12 Ryobi Gardening Tools That Are Under $100

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Nowadays, cordless power tools have the potential to transform the way we manage our gardens. And thanks to brands like Ryobi, they're available at surprisingly affordable prices. Sure, the brand's line of riding mowers are frequently priced in the thousands. And at the higher end of its brushless range of power tools, you're looking at hundreds of hard-earned dollars. But fear not, for there is also a long and growing list of highly-rated Ryobi finds that can be snagged for under $100.

Below, you'll find 12 useful Ryobi tools that can help you achieve greatness in the garden. Some will keep your hedges in check, and some will help to beat those that have grown beyond your control back into suitable submission. There are gadgets to ensure your grass is trimmed down to the finest detail, and if you're sowing it anew, you'll find equipment to make light work of even the largest of new lawns. All come under that magical $100 mark, and while there are some exceptions, most tie into one of Ryobi's patented battery systems, meaning you can simply hook them up to an existing battery collection.

There are plenty of reasons why you should consider striping your lawn. It looks great, for starters, lending a professional look to your garden. More than that, if done in moderation, it can also improve grass health by reducing rutting and encouraging upright growth. As for how to do it, you can buy lawn mowers with striping rollers built in. Alternatively, if you own a 20-inch or 21-inch Ryobi push mower, then you could use the brand's Lawn Striper Kit to upgrade your existing appliance.

The kit, which is priced at $99, comprises a long, cylindrical roller, which helps to define the lines of your lawn as you mow. You can fill the roller, too, which adds weight and helps to make your lawn stripes last longer. It comes with a funnel to help you fill it, and you can use either sand or water. Whichever you use, those who've bought the roller seem to agree that it was more than worth the investment. As one user put it, "I'm excited every time I put this on now as I know this is going to make my lawn the best looking in the neighborhood!"

Perhaps unsurprisingly, the best tool for maintaining a clean edge around your lawn is a dedicated garden edger. They're fitted with a blade that cuts a narrow, but defined, trench between your grass and your path or driveway. This, in turn, helps to prevent your grass from encroaching your hardscaped areas, especially if you line that trench with some grass-proof edging materials. First, though, you need to trim the edge, which is what Ryobi's Cordless Battery Edger is designed to do.

It's available at Home Depot for $99, which buys the edger tool along with Ryobi's Expand-It handle. This, in turn, is compatible with a variety of other heads, including a string trimmer, hedge trimmer, and more. One slight drawback is that it doesn't come with a battery, although that won't be an issue if you already own Ryobi 18V tools. Some users have also said that the edger becomes bogged down in tough conditions, so that's worth bearing in mind, depending on the conditions in your garden. However, for the most part, users seem impressed by the tool and the ease with which it edges their gardens. As one buyer explained, "We have a lot of edging to do along the front and the back of our home. Everyone that sees it has gave me compliments saying how wonderful your edging looks."

Ryobi is one of several leaf blower brands that'll leave your yard spick and span, and even within the Ryobi range, there are several models to choose from. In this case, we're focusing on the 18V One+ Cordless Battery Leaf Blower/Sweeper, which is currently available at Home Depot for less than $80. It's not the biggest blower in Ryobi's line-up, and nor is it the most powerful. But that's the point. It offers the convenience of cordless blowing power to those with smaller yards, at a much more justifiable price point than larger, more powerful tools.

It's part of Ryobi's 18V One+ battery system, so if you have an existing green-and-black tool collection, it ought to fit right in. Saying that, the $79 price tag does also buy a battery and charger, so even if this is your first Ryobi buy, you'll be able to use it out of the box. And when you do, customer feedback seems to suggest that you'll be glad you bought it — provided that you don't expect it to handle larger cleanups. As one user said, "this blower does the job well for the occasional cleanup that I have to do." They added that it's both lightweight and inexpensive, and that compared to the on-off switch on other models, this one's variable speed trigger is an awful lot easier to use.

One of the easiest ways to improve curb appeal without hiring a professional landscaper is to keep your lawn's boundaries prim and proper. As we've discovered, maintaining edges around your driveway and along your pathways can help somewhat with this, especially if you fill those trenches with bricks or decorative pavers. But when the grass inevitably grows up against such materials, a string trimmer can help to cut it back where a regular mower might struggle. For this reason, we chose Ryobi's 18V One+ 10-inch Cordless Battery Trimmer to feature in this guide.

