Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 1/2' Hammer Drill Driver Review | Model PBLHM101B

The New Ryobi 18V HP Hammer Drill PBLHM101K features a brushless motor, 750 in-lbs. of torque, 0-31,000 BPM, 2-speed gearbox delivers up to 2,100 rpm, 24-position clutch, and a ratcheting metal chuck.

The18V ONE+ HP Brushless 1/2" Hammer Drill Driver features the brand’s most advanced battery electronics to date in order to give this tool cooler operation, better runtime, and quicker drilling.

The 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 1/2" Hammer Drill Driver features a two-speed gearbox that delivers between 0-500 rpm in low speed, and between 0-2,100 rpm in high speed. It delivers between 0-31,000 BPM, drilling through masonry faster than the brand’s previous tools.

An all-metal, keyless, ratcheting 1/2″ chuck holds bits securely while simultaneously allowing for quick and convenient bit changes. This chuck will not get chewed up like plastic ones if used in overly tight situations where the chuck might rub on other material.

The Ryobi HP 18V Hammer Drill sells exclusively through The Home Depot—either in-store or online. It comes packaged as either a bare tool (PBLHM101B), kit (PBLHM101K), or as part of a two-tool combo set (PBLCK02K).

You can pick up the Ryobi PBLHM101K hammer drill kit for $179. It comes with a 4Ah High-Performance battery, charger, auxiliary handle, and tool bag. It also comes with Ryobi’s 3-year warranty.

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[jasonjames]

I’m not ashamed to say I couldn’t figure out how to attach the handle to the hammer drill. Thanks for showing me :-)

[kvernesdotten]

I really think Ryobi have come a long way. Some of their tools still have some issues, and some of their tools still are outright bad, but most of their stuff is getting really good, and they show alot of willingness to improve. For instance, their old brushless hammer drill was pretty good, powerfull motor (apart from a bit too aggressive overload protection) but the chuck was really bad and would let go of anything i put in there sooner or later. These new ones seems to have alot better ratcheting chucks.

Also have this sneaky feeling that much of the quality uplift is from using stuff from older generation Milwaukees. Alot if the build materials seems to be the exact same. If that is true then the trickling down of older, but higher quality tech is awesome for consumers. Sure its not industrial grade, but its miles above the average IKEA drill or whatever someone would buy just for the sake of having a drill. I'm pretty sure that "regular" people collectively buy alot more tools than professionals do, so better technology at better prices affect ALOT of people out there!

[timraber]

Good review. I bought the last Ryobi brushless hammer drill a few years ago when it was offered with the two batteries and a free tool. It’s still meets my needs. I do like the HP line of tools and will move up as needed. One of the thing the new HP line did was take away the magnet on the base of the tool, I have always found that feature useful to keep up with extra screws. I do like the extra light. I guess I can’t have it

[donnysanner]

Anyone worth their salt shouldn't bash you much because your right. I can however see a inexperienced person trying to run a larger bit in low gear with and ending up with a sprained or broken wrist. TTI is definitely going after the cheaper Dewalt tools and from what I've seen they are succeeding with this new line of tools. Great video as usual.

[mikek]

You know it's a good drill when the reviewer can only nitpick about the aux handle being maybe a bit longer and the trigger grip style, which is about as subjective as there can be, not to his liking. I know most people who tune into these type of channels are gear heads so Ryobi is almost always frowned upon right out of the gate. But lets get real here. For what this drill costs, especially in a package with impact driver, and the performance I saw in this video, I'd say this is a damn fine piece of gear and it would serve any DIYer and homeowner very well. I'm pretty impressed with the recent Ryobi HP stuff. I like where they are going.

[jeremyfisher]

I enjoy your videos, you present the pros and cons very well. I love my green tools as a serious DIY guy. Some I’ve returned and bought pro grade brands because the tool wasn’t up to snuff. I can appreciate an honest review and not be butt hurt if it fails a test. I’ve made a few purchases based on your reviews and they were spot on. Thanks from NC.

[mustigen]

I own the RPD18X and buyed this in Germany at BAUHAUS. I think the RPD18X is the european similar Model to the PBLHM101 with one little difference. On Paper they have difference Torque: RPD18X=95Nm, PBLHM101=85Nm
I am very satisfied with this Tool. It makes fun to work with. Good Test and a professional Video 👍

[chillsteplife]

Thanks for your honest review I am a DIY kinda guy and I appreciate the time and effort you spend to make these fair constructive reviews.

[Lucas_sGarage]

old ryobi user here, im really impress with this new drill i was gona buy milwakee but for less mmoney its really good drill

[paulalsup]

Good vid. I think this helped your point with proper battery implementation. Glad you mentioned the minimum recommended battery on the tool label. I like this drill more after seeing what you've done with it here. Might be a new addition to my collection. Thank you!

[rashewhite]

I like your review you speak on safety and the truth of your usage on the drill

[TheSonsOfSimon]

I get the impression that you are not a big fan of Ryobi. No prob - there are tools for everybody’s interests and price range!

I love Milwaukee, but for the price, Ryobi is hard to beat!

[ewjomega]

I have this tool and I love the grip, it fits my hand perfectly

[joedirt]

It's not cutting out due to lack of power. It's doing it to prevent you from ripping your arm off. It's a built in feature, I'm surprised you don't know this.

[djjd]

Outstanding video. A couple of points. It seems that the HP tools with the extra prongs seem to work pretty good where as the HP tools without the extra prongs simply don't impress. Second I think at least the brushless tools from Ryobi are good enough to build a house. However, I said a house not houses. I don't believe no matter what they claim their not professional grade tools to used hard day in and day out. Just my opinion YMMV. And last the famed 1911 has the best trigger.

[MrRubenrivera]

love ryobi they hold their own 4 the serious d-i-y-e-r and beginner contractor or pro

[AndrewSanjanwala]

One "OMG Youtube Comment's prove you wrong!" correction: The prior generation (P251) came with an (awkward) Auxiliary handle which could be faced either left or right through the plastic body above the trigger. The new handle is what they should have done the first time.

[fiercelyfluffy]

Ryobi has had at least 2 other drills that have had auxiliary handles. I would assume at least one or two more, such as their brushed hammerdrill with 600+" lbs, but I personally own two that have auxiliary handles, one (old) also had a depth gauge

[heckeepagan]

From my understanding . this new line of Ryobi. Is there pro end. Not diy. I've seen it preform better than a few Dewalt. 😁😁😁

[georgefredericks]

The 6ah batterie that I have, both older and the newest ones, both have the extra contacts. I have this drill and the one that was slightly older. Good video.