Gas Leaf Blower Buyer's Guide
How to Pick the Perfect Gas Leaf Blower
Are you in the market for a high-octane cleanup tool? Then gas-powered leaf blowers are perfect for you.
With three styles of gale-force leaf and debris-blowing capability, the gas leaf blower category is sure to offer a model that matches your needs.
The size of your cleanups will dictate which style to go with:
- Handheld gas leaf blower
- Backpack gas leaf blower
- Walk-behind gas leaf blower
| GAS LEAF BLOWERS | Handheld | Backpack | Walk-Behind |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  |  |  |
| Weight: | 9-15 Pounds | 15-26 Pounds | 76-248 Pounds |
| Engine Size: | 24-30cc | 27-75cc | 163-570cc |
| Engine Style: | 2-Cycle 4-Cycle | 2-Cycle 4-Cycle | 4-Cycle |
Handheld Gas Leaf Blowers
If you're looking for a machine that's powerful yet still small and easy to operate, consider a gas-powered handheld leaf blower. These handheld blowers are heavier than their electric counterparts, yet only tip the scales at around 15 pounds so they don't require too much effort to use.
Gas-powered handheld leaf blowers have more power, blowing air at speeds of around 150-200 mph. Because the engines are gasoline powered, they're louder than electric models. Gas-powered leaf blowers include a recoil start so you'll pull a cord to fire them up.
Learn More: How to Pick the Perfect Gas Handheld Leaf Blower
Backpack Leaf Blowers
If you're looking for the power of a gas blower, but don't want the strain of a handheld model, then a gasoline-powered backpack leaf blower is for you.
With a backpack blower strapped to your back, you'll be enjoying your clean and uncluttered lawn in no time. Only weighing between 15-20 pounds, these backpack leaf blowers won't physically exhaust you.
Walk-Behind Leaf Blowers
If you find yourself repeatedly saying, "It needs more power," then a walk-behind leaf blower is the perfect choice for you. You'll need to push these around, but their power is unmatched.
Walk-behind blowers are louder than the other options, but they can move more leaves than any of the other gas blower styles. These are popular with landscaping crews who need to blow grass clippings or leaves away from sidewalks and fences.