It's priced at $79, which buys the tool, plus a battery and charger. If you're willing to increase your budget to $138, you can also snag the previously-featured cordless leaf blower with a saving of $20. With or without the blower, Ryobi's trimmer comes highly rated. Its small, lightweight build curries favor among reviewers, as does the power that it brings to the party. Users suggest that runtime maxes out at around 30 minutes, which ought to be enough for smaller gardens. Alternatively, you could extend that with the addition of an extra battery. As one buyer put it, "It's a solid, no-fuss tool that works really well for basic yard maintenance — especially if you already own other Ryobi tools."

For your larger hedges and lawn edges, full-sized trimmers are generally the best tools. But for smaller-scale work, particularly those that require precision — like ornamental shrubs and hard-to-mow patches of grass — a scaled-down tool is more appropriate. For shrubs and tricky strips of lawn, the USB Lithium Shear Shrubber Kit is one of the most useful tools in Ryobi's line-up. It's priced at $59, and is powered by Ryobi's patented USB Lithium battery system.

As for what it is, it's a 2-in-1 kind of deal. As a shrubber, it lends the sort of finesse to your ornamental shrubs that's much trickier to achieve with large, full-sized trimmers. As a shear, it allows you to cut awkward patches of grass, like around your trees or in close proximity to your flowers. Now, as is to be expected with a smaller, USB-rechargeable battery, some customers have cited issues with runtimes. However, it's not designed to handle long, drawn-out gardening tasks. And while some have had problems with woodier branches, again, Ryobi states that the tool is designed for smaller hedges and delicate garden beds. If you buy it with those in mind, then overall customer feedback suggests that it'll prove a reliable partner. As one user summed it up, "Perfect for small, compact jobs in tight areas."

If the Expand-It string trimmer system from earlier caught your eye, then this one may also be of interest. Ryobi's Brush-Cutter Trimmer Attachment is designed to slot onto the same Expand-It handle that comes with the trimmer. However, whereas a trimmer is designed to whack weeds and trim grass around your flower beds, a brush cutter is more suitable than a string trimmer for heavier-duty clearance jobs. It features a metal tri-arc blade, which rotates and chops through thicker areas of weeds and brush. That blade is also reversible, so when it loses its edge, you can easily turn it over and give it a second lease of life.

It currently costs $79, although that price tag only buys the tool. Ryobi also states that it's compatible with most gas and cordless attachment-capable systems, which means you don't necessarily need to own the Expand-It system in order to use it. Either way, customers who've bought the tool seem impressed by its overall quality. As one explained, "Bought this for a overgrowth clearout job, was skeptical at first but this attachment absolutely tore through the garlic mustard overgrowth. A lot more durable than expected as well, hit a rock a couple times, surely thought it was going to be chipped or dinged and sure enough still looks brand new. Would absolutely recommend."

There's no shortage of green-and-black tools that can help make life easier in your garden. But one Ryobi tool that claims to be a game changer is its 18V One+ Cordless Compact Battery Cultivator. Like a regular-sized aerator, it's designed to help aerate your soil, fold in fertilizer, and effectively uproot your weeds. But its compact size makes it arguably more useful for gardens with limited growth.

It's priced at $99, which buys the tool only. However, if you already own a set of Ryobi 18V One+ tools, you'll be able to use it out of the box with one of your existing batteries. As for whether it's really a game changer, the reviews are largely positive. It's rated 4.2 stars overall, which is pretty strong. There are some buyers who've had problems with durability in tougher soil conditions, including issues with stripped gears and broken tines. However, if your soil is reasonably pliable, you should find that it's a handy tool for small-scale work. "The Ryobi handheld cultivator is just what I needed for my smaller raised flower beds," said one user, who added, "Gardening just got easier!"

Whereas Ryobi's shear/shrubber kit is designed for detail, its 18V One+ 22-inch Lithium-Ion Cordless Hedge Trimmer is built for lopping away leaves at scale. With a single charge of the 18V One+ battery, it yields up to 21 minutes of runtime. Its HEDGESWEEP debris remover makes it easy to sweep away clippings as you work, instead of leaving them hung up in the branches. And with a powerful motor yielding 3,200 strokes per minute, it's quite capable of handling most small-to-medium-sized hedges.

