If you’re a homeowner who has this season’s fallen leaves piled up all over your lawn and you want them gone, then you have three options: blow and bag them yourself using a leaf blower, hire someone else to blow them or manually rake and bag them. If you choose the first option, then you would join the more than 150 million Americans who owned a leaf blower in 2020, according to Statista. In fact, the research firm projects that, by 2024, more than 237 million homeowners will own some kind of lawn and garden equipment, including electric lawn mowers and leaf blowers.
We’ve set out to help you find the best leaf blower, of which there are many lightweight and relatively inexpensive options. Ignoring gas-powered and backpack models (more on why later), we researched hundreds of electric models and brought in 12 highly rated options for testing. We tested two corded models and 10 cordless models (i.e., powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries) from brands including Black+Decker, DeWalt, Echo, Ego, Greenworks, Ryobi, Toro and Worx.
We tested all the leaf blowers by judging each on its ease of use, ergonomic handle and maneuverability, unit weight, power and speed levels, run time and battery life, and sturdiness of construction. After blowing millions of leaves during testing, we found that the cordless Ego Power+ LB6504 is the best leaf blower overall, while the Black+Decker LB700 is the best corded electric leaf blower.
What we liked about it
During testing, we found the Black+Decker LB700 electric corded leaf blower to be the most lightweight of the units tested, and chalk that up to the fact that there’s no battery adding to its 4.4-pound body. As a result, it was nimble and easy to maneuver around.
We also liked its ergonomic handle, which we found comfortable to grip with one hand as we walked and cleared away the leaves in our path.
The leaf blower also surprised us with its power, allowing air speeds of up to 180 miles per hour, according to the company. It didn’t seem as powerful as some of the corded models, but it got the job done, even if it took us longer.
It was also the most convenient blower to use because, once plugged in, its run time was for as long as we needed to get the job done. We didn’t have to pause to wait for its battery to recharge since there is no battery.
What we didn’t like about it
This leaf blower itself worked fine, but if we have to pick one thing we didn’t like about it, it would be that it wasn’t cordless. It also doesn’t come with its own cord, which forces you to buy an extension cord.
It was a bit of a pain having to constantly maneuver around the 100-foot extension cord as we walked and blew leaves. This is a bit of a nitpick, though, since having to deal with a cord comes with the territory if you don’t want to have to charge and recharge batteries.
On a positive note, having a cord — a constant power source that doesn’t run out — meant we could blow leaves as long as we needed to without stopping, which made our cleanup faster.
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Bottom line
If you have a smaller budget for yard cleanup equipment and don’t mind dealing with a cord as you work, then the Black+Decker LB700 blower is a lightweight, reliable and inexpensive option that’s ideal for smaller yard cleanups. It would also be a great choice if you just need a blower to quickly blow dirt and other debris from your paths, sidewalks and driveway.
Here are some general features and specifications that were associated with the BLACK+DECKER LB700:
Power: 7-amp motor - This provides a decent amount of power for clearing leaves and debris in your yard.
Air Speed: The blower is designed to deliver a certain airspeed to help in blowing away leaves. The exact airspeed can vary, so it's recommended to check the latest specifications.
Weight: One of the key advantages of this model is its lightweight design, making it easy to carry and maneuver. This is particularly useful for users who may not want to handle a heavier gas-powered blower.
Corded Electric: It operates using an electrical cord, which means it needs to be plugged into a power source. This may limit its range compared to cordless models, but it ensures a continuous power supply.
Design: The LB700 typically has a compact and ergonomic design for comfortable use. It may come with features such as a built-in cord retention system to prevent accidental disconnection during use.
Intended Use: This leaf blower is generally suitable for clearing leaves and light debris from patios, decks, driveways, and small to medium-sized yards.
- 7 Amp motor provides a powerful and efficient blowing performance
- Moves up to 180Mph to 180CFM for fast and easy cleanup of leaves and debris. Uses: Ideal for clearing debris from lawns, driveways, sidewalks, and decks
- Built in cord retention prevents frustrating interruptions during cleanup, Moves up to 18Mph to 18CFM for fast and easy cleanup of leaves and debris
- Lightweight at only 4.4 pounds
- Air speed: Up to 180 mph; Included components: (1) LB700 7 Amp blower, (1) Blow tube. Item does not include a cord
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