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The Best Leaf Blowers (2026)
The best leaf blowers of 2026: top battery and corded picks compared on real CFM. Research-based rankings for every yard size.
Our top picks at a glance
Best value
Toro PowerJet F700Small to medium yards near an outlet, where cord range is not a problem.
Best for DeWalt owners
DeWalt 20V Max XR Blower (DCBL722)DeWalt 20V Max battery owners who want yard tools on one platform.
The EGO Power+ LB6504 is the best leaf blower for most people: 650 CFM handles heavy leaf fall, and the 56V platform covers mowers and trimmers too. The Toro PowerJet F700 delivers even more airflow (725 CFM) corded at a budget price if your yard is near an outlet. DeWalt 20V Max owners should get the DCBL722, and the Worx WG584 is the lightweight comfort pick.
The picks, ranked
| Pick | Max airflow | Battery | Speed control | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Best overallEGO Power+ LB6504 | 650 CFM | 56V ARC Lithium | Variable trigger + turbo button | Check price |
| Best valueToro PowerJet F700 | 725 CFM | — | Variable speed dial | Check price |
| Best for DeWalt ownersDeWalt 20V Max XR Blower (DCBL722) | 450 CFM | 20V Max XR | Variable trigger + speed lock | Check price |
 Best lightweightWorx WG584 40V Power Share Blower | 430 CFM | 40V (2x 20V Power Share) | 2 speeds + turbo | Check price |
 Best for Milwaukee ownersMilwaukee M18 FUEL Blower | 500 CFM | M18 REDLITHIUM | Variable trigger with lock | Check price |
 Best 600 CFM valueRYOBI 40V HP Brushless 600 CFM Blower | 600 CFM | 40V HP | Variable trigger + turbo | Check price |
 Best 80V platformGreenworks 80V 500 CFM Blower | 500 CFM | 80V | Variable + turbo | Check price |
 Best for Makita ownersMakita 36V LXT Blower (XBU03) | 473 CFM | 36V (2x 18V LXT) | Variable trigger | Check price |
 Best 3-in-1BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 3-in-1 Blower | — | 40V MAX | — | Check price |
 Best mid-power batterySKIL PWR CORE 40 Blower | — | PWR CORE 40V | Variable + turbo | Check price |
Best overall
EGO Power+ LB6504
650 CFM of battery power: the residential performance ceiling.
Strengths
- 650 CFM max airflow is the highest in the residential battery class, moving wet matted leaves other blowers leave behind
- 56V ARC Lithium battery platform shared across EGO's mower, trimmer, and chainsaw lines
- Turbo button delivers a short maximum-power burst for stubborn piles, with variable-speed trigger for normal work
Limitations
- Premium pricing, especially with the high-capacity battery included in the LB6504 kit
- At full power it is heavy for extended overhead or one-handed use
- Turbo mode drains the battery fast; expect short runtimes at maximum CFM
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Gas-like power from a battery blower
- Variable speed with a strong turbo
- Five-year warranty
Common complaints
- Heavy with the battery attached
- Turbo drains the battery quickly
- Some report switch or battery issues within a year
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Max airflow | 650 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 56V ARC Lithium |
| Speed control | Variable trigger + turbo button |
| Nozzle | Tapered, high-velocity |
| Kit includes | Blower, battery, rapid charger |
Best for: Medium to large yards with heavy leaf fall.
Skip if: You are already invested in another battery platform and want one-battery simplicity.
Best value
Toro PowerJet F700
725 CFM corded: the most airflow per dollar in existence.
Strengths
- 725 CFM max airflow exceeds even the premium EGO, at a fraction of the price
- 12-amp corded motor delivers full power indefinitely: no batteries, no charging, no fade
- Variable speed plus a time-saving oscillating nozzle option for wide clearing passes
Limitations
- Corded: practical range is about 100 feet from the outlet even with an extension cord
- Cord management is genuinely annoying around trees, beds, and fences
- Louder than battery blowers at full power; check local noise ordinances
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Very powerful for a corded blower
- Light and easy to handle
- Great value
Common complaints
- Extension cord tangles and limits range
- No shoulder strap
- Latch for the tube can loosen
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Max airflow | 725 CFM |
|---|---|
| Max air speed | 140 MPH |
| Motor | 12-amp corded electric |
| Speed control | Variable speed dial |
| Power | Unlimited runtime (corded) |
Best for: Small to medium yards near an outlet, where cord range is not a problem.
Skip if: Your yard is large or far from outlets; the cord becomes the job.
Best for DeWalt owners
DeWalt 20V Max XR Blower (DCBL722)
The platform pick: serious airflow if you already own DeWalt 20V batteries.
