I'm just happy to finally see dewalts name mentioned in a cordless ratchet test. Took them too long to release one. Although the Mac tools cordless ratchets can use dewalts batteries but they were pricey due to the Mac branding.

Great demo. 18/20v in my experience is just to bulky with no power gains.

I've had the Ryobi for a few months now and have been satisfied, though I had no experience with the other brands to compare to. I agree that battery is a bit awkward, but one thing that keeps me coming back to Ryobi is their long term standardization of batteries. My first Ryobis (nearly 20 years ago) had much weaker batteries but they take the new genarations batteries just fine... consistency in cordless tools is very important to me, I've acquired about 9 batteries which I use in rotation with all my tools.

Great comparison. Now I'd love to see the Kobalt 24V, Craftsman 20V and Skil 12V ratchets thrown in there. Also, Makita released a high speed XRW01Z ratchet last year. 800 RPMs and 35 ft/lbs look like a nice deal. Amazon sells it for $115, or $45 less than HD.

I have a tack-life electric ratchet, basically representing an Amazon ratchet, I have two 2ah battery’s it came with but I also have a parkside 4ah battery I cut to make it fit and work with it along with a 3D printed adapter to accept Dewalt 12V battery’s. I’d be more than happy to send it to you guys for you to torture test along side other big name ratchets to see how it stacks up.

I would love to see the 12v and 18v Makita and Snap-on ratchets tested.

I’ve had the Ryobi for a few months now and figured I’d only use it in situations where I couldn’t get my 3/8 impact but I find I use it a lot. The swivel head makes the bulky battery much less in the way.

Been using the Milwaukee M12 quite a bit, and it’s hard to find fault with it. Given that the main use I have for a cordless ratchet is when space is an issue (otherwise I use an impact or my Mac Tools air ratchet), I don’t think I could justify purchasing the larger tools. They would have to offer crazy high speed or some other party trick, like a flexible head or programmable torque settings.

Nice, exactly what i wanted to see. The ridgid will be a nice addition to the collection, maybe not as compact as a m12 but more than a impact wrench

Excited to see the DeWalt 20v tested! Also need to see if those Snap On Ratchets are as good as people say!

I work at the orange warehouse store and let me tell you that ridgid killing the 12v line was stupid. And them killing the Octane batteries was even more stupid and the reason for it is heartbreaking

fascinating results, forfeiting speed for torque or vice versa. Customers are more informed and more empowered with excellent testing channels like this.

I just bought this myself I've got to say I really like this ratchet 1:20.. doesn't matter... I'm not going in ass end first...🤷‍♂️

Walmart sells Hart 20V ratchet for $98 as a kit. Since it's also from TTI, I think it would be about the same as Ryobi one, but for a lot better price. It would be fun if you can include that in the next test.

I use the original 3/8 ryobi ratchet at work and love it. I found it on sale at home depot for 45 dollars in kit form and buyers remorse has yet to set in

The M12 high speed is awesome fast and compact just have to keep fresh batteries on deck

I just have to add that it isn’t Ridgid’s first ratchet. Many years ago, they had this: R8223403 - that’s the part number for a ratchet head for their multi tool - from 10 or so years ago. Thing was amazing at the time but sadly TTI killed it off as well as ridgids 12v line (that looked remarkably similar to Milwaukee’s current 12v line) But awesome videos and I love your content!

I have the Ryobi and really like it. Feels nice and solid. While the battery is an unavoidable part of the One+ platform,I think they've done a commendable job working with it on this tool. You guys should give Skil's ratchet atry. That's supposed to be pretty good too.

Love the ratchet tests!

This is my first year using a cordless ratchet - all I have to say is it is now my favorite tool. Should have got one years ago. Always had cordless impacts, blah blah but never a ratchet - used an air one. Occasionally. Very occasionally. If you don't have a cordless ratchet & you work on stuff, buy one. They're ace.

