Ryobi Chemical Sprayer, any good?

[pioneer1]

I have been looking at the 2 & 4 gallon models. Anyone here have them? I like the prices on them compared to Milwaukee and others like Flowzone ect. Just can't see paying over 200.00 for home use.
My concern between the 2 & 4 gallon is that the 2 gallon wand seems to be better (I believe its aluminum with brass fittings). But the pump has to run continuously. The 4 gl wand is all plastic, but the pump only runs on demand when you pull the trigger. I like that.
2gal has 45 psi
4gal has 60 psi

I would only be using for weed control, I don't use liquid fertilizers.
I have about 5,000 sg ft.

I feel the 4gal might be to big, but I guess I wouldn't have to fill it up every time.

I'm open to other brands, 250.00 would be the max I would want to pay for a good quality sprayer.

Please give me some real usage feed back.

Thanks
Ed

 

[swomack66]

The higher the PSI isn't always the best choice. Wind can affect higher PSI since the smaller droplets are more susceptible to being carried by the wind. Also is it 5,000 sq ft of application area, or is your property 5,000 sq ft total? Everything in my opinion seems to be pointing towards the 2 gallon sprayer being the best choice. Also, you really don't want to leave chemical mixed in the tank when you are finished. It has an opportunity to settle and it can be hard to remix the product, especially if you are using a granular product.

 

[pioneer1]

The higher the PSI isn't always the best choice. Wind can affect higher PSI since the smaller droplets are more susceptible to being carried by the wind. Also is it 5,000 sq ft of application area, or is your property 5,000 sq ft total? Everything in my opinion seems to be pointing towards the 2 gallon sprayer being the best choice. Also, you really don't want to leave chemical mixed in the tank when you are finished. It has an opportunity to settle and it can be hard to remix the product, especially if you are using a granular product.

Its at least 5,000 sg ft of application area if not more. I wouldn't leave any chemicals in the tank and I use a spreader for granular.
Kinda leaning towards the 2gal myself.

Just hoping there are people here that have used them.

 

[DFB]

Pretty much in life you get what you pay for. If you think the Ryobi price point is will met your needs go for it. Probably work ok Assuming already being on a platform the purchase of any bare tool option is less expensive too.

Whether the pump seals will last season after season is anyone's guess IMO. Are there replacement parts available?

I have several sprayers now backpack pump and 12v tank.

Usually the more expensive the sprayer the better the seals are to handle certain chemicals as are the sprayer tips, wand etc. Also you need to choose accordingly depending on the corrosiveness of the pesticide.

Thinking most sprayers handle liquid weed killer just fine.

I have my eye on the Milwaukee I do agree its insanely expensive

 

[pioneer1]

Pretty much in life you get what you pay for. If you think the Ryobi price point is will met your needs go for it. Probably work ok Assuming already being on a platform the purchase of any bare tool option is less expensive too. Not on a battery platform yet.

Whether the pump seals will last season after season is anyone's guess IMO. Are there replacement parts available?
They do come with replacement seals, and I believe if you send in the registration you get free seals for life. I will have to check that again. But, now thinking about that and what you said, I guess they won't last. As far as other replacement parts their website says to call. I will do that during the week when they are available.


I have several sprayers now backpack pump and 12v tank.

Usually the more expensive the sprayer the better the seals are to handle certain chemicals as are the sprayer tips, wand etc. Also you need to choose accordingly depending on the corrosiveness of the pesticide.

Very good point, can't use bleach in the Ryobi.

Thinking most sprayers handle liquid weed killer just fine.

I have my eye on the Milwaukee I do agree its insanely expensive

Too much for me

I took a more thorough look at the Flozone line since it looks like Sprayers is ALL they do. The Silica Slayer brand is interesting. Looking at this 1
https://www.silicaslayer.com/online-store/2-5-Gallon-Standard-Duty-Silica-Slayer-p108638264

Looks very well made, brass fittings, stainless wand, it can also be utilized for a large variety of different chemical* applications including high viscosity form oil, curing compounds (oil and water based), sealants, stains, retardants, pesticides, bleach and water. So I could use it for A LOT MORE projects
It has replacement parts and accessories. Funny they don't have seals listed, I will call them on those. And its in my price range 230.00