TLDR Review: Ryobi RY40811 Snow Blower
Pros
- •Strong performance with the convenience of cordless operation and a brushless motor.
- •Includes two 40V batteries, each lasting around 25 to 45 minutes under moderate use, with a handy belt pouch for carrying a spare battery.
- •Lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it perfect for tight spaces like stairs and sidewalks.
- •Effective for clearing snow up to inches deep on sidewalks, decks, and small driveways, even handling heavier, wet snow with some effort.
- •Neat, welesigned, and nearly flawless appearance, impressing users with its quality for a refurbished unit.
- •Clear battery life indicator helps reduce guesswork during use.
- •Spare parts, including motor and control components, are reasonably priced and accessible.
- •Low ejector chute design easily manages snow walls over three feet high.
- •Starting and operation are straightforward when instructions are followed.
- •Compact and useriendly enough for people who may not have a lot of physical strength.
Cons
- •Battery life tends to be shorter than expected under heavy or continuous workloads, sometimes around 15 minutes, which can limit longer jobs.
- •Motor relay and power delivery reliability issues reported by some users, with sudden stops or failure to start (only a clicking sound).
- •Performance and durability may not match up to traditional gaowered snow blowers for long-term heavy use.
- •Occasional problems with paper or debris getting caught, making cleaning the chute tricky.
- •Assembly requires careful handling of small parts, which can be a minor hassle.
- •Some users report overall disappointing performance or malfunctions that may require repair.
Bottom Line
The Ryobi RY40811 40V Brushless Cordless 20 in. Snow Blower is a strong choice if you want a lightweight, cordless snowblower perfect for small to medium jobs like clearing sidewalks and moderately sized driveways in dry or slightly heavy snow. Its dual batteries and brushless motor deliver surprisingly solid power for a cordless unit, but expect limited runtime and occasional reliability issues compared to gas models. If you need a snow blower mainly for light to medium snow and value portability and easy handling, this could be a great fit. However, if you’re tackling large areas or heavy, wet snow regularly, you might want to consider gas-powered alternatives for long-term durability.
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