare tool option on this one. Best review I’ve seen of it yet!
Ryobi makes trash power tools that feel like they're about to break when using them, but their outdoor yard tools is their only area where they're good at. IMO
@@d.sack2727 everyone’s got their opinion and experiences. I’ve got a full line up of Ryobi brushless power tools and haven’t had any fail. Fraction of the price of most other tools out there. Granted I am not a professional, just a diy’er. Good enough to take on daily projects, woodworking, built a deck, and fence.
I've had mostly good experiences with Ryobi. The one exception that comes to mind is their piece of trash stud finder. For tools I use all the time like drills and impacts I'll usually pick Bosch, Milwaukee, or DeWalt. But one-off tools like the caulk gun, glue gun, drain auger etc., it's Ryobi all the way for me. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any DIYer or homeowner.
@@Wrencheasy Correct Ryobi makes good power tools they have power tools are using same tech as the others that people talk of .I have this blower works great !! looking for a gutter attachment for it .
I paid about $1400 for their top of the line push lawn mower and it feels wobbly and like its about to fall apart, and some thing has already broke on it and the batteries last less time each use, so I am careful with Ryobi now.@@d.sack2727
I got this for free (tool only) when I bought the single stage cordless snow blower. I have used it about 4 times to do leaves. I compare it to my Stihl backpack gas unit (which is not a fair comparison but that's what I have). It is very powerful but not quite as much as my Stihl. I found it to being close to as powerful when using the Turbo button. My Stihl at idle can move leaves (you actually have to be careful where you point it) whereas this one needs a bit more throttle to move leaves. I was able to clear my yard just as fast as with the Stihl. In fact it's so powerful that if you have it near your clothing, it will suck it in the air intake. I also found I had to switch arms if I was using it for anything over 15 minutes. I have 3 Ryobi cordless tools and 4 batteries so now I'm just looking to expand my tool base a bit. I will probably end up getting the backpack blower, the extension saw, the edger extension and the trimmer extension. That should do it. I have used my snow blower twice so far with great results. I am a Ryobi fanboy now I guess, LOL.
just got one of these to compliment my BR800 blower on jobs. I will be using it on roofs, blowing out gutters, etc. Places you can't comfortably go with a heavy BP. Plus it's nice to be able to push a button and go instead of starting a regular blow, waiting for it to warm up, etc. Happy with the raw performance so far, I hope it proves reliable for at least 5 years if I baby it. if It does I'll be happy. Was really surprised when I hit the turbo for the first time, it almost jumped out of my hand. It was blowing at every bit of 190 mph/21N for sure. Without turbo on full throttle it still has similar power to my old 25cc handheld.
I received mine - blower, two 4Ah batteries and quick charger - in early December as a bonus with my 2-stage 40V snow blower. I have been using it to clean the snow off of my car. Obviously, it won't take ice off, but unless it snowed while it was mild and it kinda crusted over by the end of the day, it has no problem telling snow to take a walk. It is heavy enough that it feels like a small work-out by the time you're done cleaning off an SUV, but it's more fun than using a brush, and more efficient, too. In fact, my mom uses it to clean her car off, and so does my dad and brother.
It's great for clearing a dusting of powdery snow off the driveway too. Just make sure you stay upwind, or it can shock you when snow gets inside it and shorts everything out! (All battery blowers will do that though.)
@@DoresoomReviews Strange you mention shocks. The only time I received any shocks, I was blowing the snow off of my porch wearing my dads big snowmobile gloves. I was careful to make sure I wasn't sucking snow, and I received multiple little shocks through the gloves. The first couple shocks had me puzzled, but I found it quite funny after the two minutes or so it took me to do the job. It was a shock or two every other second.
I bought this; the blower that is one below this unit in "power" is only $60 cheaper; however THIS model comes with a 2nd battery! They charge almost $200 for ONE BATTERY at home depot. so...if you are going to get other 40volt equipment from Ryobi; it makes sense to get the big one.
