7 Leaf Blowers to Upgrade Your Cleanup Game in 2026

Fall is upon us, and it’s time to get clearing those leaves.

But maybe your leaf blower recently kicked the bucket or just isn’t able to tackle the onslaught of leaves you’re facing this year. Either way, in this article, we’re going over seven leaf blowers that caught our eyes for Fall 2026.

But first, here are some things to consider when choosing a leaf blower:

• Power: Several units on this list can dish out some serious speeds and force, better suited for those moving large piles long distances or even moving larger things besides leaves.
• Gas vs. electric: would you prefer a unit that works with your current power tool battery family? Or do you like the roar, smell, and sometimes greater power that comes with a gas-powered unit?
• Application: is this leaf blower just clearing some dropped foliage off your lawn for a few days a year? Or do you need a more substantial tool that can help with other tasks in the winter and summer?
• Noise level: for those living in municipalities with noise pollution regulations (or even more severe, those few cities that have begun banning gas-powered leaf blowers), a battery-powered unit might be the only way to go
• Run time: how much land are you going to be covering and how much time will it take to clear?

EGO

EGO Commercial Leaf Blower LBX1000

Starting off strong with a model aimed more at contractors and landscapers than homeowners, the EGO LBX1000 delivers up to 1,000 cubic feet of air per minute, air speeds up to 185 mph, and 32 Newtons of push force.

This leaf blower utilizes a 1,700-watt brushless motor with intelligent electronics equivalent to a 60cc gas engine. Operators will have an LCD display and turbo lock, UV-resistant composite housing and IPX5-rated weather resistance.

The LBX1000 offers up to 100 minutes of operation on low, 33 minutes on high, and 20 minutes on turbo with a 56V 10.0Ah ARC Lithium battery.

Price: $399

Stihl

Stihl AP 36V Leaf Blower Hand-Held BGA 100

Stihl offers the professional-focused BGA 100, the most powerful handheld dedicated handheld blower in its lineup, when on boost mode.

The BGA 100 offers four performance levels via the variable speed throttle trigger, and its rear-mounted air intake allows for left- or right-handed use. This model is also the quietest handheld blower in Stihl’s lineup and offers IPX4-rated weather resistance with splash protection.

The BGA 100 can deliver 17 Newtons of blowing force in standard mode, a max air velocity of 168 mph, 494 cfm and 510 minutes of runtime with an AR 3000 backpack battery.

This unit’s design also shifts the battery weight from the handheld unit to the operator’s back or hip with a cable connecting system to lower user fatigue.

Price: $479.99

Milwaukee

Milwaukee M18 450 CFM Brushless Blower

Lower on the power and price spectrum is Milwaukee’s M18, a handheld unit capable of delivering 450 cfm, 120mph air velocity and 11N of blowing force.

Operating on a brushless motor, the M18 features a lightweight design (weighing 4.4lb.) for improved user comfort and a lower operating noise level at 62 dB.  Users will have a variable speed trigger and lock-on button that allows for full throttle without continuous pressure on the trigger.

At full throttle, the M18 offers 24 minutes of runtime using a Milwaukee Redlithium HD 12.0Ah battery.

Price: $149

DeWalt

DeWalt 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless Handheld Blower

From DeWalt, we have the 20V MAX blower, a handheld model offering 450 cfm in air volume and 125 mph in top wind speed (with the concentrator nozzle).

Users have a lightweight unit with directional control for less fatigue and a variable trigger and speed lock for improved power control. The 20V MAX is powered by a brushless motor making 66 dB in noise, while an axial fan design maximizes air output and run time.

Price: $179

Makita

Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Blower

The weakest but cheapest model on this list will be the Makita 18V LXT blower. Though small at 6.5 pounds, this model can still produce 459 cfm in air volume and 116 mph wind speeds, thanks to a Makita brushless motor.

Operators will have a cruise control lever with a variable speed trigger and speed lock. The 18V LXT blower also features an in-line fan design for better balance, a sound rating of 63 dB, and Makita’s extreme protection technology for improved dust and water resistance.

This blower also comes equipped with Makita’s Star Protection Computer Controls to avoid overloading, over-discharging and over-heating.

Price: $179

Stihl

Stihl 63.3cc Professional Backpack Blower BR 430

Looking at some larger gas-powered blowers, we have Stihl’s BR 430. Boasting a 57.5-ounce fuel tank, this model offers 500 cfm in air volume, 219 mph in max air velocity and a sound rating of 76 dB.

For the operator, Stihl has added an anti-vibration system and ElastoStart handle, as well as back padding and a soft rubber grip for enhanced comfort. This blower also has a throttle trigger lock with a built-in momentary stop swift to quickly turn off the engine, and a multi-function control handle keeps all the blower’s controls on one handle.

Price: $449.99

Milwaukee

Milwaukee MX FUEL Backpack Blower MXF600-0

The largest and highest-priced blower on the list, the Milwaukee MXF660-0 has three power modes, up to 800 cfm in air volume, 190 mph max velocity and 30 Newtons of blowing force.

Offering power equivalent to a 63cc gas engine, the MXF600’s noise is rated at 64 dB. Operators can use Milwaukee’s One-Key app to manage the unit’s performance, track its location and lock it remotely.

Contractors will get 20 to 45 minutes of constant power per charge with an MX Fuel Redlithium Forge HD12.0 battery. Operators can adjust the unit’s harnesses, telescoping nozzle and handle position.

Price: $1,299