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    Leaf Blower Picker

    Save your back. Pick the right one.

    EGO 765 CFM Cordless

    $280

    Best cordless. Powerful. Lightweight. Quiet.

    Best overall.

    Ryobi 40V

    $180

    Light + cheap + battery. Senior-friendly.

    Best value.

    Worx Trivac WG509

    $110

    Corded blower + vacuum + mulcher.

    Best 3-in-1.

    Toro Power Sweep (electric)

    $60

    Cheap corded. Good for small yards.

    Best budget.

    Stihl BG 56 (gas)

    $200

    Pro-grade gas. Most powerful but loud.

    Best gas.

    Cordless = best for seniors

    • No cord to trip over.
    • Lighter than gas.
    • Quieter than gas (less hearing damage).
    • No fuel mixing or storing.
    • Battery 20-40 min runtime.
    • Reaches anywhere in yard.
    • Battery shared with other tools (EGO, Ryobi platforms).

    Senior-friendly features

    • Under 8 lbs — easy on shoulders.
    • Variable speed trigger (low for delicate plants).
    • Cruise control button — no constant trigger pulling.
    • Padded shoulder strap if heavier.
    • Quick-release battery — no struggle.
    • Tube length adjustable.

    Skip the leaf blower?

    • Hire help — TaskRabbit, neighborhood teen $25-50/visit.
    • Fall cleanup service — $100-300 for whole yard.
    • Mulching mower — leaves break down into lawn.
    • Leave them be — better for soil + bird/insect habitat.
    • Rake — exercise, no battery, peaceful.

    Safety

    • Hearing protection (cheap foam plugs $5).
    • Safety glasses — debris flies.
    • Closed-toe shoes.
    • No ladder use.
    • Don't lean over — tip-over risk.
    • Watch for hidden tripping hazards under leaves.
    • Stop if winded — sit, drink water.

    Battery platform tip

    Pick ONE battery platform: EGO 56V, Ryobi 40V, DeWalt 20V Max. Then leaf blower + string trimmer + hedge trimmer + chainsaw + mower share batteries. Cheaper long-term + simpler. EGO + Ryobi = best senior platforms.