Be Careful!!, A some years ago, Rigid tools came out with the 12v models of their electric tool line. There was a multi-tool version that had one main motor segment and additional tools that connected to the main motor unit. There was a 90 degree drill, 90 degree impact driver, 90 degree 3/8 ratchet, and a vibrating blade saw. Then they added a saber-saw unit. These tools were compact and powerful even at 12 volts and they had a definite use in the general construction business. Then they came out with a larger, higher amp 12v battery that allowed the tool to stand upright . The 12v series also had a pistol grip style drill and impact driver. These were good, powerful tools that touted 'LIFETIME' WARRANTIES. Recently, Rigid killed off all 12v products and there is no recompense for your lifetime purchase. One cannot even buy 12v batteries for your existing-remaining tools. Rigid abandoned their initial customers in favor of creating a new line of 18v larger, more cumbersome models. Now Rigid is trying to 'suck in' a whole new group of construction tool users. Be careful, they will abandon all you new 18v tool owners within a few years. It's all about the corporate money/income. Don't be fooled. Buy Milwaukee or DeWalt or Ryoby.

I got introduced to Cordless Rachets by Project Farm's video. As a result bought the cheapest eBay 12v ratchet sold under a dozen names on eBay. I bought it with running the M8 and M10 manifold nuts on 4 cylinder Rover K engines in mind. The tool cost pennies, not much torque but it is slim compact perfect for nut running on M6, M8, M10 and even M12. In the UK we don't get as much brand choice as in North America and new models take longer to be available but thanks for your work.

Im waiting to see the Herculies. I was skeptical when I bought them but they seem to perform pretty darn good for what they are.

Ridgid has a head for the jobmax that's a 3/8 ratchet that's been out for a very long time, so I wouldn't say this is the first ridgid ratchet.

Nice to see Ryobi show up today, especially since I bought one of these a couple months back, lol.

Just here to say how great Milwaukee warranty is. Bought the original fuel when it came out. Warranty couldn’t get parts the first time so they replaced it, broke it again and got the newer high speed no questions asked.

Sorry to disappoint, but this is NOT ridgids first battery ratchet. Here is the first one. RIDGID R8223403 JOBMAX 3/8" RATCHET WITH 1/2" ADAPTER. Fits the job max multitool. It's been around for awhile now. Thx for all the good content.

This sort of illustrates or reinforces my bias against Rigid: It's in the middle and never seems to do anything in the triangle of faster/cheaper/better. I turn to red for work, and puke green for home/garden. Rigid still feels like a weird not-worth-it compromise. It must be a weird place to be at TTI.

Only thing that I need is for Ridgid to make a grinder and I'll never need to overpay for Chiwaukee 💯

Great video as always! I have the M12 Fuel high speed and it’s a great tool. Also have the non fuel and it’s good for more fragile bolts. After seeing how well Skil’s right angle driver did, it would be neat to see their ratchet. Also would be cool to see Kobalt’s ratchet thrown in the mix as well as the Hercules from HFT.

We need the extended dewalt and the 12v vs 18v! Love this channel.

I have some other Rigid 18v tools, so it makes sense for me to stick with the same platform rather than buy all new batteries.

With all the little benefits like the swivel the Ryobi looks the best by my eye, plus you can save $20

The best thing about the Ridgid is the free lifetime battery replacement. That's a big selling point for me.

That Ryobi looks like a good replacement for my dying Earthquake XT

There is a quantifiable advantage to a tool using the same battery packs as ALL the other tools a person may have. I personally have saws, Sawzalls, ratchets, impacts, drills and others and am glad I have all the batteries I could use as they all use the same batteries.

My favorite ratchet is the M12 long I know it’s not the fastest but when paired with the M12 6 amp battery it works well and is fast enough also has really good torque! I use mine every day I am GM technician.

For the price Ryobi offers a lot. Sure it may not be exactly up there with the top manufacturers but in time it could. Ryobi should definitely add a compact ratchet to its line with a compact battery similar to the Milwaukee for those tighter spaces.

