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A cordless leaf vacuum blower with rechargeable batteries allows room to roam and is compact enough to be easily stored. Corded leaf vacuums are best suited to modestly sized outdoor spaces, since they require access to an electrical outlet. Electric leaf vacuums are quieter, easier to maintain, and typically less expensive.Like lawn mowers, leaf vacuums are available in electric- and gas-powered versions.
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However, they’re more expensive and cannot be used as a leaf blower. These models hold the most leaves and may include a mulch function as well. Walk-behind leaf vacuums resemble lawn mowers, but instead of cutting grass, they suck leaves up into a large collection sack.Backpack models tend to have larger collection sacks that need emptying less often. Backpack leaf vacuums are usually hybrid models that have leaf blowing as their main function.A cordless leaf vacuum is also typically handheld to provide optimal maneuverability. While handhelds typically have the smallest collection bags, some models may cross into backpack territory (see below) and have somewhat larger vacuum bags. These models can be vacuum-only or a hybrid that works as a blower and/or sweeper too. Handheld leaf vacuums are the smallest and least powerful option, but they’re often the most affordable and lightest.Leaf vacuums are made in a few types, and some kinds work better in certain situations and setups than others. Take a look below at some important factors that can help you determine the motor type, power, and design that will work best for you. There are also three power source types-gas, electric, and battery power-with each option affecting runtime and suction. Leaf vacuums come in various types and with different-sized collection bags. Photo: Mark Wolfe What to Consider When Choosing the Best Leaf Vacuum BEST BACKPACK: BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower.BEST CORDLESS: Greenworks 40V Brushless Cordless Blower/Vacuum.BEST GAS UNIT: Husqvarna 2-Cycle Gas Handheld Leaf Blower/Vacuum.BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: WORX WG509 12 Amp TRIVAC 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower.RUNNER UP: Sun Joe SBJ605E 14-Amp 3-in-1 Electric Blower.
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