Blow, Vacuum and Mulch: Best Leaf Blower Vacuum Combos From Corded Trivacs to 56V Kits

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The best leaf blower vacuum does three jobs: it blows leaves into a pile, sucks them up, and shreds them into a bag so ten bags of leaves become one or two. How well it does those jobs comes down to a few listed numbers: airflow in CFM, air speed in MPH, mulch ratio, bag size and weight, plus whether you want a cord or a battery.

We compared seven combos sold by Amazon.com and listed in stock: three corded 12-amp models, including a backpack-bag design, three cordless kits on WORX, Greenworks and EGO batteries, and a light BLACK+DECKER sweeper vac for patios and driveways. CFM, MPH and mulch claims are each brand’s own figures, so we attribute them and flag what a listing leaves out, such as impeller material.

Fall cleanup is also home maintenance. Clearing leaves from gutters and away from your siding helps with water and fire risk, and we close with the safety gear and habits that matter.

Our Top Leaf Blower Vacuum Picks at a Glance

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1. WORX Trivac WG512 Corded 3-in-1: Best Overall

WORX’s WG512 Trivac is a corded 3-in-1 that blows, vacuums and mulches leaves with a 12-amp motor. The listing pitches it for lawns, patios, driveways, decks and walkways, and says it delivers 600 CFM to move large volumes of leaves and yard debris into piles before you switch to vacuum mode.

Switching modes is the part WORX highlights: you flip a switch or lever to go from blowing to vacuuming, with no tools and no tube swap described in the listing. Variable-speed control lets you turn the airflow down near flower beds and up for big piles in the open.

In vacuum mode, leaves go through the mulcher and into a 50-liter collection bag. WORX lists a 16:1 mulch ratio, meaning, by its figure, sixteen bags of loose leaves shrink to about one. The listing also says it works with compatible WORX leaf collection accessories, WA4058, WA4094 and WA4096, for larger cleanup jobs. In the box you get the blower and the collection bag.

It suits homeowners with a small to medium yard within extension-cord reach, who want continuous power without waiting on batteries. The listed weight is 9.1 pounds, so you will feel it on long vacuum sessions; a shoulder strap or frequent breaks help.

Why we like it

• 600 CFM listed airflow
• 16:1 mulch ratio
• Flip-switch blow/vac conversion

Watch out for

The listing gives no MPH figure, doesn’t say what the impeller is made of, and leaves the warranty field empty.

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2. BLACK+DECKER BV6000 3-in-1: Best Metal-Impeller Corded Model

BLACK+DECKER’s BV6000 is a corded 12-amp blower that converts to a leaf vacuum and mulcher. The title lists 250 MPH and 400 CFM, and the listing describes it blowing through leaves and debris with ease.

The fan is the detail that matters most for vacuuming. BLACK+DECKER calls it a High Impact Metal Fan and says it prevents clogging when mulching while grinding up to 16 bags of leaves down to one. Many combo listings don’t name the impeller material at all, so this one is worth noting if you vacuum twigs and acorns along with leaves.

Collection works differently from most picks. Instead of a reusable zip bag, it uses a disposable leaf bag system: you fill the bag, tie it and toss it, and two disposable bags are included. Two speeds cover flower beds and matted leaves, and a built-in cord retainer keeps the extension cord from pulling loose. BLACK+DECKER also says it is 50% quieter, measured against its own LH4500 model using the EN ISO 3744 test procedure.

It suits homeowners who dislike emptying a dusty reusable bag and who want a corded tool on the lighter side; it is listed at 8.1 pounds. Budget for replacement disposable bags if you clear leaves often.

Why we like it

• Metal fan named in the listing
• Tie-and-toss bags
• 2-year warranty field

Watch out for

Disposable bags are an ongoing cost, and the 400 CFM title figure trails the WORX WG512’s listed 600.

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3. CRAFTSMAN CMEBL7000 3-in-1 Backpack: Best Backpack-Bag Design

CRAFTSMAN’s CMEBL7000 is a corded 3-in-1 leaf blower, vacuum and mulcher whose collection bag is worn as a backpack. That shifts the weight of collected leaves off the tool and onto your shoulders, which matters once the bag starts filling with damp mulch.

