RIDGID 690-I Power Drive Kit 44923
#2 in Hand-heldFull review
The current RIDGID hand-held drive for professional plumbers. The quick-release die heads make it fast to work with on repetitive jobs.
Amazon $2,799.75$2,799.75
The RIDGID 690-I Power Drive Kit 44923 is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader wins on value. The HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader costs $2,419.76 less ($379.99 vs $2,799.75).
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HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader
#8 in Hand-heldFull review
A higher-spec generic with HSS dies, for buyers who thread stainless or thick-wall pipe often enough to want the harder dies.
Amazon $379.99$379.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader for value ($190 per inch of pipe ($379.99, up to 2 in) vs $1,399.88 per inch of pipe ($2,799.75, up to 2 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hand-held pipe threading machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | RIDGID 690-I Power Drive Kit 44923 | HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 22 $1,399.88 per inch of pipe ($2,799.75, up to 2 in) | 81 $190 per inch of pipe ($379.99, up to 2 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 33 threads pipe up to 2 in | 33 threads pipe up to 2 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 2 in | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 2 in |
| Weight 10% | 63 21.1 lb | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RIDGID 690-I Power Drive Kit 44923 | HOTYELL 2300W Pipe Threader | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/8 to 2 in | 1/2 to 2 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 2 in | Up to 2 in |
| Speed | 36 rpm | 26 rpm |
| Power | 1,270 W | 2,300 W |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | No | No |
| Reamer | No | No |
| Oil system | No | No |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 21.1 lb | - |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |