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| About - Ryobi P850 |
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The Ryobi P850 is part of the cordless drill & tool kit test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, cordless drill models like the P850 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| About This Brand |
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Ryobi is one of the leading brands of cordless drills. Ryobi drills are made by TTI, which also makes the Rigid, Craftsman and Milwaukee brands. Ryobi cordless drills are geared to the consumer market and are available in multiple sizes, weights, and voltages. Ryobi is known for the One+ rechargeable battery that can be used among a variety of products. Ryobi cordless drills are available in NiCd and Li-Ion battery types. Ryobi and Rigid drill drivers are exclusive to Home Depot. |
| Features & Specs - Ryobi P850 | |
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Battery type |
NiCd |
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Battery recharge time (in minutes) |
60 |
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Speed ranges |
2 |
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By from
good now bad
2/1/2012
Pros
Inexpensive
Cons
Heavy
Poor battery lifespan
Short Battery Life
Underpowered
Best Uses
Home Repair
Comment:
I have 8 of these and do some light seasonal installation work on 4-6 projects a year. These were a great value 5 years ago, but the batteries on my newest drills have now died after less than a year of casual use. My 6 year old batteries, while fading fast, will still hold a charge while stored for 1-2 weeks. My new batteries store a charge for 12-24 hours a best, then they are 99% dead and need to be re-charged. This is [@]'s house brand and I think the newer batteries low performance is a subtle way for them to encourage customers to move up to the Lithium ion battery units. I would like to see many of the new Lithium units(their are several new models out their which have not been reviewed as of 2/2012)reviewed ASAP because the old Ryobi batteries are now worthless. Save your money and go to the much lighter and better Lithium models.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
weak chuck o/w good
1/29/2012
Pros
Easy To Store
Easy To Use
Good Grip
Powerful
Cons
Loose chuck slips alot
Short Battery Life
Best Uses
Home Repair
In The Field
In The Workshop
In The Yard
Comment:
I have 5 drill motors,7 batteries(recycled 3) 5 chargers. When I need a new battery its a better deal to get aKIT of some natureThis leaves me with 2 circular saws,three lights,2 radios,one orbital sander. These work OK but usually I use a corded sander, circular saw.I'm at the point of switching to Lithium ion but once again a battery alone is not a bargain.I have had this assortment from 4 to 1 yrs.. At least half of the tools have never been used.The best thing about the drills is I can drill/ counter drill/ counter sink/ drive the screw all without changing bits/ drivers.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Great Drill
1/13/2012
Pros
Easy To Store
Easy To Use
Good Grip
Good Safety Features
Great for all jobs
Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
Gifts
Home Repair
In The Workshop
In The Yard
Comment:
Great all around drill. Switch to the lithium batteries. They are lighter and last longer.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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