The listing rates its 12-amp motor at up to 450 CFM and 260 MPH for blowing. Conversion between blower and vacuum/mulcher is tool-free, per CRAFTSMAN, so you can blow leaves out of beds and corners, then switch over and collect them.

The backpack bag holds up to 55 liters of mulched debris and has an easy-to-empty wide-mouth opening, which the listing presents as the comfort feature. The listing doesn’t give a mulch ratio or say what the impeller is made of, so if you vacuum a lot of sticks, check the manual for what the intake can handle. It is listed at 11.27 pounds.

It suits homeowners with a bigger lot within extension-cord range who do long vacuum sessions each fall. Anyone with a small patio or a short cleanup routine may find the backpack more gear than they need. Plan your extension cord route before you start, because a backpack bag makes it harder to see a cord trailing behind you, and empty the bag before it gets too heavy to lift off comfortably.

Why we like it

• Backpack carries the leaf load
• 260 MPH listed air speed
• 55L bag with wide-mouth opening

Watch out for

The listing skips the mulch ratio, impeller material and warranty term.

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4. WORX WG583 40V Cordless 3-in-1: Best Cordless 3-in-1

Going cordless doesn’t mean giving up mulching, as WORX’s WG583 shows. It runs on two 20V PowerShare batteries combined into 40V, and the listing says it blows, vacuums and mulches leaves to cut down on raking, bagging and hauling.

For blowing, WORX lists up to 340 CFM and 210 MPH for dry leaves, grass clippings and yard debris. A brushless motor, which WORX says runs 50% longer and delivers 25% more power than a brushed motor, drives the fan, and two speeds cover flower beds and heavier piles. Conversion between blow and vac modes uses a switch or lever, without tools.

In vacuum mode, the tube has a wheel at the end that supports the tool’s weight as you roll it across the lawn, which helps over a large yard. Leaves mulch at a 12:1 ratio, per the listing. The box includes the tool, collection bag, blower tube, wheeled mulch/vac tube, two batteries and a dual charger. WORX doesn’t state the battery capacity on this listing.

It suits homeowners whose yard reaches beyond a cord, and anyone already invested in WORX 20V tools. At a listed 11.25 pounds, the wheeled tube is a real help. Keep a charged spare if your yard is large, since a 3-in-1 working in vacuum mode drains batteries faster than light blowing does, and the listing gives no runtime figure.

Why we like it

• Wheeled vac tube
• Runs on shared 20V batteries
• Brushless motor

Watch out for

The listing doesn’t give battery amp-hours, and its 12:1 mulch ratio trails the 16:1 claims of the WG512, BV6000 and EGO.

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5. Greenworks 48V (24V x 2) Blower/Vacuum: Best for Airflow on Battery

Greenworks builds this blower/vacuum around two of its 24V batteries working together as 48V. The listing claims 520 CFM and 240 MPH of airflow and pitches it for wet leaves, grass clippings, dirt, gravel and patio debris on driveways, sidewalks and decks.

A brushless motor runs the fan, and Greenworks says it delivers higher torque and better efficiency than a brushed motor for stronger, more consistent airflow. Converting from blowing to vacuuming and mulching is tool-free, and in vacuum mode the listing says leaves mulch at a 12:1 reduction ratio.

The kit includes two 4.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger, so both packs can charge at once. Greenworks says the batteries fit its 24V platform, which it says powers more than 200 tools. The bullets list a 3-year tool warranty and a 3-year battery warranty, though the separate warranty field on the listing is empty. Bag size isn’t stated.

It suits homeowners who already own Greenworks 24V tools, or who want a single battery system for the trimmer, mower and blower. It is listed at 10.25 pounds. Because the batteries are shared, a household that already owns two 24V packs could keep one set charging while the other set works. Check how the bag attaches and empties in the manual, since the listing doesn’t show a bag size or style.

Why we like it

• 520 CFM listed
• Two batteries included
• Shares 24V batteries with other tools

Watch out for

The listing doesn’t give the bag size, and the size field looks like packaging rather than the tool.

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6. EGO Power+ LV5005 56V Leaf Vacuum/Mulcher: Best Premium Cordless

EGO’s LV5005 is built vacuum-first. The listing calls it a leaf vacuum and mulcher with a 500 CFM blower, and it runs on the brand’s 56V ARC Lithium batteries, with a 6.0Ah pack and a 320W charger in the box.

