If you're looking for Ryobi Cordless Impact Wrenches, but not sure which model is the latest and greatest, or which one is right for you, you've come to the right place! We've broken down all the current models so you can more easily compare them and decide which one you need.
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Ryobi Cordless 1/2" Impact Wrench
Ryobi 18V One+ HP Brushless PBLIW01: High Torque Option
If you want the most powerful Ryobi cordless impact wrench yet, the PBLIW01 is the tool for you. Part of the 18V One+ HP brushless range, it features Ryobi's latest motor technology capable of delivering up to 1170 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 700 ft-lbs of tightening torque.
Four modes include a standard low/medium/high configuration as well as an assist mode that prevents forward overtightening and provides reverse controlled removal. Triple-beam LEDs around the chuck also help improve light projection efficiency.
The tradeoff is weight and size, this tool weighs 5.1 lbs as a bare tool. When you add a 4.0Ah high-performance battery, your total weight comes to 6.8 lbs. It's also a long tool, measuring 8.2 inches front to back.
Price: $219.00 bare, $259.00 kit with 4.0Ah high-performance battery and charger
- Model: Ryobi PBLIW01K1
- No-load speed: 2100 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 2800 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 1170 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 8.2 inches
- Weight: 5.1 lbs (bare)
Ryobi 18V One+ HP Compact Brushless PSBIW25: Top Compact Choice
If compactness is your top priority and you want to stick with brushless motors, the HP Brushless PSBIW25 is the way to go. It's 5.4 inches long, allowing it to fit into areas the aforementioned high-torque models would never dream of attempting. It's also lighter, at 2.3 pounds bare and 4.0 pounds with the 4.0Ah high-performance battery. Of course, you can save weight by using a 2.0Ah battery pack.
For performance, you're looking at 275 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 200 ft-lbs of tightening torque at a top speed of 2900 RPM/3800 IPM. There are four modes to control it. Similar to the high-torque model, you have three standard modes and an assist mode that works in both forward and reverse. This model is also equipped with triple-beam LEDs.
Price: $139.00
- Model: Ryobi PSBIW25
- No-load speed: 2900 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3800 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 275 lb-in
- Head Length: 5.4 inches
- Weight: 2.3 lbs (bare)
Ryobi 18V One+ HP Brushless Impact Wrench P262: Medium Torque Balance
If you're looking to buy just one Ryobi cordless impact wrench to cover the widest range of applications, choose the P262. Another member of HP's brushless lineup that balances size and performance well. Weighing 3.8 pounds bare (5.5 pounds with the 4.0Ah high-performance battery) and 7.2 inches long, it's lighter and smaller than the high-torque model.
Performance-wise, it boasts 600 foot-pounds of breakaway torque and 450 foot-pounds of tightening torque, making it far more robust than the compact. Like the other models we've discussed, this one has three standard modes and one assist mode, as well as a triple-beam LED setup.
Price: $189.00 bare, $279.00 kit 4.0Ah high-performance battery, 11-piece impact socket set and charger
- Model: Ryobi P262
- No-load speed: 2800 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3200 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 600 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 7.2 inches
- Weight: 3.8 lbs (bare)
Ryobi 18V One+ PCL265: brush value
In addition to the HP brushless line, Ryobi has a cordless 1/2-inch impact wrench kit for less than $100.00, and it's on sale at Home Depot. The PCL265 comes with a 4.0Ah battery and charger. Considering the battery itself retails for $99.00, it's like getting a free charger and impact wrench.
Under the hood, this 1/2-inch shock packs 400 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 375 ft-lbs of tightening torque to match its 2700 RPM/3100 IPM top speed.
The high-value price tag doesn't leave the base model behind, either. There are three standard control modes, with a switch on top of the motor, and we really like the triple-beam LED configuration.
Price: $99.00 with 4.0Ah battery and charger
- Model: Ryobi PCL265B
- No-load speed: 2700 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3100 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 375 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 8.1 inches
- Weight: 3.75 lbs
Ryobi 18V One+ P261: Classic
Ryobi's P261 is the longest-running 1/2-inch cordless impact wrench in the line, having been around since 2015. This brushed model is capable of delivering up to 300 foot-pounds of torque and a speed of 2900 RPM/3200 IPM. It has three standard speed modes and triple-beam LEDs.
As we write this, the kit with the 4.0Ah battery and charger is actually less expensive than the bare metal. Home Depot specials $129.00, regular price $222.00.
Price: $149.00 bare, $129.00 kit with 4.0Ah battery and charger
- Model: Ryobi P261
- No-load speed: 2900 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3200 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 300 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 7.75 inches
- Weight: 3.45 lbs
Ryobi Cordless 3/8" Impact Wrench
Ryobi 18V One+ HP Compact Brushless PSBIW01: Lightweight Champion
Moving on to 3/8" drives, there's only one HP brushless model available, and it's compact. It measures 5.4 inches from tip to tail and weighs just 1.9 pounds bare tool. Adding the 1.5Ah battery included in the kit keeps the weight at a very manageable 2.8 lbs. 3.6 lbs if you want to use the larger 4.0Ah performance battery.
With a tightening torque of 160 foot-pounds at 2900 RPM and a speed of 3900 IPM, this model is an excellent choice for driving lag screws and other structural fasteners as well as the many nuts and bolts that machinists handle. While it doesn't have triple-beam LEDs, you do get an assist mode as well as three standard modes.
This one is currently on sale, $60.00 off its regular price both bare and kitted.
Price: $89.00 bare metal, $99.00 with 1.5Ah battery and charger
- Model: Ryobi PSBIW01
- No-load speed: 2900 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3900 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 160 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 5.4 inches
- Weight: 1.9 lbs (bare)
Ryobi 18V One+ Cordless Impact Wrench PCL250: 3/8-Inch Great Value Picks
The PCL250 moves to a brushed motor but with more torque, 220 foot-pounds of torque at 2600 RPM and 3100 IPM. It's heavier and longer than the compact above, but you'd expect that with the increase in power. Actually, it works for a similar application, but you'll notice it encourages stubborn bolts more confidently.
One of the biggest differences is that this is a single-speed model. If you want to adjust speed and torque, you need to rely on the feather shift trigger.
As we write this, the kit has a sale price that matches the $99.00 list price for the bare metal.
Price: $99.00 bare metal, $99.00 with 1.5Ah battery and charger
- Model: Ryobi PCL250K1
- No-load speed: 2600 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3100 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 220 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 6.7 inches
- Weight: 2.5 lbs (bare)
Ryobi 18V One+ P263: The budget pick
To wrap up our roundup of Ryobi cordless impact wrenches, we have the P263. It matches the PCL250 above with 220 foot-pounds of torque and a speed advantage. It comes at the cost of slightly higher weight and a longer body design.
However, the bare tool is only $69.00, making it more affordable for shoppers on a tight budget. There is one kit available, but Home Depot doesn't have any in stock, and there's currently no indication that there will be more. As another model launched in 2015, this is no surprise.
Price: $69.00
- Model: Ryobi P263
- No-load speed: 3200 RPM
- Maximum impact rate: 3400 IPM
- Maximum Torque: 220 ft-lbs
- Head Length: 7.7 inches
- Weight: 2.6 lbs (bare)
The Ryobi Cordless Impact Wrench meets the needs of DIY enthusiasts and even budget-conscious professionals well. The introduction of HP's brushless line pushes its top-of-the-line models even higher with a true mid-torque option for 1/2-inch models.
As usual, there are some really cheap deals and several models with sale prices as we write this. In addition, there are more than 250 tools and household items that can use 18V One+ batteries.
Click here to view Ryobi's entire line of cordless products.