PSA Ridgid 9Ah Batteries

[xcaret]

For those using Ridgid cordless tools, the big 9Ah battery is on clearance at Home Depot for $100
Regular price is $200

 

[Srt4eric]

What's the bluetooth for?

 

[Patio]

I was wondering the same thing!
The Bluetooth® functionality unlocks the job site with the ability to enhance security, set notifications, and check battery status. This battery is backed by the RIDGID 3-Year Limited Warranty.

 

[sfsuphysics]

Maybe to setup some virtual fence that doesn't allow the battery to work unless it's in the proximity to prevent theft of tools on a job site?

 

[Srt4eric]

They do make clip on adapters so you can use other batteries with other brand tools.

 

[Srt4eric]

Milwaukee has bluetooth so you can track if they come up missing.

 

[xcaret]

I believe the Bluetooth is to “lock” the battery in case it gets “lost” and with the proper app, your tool becomes smarter?
I don’t care about the Bluetooth connectivity, just a longer strong run time on circular saws.
I have the Ridgid 7 1/4” double bevel sliding saw and that battery does make a difference vs the commonly found 4Ah. I love this saw since is light and compact; 2x4’s and 2x6’s are the most common pieces of wood I come across and the Bosch 10” is heavy.
The other useful tool to pair it with would be a roto-hammer but I have a small corded one that does great; unless I come across an extremely cheap Ridgid cordless roto-hammer, I won’t bother; a hammer drill does the job for me.

 

[Twisted]

I have the dewalt 9ah battery and it doesn’t die. I could take it to a job site and not charge it for a week

 

[xcaret]

I have the dewalt 9ah battery and it doesn’t die. I could take it to a job site and not charge it for a week

Yeah; it is a score from different manufacturers.
If I come across Dewalt on sale, will post it.

 

[ashburn2k]

Don’t forget us ryobi crowds

 

[xcaret]

Don’t forget us ryobi crowds

No worries; I’ll post if I see a really good deal on Ryobi; so far the best on batteries is after the holiday season; the twin pack 4Ah goes down to ~$50.

 

[ashburn2k]

I think the best deal happens around thanksgiving

 

[xcaret]

I think the best deal happens around thanksgiving

January is clear everything left over from the holiday season; believe me, I've purchased twin packs of the 4Ah batteries for $50.

 

[TurboReef]

If your going to buy reasonably priced quality tools dewalt, makita or Milwaukee

 

[ashburn2k]

Not true, I’ve had my ryobi drivers with me for more than 8 years, and I’m really rough with my tools. They are still working great.

I had doubt with ryobi in the beginning, and would’ve gladly switch over to Milwaukee. But turns out I don’t need to.

 

[TurboReef]

To each there own.

 

[xcaret]

Don’t forget us ryobi crowds

HD has two 4Ah+ charger for $100 plus a free tool...