10 Best Budget Leaf Blowers under $100 – Reviews & Top Picks 2024

Before leaf blowers, you had to manually sweep up trimmings, snow, dirt, or anything blocking your walkways. Leaf blowers made these jobs much easier and more efficient, and a single person could clean an entire porch or driveway in just a few minutes.

Unfortunately, early leaf blowers all ran on gas, meaning they were obnoxiously loud, needed lots of maintenance and winterizing, and discharged loads of emissions into the atmosphere. Not to mention the prohibitively expensive cost of purchasing one.

Luckily, our technology has come a long way; leaf blowers today are affordable, efficient, quieter, and produce far fewer pollutants than models of years past. However, picking one hasn’t become any easier, which is why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to compare 10 of the best budget-priced leaf blowers under $100. The following reviews should help you determine which one is the perfect fit for your needs and wallet.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

Rating	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		Greenworks 24012 Electric Leaf Blower	Blows at 160 MPH Priced very affordably Cord lock prevents unplugging during use	CHECK PRICE
		WORX WG520 Turbine 600 Corded Electric Leaf Blower	Two speeds to select between Moves an impressive 600 CFM Built for single-handed operation	CHECK PRICE
		Toro 51585 Power Sweep Electric Leaf Blower	Produces wind speeds of 160 MPH Two-speeds for better control Weighs just 4.6 pounds	CHECK PRICE
		BLACK+DECKER BV6000 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower	Air speeds up to 250 MPH Two speeds to select from 3-in-1 design is also a vacuum and mulcher	CHECK PRICE
		Sun Joe SBJ597E-SJB Electric Leaf Blower	Dirt-cheap pricing Blows at 155 MPH Weighs less than four pounds	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Budget Leaf Blowers under $100

1. Greenworks Electric Leaf Blower – Best Overall

It might be dirt-cheap, but the Greenworks 24012 Electric Leaf Blower is our top choice. It’s one of the most affordable leaf blowers we’ve seen, but it still packs plenty of power with the ability to move air at speeds up to 160 MPH. Granted, it’s only producing 150 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of airflow, but that’s plenty to clear dirt, debris, clippings, and more.

Since it’s electric, you must plug it into an extension cord to power it. A cord lock keeps it firmly attached to ensure it doesn’t accidentally come unplugged. The unit weighs under 5  pounds, so it won’t tire out your arm when chasing leaves down the driveway. With 4 years of coverage under the manufacturer’s warranty, the Greenworks 24012 should be around for many seasons, and we think it’s the best overall budget leaf blower on the market today.

2. WORX Turbine 600 Corded Electric Leaf Blower

The WORX WG520 Electric Leaf Blower is more expensive than our top pick but also more powerful. It moves an impressive amount of air, 600 CFM. It has two speeds, but interestingly, it tops out at just 110 MPH. So, even though it’s moving more air, the air isn’t moving as fast.

When you need more concentrated airflow, you can attach the nozzle to increase the pressure for tougher jobs. There’s also a built-in retainer to keep the extension cord attached so it’s not constantly unplugging as you work.

Though the WORX blower is a bit bulkier than others we tested, it’s still built very light for single-handed use at 6.4 pounds. There are more affordable options, but if you want the extra power, the WORX WG520 is a great option that still falls well within our $100 budget.

3. Toro Power Sweep Electric Leaf Blower

Priced right between our top two contenders, the Toro 51585 Power Sweep Electric Leaf Blower is still very capable. It produces wind speeds up to 160 MPH on the higher of two-speed settings you can choose from. This allows for better control since you don’t always need max airflow.

This device weighs just 4.6 pounds, making it easy to operate with one hand. It only produces 155 CFM, but since it moves the air so quickly, it still feels powerful.

We appreciate the warranty that covers the Toro for 2 years from the date of purchase. Even though it’s cheap, the warranty is a sign that the quality is there, and you can expect this tool to hold up.

4. BLACK+DECKER 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower

This BLACK+DECKER electric leaf blower is a 3-in-1 model that does a lot more than just blow leaves. It also functions as a vacuum and a mulcher, meaning you’re getting more bang for your buck. If you need a tool that can do all these tasks, the BV6000 is an excellent choice.

However, it’s not our favorite dedicated leaf blower for a few reasons. First, it’s too heavy. At 8.1 pounds, it’s more than twice the weight of other leaf blowers we tested. You get two speeds to choose from. At top speed, this machine moves air at 250 MPH, which is impressive, to say the least.

Even on low, the air is moving at 180 MPH. Unfortunately, this reduces the usefulness of the Black and Decker since you can’t set it to slower speeds when you need more control or limit how far you’re blowing the debris.

5. Sun Joe Electric Leaf Blower

The first thing you’ll likely notice about the Sun Joe Electric Leaf Blower is its incredibly low price. That’s what attracted us to it in the first place. It’s one of the cheapest leaf blowers we’ve ever seen, but it’s still a very capable device.

The Sun Joe blower moves air at 155 MPH. It’s limited to 260 CFM of airflow, which isn’t the best, but it’s also not the lowest we’ve seen by a long shot. Unfortunately, the blower’s speed is not adjustable, so your airflow is always the same.

Still, at 4 pounds, the Sun Joe is lightweight and ultra-portable. If it were a bit more versatile, it would be positioned higher on our list.

6. K I M O. Cordless Leaf Blower

The biggest problem with many leaf blowers we tested for this list is that they’re not very portable. Being tied to an extension cord limits your movement substantially. But the KIMO Cordless Leaf Blower solves this problem since it’s battery-powered. It’s even lighter than competitors at just 2.2 pounds and doubles as a vacuum.

Despite all the benefits of this blower, it had more drawbacks than we could overlook. For instance, the battery is great until it dies. Unfortunately, the battery dies very quickly. You’re unlikely to get more than 20 minutes of run time.

Then, it takes an hour to charge, leaving you unable to work. To top it off, the KIMO is near the top of our price range. Considering what’s available for even cheaper, this isn’t the leaf blower that we’d pick.

7. Avid Power Cordless Leaf Blower

We love the freedom that a cordless leaf blower like this one from Avid Power provides. However, too many disappointing drawbacks accompanied this tool for us to recommend it. It tops out at 130 MPH, which is considerably lower than many of the cheaper blowers we tested that needed to be plugged in.

At least with those models, the battery will never die. With this one, the dismal battery life left us unable to work more often than not, especially since the battery takes hours to charge and only minutes to drain.

The Avid Power blower has six speeds, providing plenty of control. We also like how light it is at just 3.4 pounds. But the battery’s limited run-time and long charge-time prevent it from being one of the better options.

8. SALEM MASTER Cordless Leaf Blower

The SALEM MASTER leaf blower is battery-powered for complete cordless freedom. Though it’s not the most powerful, it also doubles as a vacuum. Truthfully, it isn’t very powerful as a blower, either. It moves less than 100 CFM of air, making it one of the weaker blowers we tested. If your grass trimmings are wet, this machine won’t move them.

Like many cordless leaf blowers we compared it to, the SALEM MASTER has a pitiful battery life of less than 20 minutes. Once dead, the battery takes more than an hour to recharge. If you only need to blow a tiny area, maybe this device will suffice, but its poor performance means we can’t recommend it.

9. Toolman Cordless 2-in-1 Leaf Blower

Like many cordless blowers we tested, this one doubles as a vacuum. The vacuum isn’t much use since it doesn’t have any real suction to speak of. At least the kit includes a second battery! Each battery takes about 2 hours to charge, which is longer than most of the kits we’re comparing it to.

Worse, you’ll lose power in the blower when the battery gets low. With a 30% charge remaining, don’t expect enough power to move anything heavier than dust particles. Despite that, the Toolman blower is one of the more expensive options! That’s too many negative marks for us, which is why this blower is at the bottom of our list.

10. ENERTWIST 20V Cordless Leaf Blower

With just 88 CFM of max airflow, the ENERTWIST Cordless Leaf Blower provides lackluster performance, to say the least. It doubles as a vacuum, but like many of the 2-in-1 blowers we tested, the vacuum is too underpowered to be much good.

In fact, this unit is too underpowered as a blower to be of much use. Don’t expect it to move damp grass cuttings; it just doesn’t have enough power. Some of the extra features we noticed turned out to be useless, such as the built-in LED that’s too dim to illuminate anything. We’d recommend skipping this blower for one with enough power to warrant its purchase.

Buyer’s Guide – Choosing the Best Budget Leaf Blower

We tested each of these tools to see how they compare. But most people don’t have that luxury, so how do you decide which blower to buy? For us, the choice boils down to a few key factors, which we will share with you now. If you keep these features at the front of your mind, you’ll surely pick a blower that fits your needs.

Corded vs Cordless

One of the first decisions is whether you want a cordless or a corded blower. Each has advantages and disadvantages that make them better for specific situations.

Corded Leaf Blowers

On one hand, you never have to worry about a corded leaf blower dying or running out of gas. Likewise, you don’t ever have to wait for batteries to charge. On the other hand, you’re always tied to a cord, so it’s not as portable as a cordless blower.

You won’t be able to take the blower farther than your extension cord reaches. However, most corded leaf blowers are more powerful than their cordless counterparts, which can be a significant advantage in many situations.

Cordless Leaf Blowers

The obvious advantage of a cordless leaf blower is the improved portability. You can take a battery-powered blower anywhere; its reach is not limited. However, batteries don’t last very long with powerful tools like leaf blowers.

You’ll have more downtime while waiting for batteries to charge. If you only have one battery, you’ll likely spend more time waiting for batteries to charge than working. Battery-powered blowers are also not usually as powerful as corded models.

Air Speed

One metric that can instantly tell you the power of any blower is the airspeed. Most of the blowers we tested produced airspeeds around 160 MPH. Some of them were slower, maxing out at around 130 MPH. We found this wasn’t enough speed to move heavier debris, such as wet grass clippings.

On the other hand, some of the blowers we tested had much higher air speeds, up to 250 MPH. This is great when you need to move a lot of debris or heavier debris, but it can be a hindrance at other times. When you’re trying to clear off your porch, high air speeds can make almost as much mess as they’re cleaning!

Air Displacement

Airspeed is just one element of a blower’s effectiveness, however. Another is air displacement, which is measured in CFM. Most of the blowers we tested produced moderate airflow levels around the 100 CFM mark.

However, the most powerful ones could displace up to 600 CFM of air. This will help you clear larger areas quicker without spreading the debris around too much.

Warranty

One significant difference between the models we tested is the warranties. We’ve seen excellent warranties that last years and dismal warranties that won’t cover damages in the first year. For us, the peace of mind a good warranty provides is well worth shopping around for.

Weight

Many blowers are designed for one-handed use. They’re lightweight, so you won’t get tired when using them for extended periods. Some of our favorites were so light they didn’t weigh 5 pounds!

However, others were as heavy as 8 pounds. It may not sound like much, but when clearing the whole driveway, your shoulder will likely feel the weight difference!

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In Conclusion

If you thought that leaf blowers were out of your budget, you were probably surprised to see how many viable options are available for well below $100. After reading our reviews, you should have a good idea of which blower you prefer, but we’ll leave you with our final recommendation so it’s fresh in your mind.

For us, the clear choice is the Greenworks 7-amp electric blower. It packs plenty of power at an affordable price, producing air speeds up to 160 MPH in a package that weighs less than 5 pounds. It has excellent features like a cord lock to prevent accidental unplugging, and an impressive 4-year manufacturer’s warranty protects it.

The WORX WG520 Turbine 600 Electric Leaf Blower was our runner-up, and it’s the model we recommend when you need a bit more airflow than the Greenworks offers. This one produces up to 600 CFM of airflow, though it weighs just 6.4 pounds since it’s designed for one-handed operation.