Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977
#2 in BatteryFull review
A complete battery kit for buyers who want to skip gas and keep a five-year warranty. It suits fence posts and planting up to 8 in.
Amazon $402.23$402.23
4.4/5
The bare tool for owners of Ryobi 40V batteries who dig fence posts and planting holes. Others should buy the kit.
- 40 V batteryPower
Check price at Ryobi$369
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Reverse and anti-kickback for jammed bits
- Uses the Ryobi 40V batteries many yard tools share
- Five-year tool warranty
Cons
- Battery and charger cost extra
- Ryobi publishes no torque, speed, weight or bit limit
The Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Earth Auger family
Every Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Earth Auger model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power.
| Model | Power | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryobi 40V HP Earth Auger RY40701BTL (this one) | 40 V battery | 4.4/5 | $369 |
| Ryobi 40V HP Earth Auger Kit RY40710 | 40 V battery | 4.3/5 | $449 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | RY40701BTL |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | 40 V battery |
| Battery included | No |
| Bit included | 8 in |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Build | |
| Operators | 1 |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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