Strengths
- Up to 450 CFM from the 20V Max XR platform: genuinely capable for driveways, decks, and moderate leaf fall
- Brushless motor for better efficiency and longer service life than brushed equivalents
- Flat concentrator nozzle included for stuck-on debris alongside the standard tube
Limitations
- 450 CFM trails the EGO's 650 meaningfully on heavy wet leaves
- Best runtime needs the larger 5Ah+ XR batteries, which add weight and cost if bought separately
- As a bare tool it is a great deal; as a full kit for non-DeWalt owners it is not
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Light and easy to use
- Good for quick cleanups
- Shares batteries with DeWalt 20V tools
Common complaints
- Drains batteries quickly
- Struggles with wet leaves
- Tube can come loose
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Max airflow | 450 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 20V Max XR |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Speed control | Variable trigger + speed lock |
| Nozzles | Standard tube + concentrator |
Best for: DeWalt 20V Max battery owners who want yard tools on one platform.
Skip if: You own no DeWalt batteries; the bare tool plus batteries erases the value.
Best lightweight
Worx WG584 40V Power Share Blower
Dual-battery 40V power in a light, well-balanced package.
Strengths
- 40V Power Share system uses two 20V batteries you may already own from other Worx tools
- Light and well-balanced for extended use without arm fatigue
- Two-speed control with turbo for a simple, no-fuss operating experience
Limitations
- 430 CFM is the lowest here; wet matted leaves will need multiple passes
- Two-battery system means charging and managing a pair
- Not the pick for large properties or heavy fall cleanup
| Max airflow | 430 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 40V (2x 20V Power Share) |
| Speed control | 2 speeds + turbo |
| Weight class | Lightweight |
| Kit includes | Blower, 2 batteries, charger |
Best for: Smaller yards, older users, and anyone who hates heavy blowers.
Skip if: You face heavy wet leaves regularly; 430 CFM has limits.
Best for Milwaukee owners
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Blower
500 CFM of red-tool power for Milwaukee owners.
The Milwaukee M18 FUEL is the pro-grade platform pick: 500 CFM of brushless power that shares batteries with the enormous M18 tool lineup. As a bare tool for existing Milwaukee owners it is excellent value; as a first Milwaukee purchase it is expensive. For the red-tool faithful with real leaf fall, 500 CFM gets the job done.
Strengths
- 500 CFM from the M18 FUEL brushless platform.
- Variable speed trigger with speed lock.
- Pro-grade build quality for demanding use.
- Shares batteries with Milwaukee's huge M18 lineup.
Limitations
- Best value only as a bare tool for existing M18 owners.
- 500 CFM trails the 600+ CFM leaders on heavy wet leaves.
- Heavier than consumer-grade blowers.
| Max airflow | 500 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | M18 REDLITHIUM |
| Motor | FUEL brushless |
| Speed control | Variable trigger with lock |
| Nozzle | Standard |
Best for: Milwaukee M18 battery owners who want pro-grade yard tools.
Skip if: You own no Milwaukee batteries; the kit price is steep.
Best 600 CFM value
RYOBI 40V HP Brushless 600 CFM Blower
600 CFM from the most accessible battery platform.
The RYOBI 40V HP is the value play in high-CFM battery blowers: 600 CFM gets you within shouting distance of the EGO's 650 for meaningfully less money, on the most accessible battery platform in the business. The turbo button handles stubborn piles. For buyers who want serious airflow without the premium price, this is the rational pick.
Strengths
- 600 CFM approaches the EGO's 650 at a lower price.
- 40V HP brushless motor for efficiency.
- Huge RYOBI 40V ecosystem of affordable yard tools.
- Turbo button for maximum-power bursts.
Limitations
- 600 CFM still trails the 650+ leaders on the worst wet piles.
- Bulkier than compact 18V blowers.
- RYOBI's 40V batteries are an investment if you own none.
| Max airflow | 600 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 40V HP |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Speed control | Variable trigger + turbo |
| Platform | RYOBI 40V system |
Best for: RYOBI 40V owners and buyers who want near-flagship CFM without the flagship price.
Skip if: You need the absolute maximum CFM or the lightest tool.
Best 80V platform
Greenworks 80V 500 CFM Blower
500 CFM from the 80V high-voltage line.
The Greenworks 80V delivers 500 CFM of brushless power on a high-voltage platform that also runs mowers and trimmers. It will not beat the 600+ CFM leaders on the worst leaves, but for Greenworks 80V owners it is the obvious blower, and the turbo boost covers stubborn piles. Platform buyers get real, usable power here.
Strengths
- 500 CFM from the high-voltage 80V platform.
- Brushless motor for efficiency and longevity.
- 80V batteries power mowers and trimmers too.
- Variable speed with turbo boost.
Limitations
- 500 CFM is mid-pack among high-voltage blowers.
- 80V batteries are heavy and pricey.
- Platform is yard-focused, unlike DeWalt or Milwaukee.
| Max airflow | 500 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 80V |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Speed control | Variable + turbo |
| Platform | Greenworks 80V |
Best for: Buyers invested in Greenworks 80V yard tools who want matching power.
Skip if: You own no Greenworks batteries or want maximum CFM.
