Ryobi aren't the best tools, but they don't claim or pretend to be a top level pro tool, but what they continue to do well is be innovative and consistently add to their massive tool lineup. Looks like another quality Ryobi product. This is a no brainer buy if you need a band saw and have Ryobi batteries.
charles king u do know the Milwaukee and Ryobi r the same company....it’s just a cheap version of the Milwaukee ...hopefully this means Milwaukee will introduce a brushless m-12 version now...
Ryobi Milwaukee and ridge power tools are owned by tti they share tech etc...they are all individuals independent but the parent company swaps tech etc...Hydraulic impact technology is interesting they tested out in the rigid rigid also develop it now they’re putting it in the Milwaukee and making the big bucks
@@TheMcdrewb The correct name is "Ridgid" not "ridge". Ridgid is an American company which is a division of Emerson Electric, another American company. TTI manufactures power tools for Ridgid, but they do not own the company. Ryobi is not just a cheaper re-badged Milwaukee tool. Each division has its own engineering and development departments. Think of it this way, when Daimler owned Chrysler, do you think they were basically the same cars?
Mechanical engineer here: I'd respectfully suggest that wearing gloves with any saw is an entrapment/entanglement hazard, and therefore best avoided (with grinders also). As you said, safety glasses are a good idea any time you're physically in a workshop. The other big difference between the saws is which pulley they drive (Ryobi = front pulley; Milwaukee = rear). In a sense the Ryobi is pushing the blade through the work, where the Milwaukee is pulling it through (which may require more emphasis on blade tension to avoid slip in the Ryobi). The vibration issue you noted can be mitigated by A) minimising stick-out from the vice jaws, and B) pushing forwards using the end stop - maintaining forward pressure on the work during a cut.
I wish these tools would of been out when I was an electrical apprentice! I could have gotten a lot for the price point. I use the that M12 bandsaw everyday! And love it!
Tool Craze quotes the price at $99 for the bare tool. Thank you for the demonstration and information. I have using Ryobi for many years and have had no problems with them.
Its about time they came out with 1! I had to modify a master craft saw from menards to take ryobi batteries years ago. I belive the vibration on these types of saws come from the flat material fence/guide. The ones that dont vibrate (or vibrate less) are the saws with the stamped guides, or at least flipped 90 degrees to the work piece. The flat just acts like a diving board against the work bouncing and bouncing.
I bought one of these at Xmas of 2021 and be advised that the blade that came with it was inside out. When mounted in the saw, the teeth were pointed away from the saw's steel table and direction of travel. It was a simple matter to twist the blade inside, out but if I hadn't noticed, it would have dulled the blade right away.
I bought a 1/2 Milwaukee hammer drill , 18v nicad, many many years ago. The drill still works but Milwaukee no longer manufactures a battery for it. I had to purchase an after market clone. I also have Ryobi tools, bought their combo kit with drill, light, circular and sawsall back when they had nicad batteries, now I use the lithium batteries with the same tools and my newer drills and impact drivers. The only regret s that I am forced to buy from one retail outlet or online. I have built many a deck and yet to have a tools fail. I have had a couple of batteries die though.
Thanks for the great review - i am debating whether to get this portable band saw, or get the more affordable but brushless reciprocating saw? Seems like both can do the same job in cutting through a 2-1/2" metal pipe.
Hi Brian, I’ve had the Milwaukee for almost a year, and it’s great! Amazing what 12V can do in a well designed tool. My only criticism is that there is only one blade type available. I wish it was like a hacksaw where you had blade choices depending on the material you’re cutting. Anyway, another great video with pro’s and con’s of the product!!
You can have blades made for the m12 very affordable from your local saw sharpener. We have a guy that will weld up any size blade and basically chargers by the inch of the blade.
Thanks Brian, good to know! But it wouldn’t be difficult for Milwaukee to offer a “Blade Pack” the same way you can buy a “Sawzall blade pack”, or blade pack for reciprocating saws from other manufacturers. I think it would enhance the sales as well.... just my opinion!
I work for a pool service company installing a lot of 2" PVC so the 2 1/2" throat is a winner I also cut PVC for running irragation pipe for My Urban farm I have a couple of lots that do not powerl
All those openings in the plastic look like good candidates for an epoxy resin fill. I might have to pick one up just to see if I can stiffen it up for a decent price.
