RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive
#1 in Hand-heldFull review
RIDGID’s first cordless threader, for crews that thread away from power. Two 4 Ah batteries and the charger are in the kit.
Amazon $1,686.49$1,686.49
The RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive leads on value. The RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive costs $1,558.51 less ($1,686.49 vs $3,245).
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RIDGID 700 Power Drive Kit 45178
#3 in Hand-heldFull review
RIDGID’s long-running hand-held drive for plumbers who thread on the job. Reliable, but several times the price of the generic 2 in drives.
Amazon $3,245$3,245
Which should you buy?
- Choose the RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive for value ($843.25 per inch of pipe ($1,686.49, up to 2 in) vs $1,622.50 per inch of pipe ($3,245, 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 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive | RIDGID 700 Power Drive Kit 45178 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 37 $843.25 per inch of pipe ($1,686.49, up to 2 in) | 18 $1,622.50 per inch of pipe ($3,245, 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% | 53 24 lb | 50 25 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 100 lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| RIDGID 760 FXP Cordless Power Drive | RIDGID 700 Power Drive Kit 45178 | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/8 to 2 in | 1/8 to 2 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 2 in | Up to 2 in |
| Speed | 42 rpm | 30 rpm |
| Power | Battery | 373 W |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | No | No |
| Reamer | No | No |
| Oil system | No | No |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 24 lb | 25 lb |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |