Spring 2018 Is Here, And So Are Some Of The New 2018 Ryobi Outdoor Power Tools!

I have been on a quest to replace my old gas powered lawn equipment with some of the new 18 volt brushless tools that are coming to market.

Tool Review Zone Gets Invited to Participate in The Home Depot PROspective Program, and we are ready!

Every year, the Home Depot invites around twenty professional tool review sites to participate in their Prospective tool review program. This year (2018) Tool Review Zone has been asked to participate in this program to help review the latest and greatest tools of the 2018 year.

The new Ridgid Gen5x Octane tools are cooler than we though! (New Ridgid Hyper Octane batteries and tools will keep you working longer)

Ridgid 18-Volt Cordless Lithium-Ion Brushless Reciprocating Saw Kit with (2) 4.0Ah Batteries and Charger Model# R864304SB    (Note: Only the saw in this kit is Octane, not the batteries)

Ridgid Power Tools have been advancing their line of tools and a very fast pace this past year, but they are looking to add something that will change the way you look at cordless tools. The new release of the brushless (OCTANE) reciprocating saw is the first of many tools to be released by TTI/Ridgid during the 2018 year. The all new GEN5X () saw is replacing their discontinued model (R8642N).

The ECHO 58-Volt Brushless Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower Will Blow You Away (CPLB-58V2AH)

ECHO

145 MPH 550 CFM Variable-Speed Turbo 58-Volt Brushless Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger Included 

Model # CPLB-58V2AH

I've been on a hunt lately for a cordless blower to help clear off the leaves and grass clippings from my driveway and sidewalks for the 2018 year. 

Ryobi 18-Volt ONE+ 3 Gal Project Wet/Dry Vacuum (P3240)

18-Volt ONE+ 3 Gal Project Wet/Dry Vacuum (P3240)

I hate cleaning out my car. Not because I am lazy (not really), but because it’s such a pain. I’m always dragging around my large shop-vac behind me, getting the cord tangled or something, and even scratching up my doors because the vac is just too bulky. With that being said, Ryobi just solved my problem with their new 18-Volt ONE + 3 gallon wet/dry vacuum. 

Watch out shop debris. Ryobi has a new DEVOUR sweeper, and its hungry! (Ryobi 4.5 Gallon DEVOUR Sweeper)

Ryobi 18-Volt ONE+ 4.5 Gal. DEVOUR Debris Sweeper

If you have been looking for something to clean up that nasty shop or garage debris after ripping through a few boards on the table saw, look no further. The new Ryobi 4.5 gal Devour debris sweeper not only picks up smaller debris, but larger pieces of wood as well.

Ryobi aren't just selling drills anymore. Check out some of the new Ryobi swimming pool tools.

Ryobi is coming out swinging in 2018, and their focus is not just on drills and saws. 

The all new Campbell Hausfeld Get Stuff Done 1/2 in. Air Impact Wrench, Twin Hammer, Variable Speed (XT002000) Review

The all new Campbell Hausfeld Get Stuff Done (GSD)1/2 in. Air Impact Wrench, Twin Hammer, Variable Speed (XT002000)

Campbell Hausfeld just released some of the newest tools from their Get Stuff Done (GSD) lineup, and they are extremely tough. 

Milwakee tools all new 4" fixed blade knife has just been released, and it's awesome.

Model # 48-22-1926

Milwaukee has had huge success with their Fastback and Fastback 2 utility knives, so it would only make sense for them to add a new 4 inch (9.5" long) fixed blade knife that will help them slash the competition.

DEWALT Carbon Fiber Composite Tacker Review Model# DWHT80276 (50% lighter!)

DEWALT Carbon Fiber Tacker Model#  DWHT80276

DEWALT tools just released their new carbon fiber composite tacker, and when it comes to staple guns, it really is a game changer.

The all new Makita LXT 36v 7" Angle Grinder is a beast, and we are the first to get our hands on it.

All new Makita 18-Volt 5.0Ah X2 LXT Lithium-Ion (36-Volt) Brushless Angle Grinder Kit

Makita has been expanding on their new brushless LET series, and this new grinder is one of the best on the market.

Review of the all new Ridgid 10 inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (R4210)

Ridgid’s new 70 degree 10” miter saw R4210

Ridgid is adding a new 10” miter saw to it’s line up, and it comes at the same time as their new 10” table saw. Last week we did a review on the new Ridgid compact table saw, and now we are excited about the updated miter they just released.

This new miter saw has so many upgrades, we figured it would just be cooler to post a video review for it.

 Check it out below!

Hitachi to change it's brand name to HIKOKI in 2018.

Hitachi to change brand logo to HIKOKI

Hitachi Koki Announces Brand Name Change to “HiKOKI”

‐The re‐branding reflects the Company’ commitment to further expansion as a global brand‐ 

The new Ridgid 10" Compact Table Saw is here, and its a beast (Model #R45171)

The all new RIDGID 10" compact miter was (R45171)

Ridgid has been on fire lately with new releases such as their new 10" compact table saw, and 10" miter saw. Though we will have a review coming up soon for the miter saw, today we are going to take a closer look at this beast of a table saw that will hold its own against any mid level competitor.

Battery powered vs corded power tools (Is this the end for the corded tool)?

Makita's new LXT grinder, rear handle circular saw, reciprocating saw, miter saw and blower in display at Home Depot.

There's no denying it, battery powered power tools are the new craze in the world of tools. From drills and impact guns, to circular and miter saws, these new tools are hitting the market in a record pace. The question is, can these new battery powered tools hold a candle to their conventional corded cousins, or will they eventually wipe them from existence all together?