Awww no likey chunky switch that works and doesn't die like the Milwaukee at the first wiff of abuse to that trigger. ALSO You can buy 2 ryobi saws for the price of that Milwaukee by the way so is it better than 2 ryobi saws?
I use the Miwaukee 12 volt all the time for electrical conduit and strut and its very easy to use one handed. This ryobi tool seems top heavy. Anyone have experience using it one handed? Especially on ladders.
I don know why Ryobi didn’t make the brushless. They are pushing all their new brushless tool pretty hard. I am not a professional contractor, but I do a lot of home improvement projects. I use ryobi mainly because of the large selection of tools they have and the battery platform works on everything they offer. If I was a professional I would choose the Milwaukee fuel products instead
@Mykel Hardin I can only find that present in the mix of info present in some sort of splog. The Home Depot flyer image that weirdly served as the announcement for this tool boasts a 99 dollar price point.
Every Ryobi , or really every brand of tool I have (other than Hercules) is powered by 24 volt kobalt batteries. It doesn't hurt them they can handle it I've put many of the Ryobis thru a tough life and they still hum fine. Just saying just in case some of y'all want more ass out of your tools
I don't own ryobi but they have some tools I wont use that much and they save some money. The people that I know that have them like them except 1 person who hasnt had any luck with them
Would this bandsaw be compatible with a Ryobi 18v One+ battery sold in New Zealand? Asking because I'm thinking about maybe getting a bare skin version from Home Depot/Sears and importing it but wasn't sure if a U.S sold tool would work with a battery sold in another country.
No I ended up going with a Black and Decker 18v circular saw from my local hardware store after a misadventure with a Jobmate corded mini circular saw that crapped out after a month from the same store and honestly it's more useful for what I use it for than a portable bandsaw.
I am showing you what I look for in quality in the band saw build, nothing more. You can see some are plastic and some use metal. It will help some in their decision to buy. That is not the top of the line Milwaukee.
Ryobi is for the home DIYer.. if you're a contractor.. invest in the name brand tools. i Build furniture as a hobby (mainly for the wife) and Ryobi is cost effective... I wouldnt take it on a job site
I feel like a fricken fracking trader buying Chinese anything But at this point it’s unavoidable Ryobi has always had a stigma around it I’d buy Milwaukee if it was the same price
I own this same until I just got a few days ago but mine is way way faster then this one my saw would only cut this slow if the blade was missing teeth idk why mine is so much faster but he didn't explain the track adjust an he called polymer plastic ? Try snapping plastic an then polymer to see why this matters
@@MaloneWoodworks As an occasional DIY'er who is almost 70 years old, I appreciate the Ryobi line of tools because I don't need a tool that will last 20 years or be used every day. However, if I were in my 20's, I'd choose a different line of tools. I still have the "prosumer" grade of Craftsman power tools that I bought over 50 years ago and they still work!
A switch that goes curchunch is the sign of a high quality switch. Its running the motor directly and the contacts need to engage and disengage quickly. Im surprised you're reviewing tools given your lack of knowledge on the subject.
This is completely different from the deep cut. Also for most of the time I rarely use my deepcut. That bastard is heavy as hell. The regular Milwaukee bandsaw is my go to. I can see this selling well.
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Ryobi aren't the best tools, but they don't claim or pretend to be a top level pro tool, but what they continue to do well is be innovative and consistently add to their massive tool lineup. Looks like another quality Ryobi product. This is a no brainer buy if you need a band saw and have Ryobi batteries.
charles king u do know the Milwaukee and Ryobi r the same company....it’s just a cheap version of the Milwaukee ...hopefully this means Milwaukee will introduce a brushless m-12 version now...
@@TheMcdrewb I doubt that this myth will ever die - ever.
Pro1er what r u talking about?
Ryobi Milwaukee and ridge power tools are owned by tti they share tech etc...they are all individuals independent but the parent company swaps tech etc...Hydraulic impact technology is interesting they tested out in the rigid rigid also develop it now they’re putting it in the Milwaukee and making the big bucks
@@TheMcdrewb The correct name is "Ridgid" not "ridge". Ridgid is an American company which is a division of Emerson Electric, another American company. TTI manufactures power tools for Ridgid, but they do not own the company. Ryobi is not just a cheaper re-badged Milwaukee tool. Each division has its own engineering and development departments. Think of it this way, when Daimler owned Chrysler, do you think they were basically the same cars?
