Ryobi One + System review | BBC Gardeners World Magazine

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Ryobi One+ System cordless tool system product review from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine

In a nutshell

A Gardeners' World Magazine Best Buy, the Ryobi One+ system offers a huge range of tools, batteries and chargers to choose from. The batteries charge quickly and the tools are light, easy to use and have good features. They're also great value, with a good length warranty.

What we tested

Set up
A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Handling
A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Performance
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
Value for money
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.

Overall Rating

Pros
Extensive range of tools to choose from 
Choice of batteries and chargers
Fast charge time
Light and easy to use
Good warranty
Cons
Tools feel a little flimsy

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Is there a range of batteries available in the Ryobi ONE+ System?

There are six 18 V batteries available from 1.3Ah to 5Ah (Amperes dictate how long the battery will run, Volts how much charge they hold) and most have LED displays to indicate charge. There is also a number of different chargers, including one for in-car use, a fast charger and a 6-port charger and each has indicator lights to show when batteries are charging and fully charged. Batteries and charger are available to buy individually or together in sets.

What are the tools in the Ryobi ONE+ System like to use?

We tested the OLT1832 grass trimmer, OBL18JB leaf blower and OHT1845 hedge trimmer and all the tools, apart from the grass trimmer, which was very easy to assemble, were ready to go.

The hedge trimmer is comfortable and light and trims well, even medium woody growth is cut efficiently but it feels a little flimsy, sounds tinny and has no safety lock.

The blower is quiet, well balanced and powerful and the long nozzle has a scraper on the end for shifting mud or stubborn leaves. The speed can be varied by adjusting the pressure of your hand.

The grass trimmer has a telescopic shaft and adjustable handle and the head rotates for trimming edges or angles for different situations. Its cutting width is comparatively small and the gauge feels flimsy. However other trimmers, with wider cutting widths, are available in the system.

Who is the Ryobi ONE+ System most useful for?

These are light, well thought out tools ideal for weekend gardeners and those with smaller gardens.

Is the Ryobi ONE+ System good value for money?

The individual tools were competitively priced – blower £74.99, grass trimmer £61.99 and hedge trimmer £84.99 (all without battery and charger) and for the features and ease of use we think they're very good value for money. Plus, with the battery and charger already in hand, you’ll save money if you need other garden or DIY tools in the future

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Product Specifications

Product
Brand	Ryobi
Name	Ryobi One + System
Price	£61.99
Battery Size	18V
Battery price	£59.99 Battery price varies according to battery ampere size. This price is for the 2.5 Ah battery.
Battery price note
Charger price	£34.99

Features
Battery charge time	40min(s)
Charging time	40 mins
Warranty	3YEAR
Tools tested	Grass trimmer, hedge trimmer and leaf blower
Feature notes	Charger price depends on charger - this price is for the Ryobi fast charger. Charging times also vary according to charger and range from 40-150 minutes. Battery run times are from 350m2 to 900m2 depending on tool and battery size