TOH Product Panel – Best Gas Leaf Blower Scroll ← Conclusion Pros Cons Best for hot weather Echo Backpack Blower Check Price Our Take The Echo Backpack Blower includes a ventilation feature that circulates air around the user to keep them cool during hot weather. Pros – Has a compact and durable design– Includes a leaf guard to prevent overheating and blockages– Features a high-quality automotive-style air filter Cons – Doesn’t include images of the shoulder straps in the listing– Has the heaviest weight in this review at 27.5 pounds Most eco-friendly Husqvarna Backpack Blower Check Price Our Take This powerful blower has an X-torque engine that reduces exhaust emissions by 60%. Pros – Features an offset handle that reduces arm strain– Has an ergonomically designed harness– Can be placed on cruise control Cons – Can be difficult to contact customer service for assistance– Includes a starter rope that may be difficult for some customers to use Schröder Industrial Backpack Leaf Blower Check Price Our Take With a powerful 63.3-cubic-centimeter engine, this leaf blower can tackle any blowing task in your yard. Pros – Includes a five-year warranty– Comes with free return shipping within 45 days if you’re not satisfied with your purchase– Weighs less than any other backpack blower in this review Cons – Can leak gas– Includes a starting mechanism that may be difficult for some customers to use Craftsman Handheld Leaf Blower Check Price Our Take This Craftsman blower comes with oil to lubricate the engine and start using the tool as soon as it arrives. Pros – Comes with an extended nozzle and scraper– Uses easy-start technology– Has a lightweight design, only weighing 11 pounds Cons – Includes a starter cord that can break if it’s handled roughly– Not as powerful as backpack gas leaf blowers Poulan Pro Handheld Leaf Blower Check Price Our Take This lightweight blower reduces vibrations and has a soft-grip handle, making it easy to hold for long periods of time. Pros – Features a trigger-operated variable speed control– Has a high flow rate for a handheld model at 470 cubic feet per minute– Has a spring-assisted starting system Cons – Has a more expensive price tag than the other handheld leaf blower in this review– Has parts that may be challenging to replace if they break