I have been looking at reviews of different lights and this video exceeds everything else I've seen. You covered all the questions I had. Thank you sir!
Really good information here, thanks. I agree that that M12 battery is just as easy to remove from this light as from any other M12 tool - don't understand the difficulties some are having. Also, I think many are adjusting the height wrong on the M12 and then complaining. If you want it less than full height all you have to do is fully extend both sections without locking it open, and then let the top section slide back into the now fully extended lower section. then slide the lower section up and down as needed and it holds great.
Yep! I think many are doing it wrong too. Admittedly it's not hard to get wrong though. I myself sometimes will be doing something and the top part just falls because I didn't snap it in place, LOL. Thanks for the comment!
Very interest comment about the light color (tempature) and the cobwebs. Sometimes I do find super bright lights, blinding or covering up flaws im looking for. Nice review.
Thanks for sharing! Yeah, at first the Ryobi was all I had here until my trailer came. Then I noticed all that I didn't notice with the Ryobi even though it was super bright.
M18 rover with the magnetic base and has the rotating head. That thing is a beast, I use it like an old man with a Kerosine lantern on all my job sites.
Glad I could help! There are sales right now on smaller lights that can mount to tripods. I bought a 10K lumen Metabo HPT from Lowe's on a BMSM. Ended up costing $140 and I bought a DeWALT heavy duty tripod for $64 from Amazon. It blows these out of the water for the money. It's also hybrid and can charge other devices, plus has a much smaller footprint! The color isn't as nice as the Milwaukee though, but it's so much brighter that it becomes moot. Just something to consider! Been over a year since I made this video and those options weren't available then.
I own the m12 and have used it on many occasions , allowing me to finish my work when darkness set in . love it . very lite and compact ,for easy storage . Thanks
Thanks for sharing! I agree with all those points. It's my go-to. That and the Milwaukee lantern light. Love that one too. I have to decide what I'm going to do with those M18's lol.
I passed on both rocket lights last year for the packout light hack. I was thinking if it pops up again grabbing the m12, but seeing the ryobi, that might actually work just fine as well. I have few other ryobi lights, and did t realize they had one too. Good looking on the reviews!!! Generally if it’s not a power tool, I like my accessories to have that hybrid option. Kinda blew my mind that the new dewalt fan went from hybrid, to battery only ☹️
Same! I prioritize hybrid devices for their versatility. Sometimes a battery dies, or isn't nearby and I don't have the anxiety of, "How much time do I have left?!" I can't believe DeWalt's light doesn't offer the same setup.
Nice review, catching one of your older Vids here as I'm a newer subscriber! Got this m12 rocket with the current promo for $199 w/ 2 6's. Think my 2 year old daughter will like it as her room light?😅 our house didn't come with lights in most rooms.
I have the M12 rocket light does a good amount of light output and compact to me, but battery life is okay not great, but also have a hard time with the battery removal, good video 👍🏼
Thanks! And yeah, i've gotten used to the battery removal, you gotta bend it over and pinch the hips and pull out LOL.... As raunchy as that sounds it comes out with relative ease then.
I have Ryobi stuff and I'm overall satisfied with it but the "footprint" of this light tripod is way too large and my garage isn't big enough for something like that.
Used my m12 for the first time and I was able to get the 2.5 battery out but the 6ah battery is stuck solid. I might have to return the whole thing back to the depot. This will be the 3rd time I’m needing to bring back a brand new M tool. Not happy with Milwaukee. And the third battery of theirs that needs to be returned.
Wonder how these do outdoors, and in high wind environment. Being from NW Texas wind/sandstorm gets pretty bad. Sure Kansas gets windy as well since its just as flat.
That's a GREEEEEAT question. The Ryobi wins for sure. It has such a wide stance. The Milwaukee's... I don't know, they could surprise us, but I haven't had an opportunity to test that out. If the winds are that strong I'm probably staying in the house LOL; if I can help it that is.
I don't understand if the m12 battery on mine is supposed to be so tight or if I'm missing some kind of release button for it. EDIT: Looks like just working in a battery a few times. I added some oil to the inside of the battery shaft and the slide-in portion of the battery. Working it a little bit helped. I could see in cold weather it becomein a pain. I think the smaller m12 batteries might go in and out better because they won't get caught on the lip of the battery cradle.
The m12 can go lower, you just need to twist the head so it doesn't fall back into it's little cradle. The m12 build is weird but maybe the more you get used to it, the faster deployment and storage gets. It packs up nice, pretty light. In any case it's better to deal with than the classic work light tripod. I do like the foot switch for the ryobi.
Out of all 3 lights....the m12 rocket looks like it has the most utility (lightweight....compact...and durable)...the m18 is too big and bulky...and the last one ryobi needs more developing...( the bracket that holds its light is flimsy....the base is not compact and its too cumbersome to open and operate).
