Backpack Leaf Blowers
Backpack leaf blowers for drives, car parks, estates and the autumn leaf clear-up, when a handheld blower isn't enough. Petrol models from Echo and battery models from EGO, from about £250 for a battery blower (tool only) to around £630 for the largest petrol machine.
Carrying the engine or battery on your back takes the weight off your arms and lets you work for longer with more airflow. Our guide below helps you choose the size and power you need.
Backpack blower buying guideBackpack or handheld, petrol or battery, size, noise and FAQs
1. Backpack or handheld?
A handheld blower is fine for patios, paths and a small garden. Choose a backpack blower if you're clearing a long drive, a large lawn under trees, a yard or car park, or if you'll be blowing for more than half an hour at a time. The harness carries the weight, so you can work longer without tiring.
2. Petrol or battery?
- Petrol: the most airflow for big areas and wet leaves, with no charging to plan. Echo's backpack blowers are all low-vibration models, which makes a real difference over a long session. The trade-off is noise, fuel and servicing.
- Battery: much quieter, so better near houses and for early starts, with no fuel and almost no maintenance. The EGO LB6000E runs on the same 56V batteries as EGO's mowers and trimmers. The trade-off is runtime at full power, so a second battery helps on big clear-ups.
3. How much blower do you need?
- Large gardens and drives: the Echo PB-265ESLT is the smallest petrol backpack here, or the EGO LB6000E if you want battery.
- Estates, yards and regular leaf clearing: the Echo PB-580 gives a step up in power.
- Professional and all-day use: the Echo PB-770 is the largest blower in the range.
Compare the airflow figures in each spec table. Airflow (m³/h) is how much air the blower moves, which matters most for shifting piles of leaves; air speed matters more for wet, stuck-down leaves.
| Your job | Where to start |
|---|---|
| Long drive or large garden | Echo PB-265ESLT or EGO LB6000E |
| Quiet working near houses | EGO LB6000E (LB6002E kit includes battery and charger) |
| Estates and yards | Echo PB-580 |
| All-day professional clearing | Echo PB-770 |
Why buy your backpack blower from us
We're a family-run, authorised dealer at Island Road, Westbere, near Canterbury, for Echo and EGO among others. Every blower is checked before it leaves, and our workshop services and repairs blowers after the sale. We deliver UK-wide. Call 01227 711100 for advice on the right size.
Frequently asked questions
Is a backpack blower better than a handheld?
For big areas and long sessions, yes: more airflow and the weight is on your back, not your arm. For patios and small gardens, a handheld is lighter and easier to store.
Are battery backpack blowers powerful enough?
For most drives, gardens and grounds, yes, and they're far quieter. For the heaviest professional clearing, petrol still has the edge.
Can a backpack blower vacuum leaves?
No, these blow only. If you want to collect and shred leaves, look at our blower vacs.
What does "tool only" mean?
The EGO LB6000E comes without a battery or charger. If you don't own EGO batteries, choose the LB6002E kit.
Do you service leaf blowers?
Yes. Our workshop services and repairs most major makes. Call our service team on 01227 711100.
