Ryobi's best-kept secret: 5 outdoor products that aren't tools

If you're a fan of Ryobi's bright neon-colored tools found at Home Depot, or even own several, you likely already know that the company makes a lot more than just tools for around the yard and house.The company has a bunch of obscure tools you'll love, along with outdoor items like coolers, camping lights, and so much more.Ryobi's popular with the DIY crowd thanks to its expansive 18V ONE+ line of over 350 tools and products, not to mention its powerful 40V line of lawn care equipment, but that's not all it has to offer.

If you want to do more than home repairs and yard maintenance, here are five useful outdoor items from Ryobi that aren't tools or yard-care products.Ryobi 40V 300W Power Source and Charger Power devices and recharge small electronics Do you already own all the cordless power tools and Ryobi lawn equipment you'll ever need? If so, it's time to start venturing out into other useful product categories.A prime example is the all-new Ryobi 40V 300W Dual Power Source and Charger.

The 300W power source will charge your 40V lawn care battery packs like any other charger, but the base also doubles as a charging station for phones, tablets, fans, and more, with two USB-C ports, a USB-A port, and an AC outlet.When you don't need the battery in a tool, take the entire product with you and use the 40V battery to power all the ports, turning it into a portable power station.It's pretty clever and a great gadget to have for camping, emergencies, tailgating, or sitting by the pool.

Ryobi 40V 300W Charger and Power Source Special features Low Battery Shutdown, Mountable, On Indicator Light, On/Off Switch, Overload Protection, Replaceable Battery, USB Port Tool Type Battery Turn your Ryobi 40V charger into a portable power and charging station with this 300W accessory.  $119 at Home Depot Expand Collapse Ryobi Hybrid Battery-Powered 24qt.Cooler Yes, Ryobi makes a pretty great iceless cooler Ryobi isn't the only power tool brand that offers a battery-powered iceless cooler, but this one is a bit unique and absolutely worth buying.The Ryobi Hybrid 24qt.

cooler is part of the hybrid tool line, meaning it can run off your 18V battery pack or an extension cord.If you're looking for a product that isn't a tool or for yard care, this is for you.Whether it's for backyard BBQs, camping, going to the beach, or having a backyard movie night with a projector, Ryobi's iceless cooler is up to the task.

It features a rugged design, large all-terrain wheels, and can hold around 40 cans for all your favorite beverages.Related The Ryobi vault: 6 discontinued tools and products we want back Good while they lasted.Posts By  Cory Gunther Other features include a built-in light and bottle opener, a USB-A port to charge your phone or power string lights at your campsite, and an LCD display for easily managing temperatures.

Better yet, if you don't want to use your 18V battery packs, it'll run off a 120V AC wall outlet or the included 12V car adapter.Ryobi One+ 18V Hybrid Cooler Color Green Tool Type Cooler Ditch the ice and get the Ryobi 24-qt battery-powered hybrid cooler.It keeps things cold on the go with 18V battery packs from your tools, an AC cord, or a vehicle's DC port.  $499 at Home Depot Expand Collapse Ryobi 18V Bluetooth Speakers Get a small compact speaker, or go big Did you know that Ryobi makes a wide array of portable 18V Bluetooth speakers perfect for any jobsite or outdoor adventure? You can get tiny battery-topper compact speakers for $25, or enjoy booming sound while relaxing by the pool with the bigger 18V ONE+ Hybrid Verse BT Stereo and Speaker.

The Hybrid Verse (Link capable) speaker is one of its best, thanks to a powerful 50W subwoofer and dual 15W mid-range speakers.Plus, it can pair with over 100 VERSE-compatible speakers for stereo sound, has an FM radio with 10 presets, supports Bluetooth, and, when you don't want to waste a battery, it can run from an extension cord.It's a do-it-all speaker.

Ryobi used to even offer a secondary add-on speaker, but sadly it was discontinued.Either way, the company has clamp speakers, waterproof BT speakers, and so much more.Ryobi 18V Hybrid Bluetooth Stereo Speaker Tool Type Speaker Cordless? Yes The Ryobi 18V Hybrid VERSE BT Speaker delivers booming sound and is compatible with LINK storage, making it a do-it-all speaker you'll absolutely love.  Expand Collapse Ryobi 18V Tire Inflator Cars, bike tires, basketballs, and more While some may consider a cordless tire inflator a tool, Ryobi categorizes this item under its growing selection of recreation products.

Yes, the Ryobi 18V tire inflator makes easy work of bike tires, footballs, soccer balls, and even has enough power to top off a car tire.This outdoor product from Ryobi comes with a digital pressure gauge with on-board memory for use on the same item, and even select presets to reach specific PSI levels and an auto-shutoff, meaning you don't have to sit around and babysit.It's a solid little accessory worth having in your garage.

Ryobi 18V ONE+ High-Pressure Tire Inflator Tool Type Tire Inflator Warranty 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty With 160 PSI of pressure from any ONE+ 18V battery, this inflator is fast and capable.Plus, there's an auto-shutoff mode to prevent overinflation of car or bike tires.  $40 at Home Depot Expand Collapse Ryobi fans, misters, and bug zappers A little bit of everything Last but certainly not least, we have to highlight some of the many Ryobi 18V, 40V, or Hybrid fans that'll keep you cool all summer long, as well as its outdoor bug zapper.Seriously.

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One of my favorite Ryobi purchases is the small 4-inch clamp fan, which I use in the car, the stroller for the little one, or while working in the garage.It's a great little gadget.Ryobi also offers similar fans with misting functions, allowing you to pour in water and have your own personal mist station anywhere you go.

And if you're taking a fan camping, you'll also want to consider the capable little Ryobi 18V Bug Zapper for $100.Ryobi 18V ONE+ 4-inch Clamp Fan Tool Type Fan Warranty 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty Stay cool while you work on a project, relax on the back patio, or while on a walk with the Ryobi 4-inch clamp fan for under $30.  $30 at Home Depot Expand Collapse Don't forget the lights An honorable mention would be any of the dozens of different lighting solutions from Ryobi, like this crazy TriPower Tripod Light or the 360-degree LED Handle Light.Stay comfortable while outdoors this spring and summer with fans, get rid of bugs, and enjoy a cold drink with the cooler we mentioned above.

See, Ryobi has a little of something for everyone.

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