The Daily Star's resident 'I don't garden much, but when I do, I use the big tools' expert Adam Cailler tried out two of Ryobi's top gardening tools from the 18V ONE+™ range: the EZ REACH™ Cordless Telescopic Pole Hedge Trimmer (RY18PHT40A-120) and the Cordless Patio Cleaner with Wire Brush (RY18PCC-120). Both tools run on the same interchangeable 18V ONE+ battery system, allowing the battery to be swapped between them.
Ryobi 18V ONE+ EZ REACH Pole Hedge Trimmer
The RY18PHT40A-120 eliminates the need for wobbly ladders and extension cords when tackling tall hedges. Its telescopic pole allows users to reach heights of up to 4 metres while keeping both feet on the ground. Ryobi has made this model 19% lighter than its predecessors thanks to a lightweight aluminium shaft.
Key features include an articulating head that pivots 150° across 6 different positions, diamond-ground blades that cut through branches up to 18mm thick, and a HedgeSweep™ attachment that sweeps clippings away as you cut. The kit, including a 2.0Ah battery and charger, is priced at £149.99.
Ryobi 18V ONE+ Cordless Patio Cleaner
The RY18PCC-120 Cordless Patio Cleaner uses a wire brush spinning at 1,300 RPM to remove weeds, grass, and moss from block paving cracks without manual scraping. It features an adjustable telescoping pole for comfortable posture, a tool-free wheel change mechanism for when the wire brush wears down, and a built-in keyhole hanger for storage. The kit, including a 2.0Ah battery and charger, is priced at £99.99.
The Verdict
These two tools complement each other for a full garden tidy-up. Because both use Ryobi's universal ONE+ battery system, buying both kits provides two batteries to rotate between, offering effectively continuous runtime. They deliver maximum impact with minimal physical strain at a price point suitable for the average homeowner.
