Ridgid NUKE 18V Subcompact Platform Launches at Home Depot — 7 Tools From $139
Ridgid NUKE 18V subcompact brushless platform launches exclusively at Home Depot with 7 tools in 8 configurations. Drill kit from $139, impact driver from $169, circular saw $149. Blower joins in October 2026.
Ridgid launched the NUKE 18V subcompact brushless platform exclusively at The Home Depot. Seven tools in eight configurations: drill kit $139, drill + impact driver combo $219, impact driver tool-only $169, circular saw tool-only $149. A blower joins the lineup in October 2026. All tools run on the existing 18V ONE+ battery platform in a subcompact form factor.
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Ridgid NUKE 18V subcompact brushless platform launches exclusively at Home Depot
Ridgid launched the NUKE 18V subcompact brushless platform at The Home Depot in July 2026. Seven tools are available in eight configurations. Entry points: NUKE drill kit $139 (includes one compact battery and charger), NUKE drill plus impact driver combo kit $219, NUKE impact driver tool-only $169, NUKE circular saw tool-only $149. A blower joins the lineup in October 2026. All NUKE tools run on Ridgid's existing 18V ONE+ battery platform in a subcompact form factor suited to tight spaces. The platform is a Home Depot exclusive. Pricing and configurations verified from Ridgid's manufacturer announcement.
The NUKE name and subcompact category position this as Ridgid's answer to Milwaukee M12 and DeWalt ATOMIC — a compact platform using the larger 18V battery rather than a dedicated smaller-voltage system. Keeping 18V ONE+ compatibility reduces the battery investment for existing Ridgid users. At $139 for the drill kit, the entry price is low enough to add subcompact reach without building a parallel battery ecosystem. No independent runtime or torque testing has been done.
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Buying into the NUKE platform
NUKE 18V configurations and pricing: Drill Kit $139 (one compact battery, charger); Drill + Impact Driver Combo $219; Impact Driver Tool-Only $169; Circular Saw Tool-Only $149. Blower: available October 2026. Battery platform: 18V ONE+ (full-size 18V compatible). Form factor: subcompact. Retailer: Home Depot exclusive. Seven distinct tools, eight total configurations at launch.
Market position: Positions as Ridgid's first dedicated subcompact sub-platform within the 18V ONE+ system. Uses existing 18V battery compatibility to avoid requiring a second voltage ecosystem, unlike Milwaukee M12 or Ryobi 12V subcompact systems. Drill kit at $139 is price-competitive with DeWalt ATOMIC and Milwaukee M12 at entry level while using the larger 18V platform. Runtime and output torque figures have not been independently cross-referenced.
- What are the measured runtime and output torque figures under real-world conditions?
- Will the NUKE platform expand beyond 7 tools, and on what timeline?
Wait if: You want independent runtime, durability, and torque comparisons against Milwaukee M12 or DeWalt ATOMIC before committing to the platform
Consider buying only if: You are already on the Ridgid 18V ONE+ system and need a subcompact-form tool for tight spaces at a low entry cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ridgid NUKE 18V compatible with existing Ridgid 18V batteries?▼
Yes. The NUKE platform runs on Ridgid's existing 18V ONE+ battery system, so current 18V battery packs and chargers are compatible. This avoids the cost of building a separate battery ecosystem, unlike dedicated 12V subcompact platforms from other brands. The compact form factor still uses the full 18V ONE+ pack.
Where can I buy the Ridgid NUKE 18V tools?▼
The Ridgid NUKE 18V subcompact platform launched as a Home Depot exclusive in July 2026. Pricing starts at $139 for the drill kit. The blower joins the lineup in October 2026. Check The Home Depot's current listing for availability, kit configurations, and any bundle pricing.
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