If you’re already invested in the Ryobi ONE+ 18V system like I am, you’ll know the joy of swapping the same batteries between tools. I’ve got a growing collection at this point — from drills to patio cleaners — and more recently, even my Dyson vacuum thanks to the battery adaptor.
But here’s something I didn’t expect to love as much as I do: the Ryobi Cordless Weed Sprayer.
I picked one up to deal with weeds around the garden and driveway. Manual pump sprayers have always been a bit of a pain (literally), especially when you’re doing a big area. This Ryobi sprayer? Game-changer. You just pop in a battery, press a button, and it pressurizes itself. No pumping, no sore arms. It feels like the difference between hand-cranking a car window and pressing a button — once you go cordless, you don’t want to go back.
It has a 3.5L tank, which is plenty for my needs, and the built-in measuring cup makes it easy to mix up weed killer or whatever else I’m spraying. The spray lance tucks neatly into the handle for one-handed use, and there’s a nice adjustable nozzle that lets you go from fine mist to direct stream depending on the job.
Battery life is excellent. I use the same 5.0Ah battery that powers my other tools (and my Dyson!), and I’ve yet to run out of juice mid-job. Ryobi says it’ll run up to 12 hours on a full charge with that battery — I haven’t needed quite that long, but I believe it.
A few quick pros and cons from my experience:
Pros:
- Works with all my existing Ryobi ONE+ batteries
- No pumping required — pressurizes with a button
- Solid build and thoughtful design
- Great for small to medium garden spaces
- Easy to clean and store
Cons:
- The hose feels a little stiff at first, but it softens up with use
- It’s not meant for large-scale or commercial spraying (not a con for me, just worth noting)
If you’re already in the Ryobi ecosystem, this sprayer is an easy recommendation. And if you’re still using manual sprayers, this might be the nudge you need to upgrade.