A leaf blower is judged on how much air it moves and how long it keeps moving it. We scored seven cordless models on both, against price. Our top pick is the Ego Power+ LB7654, with an SR Score of 90, for hitting up to 765 CFM and 200 MPH in turbo mode from a cordless handheld. If noise matters most, the Ryobi 40V Whisper Series (87) is the runner-up.
The ranking
| Rank | Model | Best for | Type / price | SR Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ego Power+ LB7654 | Overall best | Cordless / ~$300 | 90 |
| 2 | Ryobi 40V Whisper Series | Quiet operation | Cordless / ~$230 | 87 |
| 3 | Stihl BGA 250 | Pro-grade | Cordless / ~$400 | 86 |
| 4 | Ego Power+ LB6504 | Value power | Cordless / ~$230 | 85 |
| 5 | Worx Nitro 40V | Mid-yard value | Cordless / ~$200 | 83 |
| 6 | Greenworks 80V | Budget power | Cordless / ~$200 | 82 |
| 7 | DeWalt 60V FlexVolt | Tool-system fit | Cordless / ~$200 | 81 |
Methodology
The Home Score v2026 rubric weights five criteria that sum to 100:
- Blowing power (30) — CFM (air volume) leads, with MPH as a secondary factor.
- Value for money (25) — power and runtime per dollar including battery.
- Runtime (20) — minutes per charge across settings.
- Noise & handling (15) — decibels, weight, balance.
- Reputation & reviews (10) — expert testing and owner ratings.
Power leads because moving leaves is about air volume. We weight CFM more heavily than MPH inside this criterion, since air volume is what actually pushes a wide line of leaves while high MPH alone just scatters a narrow jet. Re-weight toward Noise and the Ryobi Whisper climbs; toward Value and the LB6504 and Worx rise.
Ego Power+ LB7654
The all-around winner. ProToolReviews’ top cordless blower: up to 765 CFM and 200 MPH in turbo mode, with strong runtime and Ego’s reliable 56V platform. Around $300.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 29/30 |
| Value for money | 21/25 |
| Runtime | 18/20 |
| Noise & handling | 13/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 9/10 |
Trade-off: turbo mode drains the battery fast and is loud.
Ryobi 40V Whisper Series
The quiet pick. About 57 decibels — below the typical 60 to 70 dB of electric blowers — while still pushing roughly 650 CFM. Around $230.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 26/30 |
| Value for money | 22/25 |
| Runtime | 17/20 |
| Noise & handling | 15/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 8/10 |
Trade-off: peak power trails the Ego flagship.
Stihl BGA 250
The pro-grade pick. ProToolReviews’ top pro cordless blower, with the build quality and service network crews need. Around $400.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 28/30 |
| Value for money | 17/25 |
| Runtime | 18/20 |
| Noise & handling | 13/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 9/10 |
Trade-off: the priciest here; overkill for a small yard.
Ego Power+ LB6504
The value-power pick. A strong 650-CFM Ego handheld at a lower price than the flagship, on the same 56V battery system. Around $230.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 26/30 |
| Value for money | 22/25 |
| Runtime | 17/20 |
| Noise & handling | 13/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 8/10 |
Trade-off: a step below the LB7654’s turbo output.
Worx Nitro 40V
The mid-yard value pick. Solid CFM for typical yards at a low price, on Worx’s 40V Power Share platform. Around $200.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 24/30 |
| Value for money | 21/25 |
| Runtime | 16/20 |
| Noise & handling | 13/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 7/10 |
Trade-off: not enough power for large or wet-leaf jobs.
Greenworks 80V
The budget-power pick. Strong 80V output for the price, good for medium yards. Around $200.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 25/30 |
| Value for money | 21/25 |
| Runtime | 15/20 |
| Noise & handling | 12/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 7/10 |
Trade-off: shorter runtime than premium picks.
DeWalt 60V FlexVolt
The tool-system pick. Best for those already on DeWalt’s 20V/60V batteries; respectable airflow and rugged build. Around $200.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Blowing power (CFM/MPH) | 24/30 |
| Value for money | 20/25 |
| Runtime | 16/20 |
| Noise & handling | 12/15 |
| Reputation & reviews | 7/10 |
Trade-off: CFM trails the dedicated yard brands.
Verification
- Ego Power+ LB7654 — 765 CFM / 200 MPH and top-cordless rating verified on protoolreviews.com and egopowerplus.com.
- Ryobi 40V Whisper Series — ~57 dB and ~650 CFM verified on reviewed.com and ryobitools.com.
- Stihl BGA 250 — pro-grade rating verified on protoolreviews.com and stihlusa.com.
- Ego Power+ LB6504 — 650 CFM and platform verified on egopowerplus.com.
- Worx Nitro 40V — specs verified on worx.com.
- Greenworks 80V — output verified on greenworkstools.com.
- DeWalt 60V FlexVolt — battery compatibility verified on dewalt.com.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the best leaf blower in 2026?
- The Ego Power+ LB7654 is the top pick: up to 765 CFM and 200 MPH in turbo mode, in a cordless handheld. The Ryobi 40V Whisper Series is the quiet runner-up, and the Stihl BGA 250 is the best pro-grade choice.
- How much CFM do I need?
- CFM (air volume) matters more than MPH for moving leaves. 400 to 600 CFM handles a typical yard; 600 to 900 CFM clears large areas or wet leaves fast. Smaller patios and decks do fine under 400 CFM.
- Cordless or gas leaf blower?
- Cordless blowers now hit gas-level CFM for handheld use, with no fuel, instant start, and less noise — and many areas restrict gas blowers. Gas backpack blowers still lead for very large properties and all-day commercial work.
- How long do cordless leaf blowers run?
- On the highest setting most run 15 to 30 minutes per charge; on low they can last 90 minutes or more. Turbo mode drains fast, so save it for stubborn piles and carry a spare battery for big jobs.
- Are quiet leaf blowers worth it?
- If you have close neighbors or noise rules, yes. The Ryobi Whisper Series runs around 57 decibels, below typical 60 to 70 dB blowers, while still pushing about 650 CFM. You trade a little peak power for much less noise.