Category
Batteries & Platforms
The decision sitting under every cordless tool you'll ever buy.
Head to head
Platform Head-to-Head
Ozito PXC vs Ryobi One+: which budget 18V platform should you buy into?
The two cheapest ways onto a battery platform go head to head — Ozito PXC against Ryobi One+ on price, range and warranty, settled for the budget shed.
The Foundation Guide
Makita vs Ryobi vs Milwaukee: which 18V battery platform should run your shed?
The one call that sets what every cordless tool costs you for a decade — Makita LXT, Ryobi One+ and Milwaukee M18, ranked on cost, range and warranty.
What to look for in a battery platform
Range of tools
How many tools share the battery. A deep range means your next tool is cheaper, because you already own the pack.
Battery cost
Spare batteries are the hidden bill. Price a second and third pack before you commit to a platform.
Warranty
Cover runs from three to six years across the brands, and the longest terms usually need you to register within 30 days.
Compatibility
The best platforms keep old and new batteries working together, so today's packs still run tomorrow's tools.