Another reason that gardeners love Ryobi's 22-inch cordless hedge trimmer is the price. At Home Depot, it currently retails for $99. Admittedly, that only buys the tool. However, that shouldn't matter if you already have Ryobi 18V batteries in your garage. Not only that, a 4.8-star rating should be enough to inspire confidence in those who've yet to secure their first Ryobi tools. "I hesitantly bought this," said one user. "In my mind, gas-powered is always better and more powerful. However, I was pleasantly surprised with how great these have worked so far. They are so light and I was able to make quick work of various bushes around the property!"

Whether you're spreading fertilizer across your lawn or sowing a new one entirely, a seed spreader tool can make the job much easier. Ryobi's 18V One+ Power Spreader draws on its patented and expandable 18V battery system to evenly distribute whichever granular goodies your garden needs. From seeds to weed control, an anti-clog mechanism ensures jam-free operation, while an adjustable flow rate allows you to spread with precision and avoid waste. It also features a gallon-sized tank, which can cover up to 5,000 square feet before requiring a refill.

You can currently buy the spreader for $49.97, although you may need to spend extra to power it since it doesn't come with a battery. You may also want to consider how you'll use it, since some buyers have had problems with jams and even stripped gears when using it to spread salt on their driveways. With that being said, the tool comes with Ryobi's 3-year tool warranty, which should help to alleviate any concerns about breakdowns under normal usage. And if you intend to use it for seeds only, then feedback from the majority of customers suggests that breakdowns are rarely a problem. "I purchased this product for the sole purpose of seeding and fertilizer in our large yard," said one 5-star reviewer. "And I would have to say it did an excellent job covering the area well."

Whether you're securing storm-damaged trees or doing your usual annual prune, a chainsaw is a useful tool for the job. Ryobi's 12V 6-inch Cordless Battery Compact Pruning Mini Chainsaw offers a useful "step down" from a full-sized chainsaw. It still tackles limbs and branches up to 4 inches thick, and delivers more than 30 cuts per charge of the built-in 12-volt battery. But its compact size makes it easier to use in awkward corners, or in areas where other, healthy branches might stand in the way of a full-sized tool.

The price is also a plus, in fact it's currently listed for $69, making it the cheapest tool in Ryobi's chainsaw line-up. It's also highly rated, with just 12 out of 123 reviewers having awarded it less than 4 stars. "This little saw is perfect for pruning or trimming limbs," said one buyer. "It's priced much lower than other battery powered saws and doesn't require chain oil."

Priced at $49.97, Ryobi's USB Lithium Cordless Compact Sprayer is a useful tool for small-scale spray jobs. You could use it to water a container garden and small flower beds, or to apply pest treatments to your worst-afflicted flowers. It draws power from the brand's USB Lithium battery system, removing the need for manual pumping, and on a single charge, it can deliver more than 40 tankfuls of whatever you need to spray. It can reach up to 18 feet, with an adjustable nozzle that switches between stream, fan, and mist settings. And it's compatible with a wider range of Quick Connect accessory tanks, allowing you to go up a size and reduce the need to refill.

Of course, whether Ryobi's compact chemical sprayer is worth buying will depend on your individual needs. But to-date, those who have used it seem fairly pleased with their purchase — especially those with smaller gardens. "Product was exactly what I needed," said one happy customer. "I have 8 to 10 veggies in pots on my deck and this is perfect for spraying insecticide on them. Really like the adjustable spray pattern."

If you need to prune chunkier branches, or are looking for a no-dig method to transplant an established shrub, a reciprocating saw is likely to be useful. Ryobi's 18V One+ Electric Cordless Pruning Reciprocating Saw is a good example of how. It handles up to, and over, 40 cuts per charge (using a 2Ah battery). It also features a fold-out branch hook, which increases control and reduces vibration when removing smaller limbs from your tree.

As for price, it's currently listed at Home Depot for $99.99. That buys the tool only, although you can buy it as a bundle with the battery and charger for an extra $30. Either way, the tool's reviews to-date also offer a high degree of confidence, yielding a total overall rating of 4.5 stars. Customers like that it includes a hook for added control, that it works quickly, and that in general, the tool is "Tuned to Prune." One buyer, who said "I love this product," explained, "It works great on the larger limbs that my loppers won't cut. I'm all for products that make my gardening easier. Sure beats my hand pruner."