Side by side
| Ryobi | Makita | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Mixed | Generally good |
| CPSC recalls, last 3 years | 3 | 1 |
| CPSC recalls, all years | 18 | 11 |
| Most recent recall | 2025-08-28: TTI Outdoor Power Equipment Recalls RYOBI Pressure Washers Due to Projectile Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury | 2025-09-04: Makita U.S.A., Inc. Recalls Cordless Grease Guns and Grease Gun Hoses Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Owner satisfaction (Amazon) | High | High |
| Product lawsuits on record | 13 | None found |
| Company behind the brand | Clamx Co. (trademark owner) | Makita (no parent company on record) |
| Trademark owner (USPTO) | Clamx Co. (California, USA) | Makita Corporation (Japan) |
| Made in (recalled products) | China 11, United States 2, Vietnam 2, Japan 1 (of 14 recalls listing a country) | China 4, United States 2, Germany 1, Japan 1 (of 8 recalls listing a country) |
| Customer service | 1-800-525-2579 | Not verified yet |
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FAQ
Is Ryobi better than Makita?
Makita (Generally good) comes out ahead of Ryobi (Mixed) by our formula.
Which has more recalls, Ryobi or Makita?
In the last 3 years the CPSC lists 3 for Ryobi and 1 for Makita; across all years, 18 and 11.
Are Ryobi and Makita the same company?
No shared owner on record: Ryobi trademark owner Clamx Co. (California, USA), Makita trademark owner Makita Corporation (Japan).