Ryobi RY40640VNM

This Ryobi battery-powered hedge trimmer was overall a very good performer. It excelled at trimming bamboo branches in our testing, tackling even the thickest stalks with ease. It was one of the louder units we evaluated at the ear of the operator.

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How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.

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What goes into the Overall Score?

Trimming

/ 5

Handling

/ 5

Safety

/ 5

Run time

/ 5

Charge time

/ 5

Noise

/ 5

About

The Ryobi RY40640VNM is part of the Hedge Trimmers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Hedge Trimmers models like the RY40640VNM are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Trimming: The ability to cut through branches quickly and smoothly with minimal resistance. Tested on bamboo as it provided a tough but consistent challenge.

Handling: An evaluation of how easy the unit is to handle, taking into account weight, balance, ability to cut horizontally.

Safety: An evaluation of the safety features present on the unit.

Features & Specs

Features

Protective sheath

Yes

Specs

Weight (lbs.)

8.8

Claimed max branch size (in.)

Bar length tested (in.)

Amps

Cord length (in.)

Volts

Warranty (yrs.)

Battery warranty (yrs.)

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Ryobi RY40640VNM

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