Ryobi P815 Review
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Ryobi P815 18V One+ Li-Ion Drill Driver 1/2" Chuck Discontinued |
Torque 350 Max In-Lbs |
Speed 1600 Max RPM |
Weight 3 Lbs w Batt |
Battery 1.5 Ah Capacity |
Warranty 3 Year |
| Ratings Guide | Best | Better | Good | Fair | Poor |
| KEY STRENGTHS & WEAKNESSES | ||
| POWER | The P815 is 26% less powerful than average and ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills for torque and power. It generates 118 in-lbs less maximum torque than the average 468 in-lbs drill in its class. | |
| SPEED | This Ryobi cordless drill has about average speed with a max RPM comparable with standard 18V-class drills. The average cordless drill in this class runs at speeds up to 1584 RPM. | |
| WEIGHT | It is 37% lighter than average and ranks in the top 20% of 18V-class drills for lower weight. It weighs 1.7 lbs less than the average 4.7 lb cordless drill in this class and should decrease operator fatigue. | ✔ |
| BATTERY | This Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery ranks about average for capacity and run-time with an amp-hour (Ah) rating that is considered standard for 18V-class batteries. The average battery capacity for this class is rated at 2.2 amp-hours. | |
| WARRANTY | Ryobi's 3-year limited tool warranty is a little longer than average for the cordless drill industry where the standard is about 2-3 years. Longer warranties can often indicate improved durability with fewer repairs. | ✔ |
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| PERFORMANCE RATINGS | ||
| Power | 350 in-lbs - The P815 is 26% less powerful than average and ranks in the bottom 40% of 18V-class drills for torque and power. It generates 118 in-lbs less maximum torque than the average 468 in-lbs drill in its class. | |
| Speed Settings |
2 Settings 0-440 / 0-1,600 RPM - Fitted with both Low and High speed settings that come standard on most cordless drills. Speed selection is an important feature to match drilling or driving RPM to each unique job. | ✔ |
| Max Speed |
1600 RPM - This Ryobi cordless drill has about average speed with a max RPM comparable with standard 18V-class drills. The average cordless drill in this class runs at speeds up to 1584 RPM. | |
| Clutch | 24 Settings - The Ryobi P815 has an above average number of clutch settings that provide a wide range of protection for almost any job. The clutch acts like a brake and helps prevent stripping screws. | ✔ |
| Power Ratio |
117 P/W - The Ryobi P815 has an 17% higher than average power-to-weight ratio and ranks in the top 40% of efficiently designed 18V-class drills. The P/W ratio is 17 higher than the 100 average ratio for this class drill. | ✔ |
| Hammer | This cordless drill is not equipped with a hammer function that can deliver several thousand impacts per minute. Hammer drill drivers are usually a little heavier and costlier, but they are effective on tougher jobs such as drilling into concrete. | |
| DURABILITY RATINGS | ||
| Gear Case |
Non-Metal Parts - Some of the Ryobi P815 transmission components are made of non-metal materials that are more susceptible to failure. Gears spin at high RPMs and experience large rotational forces. | |
| Chuck | Plastic Sleeve - Chuck sleeves made of tough plastic materials save on weight, but they are more prone to cracking than metal sleeves. It generally won't withstand repeated drops onto hard surfaces. | |
| Motor | No Brush Access - The entire drill usually has to be taken apart in order to access the motor brushes. Motor brushes wear-out and must be replaced periodically, but repair costs can sometimes be prohibitive. | |
| Warranty | 3-Year - Ryobi's 3-year limited tool warranty is a little longer than average for the cordless drill industry where the standard is about 2-3 years. Longer warranties can often indicate improved durability with fewer repairs. | ✔ |
| BATTERY RATINGS | ||
| Type | Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) P103 - Newer technology rechargeable battery that provides higher capacity and longer run-time with less weight, but are more expensive than the older NiCd and NiMH batteries. | ✔ |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ah - This Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery ranks about average for capacity and run-time with an amp-hour (Ah) rating that is considered standard for 18V-class batteries. The average battery capacity for this class is rated at 2.2 amp-hours. | |
| Charge Time |
60 min P116 Charger - Battery charge-time is about average for this class battery. If you only have one battery, or you go through multiple batteries on the job-site, charge-time is an important consideration. | |
| Fuel Gauge |
No Battery Fuel Gauge - Not equipped with a battery charge indicator that alerts you to remaining battery life or if the batteries are running low. Sudden battery failure during the job is a common frustration. | |
| Backup | 2 Batteries Included - It's important to have a second back-up battery for the Ryobi P815 that's charged and ready to go. Makes it easy to swap-out batteries during the job with minimal down-time. | ✔ |
| CONVENIENCE RATINGS | ||
| Weight | 3 lbs Tool Plus Battery - It is 37% lighter than average and ranks in the top 20% of 18V-class drills for lower weight. It weighs 1.7 lbs less than the average 4.7 lb cordless drill in this class and should decrease operator fatigue. | ✔ |
| Length | Cordless drill length is a personal preference, but shorter is generally better to help you in close quarters such as under a sink, or drilling in-between studs. Torque is harder to handle if the drill is too short though. | |
| Spindle Lock |
One-Hand Bit Change - This single-sleeve chuck has auto spindle lock. The drill bit can be changed with only one hand by simply spinning the chuck open to release the bit, and counter-spinning it to tighten. | ✔ |
| LED Light |
No LED Light - The Ryobi P815 does not have an integrated LED light that Illuminates your work area. This feature is extremely useful, but is obviously not essential if you have secondary lighting available. | |
| Belt Hook |
No Belt Hook - There is no provision to hang the drill on your belt and free-up both hands to perform other tasks. You may be able to purchase a separate belt clip that can be attached to the drill. | |
| Side Handle |
No Side Handle - Side handles are a great safety feature and should be considered if you plan to drive at higher torque levels. They can help prevent injury by providing increased stability and control. | |
| Bubble Level |
No Bubble Level - This feature is only available on a few drills and can be helpful in situations where precision holes are critical for alignment. Most projects can be performed with just visual sighting. | |
| Keyless | Keyless Chuck - Nearly all cordless drills are now equipped with keyless chucks that can be tightened with both hands (double-sleeve) or just one hand (single-sleeve) without the use of a key. | ✔ |
| VSR | VSR - Most cordless drills are equipped with variable speed capability that can be controlled with simple trigger pressure. Reverse is usually performed with the push of a side-to-side button. | ✔ |
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