Impact Wrench - Ozito Vs Ryobi

aussiecageman on 26/05/2025 - 12:25
Last edited 27/05/2025 - 08:29

Looking to grab a semi decent impact wrench for automotive and wood work. I can crack most bolts using cheat bar and breaker bar (cv nuts etc). However, I can't be arsed to ratchet out long bolts anymore and simply would prefer to torque out sub 200Nm bolts (e.g., control arm bolts etc.) using an impact wrench. I have some powertools in the Ryobi eco-system (including impact driver) along with two 4Ah batteries and two 2.5 Ah batteries. These are the generic ones, not the HP or edge.

Since most mid torque ryobis require HP or Edge batteries due to power draw, I'd reckon I'd need to at least buy 1 battery suited to the power draw of the tool. As such I am contemplating maybe settling for Ozito, and in one go also get an adaptor for Dyson vacuum. I think I'd prefer the Ozito adaptor for Dyson considering ergonomics, as the Ryobi adaptor looks mega clunky.

So, what are people's experience with Ozito PXBWS-400? Has anyone used both Ryobi RIW18C and Ozito 400 Nm?

My reasoning/ budgeting so far is leaning to Ozito, as I'd get more batteries, roughly same torque for a semi-frequently used power tool and a more ergonomic handling of Dyson.

I am also happy to consider other brands, but these two were my first options considering they're of comparable pricing.

Ozito PXBWS-400 $189
Ozito 4Ah 3 pack $99
Ozito charger $25
Ozito to dyson $35
Total $348

Ryobi RIW18C $269
Ryobi RB1850X $169
Ryobi to dyson $35
Total 473

Edit: Toolpro 700 Nm impact wrench was suggested as well, which can be bought now in an impact wrench kit (wrench+battery+charger) $209

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    Toolpro 700 Nm
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    Other, see comment
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    Ryobi RIW18C
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    Ozito PXBWS-400
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Comments

  • Jimothy Wongingtons on 26/05/2025 - 12:39
    +4

    Personally been eyeing the Ozito PXBWS-400 - but waiting for Aldi to do their version so Bunnings will hit back with a price match lol

    • StingyBritches on 26/05/2025 - 13:05
      +4

      Jimothy, we've had this discussion before about your Ozito obsession and influencing other people (moi) to join your Ozito-enabling! 😥

      • Jimothy Wongingtons on 26/05/2025 - 13:06
        +2

        One of us
        One of us

        • StingyBritches on 26/05/2025 - 13:20
          +3

          Scotty, Jimothy keeps teasting me! Waaaah!

      • Dr Phil on 27/05/2025 - 19:12
        -4

        Well it comes down to how often the tool will be used.
        Ozito is regarded as "occassional use" by "home handyman"

        Judging by the specs for the shortlisted models, the Ryobi is way ahead on all fronts so thats my choice.
        4 gears/speeds on the Ryobi is always better than 3 speeds on the Ozito (not sure about the quoted variable speed in the bullet points)
        And torque on the Ryobi is much better as well

        The Ryobi also has a higher user rating and from lots more users - says it all

        Here is what Ryobi HP series is all about:

        RYOBI has created the HPâ„¢ range of 18V ONE+ power tools and garden equipment that are engineered to meet the demands of tougher, complex tasks that require more power and longer battery runtimes. HPâ„¢ tools outperform standard tools yet still use the same 18V ONE+ battery platform

  • payless69 on 26/05/2025 - 12:41
    +2

    Automotive work: Pros use Dewalt! Ref torquetestchannel

    Woodwork? Chippies swear by Makita.

    • aussiecageman on 26/05/2025 - 12:46

      Watching torque test channel makes me wanna buy the Makita 1inch avil 40V beast.

      https://youtu.be/ranDO6UytDU?feature=shared

      Overkill, yes. Out of budget, yes.

      Do I still want it? Yes.

      • payless69 on 26/05/2025 - 13:39

        Put it on afterpay or zip pay or like
        then sell fresh undies to them chippies…

  • geekcohen on 26/05/2025 - 12:41
    +1

    I can only comment on the Ozitio as I am hugely into that ecosystem and its great. I haven't had an issue and used it on my wheels for car, trailer and caravan. Its very good and had no issues.

    I think it is good bang for buck.

  • Hugh G Rection on 26/05/2025 - 12:51
    +2

    go ozito, they are the same, but ozito is cheaper. i have a mixture of ozito and makita. i pretty much wait for an ozito sale to expand my range.

  • L0zBargain on 26/05/2025 - 12:53
    +2

    Ozito 5 year warranty is great

    • Hugh G Rection on 26/05/2025 - 13:09
      +1

      agreed.

      no issues with my tools, but my mate went to bunnings for a warranty on a drill, and it was super easy. they just took the old one and gave him a new one.

      • L0zBargain on 26/05/2025 - 14:09
        +1

        Yup, same with my whipper snipper.

    • Protractor on 26/05/2025 - 13:25
      +2

      Make sure you flog it to death in the first couple of years.

