Backpack leaf blowers generally operate around 600- to 1,000 cfm at speeds of 150- to 230 mph. In both cases, higher numbers are generally better, but you need to keep in mind that as air speed and ...

When you use your leaf blower, the motor in the backpack will be inches from your ears, so you can expect to experience decibel levels well above the 60- to 70 decibels that you’ll find on the spec ...

The first time I used the Stihl BR 600 backpack leaf blower, I thought it was a jet pack. I had always used a handheld leaf blower and was used to how those felt and performed in my backyard (which ...

We tested scores of models on thousands of pounds of leaves to find the top performers for any yard of any size CR test engineer Jonathan Tuczynski assesses a leaf blower's ability to loosen embedded ...

NBC Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Fall foliage is nice. Piles of dead leaves in your ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. These days, leaf blowers work for a variety of other reasons apart from just moving a few leaves. From drying vehicles, clearing driveways, to ...

Editor’s Note: October 6, 2025: We have reviewed our recommendations to ensure all are in stock and priced competitively. New to this update are three blowers: the Stihl BRA 600, Worx Nitro WG572, and ...