Ridgid orange‘s big selling point is Prosumer grade at good prices with the LSA warranty. In order to make this work, they have to mass produce as much as possible, which means minimizing the product line. Having separate 12 and 18 V tools is counterproductive to this strategy. I for one like it because I don’t have to buy separate batteries. Ridgid also prices their stuff high when they first release new products, to snag some of the dollars that wealthier customers are willing to part with. They lower the prices later for the rest of us, usually ending up 20 to 30% cheaper than Milwaukee for 80 to 90% of the performance, which is a good value, if you care about that.

I’m not sure if it’s because I’m a Marien mechanic but the actual length of the shaft (giggity) made me buy the Ryobi. The reach before the actual meat of the tool makes a huge difference.

Ironic that the Ridgid has flex in it, no?

Ryobi performed quite well it's a bit slower for sure, but unless you work for nascar or so, i don't think that is gonna make a big difference in a shop

Best part about the ridgid is it gets rid of that horrible flappy paddle and it's just a button

Was almost upset I just got the fuel 3/8 when I already have rigid batteries but that thing is huge and really looks inconvenient to use.

Milwaukee nailed it with the narrow M12 battery for those tight spaces

The first ratchet that I know of was actually their multitool (jobmax) with a ratchet attachment. It is however no longer for sale from HD or Ridgid so there is that problem.

Don't mean to be a ball buster I love this channel. Just wanted to make a slight correction. Ridgid did have a 3/8 cordless ratchet 12-volt out about 10 years ago. Although it was a multi-head tool attachment and would score very poorly in your rankings both for strength and Tool integrity. I don't know how to add a picture but I have one here

I much prefer my Ryobi HP ratchet over all the other cordless ratchets I own (m12 fuel, m12 brushed, ryobi brushed and 18v makita.) It gets used 95% of the time unless it's too long to fit where I'm using it.

I like ryobis battery position better, gets the better away from the hand and allows the tool to stand up.

Would love to see the comparison with some air ratchets

Snapon has the best cordless ratchets hands down.

I’m glad that I watched this test, been thinking about getting the Ryobi cordless 3/8” ratchet to use. I don’t use cordless tools daily to make a living plus I’m in the Ryobi cordless line. Keep’m coming

Please test the Mac tools, and the harbor freight Hercules ratchets. I have always been a big fan of the smaller head ratchets.

Ryobi still the best imo. Swivels, skinny, and ez to get in some tight places. Plus the torque is unmatched, not many bolts you have to manually wrench

Ok hold the phone, the new extended reach ryobi is brushless? Tears for you orange guys 🤣

I have the Ryobi and that thing is outstanding!!!!

The advantage of Ridgid being 18volt is so you don't have to go between 2 separate sized battery platforms when a majority of Ridgid owners are on the 18volt side

Really thing you should add a column for "warranty"! Ridgid with a lifetime warranty on tools and batteries is hard to beat when some one have a 1 year warranty and a 2 year warranty on batteries! Just saying.

Almost everyone at my shop has the snap on ratchet, I’m convinced my Milwaukee is better would love to see you test that

OK, with vehicle mechanical components getting packed in tighter every generation, the Ryobi in general would be a better choice.

awesome comparision! thanks showing all these next to each other makes it alot easier to decide. Most influincers only do one tool. thanks for the comparison

It seems every time you release a video I end up buying a new tool. Damn you. I will consider the Milwaukee the next time my snap off shits the bed again. I doubt they will warranty it again anyways. It gets used every day for auto body, just because it's clean doesn't mean it it doesn't get used!