Ryobi has good products for a good price. Glad to finally see a portable battery operated band saw.👍
Mechanical engineer here: I'd respectfully suggest that wearing gloves with any saw is an entrapment/entanglement hazard, and therefore best avoided (with grinders also). As you said, safety glasses are a good idea any time you're physically in a workshop.
The other big difference between the saws is which pulley they drive (Ryobi = front pulley; Milwaukee = rear). In a sense the Ryobi is pushing the blade through the work, where the Milwaukee is pulling it through (which may require more emphasis on blade tension to avoid slip in the Ryobi).
The vibration issue you noted can be mitigated by A) minimising stick-out from the vice jaws, and B) pushing forwards using the end stop - maintaining forward pressure on the work during a cut.
For the homeowner who would use it occasionally, this would make an excellent option. Looking forward to getting my hands on one.
I wish these tools would of been out when I was an electrical apprentice! I could have gotten a lot for the price point. I use the that M12 bandsaw everyday! And love it!
I have this tool and it's awesome, way faster than a hacksaw or a grinder, got mine free with the two battery deal.
I have 2 ryobi drills that I still use that I bought 9 or 10 years ago. They are still kicking.
Tool Craze quotes the price at $99 for the bare tool. Thank you for the demonstration and information. I have using Ryobi for many years and have had no problems with them.
We list that price in our description, but being so early, we do not place it in the video.
I have this tool and used appropriately it is awesome very handy to easily cut all kinds of things
Its about time they came out with 1! I had to modify a master craft saw from menards to take ryobi batteries years ago. I belive the vibration on these types of saws come from the flat material fence/guide. The ones that dont vibrate (or vibrate less) are the saws with the stamped guides, or at least flipped 90 degrees to the work piece. The flat just acts like a diving board against the work bouncing and bouncing.
I believe you mean Masterforce, actually.
@@orijimi yes. I keep getting confused on that one..lol
I bought one of these at Xmas of 2021 and be advised that the blade that came with it was inside out. When mounted in the saw, the teeth were pointed away from the saw's steel table and direction of travel. It was a simple matter to twist the blade inside, out but if I hadn't noticed, it would have dulled the blade right away.
Can't wait to get one, but it looks like it needs a spring to hold the blade tension lever up. Pretty easy fix.
I bought a 1/2 Milwaukee hammer drill , 18v nicad, many many years ago. The drill still works but Milwaukee no longer manufactures a battery for it. I had to purchase an after market clone. I also have Ryobi tools, bought their combo kit with drill, light, circular and sawsall back when they had nicad batteries, now I use the lithium batteries with the same tools and my newer drills and impact drivers. The only regret s that I am forced to buy from one retail outlet or online. I have built many a deck and yet to have a tools fail. I have had a couple of batteries die though.
Thanks was wait for this. Picking one up. Thanks again
Love the way you say milwaukee is the best thanks
Adding this to my tool kit!
Thanks for the great review - i am debating whether to get this portable band saw, or get the more affordable but brushless reciprocating saw? Seems like both can do the same job in cutting through a 2-1/2" metal pipe.
For just that purpose, the band saw is cleaner and easier. But the recip will do a lot that this bandsaw cannot.
I wish they made a small docking station so i can use it to trim notches into wood like a table band saw
Hi Brian, I’ve had the Milwaukee for almost a year, and it’s great! Amazing what 12V can do in a well designed tool. My only criticism is that there is only one blade type available. I wish it was like a hacksaw where you had blade choices depending on the material you’re cutting. Anyway, another great video with pro’s and con’s of the product!!
You can have blades made for the m12 very affordable from your local saw sharpener. We have a guy that will weld up any size blade and basically chargers by the inch of the blade.
Thanks Brian, good to know! But it wouldn’t be difficult for Milwaukee to offer a “Blade Pack” the same way you can buy a “Sawzall blade pack”, or blade pack for reciprocating saws from other manufacturers. I think it would enhance the sales as well.... just my opinion!
@@BobLewen You are right. For most, that would be perfect. I like a bit more quality so going local give me options other than China.
WorkshopAddict understand about the quality... just looking for convenience for the home user! But thanks again for the reviews!
Bob, looking around, I found an 18 TPI 3 pack amzn.to/2ONRyVw and also this pack of 12/14 TPI blades amzn.to/2IUkdVr
It looks like we can actually finally get this for the originally advertised $99, but only if we take two batteries and charger with it!