The mulching hardware is described in detail: a six-blade metal impeller that finely mulches leaves at a 16:1 ratio, which EGO says reduces 16 bags down to one. The vacuum tube has a metal-tipped wide opening for better air intake and fewer clogs. Leaves collect in a 40-liter heavy-duty bag that EGO says is easy to empty.

For blowing, EGO lists up to 500 CFM and up to 210 MPH with the tapered nozzle attached. A variable-speed rotary dial sets power, a soft-grip auxiliary handle and a shoulder strap help with long sessions, and switching between the blower and vacuum tubes is tool-free. EGO quotes up to 90 minutes of runtime on low with the included battery and an IPX5 weather-resistance rating. The bullets list a 5-year limited tool warranty and a 3-year limited battery warranty.

It suits large yards, EGO battery owners and anyone who wants cordless freedom without giving up a metal impeller. The listed weight of 28 pounds appears to describe the whole kit, so check the manual for the working weight.

Why we like it

• Metal impeller and 16:1 mulching
• Up to 90 minutes on low
• IPX5 weather resistance

Watch out for

It costs far more than any other pick, and the listing’s weight and size figures look like the boxed kit.

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7. BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 40V Sweeper Vac: Best for Patios and Driveways

BLACK+DECKER’s LSWV36 is a cordless sweeper vac more than a lawn tool. The listing describes a 120 mph blower that clears debris from hard surfaces like driveways, decks and garages, and that converts to vacuum mode for picking that debris up without a cord.

Weight is the headline. BLACK+DECKER says it weighs 5.4 pounds for blowing and 6.9 pounds in vacuum mode, which makes it easy to carry around a patio or up deck stairs. The blow tube has a built-in scraper to loosen matted leaves and stuck-on debris, and a soft-grip handle adds comfort.

A 40V MAX lithium-ion battery with a state-of-charge indicator powers it, and POWERCOMMAND controls let you trade speed for runtime; the title mentions a 6-speed dial. In vacuum mode, the mulching fan reduces up to 6 bags of leaves to one. BLACK+DECKER describes a low-noise design, and the warranty field reads 3 years.

It suits small yards, townhomes and anyone whose leaf problem is mostly on pavement, along with pool decks where you want leaves out before they reach the water. For deep lawn leaf piles, a higher-airflow model fits better. Think of it as a cordless broom with suction: quick to grab for a five-minute sweep of the front walk or the garage floor after a windy day, then back on the charger.

Why we like it

• 5.4 lb in blower mode
• Built-in scraper
• 3-year warranty field

Watch out for

With 120 mph and a 6:1 mulch ratio, it is outmatched on lawns full of leaves.

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How We Chose the Best Leaf Blower Vacuums

We compared each listing on the specs that decide how fast a leaf pile disappears, and attributed every performance figure to the brand:

• Airflow: CFM and MPH as each listing states them.
• Mulching: stated mulch ratio and impeller material, or flagged as not stated.
• Collection: bag size and style, from reusable to backpack to disposable.
• Power source: corded 12-amp or cordless, with the battery platform named.
• Weight, warranty field and seller: every pick is sold by Amazon.com and was in stock when we checked.

Leaf Blower Vacuum Buying Guide

Best Leaf Blower and Vacuum Combo: Corded or Cordless?

Corded combos like the WORX WG512, BLACK+DECKER BV6000 and CRAFTSMAN CMEBL7000 run as long as you need and cost less, but the cord limits range and must stay clear of the intake. Cordless kits from WORX, Greenworks and EGO cost more and run on battery time, but go anywhere in the yard. If you already own a cordless platform, buying into the same batteries saves money.

Best Cordless Leaf Blower Vacuum: Battery Platforms

The WORX WG583 runs on two 20V PowerShare batteries, the Greenworks on two 24V packs (48V total), the EGO on a single 56V ARC Lithium battery, and the BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 on a 40V MAX pack. Only the Greenworks (two 4.0Ah) and EGO (6.0Ah, up to 90 minutes on low) state battery capacity on these listings. Check whether the kit includes batteries and a charger before comparing prices.

