The 10 best leaf blowers right now

Autumn is now in full swing and you can see it in all the leaves falling from the trees. The huge amount creates slippery surfaces and an untidy garden. Not everyone is equally happy with autumn and its consequences for the garden or balcony. Gutters also fill up and need to be emptied to prevent blockages and possible leaks. Often a plumber can do this, or otherwise a chimney sweep. Tip: do this at least twice a year to avoid unpleasant problems in your home. That still doesn’t solve the leaves in your garden. You can leave some of them in the flower beds, as they provide extra protection and nutrients for the soil, especially when it freezes hard. However, there are far more leaves than the beds need, and you really don’t want them lying on your lawn, paving or gravel. Raking or sweeping everything together is heavy work and takes a lot of time, especially as new leaves keep falling every week at first. The solution to this recurring annual problem is simple: a leaf blower, optionally with vacuum function!

Why use a leaf blower?

- Quick and easy to grab
- No extension lead needed if it has a battery
- Both blow and vacuum functions
- Suitable for everyday use
- Blows leaves away immediately and clears the way
- Powerful enough for wet leaves, but leaves gravel in place
- No more broom, rake, etc. needed
- Easy for anyone to operate
- Limited weight so it doesn’t strain your body

Different types of leaf blowers and vacuums

If you’re thinking about buying a leaf blower or leaf vacuum, it’s important to know that there are currently 3 different types on the market: the classic petrol leaf blower, the electric leaf blower and the cordless (battery) leaf blower. Although most people used to choose a petrol-powered blower or vacuum, these days electric and cordless leaf blowers are by far the most popular. 

The advantages of an electric leaf blower

• An electric leaf blower can not only blow, but also vacuum. In addition, it can usually shred the leaves immediately. This means they don’t take up much space in the bin and are easy to put into a bag for green waste afterwards;
• An electric leaf blower is much more environmentally friendly than a petrol model. It doesn’t emit any harmful exhaust fumes;
• In terms of value for money, an electric leaf vacuum is far more attractive than a petrol version. This makes an electric model a very accessible purchase for almost any budget;
• An electric leaf vacuum makes much less noise than a petrol model. Of course, the motor can still be quite loud, but the lower noise level makes working more pleasant;
• You’re no longer dependent on a petrol station and / or petrol smell around you, not to mention the fire risk when storing fuel;
• By using a leaf blower with a battery, you can work completely cordless. That’s especially useful in gardens where there isn’t a power outlet nearby everywhere.

Top 10 best leaf blowers

To keep things simple and easy for you, below you’ll find the current top 10 best leaf blowers. Ideal if you want to quickly get the best leaf blower at home without having to read endless tests, comparisons and reviews, because that’s already been done for you. The top ten has been carefully compiled based on, among other things, reliability, quality, price, independent reviews and buyer comments, our own experiences and warranty.
The best online stores for buying a leaf blower are Coolblue and Bol.com as they offer sharp prices and are very reliable, including in terms of warranty.
In the previously published article "Top 10 bladblazers van 2020" on Grasmaaiersvergelijken.com you’ll find a specific overview of the leaf blowers that came out best in tests that year, but it doesn’t include models that came on the market after the summer. So for an even more complete overview including the latest leaf blowers, here is the newest and most up-to-date top 10 for you to benefit from.

1. Eurom Gardencleaner 3000

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 32,99, view here

The Eurom Gardencleaner 3000 is a real powerhouse with 3,000 watts of power. In addition to a blow speed of 270 kilometres per hour, this electric leaf blower also has a vacuum and shred function. You can easily manoeuvre it through your garden and over your driveway thanks to its swivel wheels. The blow tube consists of 2 parts, allowing you to extend the shaft easily. This also makes it easy to store once the job is done. All garden waste is neatly collected in the 35 litre collection bag. Thanks to the vacuum and shred function, the blower vacuums up the leaves and shreds them in the collection bag. You roll the blower over the ground on its nose wheel instead of having to carry it. This leaf blower has an extra handle for a good grip.

2. Gardena PowerJet Li40

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 349,-, view here

A cordless leaf blower that blows, vacuums and shreds? That’s the Gardena PowerJet Li40. With this blower you can blow leaves into a big pile or vacuum them up into the 30 litre collection bag. Thanks to the shred function, the leaves end up shredded in the bag. Handy, because this way they take up less space. One battery and one charger are included so you can get started right away. Battery empty? It’s fully charged again within 90 minutes. The blower also has an extra handle to increase comfort. The supplied nose wheels provide even more ease of use. This means you don’t have to carry the leaf blower all the time, but simply roll it over the ground.