The ryobi is half the price, I just bought one today. I'd say it's the best, just cause of the price. It's a light...the word dewalt does NOT automatically make their better
Todays work lights are a upgrade for us oldies. Bottom line its a work light and its gonna be abused. There is a huge list of lights out there now. For me the ryobi works fine. For the price of m18 u can buy two ryobi. I own milwaukee tools as well they are certain tools i choose milwaukee over ryobi. For this category for price and the abuse it will get i choose ryobi .
@@ToolDeals damn, that sucks. I’m always worried about that and any kind of fire 😱🥺😳. Hopefully sick to your stomach worrying and not sick from the CO2. I grabbed that deal on the ryobi light, thanks again for the details on it 👍🏾
No Flex 24v? I just bought Flex 24v 4000 lumen tower light. I compared to my m18 2500 lumen and 3000 lumen rocket light. No contest, Flex is a superior work light.
@@ToolDeals Don't blame Flex. Sounds like a shipping issues to me. I have no plans of getting into premium platforms. Kobalt and Ryobi is perfect for me. Ridgid would be considered premium. 😊 Once in awhile I splurge and buy premium only during 1/2 off sale. All three tower lights. I use jackery 300 power station. Its like having two 12ah batteries at 1/2 the cost of one 12ah battery.
First review in a while and my mic went out! Sorry for the bad audio.
Whyyy you no include the triple rocket light? Thank you tho blessings
Chris, by far this has been the most comprehensive review on these lights that I’ve seen with the best, helpful information. Great job 👍
I'm glad! Because, ironically, the lighting was bad LOL
I have been looking at reviews of different lights and this video exceeds everything else I've seen. You covered all the questions I had. Thank you sir!
Glad I could help!
Nice comparison. First one I've seen from you, you should do more. Seems like an unbiased opinion based on real world use & applications
Really good information here, thanks. I agree that that M12 battery is just as easy to remove from this light as from any other M12 tool - don't understand the difficulties some are having. Also, I think many are adjusting the height wrong on the M12 and then complaining. If you want it less than full height all you have to do is fully extend both sections without locking it open, and then let the top section slide back into the now fully extended lower section. then slide the lower section up and down as needed and it holds great.
Yep! I think many are doing it wrong too. Admittedly it's not hard to get wrong though. I myself sometimes will be doing something and the top part just falls because I didn't snap it in place, LOL. Thanks for the comment!
Totally agree with the dual power option on these units. Thanks for the great video, keep them coming!
Thanks Hoosier!
I disagree with the dual power option
@@gregorsamsa1364 Why would you not want the option to plug them into an outlet?
Very interest comment about the light color (tempature) and the cobwebs. Sometimes I do find super bright lights, blinding or covering up flaws im looking for. Nice review.
Thanks for sharing! Yeah, at first the Ryobi was all I had here until my trailer came. Then I noticed all that I didn't notice with the Ryobi even though it was super bright.
M18 rover with the magnetic base and has the rotating head. That thing is a beast, I use it like an old man with a Kerosine lantern on all my job sites.
Thanks, I was looking one video like this one…..and finally found it
Glad I could help! There are sales right now on smaller lights that can mount to tripods. I bought a 10K lumen Metabo HPT from Lowe's on a BMSM. Ended up costing $140 and I bought a DeWALT heavy duty tripod for $64 from Amazon. It blows these out of the water for the money. It's also hybrid and can charge other devices, plus has a much smaller footprint! The color isn't as nice as the Milwaukee though, but it's so much brighter that it becomes moot.
Just something to consider! Been over a year since I made this video and those options weren't available then.
I own the m12 and have used it on many occasions , allowing me to finish my work when darkness set in . love it . very lite and compact ,for easy storage . Thanks
Thanks for sharing! I agree with all those points. It's my go-to. That and the Milwaukee lantern light. Love that one too. I have to decide what I'm going to do with those M18's lol.
I passed on both rocket lights last year for the packout light hack. I was thinking if it pops up again grabbing the m12, but seeing the ryobi, that might actually work just fine as well. I have few other ryobi lights, and did t realize they had one too. Good looking on the reviews!!! Generally if it’s not a power tool, I like my accessories to have that hybrid option. Kinda blew my mind that the new dewalt fan went from hybrid, to battery only ☹️
Same! I prioritize hybrid devices for their versatility. Sometimes a battery dies, or isn't nearby and I don't have the anxiety of, "How much time do I have left?!" I can't believe DeWalt's light doesn't offer the same setup.
Nice review, catching one of your older Vids here as I'm a newer subscriber! Got this m12 rocket with the current promo for $199 w/ 2 6's. Think my 2 year old daughter will like it as her room light?😅 our house didn't come with lights in most rooms.
I have the M12 rocket light does a good amount of light output and compact to me, but battery life is okay not great, but also have a hard time with the battery removal, good video 👍🏼
Thanks! And yeah, i've gotten used to the battery removal, you gotta bend it over and pinch the hips and pull out LOL.... As raunchy as that sounds it comes out with relative ease then.
