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Ryobi P815 Review


Cordless Drill

Drill Model Best Score Pwr Dur Wgt Spd Bat
Ryobi
P815
- 84 B C B A B C


Bottom-Line:

CORDLESS DRILL STRENGTHS
  • Light-weight - One of the top-5 compact, light-weight drills in its class. Only weighs 3.1 lbs, almost 40% less than average.
  • Fast - Runs up to 1,600 RPM, 5% faster than average.
  • Features - Auto spindle-lock, 1/2" chuck, and auto-shift transmission.
  • Value - Price is below average.

CORDLESS DRILL WEAKNESSES
  • Power - Power is sufficient for many applications, but 25% less than average.
  • Run-time - Li-ion battery run-time is 25% shorter than average. Batteries can be recharged in 45 minutes.


Ryobi P815 18V Cordless Drill



Cordless Drill Performance Comparison:

  P815 Average 18V
Power 350 in-lbs torque 465 in-lbs torque
Speed 1,600 RPM 1,530 RPM
Weight 3.1 lbs 5.1 lbs
Battery 1.5 Ah 2.0 Ah


Ratings:

A-Excellent  B-Very Good  C-Good  D-Fair  F-Poor

Durability Rating Above Average Top 5 Rank Below Average Low 5 Rank
Power C- - - 25% Yes
Speed B+ 5% - - -
Weight A 39% Yes - -
Battery C+ - - 25% -

  Rating Transmission Sleeve Motor Brushes Warranty
Durability B Metal/Nylon Plastic Internal 2-Year


User Reviews:

This Ryobi drill has not yet been reviewed by users.


P815 Specifications & Features:

Size & Weight 
Weight:3.1 lbs.
Length: 
Performance 
Max Torque:350 in-lbs
Max Power:-
Impact Rate: -
No-Load Speed:0-440 / 0-1600 RPM
Capacity:-
Motor, Gearbox, & Clutch 
Voltage:18V
Speed Capability:2-speed
Variable Speed:Yes
Reversible:Yes
All-Metal Gearbox:No
Auto-Shift Transmission:Yes
Clutch Settings:24
External Motor Brush Access:No
Chuck 
Size:1/2"
Type:Keyless, Ratcheting
Sleeve:Single, Plastic
Spindle LockYes
Battery & Charger 
Batteries Included:2
Cell Type:Li-ion
Charge Rating1.5 Ah
Charging Time45 min
Additional Features 
Belt Hook:No
Work Light:No
Side Handle:No
Fuel Gauge:No
Warranty:2-year


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