3. Gardena ErgoJet 3000

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 92,-, view here

The Gardena ErgoJet 3000 is a powerful solution for cleaning up your garden waste. With its powerful 3000 watt motor and blow speed of 310 kilometres per hour, you can easily remove stubborn, damp leaves. Besides the blow function, this leaf blower also has a vacuum and shred function. Blow everything into a pile and then use the vacuum function to suck up the waste. Collected leaves are shredded at a ratio of 16:1, so more fits into the collection bag. The Gardena ErgoJet 3000 is well balanced and features an ergonomic handle, an extra grip and a carrying strap, providing comfort while you work.

4. Black & Decker GW3030-QS

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 89,99, view here

With a maximum blow speed of no less than 418 kilometres per hour, this is quite a leaf blower. And all of that at a weight of just 4.8 kilograms. It’s equipped with a durable metal rotor that increases the airflow and improves mulching capacity. You therefore use it not only as a leaf blower: it also works as a vacuum and shredder. The leaves are neatly collected in the 50 litre collection bag once shredded at a ratio of 16:1. The speed is adjustable up to 418 kilometres per hour, so you can tackle every job with the right power. The second handle and carrying strap make the GW3030-QS completely comfortable to use.

5. Makita DUB362Z + 2x 18V accu

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 389,-, view here

With this Makita you can immediately blow your entire garden clean. This blower has a variable blow speed from 97.2 kilometres per hour up to a maximum of 194 kilometres per hour. This means the blower always has the right power for any task. The blow pipe can also be adjusted to your preference. With the thumb buttons you can easily switch the blower on and off. And because it runs on batteries, you’re not tied to extension leads, so you can easily blow that pile of leaves at the back of your garden into one spot.

6. Powerplus POWXG4037 Bladblazer

For sale at bol.com for € 49,90, view here

This leaf blower quickly and easily blows away both dry and wet leaves. Besides blowing, the Powerplus POWXG4037 leaf blower can also vacuum, shred and rake together garden and leaf waste. This blower is suitable for regular use. You can blow both dry and wet leaves into a pile. But with this 4-in-1 Powerplus POWXG4037 you can also choose to vacuum up, shred and rake together your garden waste. Shredding happens automatically when you vacuum up the debris. Once the 45 litre collection bag is full, you can easily detach and empty it. The blower also has a fold-out rake to gather garden waste.

7. Einhell Accu Bladblazer 18V Kit

For sale at bol.com for € 71,17, view here

The Einhell GE-CL 18 Li E KIT cordless leaf blower is a powerful and reliable machine that helps you keep your garden, patio and driveway clean. It effortlessly blows away leaves, small branches and other garden debris from paving, lawn or gravel. Thanks to its low weight, this cordless blower is easy to handle. The automatic speed control ensures the blowing power is perfectly matched to the task at hand.

8. Kibani Bladblazer Benzine 63.3 cc

For sale at bol.com for € 189,99, view here

This 63.3 cc Kibani® leaf blower is ready to help you in every season. Thanks to its powerful 3.6 hp engine, this blower can handle large amounts of (wet) leaves as well as snow. Working with a leaf blower has never been so comfortable. Operation is very straightforward: you simply adjust the blowing power with the throttle on the handle. Thanks to the comfortable and ergonomic backpack system, you can easily work with the blower all day long.

9. Powerplus POWEG9013 Bladblazer

For sale at bol.com for just € 29,90, view here

This powerful 3300W leaf blower from Powerplus blows fallen leaves out of your garden at a speed of 250 kilometres per hour. With the selector switch you can quickly change function and also vacuum up your garden waste. This blower is suitable for occasional jobs. You can blow away dry leaves, but you can also vacuum them into the spacious collection bag. The shredder reduces your garden waste so you can collect as much as possible in one go.

What are the advantages?
+ You have a machine with 3 functions that you can easily switch between (blow / vacuum / shred).
+ Thanks to the large 40 litre collection bag you can keep working for a long time.
+ The leaves are shredded first, reducing the volume from 10 to 1.
+ Once the bag is full, you can easily unclip it to empty.
+ The leaf blower has a wide nozzle that rests on small wheels, which carry the weight for you. You simply roll the machine over the ground, saving your back.
+ A shoulder strap and auxiliary handle provide even more comfort.

10. Bosch ALB 18 Li

For sale at coolblue.nl for € 112,-, view here

The Bosch ALB 18 Li is a lightweight leaf blower that lets you clear every corner of your garden. It runs on a Bosch Power For All 18 volt battery, so you work without an extension lead. You also don’t need a power outlet nearby to get started. The speed is adjustable so you can match it to the working conditions. The handle with soft grip ensures comfortable operation. In addition, the tube can be detached from the device, allowing you to store the ALB 18 Li compactly.