New Ryobi 18V One+ Compact Router PCL424 Spotted

Edit 8/31/22: Official press release announcement info added.

DrewBHAM spotted a new Ryobi cordless power tool and it’s the 18V One+ compact router model PCL424. He also spotted a couple of new Ryobi safety glasses!

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Ryobi has been no stranger to cordless trim routers and have had them since before all the other brands started to make their own in recent years and theirs go as far back as the good ol’ blue Ryobi power tool days. This new model gets a new cosmetic design that breaks away from the aggressive styling of its predecessor model. Though it doesn’t yet sport a brushless motor like many of the other cordless brands do, it does get an upgrade over the previous model in that it has variable speeds. It has a variable speed dial for routing speeds of 20,000-30,000 RPM. It comes with a fixed base meaning it doesn’t plunge but has a micro adjustment dial to raise and lower the router bit for depth adjustment. Like all trim routers, it uses a small clear base plate that is round in front and square in the back.

What’s strange about this model is that it was spotted in a three piece combo set and comes bundled with a Ryobi 18V jigsaw and sander, all three baretools meaning no battery or charger are included. Hopefully Ryobi will sell this new router by itself for those that don’t need or want the additional sander and jigsaw.

A big thanks to DrewBHAM for spotting!

  • Compact Router – 20,000 – 30,000 RPM for fast, powerful cutting
  • Compact Router – Variable speed dial provides precision and accuracy for multiple applications
  • Part Of The RYOBI ONE+ System Of Over 260 Products
  • 3-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty

Buy now ink to the three piece combo set.

Edit 8/31/22:

We now have Ryobi’s official press release announcement with a few bits of extra info! We now know that it will be offered as a baretool for $99 and is scheduled to launch October 2022 at the Home Depot. We also have a new image as shown below.

As far as features go, there’s not much that hasn’t already been said but we do learn that this new compact router is said to be a little more compact than their previous routers, they say about 20% more compact than the previous P601 18V compact router model. We also learn that it has an LED light that lights up the work surface to help get better visibility when working.

As shown above, it also comes with a vacuum attachment to help cut down on the mess created by saw dust and chips.

New Official Specs & Features bullet list:

  • 20,000-30,000 RPM for fast, powerful cutting
  • Variable speed dial provides precision and accuracy for multiple applications
  • Compact and ergonomic size provides comfort and control during extended use
  • Micro-adjustment dial provides easy and precise depth control
  • Quick release lever for easy depth adjustments and base removal LED illuminates work surface for increased cutting visibility
  • Compatible with RYOBI™ 18V ONE+™ Lithium Batteries (sold separately)
  • Part of the RYOBI™ 18V ONE+™ System of over 260 cordless tools
  • 3-year manufacturer’s warranty
  • Includes: (1) PCL424B Compact Router, (1) Collet Wrench,(1) Vacuum Dust Chute and Operator’s Manual
  • Battery and charger sold separately
  • This tool will be available exclusively at Home Depot stores and on HomeDepot.com

Next on the list are a couple of Ryobi safety glasses which are dubbed the Ryobi Flex safety glasses. They come in your choice of clear or tinted lenses. Both models feature impact resistant and anti fog lenses rated for 99.9% ultraviolet protection, even the clear model. Both offer frames and temples that flex separately from the lens which Ryobi says is for better fit and airflow and have adjustable nose pieces. They were spotted on the Direct Tools factory outlet page priced at $9.99 each.

A big thanks to DrewBHAM for spotting!

Ryobi Clear Flex Safety Glasses RHPPSG01

  • Frame and temples flex separately from the lens for better fit and airflow
  • Impact-resistant
  • Adjustable nose piece
  • 99.9% Ultraviolet protection
  • Anti-fog design

Ryobi Tinted Flex Safety Glasses RHPPSG02

  • Frame and temples flex separately from the lens for better fit and airflow
  • Impact-resistant
  • Adjustable nose piece
  • 99.9% Ultraviolet protection
  • Anti-fog design
  • Tinted lens


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