Best Leaf Blowers
Reviewed & Ranked

For most homeowners, the EGO Power+ LB7654 is the best cordless handheld — 765 CFM and 200 MPH puts it on par with mid-range gas models, and the 56V battery platform works across the entire EGO tool lineup. For larger or heavily wooded lots where sessions run long, the STIHL BR 600 gas backpack offers the best sustained power and ergonomics. If you need to stay quiet for a noise-sensitive neighborhood, the Husqvarna 350iBT cordless backpack delivers near-silent professional output.

CFM (cubic feet per minute) measures air volume — how much debris you can move in a single pass. MPH measures air velocity — how much force is applied to stuck or heavy debris. For large open areas with light leaves, prioritize CFM. For embedded debris, wet leaves, pine needles, or acorns, MPH is the more critical spec. Newton force (combining both metrics) gives the most accurate single-number measure of real-world clearing power.

For handheld models, yes — modern 56V–80V cordless blowers like the EGO LB7654 match or exceed mid-range gas handheld performance. For backpack blowers, gas still leads at the top end: a STIHL BR 800 or Husqvarna 580BTS produces significantly more output than any current cordless backpack. For most homeowners with under an acre of yard, however, a high-quality cordless backpack like the Husqvarna 350iBT has more than enough power for fall cleanup.

For small yards under a quarter acre: a mid-range cordless handheld (400–600 CFM) is sufficient. For yards between a quarter and one acre with moderate tree coverage: a high-output handheld (600–800 CFM) or entry-level backpack. For one acre or more, heavily wooded lots, or commercial use: a gas or high-voltage cordless backpack. For large open properties or acreage: a walk-behind blower. Debris density matters as much as raw CFM — match the tool to your specific conditions.

Corded electric handhelds start under $50. Mid-range cordless handhelds run $150–$350 with battery. High-output cordless handhelds like the EGO LB7654 kit cost $300–$400. Gas handheld blowers range from $100–$350. Cordless backpack blowers cost $400–$900. Gas backpack blowers range from $300–$700 for residential and $700–$1,200 for professional models like the STIHL BR 600. Walk-behind blowers start around $850 for residential models and exceed $1,500 for commercial units.