Best Leaf Blower Vacuum and Mulcher: Ratios and Impellers

Mulch ratio claims run from 16:1 on the WORX WG512, BLACK+DECKER BV6000 and EGO, to 12:1 on the WORX WG583 and Greenworks, to 6:1 on the LSWV36 sweeper. Impeller material matters because sticks and acorns get pulled in with the leaves: the BV6000 lists a “High Impact Metal Fan” and the EGO a six-blade metal impeller, while the other listings don’t say. Treat any unnamed impeller as one to keep away from hard debris.

CFM vs. MPH: Reading Airflow Claims

CFM measures how much air moves; MPH measures how fast. High CFM moves big piles, and high MPH lifts wet, stuck leaves. Per their listings, the WORX WG512 claims the most airflow here at 600 CFM, and the CRAFTSMAN the highest air speed at 260 MPH. These are brand figures measured in different ways, so use them for rough comparison, not as test results.

Bag Size and Weight

Bigger bags mean fewer trips to the compost pile but more weight on your arm or back. The CRAFTSMAN lists a 55L backpack bag, the WORX WG512 a 50L bag and the EGO a 40L bag; the BV6000 uses disposable bags. Listed tool weights run from 5.4 pounds in blower mode on the LSWV36 up to 11.27 pounds on the CRAFTSMAN.

Leaves on the Patio, in the Pool and in the Shop

A sweeper vac like the LSWV36 handles leaves on decks before they blow into the water; for leaves already in the pool, see our pool vacuum guide. For wet leaves, puddles and garage debris that a leaf vac shouldn’t touch, a wet dry vacuum is the right tool.

Leaf Vac Safety and Fall Home Protection

Leaf vacuums are loud, fast-spinning tools, and leaves near a house carry their own risks:

• Protect your hearing and eyes. The NIDCD lists leaf blowers among household noise sources that can contribute to hearing loss, and OSHA’s noise page notes NIOSH recommends keeping worker exposure below 85 dBA over eight hours. Wear ear protection and safety glasses.
• Keep the intake clear of hazards. Don’t vacuum stones, metal, wet clumps or anything hot, and follow your manual’s list of what the impeller can take.
• Never vacuum fireplace or fire-pit ashes. The U.S. Fire Administration’s heating fire safety handout says to put ashes in a metal container with a lid, outside, at least 10 feet from your home.
• Mind the cord. With corded models, keep the extension cord behind you and away from the vacuum tube.
• Clear gutters and siding. NFPA advises cleaning roofs and gutters of dead leaves and debris that could catch embers, and the EPA recommends cleaning and repairing roof gutters regularly to control moisture.
• Know your coverage. Our Ohio homeowners insurance guide and tips for first-time Ohio homeowners explain how fire and water damage are generally handled.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best leaf blower vacuum for most yards?

The WORX Trivac WG512 is our overall pick. It ranks best here (#14 in Leaf Blowers), and its listing claims 600 CFM, a 16:1 mulch ratio and a 50L bag on a corded 12-amp motor.

What is the best cordless leaf blower and vacuum?

For WORX 20V owners, the WG583 includes two batteries and a wheeled vac tube. The Greenworks 48V lists the most battery airflow here at 520 CFM, and the EGO LV5005 adds a metal impeller and up to 90 minutes on low.

Which leaf blower vacuums have a metal impeller?

Among our picks, the BLACK+DECKER BV6000 lists a “High Impact Metal Fan” and the EGO LV5005 a six-blade metal impeller. The other listings don’t state impeller material.

What does a 16:1 mulch ratio mean?

It is the brand’s claim that 16 bags of loose leaves shrink to about one bag of mulch. The WORX WG512, BLACK+DECKER BV6000 and EGO LV5005 list 16:1; the WORX WG583 and Greenworks list 12:1.

Can a leaf vacuum pick up wet leaves?

Wet clumps can clog the tube and strain the impeller, so most owners blow wet leaves into piles and let them dry first. For truly wet debris and puddles, a wet dry shop vacuum is the better tool.

The Bottom Line

The WORX Trivac WG512 is the best leaf blower vacuum for most yards: the top seller here, with 600 CFM and 16:1 mulching listed. The BLACK+DECKER BV6000 adds a metal fan and tie-and-toss bags, and the CRAFTSMAN puts a 55L bag on your back. Going cordless, the WORX WG583 suits 20V owners, the Greenworks 48V lists the most battery airflow, and the EGO LV5005 is the premium vacuum-mulcher. For patios and decks, the light BLACK+DECKER LSWV36 is enough.

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