That's a good deal
@@WorkshopAddict Got one- it made me feel better about buying the Narrow Crown Stapler at full price! I don't really know why I needed it, though...
I've since used it a few times and it was always *fast!*
I've used ryobi for years. Switched to the m12 platform because of the bandsaw 🤷♂️
The M12 platform is awesome.
Thank you just purchased one
I work for a pool service company installing a lot of 2" PVC so the 2 1/2" throat is a winner I also cut PVC for running irragation pipe for My Urban farm I have a couple of lots that do not powerl
This would rock for you!
@@WorkshopAddict yea it would
I make too many off center cuts with a sawzall and the blade jumping around
Very good demonstration sir much appreciated
All those openings in the plastic look like good candidates for an epoxy resin fill. I might have to pick one up just to see if I can stiffen it up for a decent price.
Lol I hope you're kidding.
Added to the Home Depot website as of October 29, 2019 for shipping to home. Not in stores yet. Unfortunately they raised the price to $129.
Maybe I should do a Giveaway
@@WorkshopAddict Nah, someone else would win it and I'd feel even worse than seeing the price increase. LOL😄
Current deal buy the 3A+HP pair for $149 and get a other tool upto $129 so got the band saw- purchased online as they did not have any in stock
Does it have that aggrivating trigger safety like they're other saws??
I got tons of Ryobi battery's need a deep cut version
I wish you would have committed to the DeWalt. It definitely looks similar
I picked one up tonight in Maryland for 149.99
Milwaukee needs a mid mid-sized portaban. The m12 is very limited with the 1-5/8 cut. It should be 2.25 to allow 2” material to be cut.
They have 3 sizes. I have one that cuts up to 4" pipe
@@currbag yup, that was 3 years ago comment
@@Pennysdad16 I had that bandsaw 5 yrs ago
Awww no likey chunky switch that works and doesn't die like the Milwaukee at the first wiff of abuse to that trigger. ALSO You can buy 2 ryobi saws for the price of that Milwaukee by the way so is it better than 2 ryobi saws?
I just wish it was 3.25" jaw, so i could do 3" exhaust without a reciprocating saw
I use the Miwaukee 12 volt all the time for electrical conduit and strut and its very easy to use one handed. This ryobi tool seems top heavy. Anyone have experience using it one handed? Especially on ladders.
Does the grey button near the trigger lock the trigger on?
I don know why Ryobi didn’t make the brushless. They are pushing all their new brushless tool pretty hard. I am not a professional contractor, but I do a lot of home improvement projects. I use ryobi mainly because of the large selection of tools they have and the battery platform works on everything they offer. If I was a professional I would choose the Milwaukee fuel products instead
I bet it will come out in Brushless in a year or so for 10 bucks more.
@@WorkshopAddict I doubt it, the lifecycle of Ryobi products is usually at least four years.
The ryobi isnt bad but love the Milwaukee m12 better
These things sold like hot cakes. All sold out online and in my area.
I snooze, I lose 😭
Can you cut something that is flush to another object?
How do you set the ryobi up to run perfectly?
I think the 100 dollar price point we've seen for this thing isn't going to change.
@Mykel Hardin For what, Canada?
@Mykel Hardin I can only find that present in the mix of info present in some sort of splog. The Home Depot flyer image that weirdly served as the announcement for this tool boasts a 99 dollar price point.
@@orijimi Nope, Ryobi got greedy after all of the hype and raised the price to $129. It's on Home Depot's website right now.
More like $160 now. RIP
@@joystix11 It's still 129 bare tool.
Any solutions to the blade keep falling off?
not listed on Homedepot or Ryobi site.
No, it is brand new and was listed in a weekly ad. Will be there soon.
Every Ryobi , or really every brand of tool I have (other than Hercules) is powered by 24 volt kobalt batteries. It doesn't hurt them they can handle it I've put many of the Ryobis thru a tough life and they still hum fine. Just saying just in case some of y'all want more ass out of your tools
Great review 👍
Thanks Bud
Any good source on how to clean this kind of saws to keep them ok?
Compressed air or a vacuum
100 pounds of air with an air nozzle.
I don't own ryobi but they have some tools I wont use that much and they save some money. The people that I know that have them like them except 1 person who hasnt had any luck with them
Would this bandsaw be compatible with a Ryobi 18v One+ battery sold in New Zealand?
