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If you already have ryobi batteries, financially wise, picking up a ryobi skin makes sense. So for 2 reasons really. You dont have to pay for the battery and charger, and because you use the batteries in more then 1 thing they get used so therefore maintained. Regardless of if the tool is the best one out there, unless you use it everyday, sticking to your existing battery platform will probably be better off.