Wow awesome results. My first time seeing the high speed m12. Wow impressive speed but the trade off in lack of power doesn’t seem as useful. Super thanks for sharing. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Great video! As a user of ridgid tools and an owner of a powersports business the ridgid ratchet just won’t do the trick in the tight spaces. I can fit the sub compact 3/8” impact most places. Holding out for a Milwaukee m12. I think the husky cordless ratchet deserves a shot at this test due to its price

Is in not mistaken, Porter Cable just dropped one of them. I believe I saw an add for it. But I don't have any info on that. Sorry about that. Thanks for the great videos as usual. Take care guys.

Snap-On CT768 is what I run. It's a Brushed Motor Extended Reach ratchet. It puts out 70ft-lbs but only 125rpm. I wish I could send it to you for testing but I use it everyday. Like you said, high torque ratchets slow down less which is exactly why I got it. I had the Milwaukee Extended Reach 55ft-lbs but the batteries would vibrate loose (on all of my Milwaukee Tools). The Snap-On 3/8 14.4V Impact is mediocre but the CT768 is so much better than anything else I tried for E-Ratchets. The head is so small, it's greaseable, comes with a protective boot, and you can put so much torque through it. It says only 158ft-lbs manual torque, most I've done by hand is like 220ft-lbs, just freaking hanging off the battery. My Aircat 805-HT puts out 130ft-obs at 180 rpm. Doing big suspension bolts with it where you can't get an impact is fantastic. I crack it loose with a breaker bar, then use the Aircat to run it out. If it's slathered in blue lock-tite it'll rip it right out but my 70ft-lbs Snap-On won't.

the snappies are real nice

Can't wait for the E-HEELP version to come out ;-)

I have the kobalt and it looks like the rigid and works good enough for me in a homeowner role, it's in 24v format

Nice to see my own experience with the Ryobi validated. I suspect most people will be happy with whichever tool matches their battery system, but I do not like the ergonomics of that rigid one bit.

yea my notifications are finely working

I have the Earthquake XT 3/8 Ratchet. It is beefy/stout and has a lot of torque (brushed motor). Plus it's slim. I since bought into the Ryobi ecosystem of which I have 22 tools. I will definitely buy the Ryobi Ratchet when the other dies. Torque is most important to me.😃

Been abusing a makita 12v ratchet for well over a year and it works well. Picked up another 12v and an 18v and both been running well. Really hope ya test them both.

The snap on brute extended reach ratchet would be awesome to see. Lots of power in my experience with busting fasteners loose with no ratchet assist.

Would love to see a comparison of the makita 12v and 18v put up on the chart

Thanks for the in-depth content! Hard to find anything close to this informative anywhere else. I would love to see ACDelco's line added to the list.

I bought Ridgid maybe 5 years ago, when Gen5x was out. Very good tools at a good price. A lot less $$ the DeWalt or Milwaukee and nearly the same performance. Some nice features too, one hand chuck on the impact, nice lighting around the drill and impact. Octane came out and wasn't a big improvement. Since then it's been downhill IMO. The tools look and feel cheaper, there's nothing new or innovative. I might buy a subcompact for those tight spaces but that's it. These days I'd recommend Ryobi HP, Kobalt or Skil for the serious DIYer on a budget.

I purchased the Ryobi ratchet for my brother a few years back for christmas since he was already married to the Ryobi One battery ecosystem and he really likes the ratchet. He doesn't often work in spaces confined enough for the bulky battery pack to be an issue. One that I would like to suggest is what I call an Amazon Wonder Cheapie. Which is the "KIMO 3/8" Cordless Electric Ratchet Wrench" IT comes in at $89 before tax and comes with 2 packs, charger, a nifty case, etc. I'm currently not invested into any battery powered tool family just yet as I just borrow my brother's Ryobi stuff when needed but would like to have a battery powered ratchet of my own. I'd like to see how this Amazon find stacks up against the M12 which, by default, will be what i'm getting for the small-ish size. Edit - it only comes with two packs optionally but you can spec it with just one for $69 or the tool only for $39

Please test both the 12v and 18v Makita ratchets. I use the 12v Makita daily in a professional environment and it works well.

