New Tools Worth Knowing About: 8 Releases from Ego, Milwaukee, and Ryobi

Introduction

Three major tool brands have rolled out a wave of new products for 2025, and the lineup covers more ground than you might expect. Ego adds a portable misting fan and a compact pressure washer, Milwaukee targets trade professionals with an MX Fuel electrofusion processor, and Ryobi delivers five practical accessories ranging from step drill bits to pressure washer upgrades. Some are genuinely new tool categories, others are smart add-ons for gear you may already own. Here is what each one offers and who it makes sense for.

Ego POWER+ 10-Inch Oscillating Misting Fan

Ego already makes a larger misting fan that works well, but it was somewhat cumbersome to carry around. The new 10-inch oscillating misting fan packs the same idea into a smaller, far more portable body. It delivers up to 1,700 CFM and air speeds up to 20 mph, with three oscillating modes and three misting modes so you can tune the cooling to your liking.

The oscillation can be set to 60, 120, or 180 degrees, and two misting nozzles support high, medium, and low mist settings. You can connect it to a garden hose or drop the attached hose into a bucket, so you are never anchored to one spot. It is portable enough to take on a boat, drawing water straight from the lake while running on battery power. It is IPX4 weather resistant and rated for up to 60 hours of run time on low with a 5Ah Ego battery, though buying into the battery platform adds cost if you are not already there.

Ego POWER+ 2100 PSI Compact Pressure Washer

Ego also introduced a 2100 PSI compact pressure washer to sit alongside its existing 3200 PSI model. The pitch is portability: a smaller, lighter unit for people who do not want to deal with gas, accepting that it will not be as powerful as a bigger machine.

It connects to a garden hose or uses the included siphon hose to draw water from a bucket, which makes it fully portable for washing a boat at the lake, cleaning an RV, or refreshing a driveway. The flow rate tops out at 1.2 gallons per minute, so it is not aimed at huge jobs, but for light cleaning tasks where convenience matters more than raw power, it fits well.

Milwaukee MX Fuel Electrofusion Processor

Milwaukee is preparing a new MX Fuel electrofusion processor aimed squarely at trade professionals. It can fuse couplings up to 8 inches and saddles up to 12 inches without the hassle of a generator or extension cords.

The headline claim is transportability: at up to 40% lighter than comparable setups, it is designed to move with a professional’s workflow. Details and imagery are limited so far, with no hands-on impressions yet, but for pipe trades pros already running MX Fuel, it is one to keep on the radar.

Ryobi 3-Piece Titanium Step Drill Bit Set

Step drill bits have always been handy but pricey, and Ryobi’s new three-piece titanium step drill bit set addresses that at $24.97. The bits are designed to produce burr-free holes in metals and plastics and are ideal for drilling and enlarging existing holes.

There is no hands-on testing verdict yet, but for someone who only occasionally needs a step bit and wants one in the toolbox without paying premium prices, this set is an easy low-risk buy.

Ryobi Hedge Debris Collector

If you already own a pair of hedge trimmers, this accessory changes the cleanup equation. The hedge debris collector attaches to catch clippings as you trim, so debris does not end up scattered across the ground for a second cleanup pass later.

It is priced at $39 and billed as an upgrade for faster, cleaner hedge maintenance. One practical touch is that it is reversible, so emptying the collected debris is simple. It is admittedly a new category with no long-term verdict yet, and it may add some bulk to the trimmer, but the concept is genuinely appealing for regular hedge upkeep.

Ryobi Automotive Pressure Washer Accessory Kit

Spring cleaning season is exactly when this kit earns its keep. The Ryobi automotive pressure washer accessory kit, at $49.97, bundles nozzles and attachments designed for washing cars, SUVs, trucks, boats, and utility vehicles.

It is compatible with cordless electric pressure washers up to 3,000 PSI at 1.8 gallons per minute, so it works alongside a wide range of machines, not just Ryobi models. If you already own a pressure washer and want to expand what it can do for vehicle care, this is the simplest path.

Ryobi Pressure Washer Premium Foam

For those who want more soap capacity with their electric pressure washer, the pressure washer premium foam unit offers a 34 oz tank at $44.97. That is a lot of detergent in one fill, which means fewer interruptions mid-wash.

It is compatible with most pressure washer brands up to 3600 PSI, so it pairs with more than just Ryobi machines. For anyone doing frequent vehicle washes or large surface cleaning with detergent, the bigger tank is the practical draw.

Ryobi 50 Ft High-Pressure Flexible Hose

Ryobi also released a new 50-foot high-pressure flexible hose priced at $59.97. It is built with maximum durability and flexibility in mind and reaches further than shorter stock hoses, so you spend less time repositioning the washer itself.

It is compatible with most pressure washers up to 3600 PSI, so just verify your machine’s rating before upgrading. A real plus is that these hoses are expected to be carried in store at The Home Depot, meaning you can walk in and grab a replacement mid-project instead of waiting for an online order to arrive.

Buying Advice

These releases split neatly into two groups. The Ego misting fan and compact pressure washer, plus the Milwaukee electrofusion processor, are standalone products that make sense if they match a specific need: portable cooling, light-duty electric cleaning, or professional pipe fusion. The Ryobi items, on the other hand, are mostly accessories that upgrade gear you may already own, so the main check is compatibility. Verify your pressure washer’s PSI rating before buying any of the pressure washer add-ons, and note that battery-powered Ego tools carry extra cost if you are not already on the platform.

Conclusion

The standout themes here are portability and convenience. Ego shrunk two proven products into easier-to-carry versions, Milwaukee lightened a heavy-duty trade tool, and Ryobi rounded out its accessory lineup at accessible price points. If any of these match a real task on your list, each one offers a clear reason to buy rather than a speculative one.