Buying a cordless tool system is an investment, and I would be lying if I said that there is one tool brand that is perfect for anyone - there isn’t. However, I can confidently say that Ridgid is the right brand for a lot of people. Is it the right brand for you? Read on to find out…
First off, I’m excited to announce that I’ll be partnering with Ridgid over the next year to put their tools to the test, and provide my honest feedback not only to all of you, but to Ridgid. Part of this gig is that I get to make suggestions about how their already-stellar line of tools can improve -- how cool is that?!
I’ve owned a number of Ridgid tools for several years now, including two of my favorites - their 18V cordless router, and 18v cordless brad nailer. They have held up to some pretty heavy duty use over the years, so I was excited when Home Depot and Ridgid approached me about working together and putting Ridgid’s full line of tools to the test as I renovate an abandoned building and turn it into my dream home and workshop. (Check out the abandoned building renovation playlist if you haven’t already!)
With that out of the way, let’s get back to the question of whether Ridgid’s tools are right for you, as an individual reading this article. If you are a person who uses tools infrequently, once or twice a month when the odd repair or picture-hanging chore pops up, then there are probably cheaper tool brands that will do the job just fine. At the other end of the spectrum, if you always want the flashiest tool with every bell and whistle, there are more expensive tool brands that offer more bells and whistles. But, if you want a great combination of durable high-performance tools that won’t break the bank, then Ridgid is a great fit for you.
In other words, Ridgid tools provide a perfect combination of value and performance. They are rugged and durable enough to stand up to pro use -- several of the subcontractors working with me on the building are Ridgid die-hards! At the same time, they won’t break the bank, coming in at much lower price point than some of those yellow and blue-green “pro” tool brands. If this sounds like it fits the bill for you (and I think it will for many of you ;) ), then head to your local Home Depot or homedepot.com to check them out.
Over the course of the next year, I’ll be picking out some of my Ridgid favorites to feature in blog posts. I’ll start with the #1 most necessary pair of cordless tools - the impact driver and drill. I’ve been using Ridgid’s new subcompact 18v drill and impact driver for a couple months, and I’m in love. They are TINY!! Smaller than other brands 12v tools so they fit in tight spaces, but still provide you with 18v power. What’s not to love?!
Here are the specs and links -- go check ‘em out for yourself!
RIDGID Subcompact 18V Impact Driver and Drill Kit (available at Home Depot)
link: https://homedepot.sjv.io/eo1N1
Brushless Motor Technology delivers more runtime, power, and longer motor life
All metal gears for extended jobsite durability
Drill: 400 in./lbs. of torque and 0-450/0-1,750 RPM
Impact Driver: High torque output with 1,800 in./lbs. of torque and 2,900 RPM
Drill: 30% less weight and 30% more compact in comparison to RIDGID Brushless Drill
Impact Driver: 30% less weight and 35% more compact in comparison to RIDGID OCTANE Brushless Impact Driver R86039B
This post is sponsored by Home Depot and is part of the THD Prospective program.
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