I got this blower as a replacement from Ryobi. Long story short I had returned two other different less powerful models because both triggers on them would stick in the on position. They sent me this without me asking for it. I think the one I got is a lemon as well- It’s chainsaw loud most of the time. Every once in awhile it stays quiet. I’ve reached out to them again but not surprisingly haven’t heard back.
I love the ryobi blowers, I currently have the 40v whisper version. Downside is the weight as well, I’m puzzled why they wouldn’t add a strap, if this is anything compared to the 40v whisper version, you’ll find yourself switching machine from one arm to the other because of its weight. But nonetheless I still love it.
It works well on an inch or two of freshly fallen powdery snow. Anything else will be too much for it. If you do use it in snow, make sure you don't wear gloves. It will repeatedly shock the crap out of your hands. Nothing serious, just very uncomfotable.
I got one. It is too early in the fall for me to have used it seriously yet. I upgraded from an older model. If I run them side by side this is MUCH quieter than the old one. I always use ear plugs, but my neighbors will enjoy less noise. The power of this device is seriously noticeable. It almost feels like an air power washer. It blew cobwebs off my porch that my prior blower couldn’t.it will also blow small stones, so one needs to dial it back around landscape gravel. I am eager to put it through its paces later in the fall. I may prefer this over my Ryobi backpack battery blower, unless the weight becomes an issue.
Yeah, my main blower before this was the 530 CFM EGO model. I was really surprised at how much more power this Ryobi has AND that it was so much quieter!
Just bought this at Home Depot. My STYL back back gas blower is in the shop. I bought a heavy duty one in 05 and it’s still going, just maintenance service every two years. To be honest with you sorry I bought it the electric blower. I would rather have spent a Little more $550 and bought another backpack blower. Oh and the tip just falls off. Tomorrow I will call customer service and would like to return it if I could. 🤷🏻
So the trigger only controls the speed between 0-550 CFM and the the Turbo does 730 CFM. What if I want to run it at 650 CFM? Why don't these manufacturers just allow the trigger to operate the blower at the full range and eliminate the stupid Turbo button. It serves no purpose whatsoever.
I'm right there with you - I pretty much keep the turbo button pressed the whole time I'm running any blower. I think they use it as a battery life control. They want the high CFM and MPH numbers, but don't want people complaining about short runtime. Every major manufacturer does it - I'm not sure who started it though.
Great review thanks! May I ask, is the charger you got with the kit multi voltage input or ONLY 110V? I'm looking to buy this in the US but my home country voltage is 220V.
Liked. This is the best review on this unit by far. Do you know the runtime at high? (Not Turbo) Also, a review by another RU-vidr notes that as you run it on Turbo (which he only go 7 minutes) the power steadily declines from start to finish. Did you find that? Thanks.
I'm working my way through runtime test right now actually. I haven't done high, but low is around 77 minutes with one 4Ah battery! I was really surprised it outlasted Ryobi's specification, which is 60+ minutes. I think elevation has a lot to do with it due to air density.
I had the EGO 530 CFM blower, and this Ryobi is much more powerful. However, I bought the EGO 650 and 765 CFM blowers after doing this review, and they're both more powerful than this Ryobi, even though the EGO 650 CFM has a lower rating on paper. It's pretty close with the EGO 650 and this Ryobi 730 though.
The big thing the Ryobi has going for it is the combination of great power and how quiet it is. But if you just care about power only, EGO is the way to go.
If you have a powdery snowfall that you get to right away it works great. Otherwise forget it. Also don't wear gloves while operating the blower, or you'll get a lot of static shocks.
I bought it and very unhappy it stops every 3 sec and turbo not even work because it stop automatically even when battery is charge Dont buy this blower
That thing is the king, it’s an animal 😂 thanks for not responding RU-vid 🤣 I like your channel but I’m blocked for some reason to help you out ? Can you help
I've never used the Ryobi 650 CFM blower, so I couldn't say for sure. I went all EGO on my OPE. Their 650 CFM blower is what I currently use, and I'm pretty happy with it.
