All leaf blowers have their own reputations derived from users who have used and tried them out. These reputations come from their attributes & features. This article is here to describe those attributes associated with leaf blowers. See our leaf blower features article for features of leaf blowers.
Air Power – The power that is blown out to move leaves and debris. Large areas, especially commercial uses require large machines with a lot of power but you may require a lot of power with more mobile and smaller types. Air power is typically the main attribute that is looked at with leaf blowers. One useful feature that is appearing more is variable speed.
Mulch Ratio – Most machines with a vacuum now contain a mulcher. Mulchers are basically made up of blades which cut debris, in this case leaves, into a fine mix. The ratio gives you an idea of how fine the mulcher cuts the leaves. A ratio of 10:1 means it turns the leaves into a tenth of its size, therefore the higher the ratio number the finer the leaves are shredded.
Noise in Decibel (dB) – Measurement of sound. Decibels are used with many objects and sounds that we hear today. Knowing this assessment of sound is vital for us in order for us to protect our ears and hearing. If any product stats around 85dB then you should always be equipping yourself with some ear protection.
Price – Can always be a limiting factor, many a times I myself have declined purchasing models solely due to price. It’s all about estimating a price you are willing spend. Some large models especially the pushed types can cost quite a bundle, smaller handheld blowers can be quite expensive too.
Size – From small to large there’s a blower for every size. Important for storage and operation.
Weight – Many builds contain certain materials that effect price, build quality/longevity and weight. It’s important to think about how long you will use the leaf blower or the size of the area it will be used upon.