Ryobi PCL265 Impact Review
Our verdict
The Ryobi PCL265 is an 18V cordless impact wrench on the Ryobi ONE+ platform, priced at $113.90 with a 4.6-star rating from 863 reviews. It is the natural choice for the large community of Ryobi ONE+ users who want a solid impact wrench without switching battery ecosystems.
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Ryobi ONE+ battery platform owners who want to add an impact wrench to their tool collection at a mid-range price with strong owner satisfaction scores.
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You do not own Ryobi ONE+ batteries and would need to start fresh, making a platform investment less cost-effective than a self-contained kit from another brand at a similar price.
- Voltage 18 Volts
- Weight 4.2 Pounds
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 863 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
863 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other power tools and workshop machinery we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Ryobi PCL265 runs on the Ryobi ONE+ 18V platform, which is one of the widest battery ecosystems in the consumer and prosumer tool market. At 4.2 pounds it matches the DEWALT DCF892B in weight, and at $113.90 it undercuts the DEWALT by nearly $50. For ONE+ owners, that math is straightforward.
With 863 reviews at 4.6 stars, the PCL265 has a larger review pool than several higher-priced competitors in this batch, including the CRAFTSMAN CMCF921B and ONEAND PBLIW01B. No monthly sales figure is recorded in the available data, which limits demand-signal comparison against the higher-volume sellers in this batch.
The 18V ONE+ platform delivers solid cordless performance for automotive maintenance, assembly, and general construction fastening. Based on specs and verified owner reviews, the PCL265 hits the right balance of price, weight, and brand ecosystem confidence for its target buyer.
Pros
- 4.6-star rating from 863 reviews is a strong confidence signal at the $113.90 price point
- Fits the Ryobi ONE+ 18V platform, one of the broadest battery ecosystems in the prosumer market
- 4.2-pound weight is practical for general-purpose corded and fastening tasks
- Price of $113.90 undercuts comparable DEWALT platform tools by a meaningful margin
Cons
- No monthly sales data in the available listing, making live demand harder to gauge
- 18V ONE+ is a consumer-to-prosumer platform, not typically chosen for heavy commercial trade use
- No torque or RPM data published in the available specs for direct performance comparison
Specifications
| Voltage | 18 Volts |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4.2 Pounds |
Performance notes
The Ryobi PCL265 operates on the 18V Ryobi ONE+ cordless platform and weighs 4.2 pounds. No peak torque, IPM, or RPM figures are included in the available spec data. The 18V ONE+ platform powers a wide range of tools, and buyers can leverage existing batteries across drills, saws, and other Ryobi tools. The 4.2-pound weight is in line with mid-size cordless impact wrenches designed for automotive and construction fastening.
What buyers say
Owners consistently appreciate the PCL265's integration into the ONE+ platform, particularly buyers who already own multiple Ryobi tools and batteries. The 4.6-star average from 863 reviews suggests the tool meets or exceeds expectations for everyday fastening tasks. Buyers who come from professional-grade platforms occasionally note limitations compared to DEWALT or Milwaukee tools, but for the ONE+ platform user base the feedback is broadly positive.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryobi PCL265 compatible with older Ryobi 18V ONE+ batteries?
The PCL265 is listed as an 18V ONE+ tool. Ryobi's ONE+ system has broad backward compatibility, but you should verify specific battery compatibility on the Ryobi product page before purchasing with older batteries.
How does the PCL265 compare to the CRAFTSMAN CMCF921B?
Both are mid-range cordless impact wrenches priced around $99 to $114. The Ryobi PCL265 at $113.90 has more reviews (863 vs. 500) but on a different platform (18V ONE+ vs. CRAFTSMAN V20). Choose based on which battery ecosystem you already use.
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