I am a builder and carpenter and have been using this planer for about 3 or 4 years it has done a great job ,it wil, put up with hard use ,I recommend it .
Thanks Thomas. I always research everything to the extreme before I purchase anything so I thought I’d try to do the same in my product reviewed. Great to hear you liked it. Spread the word and share around. Thanks Dave
I find that kick stand a real pain. It's fine if you are planing right from the end but if you are planing mid timber as you would with fine planing a door, the stand rarely goes back automatically so you have to use your fingers to push it back!
Me before video: "I should learn what a planer does." 13 mins into the video: * Orders this planer * Thanks for a helpful review, got one on the way now. Also thanks to your video I'll be sure and use it outside!
Just been looking at this planer for a bench project I am about to embark on. Searched Utoob and your review came up first - a very good and thorough review, thank you! I guess this may be my next (of many) Ryobi purchase, thanks again... 👍🏻
Thanks for the great honest review! I have a few Ryobi cordless tools already and they all work great 👍 this planer will be added to my collection soon. Thank you for your opinion and making a video!
cheers for the video... just bought one as I'm about to replace 11 internal doors - so, it seemed worth spending a little extra money to get some decent chisels and a planer to go with my circular saw.
It's grouse hey... You must be from Melbourne :-P good review mate, I was contemplating buying this planer today but wasn't sure if it was going to be any good... Seems to be more than enough for my needs :-) cheers!!
I'm leaning more towards the corded one because personally when doing this type of work I'll already have a corded angle grinder nearby or will be doing a lot of 2x4s. Don't need the portability of the battery. I'll just pretend 12:14 didn't happen lol.
I’m really happy with the cordless one. Surprisingly I find it’s really good with the battery but depends on how much you use the planner. I don’t use it a lot but when I do it’s amazing
Would like to see how the tool does at planing something wider than 3.25 inches. Obviously it would take multiple passes, but how does the planer manage that and keep the entire surface smooth?
@@DavidAbela I used my corded planer for the first time shortly after making that comment, and the small bag fills up ridiculously quick. Fortunately the bag from my chop saw fit on with only a piece of duct tape to slightly increase the port diameter. Although it's 4x the size of the factory bag, it only takes 3-4 passes before it's completely full.
The blades are too long,they also need to be adjusted to keep the height the same on both sides of the blades.The stand in the rear is ok if if you are putting the planner on concrete. Both sides of the chip exhaust don't work the same.You can modify them to exhaust twice as far.Nice tool but needs some calibrations
What does the switch/lever on the right side do? I thought it was a blade lock similar to the lock button on the top of an angle grinder but it doesn't seem to do anything. Update: Watched another video. It does nothing but allow the blades to slide out on the passenger side (drivers side if you are an Aussie😉 ) I thought they would just fall out when loosened, but the only come out that side.
I’ve never tried it but based on my research you can but you never know what you are going to get until you try. I probably wouldn’t myself, you hear all sorts of stories of fires in workshops from Batteries so it’s up to you.
@@johnstarkie9948 I'd have to agree, ive got a mix of both Makita and Ryobi and some of them both ive had for 10 years plus with no issues but i use them infrequently. if i used them evevrytday as a tradie not sure what id go for.
What about using this to plain wider boards, like say 8”-10”/20-25cm wide? Can you achieve flatness by doing parallel passes across the surface of the board?
@@DavidAbela I wound up doing a ton........ on sanding. This is the first using one. Making a dining room table and I did a bad job gluing boards together. Also use wood glue like I was a 3 yr old..
I have this same planer (corded model) I’ve only used it like 3 -4 times though because I can’t figure out how to prevent it from causing a “dip” at the beginning and the end of the cut. Any suggestions?
I worked it out this week actually. You need to make sure you are applying pressure to the front of the planner and not the back when you first start planning and you get no dip when you start.
Make sure the front of the sole plate is flat on the workpiece when you start, and the back of the sole plate stays flat on the work as you end the cut.
Planning down doors, planning studs in walls before gyprock/plaster goes in, doing rebates in lengths of timber, leveling decks. Multiple uses just depends what you need it for. I’ve done without it for over 20 years but now I have one I use it quite a bit.
David Abela, thank you for the reply. I am on the fence between this or a sander (orbital or belt). Thinking the sanders might be more universal applicable and easier to maintain.
David Abela, mostly new since I’m fairly unskilled. I hope to get good enough to use recycled and resurface the wood for more creative projects. Thank you again. Great video.