I was very reluctant to get this, but after reading many reviews, this suited my needs perfectly. I only bought the tool as I already had a few batteries ( 6amp hr). This was ample for my large backyard with 2 birch trees carpeting my yard. I am happy to keep it & use it without issue. Oh btw I didn’t use turbo, but used the smaller nozzle.
That's funny - the only gas outdoor equipment I have left is a generator, a tiller, and a pressure washer. Everything else is battery and I'm not planning on going back. I do have a smaller property though - if you've got over a half acre I can see needing gas still.
Not necessarily, a 40v battery can produce higher wattage(work) than a higher voltage battery but has to have higher amp draw to do so. The biggest thing to consider is that a 4 amp hour 40 volt battery has the same amount of energy as a 2 amp hour 80 volt battery.
That's a complicated answer, but the short version is "not necessarily." The best way to start comparing two different batteries is by watt-hours, which is voltage multiplied by Amp-hours. That's how Milwaukee 18V batteries can hold their own against DeWalt Flexvolt 54V batteries in terms of power output. The M18 12Ah battery actually has the same number and type of cells as the DeWalt 12Ah Flexvolt. They're just wired differently, with the M18 being 3 parallel sets of 5 cells in series, and the Flexvolt being one set of 15 cells in series. The power limitation comes from how fast a battery can discharge current from its cells. If two different batteries have the same number and type of cells, their power output capability will be roughly equal. Thermal management will come into play too, since the hotter a cell gets the more its performance drops. You may also get more efficiency from a higher voltage system, because running more current through a wire will generate more heat. (Power = Voltage*Current).
Your question has already been answered but I would like to add that I have a 120V battery powered blower and it doesn't come close to the power of this Ryobi - so it's about more than just voltage.
It works well on an inch or so of powdery snow if you get to it right away. If it's wet snow or has been sitting overnight, I don't bother trying with the blower. Also, don't wear gloves while using this on snow, or it will shock the crap out of you due to static buildup.
I just bought this model last week and very unhappy with it. For starters, the very first day I used it, the air tube kept blowing off. Very cheap design with just the one tab to hold that on. If that tab ever breaks, you would have to replace the whole tube or screw it on. This alone made me want to return it that day. Some are saying how powerful this thing is but if you have ever had a good backpack blower, this thing is pretty weak. It's good on decks and concrete but I like blowing the leaves off my grass and this thing does not cut it. Not to mention it only lasts about 20 minutes maybe with batttery power. And that's not with turbo on constantly, which you'll use if you want to move. As for the weight, I thought it was pretty light. But I am also used to a backpack blower. I think it's good for the homeowner that wants to blow off their deck, driveway, patio, etc. that does not take much time. But for anyone wanting to use it longer, like commercial use for example, stick with the gas powered blowers. More power and much longer use. This is why the lawn guys are still using gas as these electric tools have a long way to go to equal the gas tools. For just over $300, I am returning mine and going back to gas. This thing is maybe worth $150 IMO. Gas powered blowers at the $300 price range are much, much better.
I had an ECHO PB-580T backpack blower, and ended up selling it right after I got this one. I have a small yard, and this Ryobi as well as a few similar in performance EGO blowers are every bit as powerful as I need, even for clearing leaves. It's lighter, easier to use, and much quieter than a gas backpack blower. Of course as you point out, a gas backpack blower makes much more sense for a large property or commercial use.
@@DoresoomReviews I blow leaves, pine needle, and the pieces of pine that accumulate around the trees off my yard. That Ryobi is pretty much useless for it IMO. I used to have a Stihl BR 800 backpack blower I believe and it absolutely blows that Ryobi away. I have maybe 1/4 of an acre that I like to keep clean and with the Stihl, I can do it all in about 15 minutes. With that Ryobi, I can't even get it done before I have to recharge the batteries (and it had two). The Stihl costs more but it is worth it for that blower. For the price, the Ryobi is just not worth it. Especially seeing how cheap it was made.
I'm so glad I stuck around until the end of the video where you mentioned the price. I was adding the ryobi 730 blower and 1 batter and 1 charger to my cart for $358 , you saved me money and got me an extra battery for my money. Thanks!!