Best for Makita owners
Makita 36V LXT Blower (XBU03)
473 CFM of teal precision for Makita battery owners.
The Makita XBU03 runs 36V from two 18V LXT batteries to produce 473 CFM of refined, brushless airflow. It will not win a CFM shootout, but Makita owners buy it for the ergonomics, build quality, and the enormous LXT ecosystem, not the spec sheet. For the teal faithful, it is the right blower.
Strengths
- 473 CFM from two 18V LXT batteries (36V total).
- Brushless motor with excellent efficiency.
- Makita's legendary build quality and ergonomics.
- Huge LXT ecosystem spans tools and outdoor equipment.
Limitations
- 473 CFM trails the 500+ CFM class on heavy leaves.
- Needs two LXT batteries for full power.
- Premium price for the airflow class.
| Max airflow | 473 CFM |
|---|---|
| Battery | 36V (2x 18V LXT) |
| Motor | Brushless |
| Speed control | Variable trigger |
| Build | Pro-grade |
Best for: Makita 18V LXT owners who want yard tools on their existing batteries.
Skip if: You need maximum CFM or own no Makita batteries.
Best 3-in-1
BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 3-in-1 Blower
Blower, vacuum, and mulcher in one 40V tool.
The BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 is the versatility pick: a 40V tool that converts between blower, vacuum, and mulcher, so small-yard owners get leaf collection and volume reduction in one purchase. It cannot match dedicated blowers on CFM, but for the homeowner who wants one tool that does everything adequately, the 3-in-1 design is genuinely practical.
Strengths
- Three tools in one: blower, vacuum, and mulcher.
- 40V MAX battery with decent runtime.
- Mulching reduces leaf volume for easy disposal.
- Affordable all-in-one for small yards.
Limitations
- Lower CFM than dedicated blowers.
- Vacuum mode is slow compared to blowing onto a tarp.
- Bag fills quickly on heavy leaf fall.
| Functions | Blower, vacuum, mulcher |
|---|---|
| Battery | 40V MAX |
| Design | Convertible |
| Bag | Collection bag included |
| Use case | Small yards |
Best for: Small-yard owners who want one tool for blowing, vacuuming, and mulching.
Skip if: You need maximum CFM or a large property.
Best mid-power battery
SKIL PWR CORE 40 Blower
Brushless 40V power with a turbo button.
The SKIL PWR CORE 40 hits the mid-power sweet spot: a brushless 40V blower with a turbo button, fast-charging batteries, and a balanced feel that neither underpowers nor overwhelms a mid-size yard. It will not dethrone the CFM kings, but for buyers who want solid, modern battery blowing without flagship money, it is the sensible middle.
Strengths
- Brushless motor for efficiency and longer life.
- Turbo button for maximum-power bursts.
- PWR CORE 40 batteries charge quickly.
- Good balance of power, weight, and price.
Limitations
- CFM trails the 600+ leaders.
- Smaller ecosystem than RYOBI or EGO.
- Turbo mode drains the battery fast.
| Battery | PWR CORE 40V |
|---|---|
| Motor | Brushless |
| Speed control | Variable + turbo |
| Charging | Fast charge |
| Class | Mid-power |
Best for: Mid-size yards that need solid power without flagship pricing.
Skip if: You face heavy wet leaves regularly or own another platform's batteries.
How we chose
CFM first, MPH second
CFM moves the leaves; MPH is the speed of a narrow jet. We ranked primarily on max CFM, treating MPH as a secondary figure that matters mainly for stuck-on debris.
Battery platform reality
A blower is a gateway to a yard-tool ecosystem. We weighted platform strength: EGO's 56V and DeWalt's 20V Max lines both offer full yard coverage, which matters more than small spec differences.
Noise and regulation
Gas blowers face bans in a growing list of municipalities. All picks here are electric, but corded models run louder than battery at full power; we note where noise ordinances could matter.
Weight and ergonomics
Blowers are carried for 20 to 60 minutes. We favored balanced designs and penalized top-heavy units, since a powerful blower you dread lifting gets used less.
Questions, answered
What CFM do I need for leaves?
400+ CFM handles dry leaves on hard surfaces. 500 to 650 CFM handles lawns with real leaf fall. Wet, matted leaves want 600+ CFM or multiple passes. Below 400 CFM is really a sweeper for dust and grass clippings, not a leaf tool.
Are gas leaf blowers being banned?
In a growing number of US cities and states, yes: gas-powered leaf blowers face restrictions or outright bans, mostly over noise and emissions. Electric blowers sidestep the issue entirely, which is one more reason to buy electric.
Battery vs corded leaf blower?
Battery for freedom of movement and lower noise; corded for maximum airflow per dollar and unlimited runtime. If your whole yard is within 100 feet of an outlet, corded (like the Toro F700) is unbeatable value.
How long does a battery blower run?
Typically 15 to 45 minutes depending on battery size and power setting. Turbo/max modes drain fast; variable triggers let you cruise at low power for light work and extend runtime dramatically.