I have Ryobi stuff and I'm overall satisfied with it but the "footprint" of this light tripod is way too large and my garage isn't big enough for something like that.
does the ryobi fold up small enough to fit in a packout? 🤔
Used my m12 for the first time and I was able to get the 2.5 battery out but the 6ah battery is stuck solid. I might have to return the whole thing back to the depot. This will be the 3rd time I’m needing to bring back a brand new M tool. Not happy with Milwaukee. And the third battery of theirs that needs to be returned.
awesome review, thanks!
You bet!
No problem thanks for the comment!
Wonder how these do outdoors, and in high wind environment. Being from NW Texas wind/sandstorm gets pretty bad. Sure Kansas gets windy as well since its just as flat.
That's a GREEEEEAT question. The Ryobi wins for sure. It has such a wide stance. The Milwaukee's... I don't know, they could surprise us, but I haven't had an opportunity to test that out. If the winds are that strong I'm probably staying in the house LOL; if I can help it that is.
I don't understand if the m12 battery on mine is supposed to be so tight or if I'm missing some kind of release button for it. EDIT: Looks like just working in a battery a few times. I added some oil to the inside of the battery shaft and the slide-in portion of the battery. Working it a little bit helped. I could see in cold weather it becomein a pain. I think the smaller m12 batteries might go in and out better because they won't get caught on the lip of the battery cradle.
I do like the way the Ryobi 'Shines Up' better than the others, but I'm not crazy about the flimsy bracket.
I like the m18 tripod deployment method. But at 18lbs it’s way too heavy. 7~8 lbs is a lot more convenient. And also consider the price
Yeah, Husky released a nice one that's better than the Ryobi and the M12 Milwaukee. It's only $49 right now! Search for Husky worklight. 2200 lumens.
The m12 can go lower, you just need to twist the head so it doesn't fall back into it's little cradle. The m12 build is weird but maybe the more you get used to it, the faster deployment and storage gets. It packs up nice, pretty light. In any case it's better to deal with than the classic work light tripod.
I do like the foot switch for the ryobi.
What do you want to be when you grow up, a home inspector, or a voice actor professional. this guy says "I can do both pretty darn well.
I have the m12 and it's great
Agreed!
Would M12 light up 60 yards of outdoor space?
Out of all 3 lights....the m12 rocket looks like it has the most utility (lightweight....compact...and durable)...the m18 is too big and bulky...and the last one ryobi needs more developing...( the bracket that holds its light is flimsy....the base is not compact and its too cumbersome to open and operate).
Totally agree.
Keep them coming
Of course!
The ryobi is half the price, I just bought one today. I'd say it's the best, just cause of the price. It's a light...the word dewalt does NOT automatically make their better
Great review.
The Ryobi will be the most stable but the footprint is a little wider.
For sure!
Nice job.
Thanks!
I have the M18 2500 and M18 6000
If using that Metabo is blasphemy, I’m going str8 to hell 😂😂😂
LOL
Good vid
Thanks!
Love my ryobi light but damn if it doesn’t just eat the battery
Lol the ryobi spot light eats up my batteries faster than any other tool I own
Todays work lights are a upgrade for us oldies. Bottom line its a work light and its gonna be abused. There is a huge list of lights out there now. For me the ryobi works fine. For the price of m18 u can buy two ryobi. I own milwaukee tools as well they are certain tools i choose milwaukee over ryobi. For this category for price and the abuse it will get i choose ryobi .
Thankyou sir... just cost me £150 😂
That ryobi light went on hack with a free battery and charger 01/31/2022. Return the battery and get the light for $80 at HD.
Not bad! I haven't checked on any deals. My furnace has been leaking loads of carbon monoxide! Fixed most of it today but yeah, I've been sick.
@@ToolDeals damn, that sucks. I’m always worried about that and any kind of fire 😱🥺😳. Hopefully sick to your stomach worrying and not sick from the CO2. I grabbed that deal on the ryobi light, thanks again for the details on it 👍🏾
that’s dishonest 😠
No Flex 24v?
I just bought Flex 24v 4000 lumen tower light. I compared to my m18 2500 lumen and 3000 lumen rocket light.
No contest, Flex is a superior work light.
The Flex didn't exist when I made this video, and I just got some new Flex tools in, batteries were leaking straight out of the box.
@@ToolDeals
Don't blame Flex.
Sounds like a shipping issues to me.
I have no plans of getting into premium platforms.
Kobalt and Ryobi is perfect for me.
Ridgid would be considered premium. 😊
Once in awhile I splurge and buy premium only during 1/2 off sale.
All three tower lights. I use jackery 300 power station.
Its like having two 12ah batteries at 1/2 the cost of one 12ah battery.
Lol bazooka!
Great review. Thanks!
No problem! Thanks for watching!