Side by side
| Greenworks | Ryobi | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Mixed | Mixed |
| CPSC recalls, last 3 years | 1 | 3 |
| CPSC recalls, all years | 3 | 18 |
| Most recent recall | 2026-07-09: Greenworks Tools Recalls 24V and 48V Kobalt Yard Power Tools with USB-C Batteries Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Fire Hazard | 2025-08-28: TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Recalls RYOBI Pressure Washers Due to Projectile Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury |
| Owner satisfaction (Amazon) | Medium | High |
| Product lawsuits on record | None found | 13 |
| Company behind the brand | Hong Kong Sun Rise Trading Limited (trademark owner) | Clamx Co. (trademark owner) |
| Trademark owner (USPTO) | Hong Kong Sun Rise Trading Limited (Hong Kong) | Clamx Co. (California, USA) |
| Made in (recalled products) | China 3, Vietnam 1 (of 3 recalls listing a country) | China 11, United States 2, Vietnam 2, Japan 1 (of 14 recalls listing a country) |
| Customer service | 1-888-909-6757 | 1-800-525-2579 |
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FAQ
Is Greenworks better than Ryobi?
Both are rated Mixed, and Greenworks has fewer CPSC recalls in the last 3 years than Ryobi.
Which has more recalls, Greenworks or Ryobi?
In the last 3 years the CPSC lists 1 for Greenworks and 3 for Ryobi; across all years, 3 and 18.
Are Greenworks and Ryobi the same company?
No shared owner on record: Greenworks trademark owner Hong Kong Sun Rise Trading Limited (Hong Kong), Ryobi trademark owner Clamx Co. (California, USA).