22 NEW Tools from Milwaukee, Harbor Freight, DeWALT, RYOBI, and more!
The latest Tool Show episode delivered a stacked lineup of 22 brand-new tools from some of the biggest names in the industry, plus a few surprise innovators. From cordless outdoor power equipment and new hand tools to smart measuring tech and specialty woodworking gear, this episode covered a little bit of everything tradespeople and serious DIYers care about.
RYOBI Expands 40V HP Outdoor Power
RYOBI wrapped up their 2025 launches with a new 40V HP Brushless 20” Push Mower. Designed as an entry point into their high-performance HP lineup, this mower still delivers gas-like performance while cutting down on extra features to keep the price more accessible.
With up to 50 minutes of runtime per 6.0Ah battery, single-point height adjustment, and easy folding storage, this mower is aimed at homeowners who want real cordless power without jumping to a self-propelled premium model. It’s another sign that battery OPE continues to close the gap with gas in both performance and value.
Harbor Freight Adds Muscle with ATLAS & ICON
Harbor Freight introduced two very different but equally interesting tools:
ATLAS 80V Brushless Cordless Auger
This cordless auger brings serious digging torque with anti-kickback protection when hitting rocks or roots. Capable of drilling dozens of holes per charge, it’s built for fencing, deck footings, and landscaping without dragging around a gas engine.
ICON Ball Peen Dead Blow Hammers
ICON continues expanding into pro-grade hand tools with new polyurethane dead blow ball peen hammers. With steel cores, chemical-resistant materials, and multiple weight options, these are designed for controlled striking where you don’t want bounce-back or surface damage.
DeWALT Grows the 60V MAX Outdoor Line
DeWALT added three new tools to its 60V MAX outdoor power equipment lineup, all focused on heavy brush and overgrowth.
The new 60V Brush Saw delivers more power than comparable gas models while running significantly quieter. For crews clearing thick vegetation, fence lines, or overgrown properties, this tool offers cordless convenience with serious cutting performance.
DeWALT also launched two 60V Brush Cutters with different handle and kit configurations, giving users options depending on comfort, control style, and whether they need batteries included. This lineup shows how DeWALT continues pushing battery power into applications once dominated by gas.
Milwaukee Drops New Everyday Carry & Shop Essentials
Milwaukee added several smaller but highly practical tools to round out their lineup:
Multi-Function Compact Utility Knife (48-22-1517)
This pocket-friendly knife is more than just a blade. It includes a wire stripper, gut hook, bottle opener, pry bar, staple puller, and more, all in a compact design built for everyday jobsite carry.
INKZALL Double-Sided Markers (48-22-3113)
Milwaukee expanded their marker lineup with dual-tip options for both fine and ultra-fine or fine and chisel tips. Perfect for tradespeople who need to mark on multiple surfaces without carrying several markers.
New Bit Socket Sets
(48-22-9544)-(48-22-9545)-(48-22-9535)-(48-22-9536)
Milwaukee’s new one-piece bit socket designs improve durability while laser-engraved markings make identification easy. Flat sides help prevent rolling and allow wrench gripping, small design tweaks that make a big difference in real-world shop use.
Even better, individual sockets will be available as open stock, making replacements easier for pros.
Swan Tool Group Brings Innovation to Woodworking Layout
Created by YouTube maker Izzy Swan, the Swan Tool Group continues to impress with clever, multi-purpose layout tools.
The Titan Protractor functions as a protractor, center finder, angle square, and parallel marking tool all in one. Meanwhile, the Firehawk Square and Depth Stop system adds scribing and blade height setup capabilities for table saws and routers.
These tools stand out for their precision machining, thoughtful design, and multi-function capability, especially for cabinetmakers and finish carpenters who rely on accurate layout work.
Recon T1M Smart Tape Measure Changes How You Measure
One of the most futuristic tools in the episode was the Recon T1M digital tape measure. Unlike traditional tapes, the T1M displays exact digital measurements down to 1/32” and can store over 1,000 measurements.
Paired with a mobile app, users can:
- Save and label measurements
- Attach them to project photos
- Use built-in construction calculators
- Send measurements directly to others
With USB-C charging, jobsite durability, and built-in marking guides, this isn’t just a tape measure — it’s a digital measuring system designed to save time and reduce errors.
Milwaukee M18 Snowblower Gets Early Real-World Praise
The show also highlighted early hands-on feedback for Milwaukee’s M18 Snowblower (3036-22HD), and initial impressions are strong. Reviewers report performance that exceeds expectations for a cordless single-stage unit, especially in heavier snow than most battery blowers typically handle.
As more regions head into winter weather, this could become one of Milwaukee’s most talked-about OPE tools.
Ohio Power Tool Featured Weekly Deal
As always, the episode wrapped with a special limited tool deal from Ohio Power Tool, this time featuring savings on L-BOXX modular storage systems. These weekly deals are limited to the first users of the code, so they reward fast-moving tool fans who stay plugged into the show.
It’s another example of how Ohio Power Tool stays connected to the tool community by offering real value on pro-grade gear.
At the end of the day, this episode is a reminder of why tool news is worth following, because the upgrades aren’t just “new,” they’re solving real problems on the job and in the shop. Between RYOBI and DeWALT pushing cordless outdoor power deeper into gas territory, Milwaukee tightening up the everyday essentials, Swan Tool Group bringing smart innovation to layout tools, and the Recon T1M showing where measurement is headed next, there’s a clear theme: faster workflow, better accuracy, and more capability without extra hassle. If you’re building your 2026 shopping list, this Tool Show recap is the kind of lineup that gives you plenty to watch, and a few tools you’ll probably want to get your hands on.