  • apaul on 26/05/2025 - 13:13
    +2

    with regards to dyson , we now use Ryobi Brushless vacuum and is great. replaced two dysons before we made the switch to ryobi.

    • Protractor on 26/05/2025 - 13:25
      +2

      Dyson, the koolaid of suckers

  • mapax on 26/05/2025 - 13:45
    +2

    There was a similar themed thread not long ago which may be of help.
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/905745

    • aussiecageman on 26/05/2025 - 14:26

      Noticed that one and read through the comments. Some mentioned Ozito 400 but stated to use it for "bolts you don't care about" or something along the like. So wasn't too sure about the hammering quality of the wrench. Seems people here so far seem happy with it.

      Considering I can add the 3/8" Ozito ratchet to the budget and still be 50 bucks lower than the Ryobi budget, I might grab Ozito stuff.

      • Euphemistic on 26/05/2025 - 21:33
        +1

        Getting the ryobi without the battery is cheaper.

        Ive got a ryobi impact. Its older, brushed version but it works fine with a 2ah battery, as well as bigger batteries. Havent found a nut i couldnt crack with it yet, including CV nuts.

  • Euphemistic on 26/05/2025 - 15:46
    +1

    Does the ryobi really need a special battery? The existing 4ah you have should put out more current than the 2.5ah. Itll likely do the job just fine. I cant see an impact driver being a massive power draw, the hard work is done by rhe hammer action, not raw grunt of the motor like a circular saw needs.

    Theyve likely tried to tell us the HP range needs soecial batteries just to get you to buy more.

  • brendanm on 26/05/2025 - 17:40
    +1

    Not sure if correct, but the ozito looks much longer than the Ryobi. The smaller the better. I also can't see anything about that Ryobi needing the higher discharge rate batteries.

  • trex on 26/05/2025 - 19:59
    +1

    I purchased PXBWS-400 a month ago. Very happy with it, able to loosen wheel nuts at the medium setting.

  • backupper1 on 27/05/2025 - 07:56
    +1

    I haven’t used it but the specs and the reviews all look top notch:
    https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/toolpro-toolpro-18v-brus…

    • aussiecageman on 27/05/2025 - 08:10

      Very solid option with 700 Nm torque! Definitely gives the others a ride for their money in terms of spec!

  • backupper1 on 27/05/2025 - 08:18
    +1

    also, Linkt 15% off might be applicable on it.

    • aussiecageman on 27/05/2025 - 08:22

      I've updated the post and will do some research on battery adaptors. Toolpro batteries do not appear to be as available as others. So if I can find an ozito to toolpro/Worx adaptor, this could be a game changer.

      209 for a tool pack (wrench, battery, charger) that smacks 700Nm. Then I can get the ozito batteries, Dyson adaptor, and ozito to Worx adaptor separate and have cheaper batteries and potentially a good tool.

      3 years warranty vs 5.

      Choices..

  • peteru on 28/05/2025 - 15:11
    +1

    I've had bad experience with Ryobi long term support of products. When they update their range, parts and accessories for the older models disappear and you are stuck with something that could be fixed with a $5 part that no one has.

    As far as the Ozito range goes, if you can, spend the extra $ on a brushless version. I've got the cheapie and while it works, I really don't like the sparks or the smell. I also have no idea how I will know when the graphite will need replacing, other than take it apart every now and then and check the condition.

    • peteru on 28/05/2025 - 15:13
      +1

      Oh, never mind, you are already considering the brushless version - GOOD!

  • jocro on 29/05/2025 - 16:13

    I've been using a Ryobi RIW18X with standard 4Ah batteries for a couple years (weekend DIY) and it's been well worth the money. Has effortlessly broken loose every bolt I've ever used it on including 20 year old crank bolts, subframes and axle nuts. I've also got their 3/8 ratchet (Ozito doesn't have an equivalent) and it's great for most engine bay work. Can't speak from experience but I'd guess Ozito's parts support would be no better than Ryobi's - By the time the warranty runs out the model will be long superseded anyway

    • aussiecageman on 29/05/2025 - 20:24
      +1

      Thanks for the insight on RIW18X. 900 Nm is nice capacity. Still tossing up what to grab, so will scout the net for a bit more.

      Re: 3/8 ratchet, ozito has one like Ryobi. But Ryobi also has extended neck 3/8 ratchet.

      • peteru on 30/05/2025 - 12:34
        +1

        Can't you mix and match after market accessories? Buy the tool on it's own merits and then worry about the accessories if/when you have the need?

        There's not much point in having an extended neck ratchet included with the tool, if there's something about the tool that's not right.

        Speaking of which, maybe you want to get yourself into a store and hold the various options in hand. Sometimes it's about the in-hand ergonomics as much as it is about the on-paper specs.

        • aussiecageman on 30/05/2025 - 16:03

          Agreed, definitely need to swing the tools around before purchase! No use in buying a boulder of a wrench

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