BLACK+DECKERElectric Leaf Blower, Leaf Vacuum and Mulcher 3 in 1, Backpack Blowers for Lawn Care,250 mph Airflow, 400 cfm Delivery Power, Reusable Bag Included, Corded (BEBL7000)

OK, I don' know why they keep trying to make these tools do two things: vac and blow leaves. None of them ever do both jobs well, so face it, we all have (or want to have) one tool that vacuums the leaves and one that blows them.With two tools it also keeps you from having to mess with the always frustrating process of switching the tool from one mode to the other.OK, on to what this is good at. This is the BEST leaf vac I've ever used!! I had a Toro, which is still highly rated, but I wasn't super happy with it. Needless to say, when it died, I wasn't all that upset. I actually went and bought the new Toro model hoping it would be better. It wasn't. The ergonomics are all wrong and carrying the bag that's low to the ground is a pain in the you-know-what!Sooooo, when I saw this cool blower/vac/mulcher, I was very excited. Obviously, since it comes with a backpack, they put more emphasis on the vac & mulching aspects, and it shows. This is a terrible leaf blower in my opinion, which is why I have a separate blower for that and that is all it does and it does it quite well. This does not, but, boy does it suck up leaves like a guy at a hotdog eating contest!! How it does that so well without picking up all of my rocks, I don't know, but it does and I am thrilled. My Toro was never this good at picking up leaves, but seemed to always pick up rocks. Go figure.On top of the good suction, the backpack is really a wonderful improvement over most setups. You don't even realize it's full because the weight is so easily carried on your back. This has improved the process of cleaning up my leaves so much, I hardly notice that there's a cord. Of course, if I could find a cordless model with this much suction AND a backpack I would be on that like flies on Grandma's apple pie, but I don't see that happening soon. I also have the B&D 40-volt battery powered sweeper vac and it's great for what I need it for (picking up cotton wood fluff every spring), but it can't pick up a leaf to save its little life! So, having just the cord to drag around and not the heavy bag as well is a HUGE improvement.Now, I had really wanted a vac with a metal impeller and this one is plastic. I'm guessing it might not last as long, but for only $69, I don't really care if I have to replace it every few years. My Toro had a plastic impeller and actually lasted over 8 years, so maybe the metal blade isn't that big a deal.My headline says this is a beast, and it is. At first I thought, dang, this is heavy! I'm a 5'1" female, so the weight has the potential of being a real drag getting stuff done and not running out of gas (me, not the vac, it's electric, remember?). :)But despite the somewhat hefty weight, it's so balanced you don't notice it. It also has an extra handle to spread out the weight even more. Brilliant!I don't write a lot of reviews, but I just had to write about this vac. I absolutely love it and it's the best $70 I've spent in a long time.For the people who said the bag leaks all over the place — not to be mean, but I'm quite baffled how you could not figure this out. You just have to roll the end up a good 3 times or more before you buckle it (I always roll it 3 times). This is so simple I think a 5-year old could figure it out. There are some not so smart people in the world though, and some of them obviously bought this tool. Hopefully you have figured it out by now.

I recently purchased the BLACK+DECKER Electric Leaf Blower and I am beyond impressed with its performance. This versatile 3-in-1 tool is a game-changer for yard work. The 250 mph airflow and 400 cfm delivery power make cleaning up leaves a breeze. I love the convenience of the reusable bag included, reducing waste and saving money in the long run. The corded design ensures continuous power without needing to recharge batteries. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for a powerful and reliable leaf blower that gets the job done quickly and efficiently. My only minor gripe is that the cord can sometimes get in the way, but overall, this tool is a must-have for any homeowner.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Does the work. Durable and resistant. Easy to use. The only downfall is the collector bag once filled it’s difficult to empty it out and get back to work.

It works. I like it but do not love it. I bought this because I was done using a broom after using the blower in my yard. The first time using it in my backyard on real grass and just using the vacuuming on it. Great. It does get staticky if that’s a word. It does still blow out dust out of the exhaust. If you vacuum up your dog’s dried up vomit on the grass it’s going to give the aroma of dog vomit. If you vacuum up fresh grass then a great scent. I have small sized rocks in my back and it sucked up some of those. I used my wireless headphones to muffle the sound. Now with using it on my front yard review. I didn’t use my headphones and I should have. Larger rock size in the front so no problem there. I have leaves all over my artificial grass so I started vacuuming on it. I remembered the static in the backyard and proceeded to get shocked with every other swipe. Not pleasant but it got the job done. Was it easier than using a broom? Yes. I will use the vacuum part on it and use my old blower instead to make the job easier on me. The longer your extension cord the more convenient. Overall I gave it 5 stars because it came on time, was a great price and does the job.

This leaf vacuum is truly a game-changer, effectively handling both leaves and twigs with impressive speed and efficiency. It effortlessly clears large piles, reaches into crevices, and even sucks up debris under furniture. I particularly appreciate how it flawlessly works over rocks, making it perfect for my Arizona rock yard. Thanks to this tool, my patio and yard have never looked better, and it saves me from the tedious task of constantly cleaning leaves from the pool. While it certainly delivers on its promises, the constant loud noise can be a bit overwhelming. Overall, a fantastic purchase that outperforms traditional sweeping or blowing methods.

I wanted this product to be good, and it's not terrible, but... it certainly is a little lacking. First off, the suction power of it is just mid or average, at best. Picture this: you place the nozzle of any normal vacuum a few inches above light things like paper scraps, and it'll suck them up. But not so with this leaf vacuum. It doesn't pick up leaves until you place it right down on top of them. Moreover, even though it has like a 4" diameter nozzle/pipe, it seems to get clogged at the halfway point where the joint is, as leaves or small sticks get stuck there. I have to stop every minute or two, turn the device off, shake it around vigorously, and even stick my hand in to unclog the jam. Slow and painstaking process to suck up a mound of leaves, which I guess I was just hoping this thing could chew through pretty quickly.