Got my Ryobi planer today. Incredible tool!
I am a builder and carpenter and have been using this planer for about 3 or 4 years it has done a great job ,it wil, put up with hard use ,I recommend it .
Keep the blades sharp and she’ll just keep on going
@@DavidAbela hello are they carbide or HSS blades?
@@RagedContinuum Depends what brand I quess.
If or how do we sharpen them or where to buy replace blades any part number ?
Best video on this planar so far.
Thanks Thomas. I always research everything to the extreme before I purchase anything so I thought I’d try to do the same in my product reviewed. Great to hear you liked it. Spread the word and share around. Thanks Dave
I find that kick stand a real pain. It's fine if you are planing right from the end but if you are planing mid timber as you would with fine planing a door, the stand rarely goes back automatically so you have to use your fingers to push it back!
Still going strong after 3 months of use, no complaints other than it makes a hell of a mess as does every planner
Try connecting it to a vacuum cleaner. It usually helps a lot. Oh and remember to turn on the vacuum cleaner first 😂
Very helpful video David, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I just purchased through your link because of your review. Thank you and happy wood working.
Me before video: "I should learn what a planer does." 13 mins into the video: * Orders this planer * Thanks for a helpful review, got one on the way now. Also thanks to your video I'll be sure and use it outside!
You’ll love it. Let us know how y go!
Just been looking at this planer for a bench project I am about to embark on. Searched Utoob and your review came up first - a very good and thorough review, thank you! I guess this may be my next (of many) Ryobi purchase, thanks again... 👍🏻
Never had one for 30 years. Now I have one now, what was I thinking. It’s great and very versatile.
Thanks for the great honest review! I have a few Ryobi cordless tools already and they all work great 👍 this planer will be added to my collection soon. Thank you for your opinion and making a video!
Absolutely love my planner!
IT was helpful. thank you. May I suggest you eliminate the background music as it was hard to hear your voice.
Thanks for the feedback!
I just bought the plug in version of this tool, thanks for the video.
Thank you for this review. I just purchased the planer and router combo box and I'm excited to use them both!
You’ll love em.
Pretty good post, just got mine delivered today and looking forward to attacking 2 new doors installing as replacements to fit! Thanks for the vid! 😎👍
Great unit! You’ll love it.
Great review. And i love ryobi tools. Going to pic this up in a few days. Thanks again for the review
Thanks Beer Lover. I find the Ryobi stuff very reliable and if something goes wrong the warranty’s are very long
Good, thorough review. Great to see a felow Melbournian on RUclips doing a great review :)
Thanks Stefan. Spread the word and share around. Thanks for your support.
cheers for the video... just bought one as I'm about to replace 11 internal doors - so, it seemed worth spending a little extra money to get some decent chisels and a planer to go with my circular saw.
Thanks- bought one and you made it easy to use.
You won’t regret it!
It's grouse hey... You must be from Melbourne :-P good review mate, I was contemplating buying this planer today but wasn't sure if it was going to be any good... Seems to be more than enough for my needs :-) cheers!!
Mat Prior yes Melbourne based. I wasn’t sure I’d use a planer much but now I have it I’m using it all the time.
Definitely worth the investment!
It’s a great unit!
I'm leaning more towards the corded one because personally when doing this type of work I'll already have a corded angle grinder nearby or will be doing a lot of 2x4s. Don't need the portability of the battery.
I'll just pretend 12:14 didn't happen lol.
I’m really happy with the cordless one. Surprisingly I find it’s really good with the battery but depends on how much you use the planner. I don’t use it a lot but when I do it’s amazing
Thanks for the review David, greetings from Malta!
Thank you. What village you from?
@@DavidAbela Zejtun
@@thepanamahat mum & dad are from Rabat and Qormi
Would like to see how the tool does at planing something wider than 3.25 inches. Obviously it would take multiple passes, but how does the planer manage that and keep the entire surface smooth?
Excellent review.well done.
Thanks John.
It's à very good tool for carpenters
interesting the cordless model has a dust bag that's far larger than the corded version.
Even though it’s bigger which is great, they fill up very quickly.
@@DavidAbela I used my corded planer for the first time shortly after making that comment, and the small bag fills up ridiculously quick. Fortunately the bag from my chop saw fit on with only a piece of duct tape to slightly increase the port diameter. Although it's 4x the size of the factory bag, it only takes 3-4 passes before it's completely full.
