Customer Reviews for RYOBI 15 Amp 12-1/2 in. Corded Thickness Planer with Planer Knives, Knife Removal Tool, Hex Key and Dust Hood

Planer arrived well-boxed and well-protected. Assembly is simple; attach height adjustment knob and vacuum output diverter. T-handle Allen wrench snaps into a holder so it is always handy for removing blade cover, vacuum diverter, knob, etc. Also, has snap-in places for two magnets used to change the blades. On-off switch has a safety feature where the yellow insert has to be in place to run. Planer head holds two blades that comes installed. Use a "square" to level the input and output tables to achieve a flat cut. It is a 15 amp motor so it needs a 20 amp circuit; ensure you have plenty of power and I would not use an extension cord. Attached is a video of it running. We are using it for our remodel projects to precisely fit custom trim. It is infinitely adjustable within the adjustment range. It weighs 60 or so lbs, so a two-man lift. It does a great job of smoothly planing. I used to work at a commercial planer manufacturer, so this is a very nice residential model.

RYOBI 15 Amp 12-1/2 in. Corded Thickness Planer with Planer Knives, Knife Removal Tool, Hex Key and Dust Hood I am really surprised at how quiet this planer is i mean don’t get me wrong it’s loud but not so loud that you can’t hear yourself think. I used a piece of scrap wood as a test piece in the video and wow it came out as smooth as glass. There was a bit if snipe at the front end but i may have caused that from the way i loaded into the machine while holding a camera. I think it would still be best to leave your work pieces extra long and cut them to length afterwards. The planer came with a tool to change out the cutting blades and two magnets to use during that process. The weight is listed as somewhere near 70lbs but it doesn’t seem that heavy to me. I can move it around for now then attach it to a base later on. The planer is pretty compact and you can fold its tables up and out of the way if you’re tight for space in your work area. You’ll have to remove the exhaust port to put up the out feed table but its only two screws so not that big of a deal. I would definitely recommend this item and I hope to get many years of service from it.

This a time saver and I am very happy with it!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this item a few weeks ago and it has been amazing I used it to planer and thickness lumber down over a 1/4 inch and it worked beautifully. Ryobi for the win again.

I need a planer for the odd thing I do. This planer fits the bill. It is good quality and good value

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ryobi planer has made a significant difference in my small workshop. I have used it to build multiple outside furniture projects. Great product to have in the shop.

This tool works great. Fits well in my small shop and is powerful enough for what I need.

Great product for the price

Great little unit for DIY'ers

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was looking for an affordable planner for my woodworking hobby. This planner has been the perfect fit and done a very good job

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought this planer a week ago and have used it a bit. It was set up and ready to go when I opened the box - tables were level and thickness gauge was correct. I just had to insert the crank on top and vacuum shoot on the back, which took 2 minutes. I like it because it didn't come with a table/stand, so I could put it under my bench when I'm not using it. Saves on space. It's heavy, which is great, since it doesn't wobble around when in use. With all planers, you have to be careful when inserting and taking out a piece of wood, since sniping is an issue. I don't know if this is the case with more expensive planers, but it is here. My friend has another brand and it's the same. Overall, seems like an excellent purchase for the price point.

Horrible. Haven't even used it and one of the for adjusting the feed tables screws snapped off. Either I have to replace it myself or return the whole thing.

Great tool

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Was added to my wish list and was lucky enough to get it. Great product to meet my project needs, easily adjustable to a variety of depths. Definitely going to enhance my builds from my garage.

Good product never have had a bad ryobi. Done several small projects has given me a quality finish.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this a few days ago for a project im working on. Assembly was very easy, height adjustment handle and dust cover. Had to try out the new toy and works quite nice!! Rough lumber to fairly smooth after a couple passes. Very pleased with my purchase!

No issues yet...made a table to extend in and out...a must IMO

Outfeed sprockets broke on first use smoothing PALLET picket pine picket. Haven’t even tried hardwood. Save up or bite the bullet and buy a tried and trusted brand.

Works great only has 2 blades but when you replace them it is less money no! Ryobi tools last almost as long as the major brands. I have mostly ryobi and I am very happy with there performance and bonus they all use the same battery hello!

Works great. My only issue (not enough to lower the stars) is that the dust collector is screwed on and sits in the way of folding the support bed.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Received today, easy assembly. Works perfectly right out of the box.