You should rerun the ryobi but using dewalt 20v with a battery adapter. I have always had good improvements doing such on alot of my ryobi tools

They do offer a shorter Ryobi ratchet. I have it. But would have Preferred the longer one. That longer one came out after the short one

The form factor is the most important for these and the large batteries throw that off. Comfort, mobility and speed are all much more important than sheer power on these nut runners. I’d even consider some electric toothbrush type ratchet with a plugless charging dock and fixed battery if it came meant the unit was compact and quick to use.

There are others I'd like to see here. The snap on 14.4 volt and IR 18 volt would likely be good contenders

This is just a suggestion. Durofix, Properformer (Amazon) and the Kobalt since I already own several of the Kobakt cordless tools.

I dont know if anyone has asked for it yet but it would be interesting to see how the kobalt performs as a 24v compared to everything else.

Not their first ever ratchet. I have owned a Rigid ratchet as part of the Jobmax system for more than 3 years. Works great. I can use it with all 3 power heads I have, 18v cordless, 110v corded, and the pneumatic powerhead.

I am happy with my M12 3/8" extended reach ratchet, especially with the 6.0 battery. The ergonomics are better than those of any of those other brands. The head could be smaller, but it's usually not a problem for me.

Thanks for the video hope Ridgid will make an extended head version

I think we all want to see the Kuccmo cordless ratchet

Please test the Snap-on cordless ratchets!

I’m a Milwaukee fan boy through and through but I use the snap on ratchets at work. Trigger is nicer than the lever, the 3/8 long reach will break free most fasteners I put it on with a “running” start. Expensive for sure, but I would love to see you test them.

Just ordered dewaltd 20V ratchet ( DCF513 ) to fit my current battery platform. Would love to see how it stacks up in your tests. Great job guys, good information. Keep doing what you do !

When u get to the snap on s Try out the older brushed ones to. There's a lot of them showing up on the tool truck as trade ins now.

Just got my dcf513. Dewalt 20v 3/8 ratchet using with powerstack. Works great though it's my first electric ratchet. Got it from acme tools.

M12 for me all the way for almost everything since compactness is key. If need be I can just slap one of my 6AH packs on it to keep things rolling.

My offer is still good if you need a modern new air powered ratchet, I got one (actually I got two 😎) you can borrow to test if it’s not TOO long in your secret mad lab, lol, it’s the red colored Mac Tools air ratchet with their new clutch system that’s supposed to prevent you from banging your knuckles when you reach the end of the threads on a fastener (really it just limits the power). Many say those cordless ratchets are “old technology” and when it comes to ratchets it’s the air ratchets that are getting the newest technology. I haven’t seen a clutch system in a cordless ratchet yet but my air ratchet does have it. Anyways, it’s Model#: MPF59038 by Mac Tools.

I wonder if Ryobi can ever get creative with the battery design/orientation. Though they take pride in keeping the same battery design over the years, they should really get that thing out of the way a bit. Awesome that your battery mount never changes. Not awesome that it prevents certain tools from operating at their best. Like the angle grinder. The battery makes it so you can’t get the grinder flat with the surface. They should find a way to flip it around or figure out some shape that can get tools like this into tighter spaces. I assume they’ll figure something out at some point considering battery tech/design/ergonomics is one of those things everyone on the Internet mentions as an issue with Ryobi. They seem committed to the probe design so 🤞 that they figure something out haha

Those reverse threaded bolts always throw me for a loop on the outro screen.

Been waiting on this review probably gonna get it regardless.

I’m a milwaukee guy all day, 1/2 impact of course, drill, impact driver, 3/8 stubby, right angle die grinder, angle grinder….. but snap on wins in terms of cordless ratchets keep in mind I work in a mechanic shop I tried my coworkers Milwaukee ratchet and my other co workers snap on ratchet, and hands down snap on wins feels stronger and a way better design I have the newish brushless snap on ratchet and it is a beast plus the halo light on it is pretty freaking sweet.