@@scotth5503 Ive got athicknesser too and the mess it makes is unbelievable
thanks David, good review, really useful level of detail
Thanks Glenn. Its a great unit!
Really good informative video 👍🏻
Thanks! It’s a great product, love using it!
I watched the entire video and probably missed the crucial info I want which is roughly how minutes runtime?
The blades are too long,they also need to be adjusted to keep the height the same on both sides of the blades.The stand in the rear is ok if if you are putting the planner on concrete. Both sides of the chip exhaust don't work the same.You can modify them to exhaust twice as far.Nice tool but needs some calibrations
Thanks
Your welcome!
Thank you! Very helpful.
Anytime.
Thanks for the great info! One more Q: why are all the handheld planers 3 1/4" instead of 3 1/2" so one pass on a 2x4?
Different standards for different countries I guess. We don’t have 2x4’s in Australia. Standard size here is 90mmx45mm compared to U.S 50mmX100mm
Hey David - is this a review of a Ryobi Model # P611? Cheers from Canada
Hey Chris, in Australia it’s the R18PL-0, it looks exactly the same as the P611.
Right on. Thanks. Great video by the way. Going to pick one of these up and fix some sticky doors that grind the floor. Cheers
Great review. Thank you.
Thanks Flip. I do a follow up video in a couple of months once I’ve used it more.
Nicely done 👍
What does the switch/lever on the right side do? I thought it was a blade lock similar to the lock button on the top of an angle grinder but it doesn't seem to do anything.
Update: Watched another video. It does nothing but allow the blades to slide out on the passenger side (drivers side if you are an Aussie😉 ) I thought they would just fall out when loosened, but the only come out that side.
What is the "P" setting below "0"? Does it retract further for 'packing' or something?
well done great review.
Does your planer work with non-original ryobi battery, but compatibles?
I’ve never tried it but based on my research you can but you never know what you are going to get until you try. I probably wouldn’t myself, you hear all sorts of stories of fires in workshops from Batteries so it’s up to you.
What's the difference between the ryobi makita
Sorry Felix I haven’t used the Makita
Makita is a professional’s tool.
Ryobi is for DIY handypeople.
Both are good: Makita is better & more expensive.
I have Ryobi; my son has Makita.
@@johnstarkie9948 I'd have to agree, ive got a mix of both Makita and Ryobi and some of them both ive had for 10 years plus with no issues but i use them infrequently. if i used them evevrytday as a tradie not sure what id go for.
Totally agree!
What about using this to plain wider boards, like say 8”-10”/20-25cm wide? Can you achieve flatness by doing parallel passes across the surface of the board?
Depends how good you are. Practice makes perfect
@@DavidAbela I wound up doing a ton........ on sanding. This is the first using one. Making a dining room table and I did a bad job gluing boards together. Also use wood glue like I was a 3 yr old..
I always use wood glue sparingly
I have this same planer (corded model) I’ve only used it like 3 -4 times though because I can’t figure out how to prevent it from causing a “dip” at the beginning and the end of the cut. Any suggestions?
I worked it out this week actually. You need to make sure you are applying pressure to the front of the planner and not the back when you first start planning and you get no dip when you start.
Make sure the front of the sole plate is flat on the workpiece when you start,
and the back of the sole plate stays flat on the work as you end the cut.
What application would this be used for? I’m new. Just getting going on my house tools.
Planning down doors, planning studs in walls before gyprock/plaster goes in, doing rebates in lengths of timber, leveling decks. Multiple uses just depends what you need it for. I’ve done without it for over 20 years but now I have one I use it quite a bit.
David Abela, thank you for the reply. I am on the fence between this or a sander (orbital or belt). Thinking the sanders might be more universal applicable and easier to maintain.
@@wkeyser0024 another factor is do you use mainly new timber or a lot of recycled timber?
David Abela, mostly new since I’m fairly unskilled. I hope to get good enough to use recycled and resurface the wood for more creative projects. Thank you again. Great video.
@@wkeyser0024 Thanks. Many more to come. I’ve been woodworking for over 30 years. I love wood! It’s so versatile.
Could this video have been any plainer
mav68nrs Ha Ha Ha 😂
Ha ha ha
You don’t seem to enjoy doing this. Just quit and do something else. I like your voice. But that’s not enough.
I do actually. LOL. I’ll get more excited for ya next time!