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Ryobi OED1850 review

Ryobi OED1850

CHOICE Expert Rating

72%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Very easy to use.
  • Equal quietest edger in test.
  • Battery can be used with other compatible Ryobi products .
  • 2-year warranty.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK performance on hard and soft edges.
  • Only ran for 7min 15sec on a full battery (we used a 25Ah battery and charger kit; $119).
  • Sprays a lot of soil around.
  • Slows noticeably in thicker grass.

Type

Type
Cordless

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
72%
Performance score – hard edges
65%
Performance score – soft edges
65%
Ease of use score
83%
Year tested
2017

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$288.00

Specifications

Blade length (cm)
22
Claimed noise (dB)
Not stated
Engine capacity (cc)
N/A
Motor power (W)
Not stated
Warranty (years)
2
Noise measured at operator's position (dB)
75
Noise measured at 7.5m (dB)
63
Number of depth positions
4
Weight (kg)
3.8
Depth range (mm)
6 to 38
Country of origin
China
Website
ryobi.com.au

Features

Assembly required
Yes (need to assemble shaft)
Telescopic handle
Adjustable front handle
Edging guide tongue
Safety interlock switch

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