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Having a yard full of trees is a luxury and definitely something to be proud of—when all is looking tidy. That being said, when your lawn and pathways are covered in leaves, the last thing you want to do is start racking and sweeping. You need a leaf blower!
Today, we are going to look at 2 leaf blowers from different brands, the Echo PB-580T vs Husqvarna 150BT. We will talk about all of their specifications from ease of use to power. After adding a comparison chart and some pros and cons, we will decide which is the best buying choice.
There are just a couple of similarities, so we will cover these first.
Echo PB-580T vs Husqvarna 150BT – Similarities
Quick Glance
Let’s recap all of the features in the comparison chart below.
Power source
The Echo PB-580T and the Husqvarna 150BT are both gas-powered. This makes them both powerful and you are not restricted by cables.
Noise Levels
Being gas, they are louder than electric leaf blowers, but neither are too loud. The Echo PB-580T is rated at 70db and the Husqvarna 150BT at 71dB. They aren’t any louder than your average vacuum cleaner.
Vibration
For ease of use, the Echo PB-580T and the Husqvarna 150BT are antivibration and low vibrations respectively.
Next, we will go over the features that the Echo PB-580T and the Husqvarna 150BT don’t have in common.
Differences Between Echo PB-580T and Husqvarna 150BT
Appearance
Well, to an extent, they are quite similar. Both are black and orange with just a small difference in size.
Echo PB-580T
The dimensions are 12.9 x 19.3 x 18.5 inches. It weighs 22.6 pounds. This is a backpack leaf blower with pleated shoulder straps for added comfort.
Husqvarna 150BT
It measures 13.8 x 17.6 x 18 inches and weighs 22.5 pounds. As well as being able to wear it as a backpack, you can use it as a handheld leaf blower.
The Winner Is- The Husqvarna 150BT
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Engine Type
The engine type is very specific to the brand of the leaf blower.
Echo PB-580T
This has a 58.2 cc professional-grade, 2-stroke engine. It has a tube-mounted throttle and automotive-style filtration to prolong the engine life.
Husqvarna 150BT
In this case, the engine is 50.2 cc with 2.15 horsepower. It’s an X-Torq engine, meaning it reduces harmful exhaust emissions by up to 60% and increases fuel efficiency by up to 20%.
The Winner Is- The Husqvarna 150BT
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Air Flow and Speed
These are two important figures to ensure the leaves are being blown efficiently and you can clean up your yard quickly.
Echo PB-580T
The airflow is 510 cubic feet per minute and a maximum airspeed of 215 miles per hour.
Husqvarna 150BT
You are looking at an airflow of 434 cubic feet per minute and a maximum airspeed of 180 miles per hour.
The Winner Is- The Echo PB-580T
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Fuel Tank
It’s very handy that the fuel tanks of these leaf blowers are transparent. That way you can quickly keep an eye on the fuel level. The capacities are a little different.
Echo PB-580T
It has a larger capacity of 62 fluid ounces.
Husqvarna 150BT
It’s just slightly less at 42.27 fluid ounces.
The Winner Is- The Echo PB-580T
Other Features
There are just a couple of additional features that are impossible to compare.
Echo PB-580T
The leaf guard helps to make sure the leaves don’t end up inside the tube. There is also a metal ring on the end of the tube for extra protection.
Husqvarna 150BT
It comes with cruise control and an adjustable tube for clearing different areas.
The Winner Is- A Tie
Value for Money
We felt both were priced well for commercial-grade leaf blowers.
Echo PB-580T
This is the more expensive leaf blower at it can be more than $100 more expensive. On the plus side, there is a 2-year commercial warranty and a 5-year residential warranty.
Husqvarna 150BT
You can save yourself quite a bit and you still get a 2-year warranty.
The Winner Is- The Husqvarna 150BT
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Pros and Cons
Before our final decision, we have some pros and cons of the Echo PB-580T and the Husqvarna 150BT.
Echo PB-580T
Pros:
- Well designed and comfortable to wear
- Great airflow and does a great job moving leaves
- It’s easy to start up
Cons:
- It’s a little happy on the fuel!
Husqvarna 150BT
Pros:
- It clears up leaves, little stones, and twigs
- Durable enough for professional use
- Nice and balanced when used as a backpack
Cons:
- The plastic attachments could be of better quality
The Final Verdict
The Echo PB-580T and the Husqvarna 150BT are both lightweight and easy for most people to use. The setup is relatively simple, and the controls are intuitive. We found that they could be used for long enough to clear large areas without becoming uncomfortable. It’s true that the Echo PB-580T had a little more power, but this wasn’t enough to sway us.
We decided that the Husqvarna 150BT was the better leaf blower. It still had an excellent amount of power and got the job done. You have the advantage of being able to use it is two ways and adjust the tube for when you want to clean out gutters. It’s nice that you can save yourself some money but it’s even better than it is more environmentally friendly.