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Four Bars On Your Ryobi Battery May Not Actually Mean It's 100% Charged

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Ryobi battery packs have LED power indicators on them that illuminate up to four bars to show remaining battery life, but four bars doesn't always mean full.

8 New Makita Tools & Products Coming Out Soon (As Of October 2026)

staff@slashgear.com (Ali Hassan) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Makita has had a busy 2026, and the company doesn't look like it's stopping any time soon, with eight new products coming out in 2026 and early 2027.

5 Accessories That Can Make Your Ryobi Tools More Useful

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

If you're looking to expand the usability of your Ryobi tools, these accessories can give them some extra capabilities. Here are some of our favorites.

Harbor Freight Just Dropped New Color Changing LED String Lights – Here's What They Cost

staff@slashgear.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Harbor Freight recently expanded its Luminar outdoor lighting line, adding a color-changing option for those who want more customization options.

Can You Use A Generic 18650 Battery On A Ryobi USB Lithium Tool?

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:45:00 +0000

In general, name-brand tool manufacturers advise against using generic batteries for their tools. Here's the situation for 18650 batteries in particular.

5 Ryobi USB Lithium Combo Kits Cheaper Than Their Individual Price Tags

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Building out your compact workshop? Discover five Ryobi USB Lithium combo kits that pack serious multi-tool value for less than buying each tool solo.

Why AirStrike Ryobi Tools Don't Need An Air Compressor

staff@slashgear.com (Tom Clark) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Air-powered tools can be great for big jobs, but having to lug around a heavy compressor isn't exactly convenient. That's where Ryobi Airstrike tools can help.

Harbor Freight Just Dropped A New Color For Its Popular Daytona 3-Ton Floor Jack

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

Harbor Freight's Daytona 3-Ton Floor Jack is one of its most popular products with a near-perfect customer review rating. Now it comes in even more colors.

The Only DeWalt Product On Time's Best Inventions Of 2026 List Isn't A Power Tool

staff@slashgear.com (Ron King) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:45:00 +0000

DeWalt has a made it onto Time's Best Inventions of 2026 list, but surprisingly, its entry is not a powel tool. At least, not the kind you're thinking of.

4 Makita Tools With Deep Discounts & Freebies In October 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:29:45 +0000

Upgrading your toolkit this fall? Discover four major Makita deals offering heavy discounts, bundled bonus tools, and battery savings this October.

5 Ryobi USB Lithium Tools Worth Buying A 3AH Battery For

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Ryobi has a line of smaller tools that often come with a 2AH battery, but some of those are worth springing for the 3AH battery instead. Here's why.

12 New Milwaukee Hand Tools To Keep On Your Radar In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Syeda Laiba Alam) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Milwaukee is constantly tweaking and updating its tool line, and it can be hard to keep up. We tracked the tools its best to be aware of in 2026.

5 Stanley Hand Tools Under $20 That Are Actually Worth Buying

staff@slashgear.com (Chris Littlechild) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:15:00 +0000

From a sturdy pry bar to a versatile utility knife, these five Stanley hand tools under $20 bring reliable, budget-friendly options to your DIY toolkit.

Ryobi 18V Cordless Garden Hoe: How Much Does It Cost & What Can It Do?

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Shutt) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

A garden hoe is a classic gardening tool, but depending on your situation, a cordless, power garden hoe might be a good idea. Is the one from Ryobi any good?

5 Ryobi USB Lithium Tools With Hundreds Of Five-Star Ratings

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Looking for portable workshop essentials? Discover five top-rated Ryobi USB Lithium tools backed by hundreds of glowing five-star buyer reviews.

How Long Milwaukee Says Every Major M18 Outdoor Power Tool Lasts On A Single Charge

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:30:00 +0000

These chainsaws, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and more use M18 batteries, which pack more performance and endurance than you may think.

13 DeWalt USB-C Products You Might Not Know Existed

staff@slashgear.com (Sarah Chaney) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0000

DeWalt is one of the biggest power tool brands in the world, but it makes more than just construction products powered by its proprietary battery systems.

Ryobi USB Lithium Vs. Milwaukee USB Redlithium: How Do The Tool Battery Platforms Compare?

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0000

TTI-owned sister brands Ryobi and Milwaukee both have a range of compact, lithium battery-powered USB tools. Here's how the two platforms stack up.

4 Milwaukee Power Tool Combo Kits With Deep Discounts In October 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:58:11 +0000

Milwaukee has a reputation for making pro-level tools that come with a high price tag. However, some of these tools have been discounted for October 2026.

Makita Is Expanding The Lineup For Its MakTrak Tool Boxes

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

It's taken a while, but Makita is finally expanding its MakTrak storage system with two new rolling tool boxes and a compact accessory case.