Best Leaf Blowers for 2026: EGO, Ryobi, Milwaukee, and DeWalt Compared

This is the summary of our brand-by-brand leaf blower guides - EGO, Ryobi, Milwaukee, DeWalt, and gas. Those guides compare each maker's published specs; this page pulls the picks together.

Start With Your Batteries

A cordless blower runs on its maker's battery platform, and batteries are a large part of the cost. If you already own EGO, Ryobi, Milwaukee, or DeWalt batteries, a tool-only blower on that platform is usually the cheaper route. If you're starting fresh, a kit with a battery and charger is simpler.

Then consider what you're clearing. CFM measures how much air moves; MPH measures how fast it moves. Our CFM vs MPH explainer covers how to read both.

The Picks at a Glance

CFM and MPH per each manufacturer.

The Picks

EGO POWER+ 650 CFM Kit (LB6504) - Our Pick

Per EGO, the LB6504 moves 650 CFM on turbo at up to 180 MPH, with a variable-speed dial from 225 to 500 CFM and up to 90 minutes of runtime with the included 5.0Ah battery. That battery also runs EGO's 56V mowers, trimmers, and chainsaws. It is sold by Amazon. See our EGO blower comparison for the rest of the lineup.

Ryobi 40V HP Whisper Series 650 CFM

Per Ryobi, this brushless Whisper Series blower is rated at 650 CFM and 160 MPH. On Amazon it is tool only, so you need a Ryobi 40V battery and charger. When we checked, it was sold by a third-party seller. Our Ryobi guide compares the 730 and 800 CFM models too.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2724-20 - For M18 Owners

Per Milwaukee, the 2724-20 is rated at 450 CFM and 120 MPH and runs on one M18 battery. It's tool only. Milwaukee's dual-battery 2824-20 is rated higher (600 CFM, 145 MPH), but it wasn't available as a normal Amazon offer when we checked. See the Milwaukee guide.

DeWalt 60V FlexVolt DCBL772 - For DeWalt Owners

Per DeWalt, the DCBL772 is rated at 600 CFM and 125 MPH and runs on 60V FlexVolt batteries. When we checked, the Amazon listings were from third-party sellers, so confirm whether a battery is included. DeWalt's 60V DCBL777 is rated higher (760 CFM, 160 MPH). See the DeWalt guide.

Ryobi ONE+ 18V 350 CFM Jet Fan - Light Duty

Per Ryobi, this blower is rated at 350 CFM and 100 MPH and runs on the same 18V ONE+ batteries as Ryobi's drills and saws. It suits patios, decks, and light leaf work. It's tool only.

Common Questions

How much CFM do I need?

More CFM moves more leaves per pass, which matters most for larger lawns and wet leaves. For big properties, a backpack blower may make more sense - see our backpack blower guide and cordless blower guide.

Battery or gas?

Battery blowers are quieter to start, need no fuel, and share batteries with other tools. Gas still offers the most airflow in backpack form for large properties. Our gas blower guide compares those from Husqvarna and Echo specs. Some towns restrict gas blowers, so check local rules.

How long do blower batteries last?

It depends on the battery size and how hard you run the blower. EGO rates the LB6504 kit at up to 90 minutes with its 5.0Ah battery; turbo mode drains faster than low speed.

Bottom Line

Check your garage first. If you own Milwaukee, DeWalt, or Ryobi batteries, buy that platform's blower. Starting fresh, the EGO LB6504 kit is our pick, with the Ryobi 40V Whisper 650 as a tool-only alternative. For light patio duty, the Ryobi 18V Jet Fan.

All Our Leaf Blower Coverage

Brand guides: EGO, Ryobi, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Echo, Husqvarna, and WORX. Head-to-head: EGO vs Ryobi. Also: the cordless guide and gas guide.