Ryobi quietly slipped a new mid-torque impact wrench onto its site, and the numbers are a step up from the P262 it now sits next to. The PBLIW25B is an 18V ONE+ HP brushless 4-mode 1/2-inch impact wrench rated at 650 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and 500 ft-lbs of fastening torque. It sells tool-only for $199 at Ryobi and at Home Depot.
For context, the P262, which is still listed, claims 600 ft-lbs and sells for $179. So you are paying about $20 more for roughly 50 ft-lbs of breakaway torque and a redesigned body.
Specs at a glance
| Spec | Ryobi PBLIW25B | Ryobi P262 (still sold) |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 18V ONE+ HP | 18V ONE+ HP |
| Breakaway torque | 650 ft-lbs | 600 ft-lbs |
| Fastening torque | 500 ft-lbs | Not published on Ryobi’s site |
| Drive | 1/2 inch | 1/2 inch |
| Modes | 3 speeds + Auto | 4 modes |
| Price, tool only | $199 | $179 |
Ryobi also claims the new wrench is over 30% faster driving and 18% more compact than the previous generation.
Those are manufacturer figures, so take them as claims rather than test results until someone puts a stopwatch on it.
What the 4-mode setup actually does
Ryobi lists high, medium and low speeds plus an Auto mode. Auto is the one worth caring about. It backs off torque automatically, which keeps you from over-tightening smaller fasteners and helps with controlled removal in spots where you cannot get a good look at the bolt.
The rest of the package is straightforward. Die-cast gear case, tri-beam LED work lights, and full 18V ONE+ battery compatibility.
Ryobi has kept that platform backward compatible for 30 years, so a battery you bought years ago will run this.
How it stacks up
Mid-torque impact wrenches live in a narrow band. You want enough breakaway torque for lug nuts and rusty suspension bolts, but you also want a head short enough to reach a caliper bracket without pulling the wheel well apart.
DeWalt’s DCF891B is the closest 1/2-inch mid-range competitor in our database. It sells tool-only for around $186 on Amazon as of this writing. We have not tested the PBLIW25B against it, so we are not going to tell you one wins.
If you already run Ryobi batteries, the math is simple. $199 for a tool that runs on packs you own is a real discount compared to switching platforms for a mid-range impact.
If you are starting fresh, compare total kit cost before deciding.
Where to get it
Ryobi is a Home Depot exclusive, so that is the only place to buy it new. It is listed as tool only, and the battery and charger are separate purchases.
If you need a pack, Ryobi’s 4Ah batteries have been on sale at Home Depot recently.
If you are buying this for lug nuts, know your vehicle’s torque spec first. Over-torquing is how wheels come loose or studs snap.
Related reading:
- Best Cordless Impact Wrenches 2026
- Ryobi P262 vs Ridgid R86012: Tested
- Lug Nut Torque Chart by Vehicle
Source: Ryobi product page; Pro Tool Reviews