Asking because I'm thinking about maybe getting a bare skin version from Home Depot/Sears and importing it but wasn't sure if a U.S sold tool would work with a battery sold in another country.
Yes
Did you do it and was it easy enough to do?
did you get it from the Home Depot?
No I ended up going with a Black and Decker 18v circular saw from my local hardware store after a misadventure with a Jobmate corded mini circular saw that crapped out after a month from the same store and honestly it's more useful for what I use it for than a portable bandsaw.
Can I run this down the door to take of 3/4 ?
No, because the strip would be too long and hit the saw.
Why compare the Riobi to a top-of-the-line Milwaukee?
I am showing you what I look for in quality in the band saw build, nothing more. You can see some are plastic and some use metal. It will help some in their decision to buy. That is not the top of the line Milwaukee.
Good video
Why can’t I find one of these retail?
Ryobi probably quit making them. Ryobi seems to make tools for s short period then stop and still claim to have them as part of the full system.
a jigsaw seems to be better for those cuts
Ridgid is right around the corner right? Nice review
I was driving home last night and thinking the same thing. Where is Ridgid.
Ryobi is for the home DIYer.. if you're a contractor.. invest in the name brand tools. i Build furniture as a hobby (mainly for the wife) and Ryobi is cost effective... I wouldnt take it on a job site
I feel like a fricken fracking trader buying Chinese anything
But at this point it’s unavoidable
Ryobi has always had a stigma around it
I’d buy Milwaukee if it was the same price
agreed hook doesn't work very well it wants to roll over and fall to its death.
I own this same until I just got a few days ago but mine is way way faster then this one my saw would only cut this slow if the blade was missing teeth idk why mine is so much faster but he didn't explain the track adjust an he called polymer plastic ? Try snapping plastic an then polymer to see why this matters
Look like a recolored Ridgid, or the other way around.
Waiting for all the ryobi haters out there who instantly hate something because its green rather than red, orange, or blue...Also forgot yellow
Everyone like something different and this is awesome for those who like green. No one has to buy it right?
@Ryan Malone - I wonder if they hate money as well since it's also green. 🤣
@@WorkshopAddict i just think everyone rags on ryobi because its cheaper. For an average guy like me their tools are great
@@shadowzedge5793 they would die it red lol
@@MaloneWoodworks As an occasional DIY'er who is almost 70 years old, I appreciate the Ryobi line of tools because I don't need a tool that will last 20 years or be used every day. However, if I were in my 20's, I'd choose a different line of tools. I still have the "prosumer" grade of Craftsman power tools that I bought over 50 years ago and they still work!
2+2/2=3
I can’t wait for the next one they make. But this one isn’t it.
Umm fiberglass insulated polymer is NOT plastic
$48 BUCKS JUST FOR BLADES. ....I'LL PASS...
Why is it only 2 1/2" when all the other ones are 5" 😠
A switch that goes curchunch is the sign of a high quality switch. Its running the motor directly and the contacts need to engage and disengage quickly. Im surprised you're reviewing tools given your lack of knowledge on the subject.
I can't believe a brushed motor. Brushless upgraded all their brushed tools. I have a lot of them . That's a deal breaker for me.
Having it open like that' looks like an accident waiting to happen.
These days more are open than closed.....
Hmm the ryobi is under 100 bucks while the Milwaukee is 300 bucks wonder why there is a dif in quality
Cute toy. I'll stick with my Milwaukee fuel deep cut bandsaw
Ha :) Chris, for some this will be a game changer as they had no options in their battery line.
@@WorkshopAddict I agree
@@chrisjones6165 Still Keeping the Milwaukee. LOL.. JK....
This is completely different from the deep cut. Also for most of the time I rarely use my deepcut. That bastard is heavy as hell. The regular Milwaukee bandsaw is my go to. I can see this selling well.
@@charlesking678 I was messing with Chris, so please don't take our banter seriously.
Why comparing in it with a 12v? Come on bro compre it to an 18v Milwaukee
Don't buy it! It's a Bosch/ Hilti rip-off! The blades are crap! They break for nothing.
2 2/2” is not a thing. That’s shoddy workmanship. Really, really sloppy. 👎
Why comparing in it with a 12v? Come on bro compre it to an 18v Milwaukee