| Comparison Chart - Leaf Blowers |
Leaf blower and price*
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Type
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Power
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Wt. (lbs.)
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Noise level (decibels)
at 50 feet
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Leaf blower features, warranty
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Toro Ultra Blower Vac 51599
Where to Buy
(*est. $75)
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corded electric
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12-amp
112-325 mph,
385 cfm
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7.3
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61 at low speed, 67 at high
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Variable speed. Blows, vacuums, mulches (16:1 rating). Magnesium impeller, metal serrated blades. Uses a 14-gauge extension cord up to 150 feet. Two-year warranty.
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Black & Decker NS118
Where to Buy
(*est. $70)
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cordless electric
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18-volt
120 mph
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5.5
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Not rated
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Comes with 3-hour charger and two NiCad batteries. 1-speed, for sweeping hard surfaces (est. 15 min. runtime per battery). Two-year warranty.
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Toro Power Sweep 51586
Where to Buy
(*est. $30)
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corded electric
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7-amp
140 mph
170 cfm
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4.9
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63.5 at high speed, not rated at low
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2-speed, for sweeping hard surfaces. Two-year warranty.
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Echo PB-200
Where to Buy
(*est. $160)
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handheld gas
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21.2 cc
145 mpg
365 cfm
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8.8
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65
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Electronic ignition, see-through gas tank. Large handle accommodates gloves. Two-year warranty.
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Homelite Vac Attack II
Where to Buy
(*est. $100)
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handheld gas
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25 cc
200 mph
420 cfm
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10.9
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69
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Vacuums and mulches (12:1 ratio). Tool-free switch from blowing mode, cruise control, vibration-dampening. Two-year warranty.
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Echo Pro Lite PB260L
Where to Buy
(*est. $300)
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backpack gas
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25.4 cc
155 mph
375 cfm
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14.5
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65
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Padded backrest, adjustable shoulder straps, throttle positioned at left hip. Electronic ignition, see-through gas tank, cruise control. Two-year warranty.
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