Best Leaf Vacuums to Clean Your Yard in Minutes

Are you tired of spending your precious time on cleaning fallen leaves or grass after lawn mowers? There is a solution! GreenWorks leaf vacuum is what you really need. This machine is battery powered, meaning it won't produce any emissions and you'll be able to move it freely around your yard reaching all of its corners. Thanks to the G-Max technology which the folks behind GreenWorks have implemented in this leaf model, the machine can operate up to 60 minutes on a single charge which is a very good operating time considering that what we're dealing with is a cordless tool. Charging the batteries isn't a long process either and will take about 2 hours maximum. Another thing that adds to the performance and durability of the tool is the fact that it has a brushless motor which, unlike many others installed in regular models, boasts a longer life, more powerful performance, and quieter operation. The combination of a brushless motor and the best technologies used has made it possible to reduce the vibration level of the tool by 70% so you can use it anytime and with maximum convenience.

Your yard is the first thing that people notice about your house so you have to keep it in top shape. Instead of spending hours raking leaves and stuffing them into garbage bags manually, consider saving your time and getting the Toro 51621 UltraPlus. This high-power leaf vacuum is going to automate the process a bit and make it easier on you.

The Toro 51621 UltraPlus is a three-in-one model that combines a vacuum, a blower, and a mulcher in one package. Despite being that versatile, it doesn’t lag behind in any of the modes, offering a top airflow of 350 CFM and 410 CFM in the blow and vac settings respectively. We don’t recommend going for the top level, though, unless you want to blow leaves all the way into your neighbor’s yard (you can, though, we promise we won’t tell) or suck up a bit of ground along with the debris. Besides, when used at max speed, the Toro 51621 does tend to vibrate a bit. Still, the option to go all out and suck up leaves in a matter of minutes is a nice bonus for those that like to keep their cleanups brisk and effective.

Since most leaf vacuuming sessions still take a bit of time, we really appreciated the fact that the Toro 51621 is relatively lightweight at below 9 lbs. Besides, you won’t have to move it around much thanks to the oscillating nozzle that creates a small air stream that sucks up leaves from the sides in addition to those that are directly in front of the vacuum itself.

Another model of leaf vacuum which is worth your attention is the WORX WG509. This electric model works from the home electric power supply. Although your movements are a bit limited by the length of the power cord, it shouldn’t stop you from considering this model as you always have a chance to buy an extension cord. Moreover, this model has a lot of advantages such as light weight, quiet performance, and lack of emissions. As well as the majority of models, the WORX WG509 appliance has three main functions – vacuuming, blowing, and mulching. So what’s special about the tool then? Of course, it’s usability! The thing is that you don’t need to change attachments for different purposes. Two built-in nozzles (located one under another) are enough to successfully vacuum and blow leaves. The angled nozzle for vacuuming deals with leaves under patio furniture or in difficult-to-reach places. If you want to change the mode, all you need to do is flip a special switch. Thus, blowing leaves in one heap, then vacuuming them will be a trouble-free and simple process. By the way, you can also shred them with 18:1 mulch ratio – this function is helpful for saving space in a collection bag or creating fertilizer for the soil. If you feel that the leaves block the system, you’ll be able to solve the issue fast due to the vacuum's design – it is divided into two parts for easily removal of stuck leaves or branches.

Toro is a seasoned company that has been producing outdoor & garden equipment for more than 100 years. This fact alone gives enough confidence in the quality of the product produced by this brand. Another fact that adds appeal to Toro equipment is the kind of price tag that comes attached to their machines. All of their tools are cost-effective and affordable for most. For this review, we've picked the model that we regard as one of the most practical and economical solutions available in their series of garden tools - the Toro 51619, a leaf blower that combines the functionality of a blower and a leaf vacuum cleaner. This is the electric-type leaf vacuum which means it's environmentally friendly and comparatively quiet in operation. It boasts powerful performance that can easily match the efficiency of gas machines and is able to handle all types of debris including wet leaves, branches, and acorns. The volume of the airflow the machine can produce is variable and can be changed depending on conditions. Like more expensive models of leaf vacs, the Toro 51619 features a mulch function which allows shredding leaves, branches and all other debris into the smaller size so that it would take less space in the bag. Though, if you have a garden, rather than shredding mulch you could use it as a fertilizer. We'd also like to mention that Toro engineers have done their best to make it easier for homeowners to store the tool after use. Dissimilar to many bulky models that require a lot of space in the shed, this one can be easily disassembled and stored in a bag. 

Hate the noisy leaf blowers that your neighbors use, seemingly always in the morning while you’re trying to get some sleep? Well, you don’t have to follow their example and we definitely recommend going for a quieter model instead. If you want one that’s not loud as a tractor and yet still reasonably powerful, try out the Black & Decker BV6000.

Despite having a motor that stands its ground against high-end models that would cost you twice as much, the BV6000 is reasonably quiet, unlike other appliances of its type. With a 68 dB max noise level, this model may not be silent but, yet again, it purrs like a kitten when compared to some of the competitors.

But low noise isn’t all you get from the Black & Decker BV6000, of course. This model is a three-in-one with a vacuum/blower/mulcher combo. Whatever leaves or branches you mulch will go directly into the collection bag. The device does come with a reusable one as well as 2 disposables so you can get rid of the nastier debris first without having to wash out the reusable bag. And don’t worry about the leaves blocking the vacuum tube as a high-impact metal fan is placed inside to shred everything quickly and prevent clogs.