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No one can deny that Ryobi has one of the largest power tool lineups around. The brand boasts of having over 400 cordless tools in its catalog, along with an assortment of 18, 40, and 80-volt batteries to power them. With all of that said, there’s always room for Ryobi to expand as it looks toward the future. It adds new tools to its lineup yearly, with stores like Home Depot offering the latest in Ryobi tools and kits for customers to consider. Although the minds behind the brand undoubtedly have their own vision for the brand, one tool in particular is at the top of many customers’ wish lists.

Scanning the Ryobi catalogue reveals a range of impact drivers and impact wrenches for sale. However, there’s one specific model that many online are yearning for: a right-angle impact wrench. Over the years, Ryobi fans and users on websites like Reddit have regularly discussed the long-missing tool, speculating why the brand hasn’t added it to its lineup yet and consistently expressing a demand for it. Some are hesitant to seek out other brands, preferring to stick to Ryobi for their right-angle impact wrench needs.

At the time of publication, Ryobi has made no indication that a right-angle impact wrench is coming. Ryobi may add the tool to its lineup someday, but for now, it remains unavailable from the brand. Fortunately, other brands have at least stepped in and delivered this specific tool for those in need.

Many folks have elected to build Ryobi-only tool collections, so waiting for a right-angle impact wrench from the brand is the option they’ve chosen. If you’re okay with buying from another brand, you have a lot more flexibility. One example is the Ridgid 18V SubCompact right-angle impact wrench, advertised as having 250 foot-pounds of breakaway torque, compatibility with all Ridgid 18-volt batteries, and an LED light for improved visibility on the job. With that said, this isn’t a cheap tool, with an MSRP of $199.

Alternatively, shopping at Lowe’s brings you to a slightly cheaper right-angle impact wrench. The Kobalt 24-volt variable speed right-angle impact wrench retails for $159.00 and, as the name implies, requires a 24-volt Kobalt battery to operate. It’s advertised as having 180 foot-pounds of torque, can range in speed between 0 and 2,000 rpm, and also has a built-in LED light. Even more budget-friendly is the Bauer 20-volt right-angle impact wrench at $89.99, which brings 65 foot-pounds of torque and two speed settings. If you want a bigger discount on the Bauer, there are even some ways to save money while shopping at Harbor Freight, which sells it exclusively.

Time will tell if Ryobi will ever get into the right-angle impact wrench business, with its most ardent supporters waiting to give the tool a try. Until then, at least there are options from competing brands to try out if necessary.