Best Handheld Leaf Blowers, Cordless and Corded (2026)

The LB7654 is the cordless blower that most closely matches a gas handheld, and it is the best all round pick because it includes the battery that other brands sell separately. Up to 765 CFM and 200 MPH in turbo mode for wet and heavy piles are very high figures for a handheld, and a dial sets steady speeds from 260 to 580 CFM, so you are not stuck at full blast. A turbine fan design and a brushless motor give low vibration and long life.

The package is complete. The included 5.0Ah 56V battery charges in about 70 minutes on the supplied charger, and the maker rates runtime at up to 90 minutes at a lower setting, with the usual caveat that turbo mode drains it much faster. Tapered and spread nozzles come in the box. Against the EGO LB5302, you gain 235 CFM and 90 MPH and pay a clear premium, and against the Greenworks 80V you get a longer tool warranty.

Ownership centers on the battery platform. The same 56V ARC Lithium batteries fit every EGO tool, so buying this blower can make later mower or trimmer purchases cheaper. The 5 year tool and 3 year battery warranty are the longest in this lineup. Store the battery indoors, avoid leaving it on the charger for weeks and expect runtime to fall by half or more if you run turbo constantly.

The LB5302 is the smaller sibling of the LB7654 and the better choice if you do not need maximum airflow. It makes up to 530 CFM and 110 MPH in turbo, with a variable trigger setting between 250 and 400 CFM that you can lock on for long runs. That is plenty for dry leaves, grass clippings and cleaning a driveway, but it will push wet, matted leaves more slowly.

Like its bigger sibling it uses a brushless motor and a turbine fan, and the 2.5Ah battery included charges in about 50 minutes on the supplied charger. The maker rates runtime at up to 75 minutes at a lower speed. Compared with the LB7654, you give up 235 CFM and 90 MPH for a smaller and lighter battery. Against the Milwaukee M18, you get a battery in the box.

The warranty is the same 5 years on the tool and 3 years on the battery, and the battery fits all EGO 56V tools. That makes it a good first EGO purchase for someone planning to build a cordless set. If your yard has big oaks and you blow in November, spend the extra on the LB7654.

The Greenworks 80V is a high-voltage cordless blower that claims 700 CFM and 170 MPH, giving it the airflow of the EGO LB7654 range at a lower listed tier. A brushless motor, variable speed with a turbo boost and cruise control make it practical for different jobs. The maker says it outperforms a 27cc gas blower and gives a noise figure of 74 dB.

The included battery is a 2.5Ah pack with a charger, which is modest for an 80V system, so runtime in turbo will be short. Compared with the EGO LB7654's 5.0Ah pack, you get a smaller battery but a similar airflow claim. Against the DEWALT 60V Flexvolt, you get a battery in the box and higher airflow.

The long-term question is the platform. Greenworks 80V tools have wide availability and the battery is shared across mowers and trimmers, but the brand's warranty terms are not stated in the listing. Check the warranty on the page before buying. Charge the battery after use, store it indoors and use turbo only for stubborn piles.

The DEWALT DCBL772B is sold as a bare tool, and that is both its strength and its catch. It is aimed at people who already own DEWALT FLEXVOLT batteries and want a blower that runs off them. It makes 600 CFM at 125 MPH from an axial fan, which moves a wide column of air and suits clearing leaves and clippings from a lawn.

The platform story matters. FLEXVOLT batteries work in 20V MAX and 60V MAX tools, so a contractor with a drill and saw collection can add this blower without buying another battery. Compared with the EGO and Greenworks kits, you must buy the battery and charger separately, which raises the real cost for a new buyer. Against the Milwaukee M18 at 450 CFM, it has about a third more airflow.

Ownership is simple: no fuel, no oil and few moving parts. The 125 MPH air speed is modest compared with the EGO LB7654, so it is better for dry material than for wet leaves. Keep the battery cool, store the tool indoors and clean the intake screen. If you do not already own DEWALT batteries, price the full package before choosing.

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL blower is a compact handheld that runs on the M18 batteries that many trade users already own. It makes 450 CFM at 120 MPH with a brushless motor, which is enough for clearing a job site, a garage floor, a deck or a lawn of dry leaves. It is sold as a bare tool, so the battery and charger are extra.

The numbers are lower than the EGO and Greenworks kits. At 450 CFM it moves about 40 percent less air than the EGO LB7654, and the 18V platform runs out of battery sooner than the 56V and 80V systems. What you gain is a small, balanced tool that can share batteries with a drill, impact driver and saw, so it makes sense as a shop or contractor blower.

The warranty and service terms are not stated in the listing, so check them. Use a larger 8.0Ah or 12.0Ah M18 battery for longer runtime, keep the intake clear and avoid wet piles. For a homeowner with an acre of leaves, the EGO LB7654 is a better choice.

The BLACK+DECKER LB700 is the simple, lightweight corded blower, at 4.4 pounds the lightest machine here. A 7 amp motor produces 180 CFM at 180 MPH, which suits sweeping a deck, driveway or sidewalk and moving light leaves into a pile. It is not a machine for large lawns or heavy wet leaves.

The airflow is a fraction of the cordless machines, at about a quarter of the EGO LB7654's 765 CFM. The advantage is that it never runs out of battery and has nothing to maintain. Built-in cord retention keeps the extension cord plugged in, but the cord itself is not included, so budget for a 16 gauge or heavier outdoor cord. Compared with the Husqvarna 125B, it is lighter and quieter but far weaker.

It suits a small yard or a patio. Keep the cord out of the airflow path and never use it in the rain. If you have more than a quarter acre of leaves, move to one of the cordless models.

The Husqvarna 125B is the gas handheld option and the reference point for the cordless machines above. Its 28cc, 1.1 HP two-stroke engine makes 470 CFM at 170 MPH, with a blowing force of 12.5 newtons. That puts it close to the Milwaukee M18 at 450 CFM, and below the EGO LB7654, which claims 765 CFM.

Gas gives unlimited runtime, because you refill the tank in a minute instead of waiting for a battery. An air purge system helps with starting, cruise control sets the throttle and an auto return stop switch resets for easier restarts. The adjustable soft grip handle keeps the weight comfortable for a machine of this type. Compared with the backpack blowers, it is far lighter, and compared with the cordless machines it is louder and needs mixed fuel.

The trade is ownership. Mix two-stroke fuel in small batches, run the engine dry before storage and clean the air filter and spark plug each season. If you want gas power without wearing a backpack, this is the machine, but most homeowners are better served by a cordless blower today.