The Best Leaf Blowers

Greenworks 24252 Variable Speed Cordless Leaf Blower

Lean Green Blowing Machine

With a variable speed motor and lightweight design, you'll be able to clear the porch in record time.

Best Overall

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The Variable Speed Cordless Leaf Blower from Greenworks is an essential tool in the homeowner’s arsenal because of its robust battery life, formidable motor, and compact design. The 40-volt battery has a run time of approximately fifteen minutes, making it perfect for detailing a yard after mowing or weed-whacking. What’s more, the unit weighs in at a super-light three pounds and can ramp up to 150 miles per hour, offering superior cleaning power in a compact package.

Pros:

• Comes with extension tube
• If you already have a Greenworks battery, blower-only options are available
• Six speed settings put you in control
• Easy push-button start

Cons:

• Lower speed settings lack power, so be sure to use the right one for the job

Sun Joe SBJ597E-SJB Electric Leaf Blower

A Blower For Every Backyard

This leaf blower packs an oversized punch and will make regular outdoor cleaning a breeze.

Best Value

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When you want all-star performance without spending a fortune, look no further than Sun Joe’s Electric Leaf Blower. Wired blowers like this one boast high voltage limits that allow you to project gale-force winds as far as the outlet will take you. Sun Joe’s Leaf Blower has one speed: fast. 155-miles-per-hour fast. Sun Joe is the wired winner when you want to power through your cleaning without stopping to charge.

Pros:

• Incredible value for the price
• Impressive blowing speed
• Less than four pounds of total weight
• Disassemble the two-piece tube for easy storage

Cons:

• Extension cord required for operation is sold separately

EGO Power+ LB5804 Lithium-ion Cordless Leaf Blower

Cordless Cleanliness

This electric motor is surprisingly compact, quiet, and powerful.

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If being encumbered by a cord isn’t your style, but being left with a yard half-cleared is unacceptable, you’re going to need to step up in the battery department. EGO Power+’s Lithium-Ion Cordless Leaf Blower will huff, puff, and efficiently clear any outdoor surface without all the fuel and wires. The 56-volt battery exhibits nearly three times the capacity of traditional battery-operated blowers and will keep you out in the field for well over an hour. The wide-mouth chute is perfect for clearing piles of leaves, and the ergonomic design make this powerful machine surprisingly easy to handle no matter the weather.

Pros:

• The electric motor is surprisingly quiet
• Turbo boost can bring maximum speed to nearly 170 mph
• The battery charges fully in less than two hours
• Variable speed setting allows you to change the trigger’s intensity

Cons:

• The battery makes this unit somewhat heavy

KIMO Cordless 2-in-1 Leaf Blower

Compact Currents

This blower's ease of use makes it a must-have for every DIYer.

Most Versatile

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KIMO’s Cordless 2-in-1 Leaf Blower boasts the same maximum power level as its electric counterparts, cordless or otherwise, without blowing you over with an exorbitant price. This variable-speed, all-copper motor is built to be rust-resistant and deliver high-volume air capacity in a tiny package. If you need to clean tight spaces and don’t want debris blowing in your face, have no fear. KIMO’s blower chute can be mounted on the air intake to reverse the process, giving you a convenient vacuum at a moment’s notice.

Pros:

• Dust bag and extender tube included
• Incredibly lightweight at 1.7 pounds
• Gas-free design is perfect for indoors
• Reversible blower chute transforms it into a powerful vacuum

Cons:

• The battery will not last very long on full power

Husqvarna 965877502 2-Cycle Gas Backpack Blower

The Big Bad Blower

This gas-operated powerhouse delivers maximum horsepower with a design that won't wear you down.

Best Gas-Operated

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Large spaces call for professional tools, and Husqvarna’s Backpack Blower is built to tackle oversized projects without electricity restrictions. While we wouldn’t recommend operating this model inside, nothing in the outdoors is beyond the 2-Cycle Gas Backpack’s domain. Whether you need to move dirt, leaves, or gravel, this powerful motor achieves 7500 RPMs and a blistering maximum speed of 180 MPH, allowing you to clean with absolute authority. While 20 pounds may seem restrictively heavy, the integrated backpack straps, adjustable trigger, and waist harness make it more comfortable to use this commercial blower than many handheld motors.

Pros:

• Over 40 fluid ounces of fuel capacity
• X-Torq engine is more fuel-efficient than previous models
• Unparalleled power for outdoor use
• Adjustable straps fit all body types

Cons:

• Ear protection is definitely required

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I maintain and store my leafblower?

Leafblowers, electric or gas-operated, are bound to rely on electrical components that are not entirely weather-proof. With that said, leaf blowers will operate in all weather conditions, excluding heavy precipitation for extended periods. Once the job is complete, storing leaf blowers in dry locations is the top priority. If you want to keep the motor in pristine condition, dust-proof cabinets or lockers will ensure top-quality performance for years to come.

What type of fuel do gas-operated leaf blowers use?

As a general rule, most gas-operated leaf blowers utilize two-stroke engines. Unlike popular internal combustion designs for automobiles, this type of engine only has one piston and requires two movements to generate directional energy or complete a power cycle. Engineering aside, two-stroke engines generally require the extra lubrication of an oil-gas mixture to operate. While you can mix a ratio of premium gas and oil for your specific engine, it is much easier and safer to buy this specialty fuel separately.