Ryobi P241

Budget Pick

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Summary

4.1 stars, 1,900 reviews across Amazon and Lowe's. Homeowners and weekend electricians say it does the job for occasional stud-bay drilling. The price is hard to beat. Users note the motor is brushed and less efficient than brushless competitors, and it lacks a 2-speed transmission.

$50-70 Lowe's, Amazon, April 2026

Key Specifications

torque380 in-lbs
rpm0-1,100
chuck3/8"
headLength3.8"
weight3.3 lbs

Pros

  • Cheapest right-angle drill by a wide margin.
  • ONE+ battery if you already own Ryobi tools.
  • Light at 3.3 lbs.
  • Adequate for occasional residential electrical work.

Cons

  • Brushed motor.
  • Single-speed (0-1,100 RPM only).
  • 380 in-lbs is marginal for hardwood studs.
  • Not for professional daily use.

Specs come from manufacturer data sheets. Prices were verified at Home Depot, Lowe's, and Amazon in April 2026. We don't run a testing lab. All claims trace back to publicly available data. Full methodology.