Backpack Leaf Blower Suggestions

[Rock_Hudstone]

Looking for a good backpack leaf blower for homeowner use?

Don't want to get too crazy on the price, but I don't want a piece of junk either.

Thanks

 

[tomcat27]

My first choice would be an Echo. Mine is very well made. and also very forgiving of less than perfect maintenance.

 

[Barkleymut]

are you looking to blow large amounts of leaves with it? If not then go on ebay and find a used 26cc Echo backpack blower (sorry, I do not know the model #). This engine will last forever (and so will the rest of the blower).

If you need to move large piles of leaves then go with a 50+ cc blower. Most pros around here use Stihl, Echo, or Shindaiwa

 

[Ben99GT]

Stihl BR 500, BR 550 or BR 600 Magnum

 

[Rock_Hudstone]

Originally Posted By: Barkleymut
are you looking to blow large amounts of leaves with it? If not then go on ebay and find a used 26cc Echo backpack blower (sorry, I do not know the model #). This engine will last forever (and so will the rest of the blower).

It won't be used for too much leaf blowing, just general clean up.

I've seen a few Echo PB-500H blowers for sale on Ebay, is that good machine?

 

[Cujet]

I like Echo products. Mostly due to the fact that even the cheapest Echo's still use the best, commercial quality engines. AND, parts/service is available anywhere. Plus a good warranty.

Stihl makes great professional products. But the Stihl homeowner line is nothing special. Same goes for Husqvarna.

 

[GenSan]

Shindaiwa

 

[Donald]

Husqvarna.

 

[dave123]

Tanaka