Ridgid 18V Outdoor Power Equipment: First Look at the New Lawn Care Lineup

Introduction

Ridgid has officially entered outdoor power equipment, and the timing matters for anyone already invested in the brand’s 18V battery platform. The first-generation lineup covers the core homeowner lawn care jobs, and every tool is 100% compatible with existing Ridgid 18V batteries, so there is no need to buy into another battery system.

The launch selection includes a string trimmer, a blower, a brushless chainsaw, a hedge trimmer, a battery-powered auger, and a backpack sprayer. Most tools are available either as bare tools or as kits with a battery and charger, which gives existing Ridgid battery owners a cost-effective path into the line. Here is what each tool brings to the table.

Ridgid 18V String Trimmer

The string trimmer kicks off the system as a 14-inch brushless model. When you need to stretch runtime, the cutter head flips to run a more battery-efficient 12-inch cutting swath. It uses 0.095-inch line and offers a two-speed selection switch along with a variable speed trigger for fine control around flower beds and fence lines.

It is available as a bare tool or as a kit with a 4Ah battery and charger, making it an easy first pick for existing Ridgid 18V users.

Ridgid Outdoor Power Equipment Blower

Ridgid is no stranger to blowers, having produced job site models that double for lawn care for years, and that experience shows. This new outdoor model produces up to 510 CFM and 130 MPH, enough to move wet leaves and heavier debris.

Control comes from a variable speed trigger, plus a cruise control setting and a turbo button for stubborn patches. There is even a metal scraper on the nozzle for debris that refuses to budge. Like the trimmer, it comes as a bare tool or in a kit with a 6Ah Max Output battery and charger.

Ridgid Brushless 12-Inch Chainsaw

The line’s first chainsaw is a brushless, 12-inch, rear-handle design with a 10 meter per second chain speed and a recommended maximum cutting capacity of 10 inches. An automatic oiling system with a translucent reservoir lets you check oil levels at a glance.

One detail worth noting: the chain tensioner requires a tool, though that is fairly common in this class. It is sold as a bare tool or as a kit with a 6Ah Max Output battery.

Ridgid Hedge Trimmer

The hedge trimmer reads as a more developed tool than most first-generation offerings. Its 22-inch blades cut branches up to an inch in diameter, and an anti-jam design keeps cutting smooth through denser growth.

A 180-degree rotating handle makes angled cuts easier, and a magnesium gearbox keeps the overall weight down. It is available as a bare tool or as a kit with a 2Ah battery and charger.

Ridgid Battery Powered Auger

Few expected an earth auger in an initial OPE launch, and Ridgid surprised with a dual-battery brushless system designed to deliver gas-like performance. Two speeds are available, and an anti-kickback system protects you in a bind-up.

A quick-connect attachment system accepts the included 8-inch bit or other sizes you may need. It is sold as a bare tool or as a kit with two 4Ah batteries.

Ridgid Battery Powered Backpack Sprayer

The launch rounds out with a battery-powered backpack sprayer with a four-gallon translucent tank, making it easy to monitor liquid levels. On a single charge it can apply up to 105 gallons with a spraying distance of up to 37 feet.

The construction materials are rated to handle water, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, along with most lawn and garden chemicals. Pick it up as a bare tool or with a 2Ah battery and charger.

What’s Missing and What’s Coming

Looking over the lineup, the initial launch clearly targets homeowner needs first, though the tools also suit tradespeople who need to clear overgrowth on job sites from time to time. The most obvious gap is a lawnmower, which is not in the lineup yet but seems likely to arrive eventually.

Supporting that expectation: Ridgid is also releasing 8Ah and 12Ah EXP battery packs, and the fact that the auger already runs on two batteries suggests higher-draw tools are on the roadmap. Pricing was not available at the time of this writing, so check retailer listings for current numbers.

Buying Advice

If you already own Ridgid 18V tools, the bare tool versions are the smartest entry point since your batteries carry over. For homeowners starting fresh, the trimmer and blower kits cover the most frequent weekly tasks, while the chainsaw, hedge trimmer, auger, and sprayer fill seasonal roles. Waiting on pricing details before committing to a full set is a reasonable move given the lack of published numbers.

Conclusion

Ridgid’s first outdoor power equipment launch is a well-rounded starter system that makes genuine use of the existing 18V battery platform. The dual-battery auger and the high-capacity EXP batteries hint at more ambitious tools to come, and the missing lawnmower is the most likely next addition. For Ridgid users, this lineup removes the usual reason to look elsewhere for battery-powered lawn care.