This 'super convenient' lightweight leaf blower is only $51 for a limited time
This well-reviewed electric leaf blower is nearly 30% off just in time for spring. At $51, we haven't seen it go any lower, and it's just a fraction of the price of other models — this popular Black and Decker is almost double the price.
Leaf blowers make raking a thing of the past, but many models are heavy, and require you to drag around inconvenient power cords or blow off noxious exhaust. The Kimo offers a lightweight, clean-running, cordless alternative that makes tackling a leaf-filled deck or yard a breeze.
Weighing in at just 2.7 pounds, the Kimo Leaf Blower is the welterweight champion of yard tools. It blows air at around 170 mph. For reference, the much higher-priced Black and Decker leaf blower hits only 130 mph. The Kimo is also relatively quiet for a leaf blower — while you'll definitely hear it, it clocks in at 70 decibels. That's roughly the same volume as a washing machine. You'll get around half an hour of use per charge — enough time to make a pretty good dent in those leaf piles.
With over 2,300 five-star reviews, this affordable yard staple has Amazon shoppers' collective stamp of approval.
More than a few happy customers praised the Kimo's features, including this five-star reviewer. "The lightweight design makes it easy to handle, and the variable speed settings let you adjust for different tasks. The extension tube adds extra reach, making it great for patios and hard-to-reach areas. Overall, it's a powerful and portable blower that gets the job done efficiently."
"I was sick and tired of sweeping my walkway," said a reviewer who raved about everything from the batteries to the strength of the blower to its weight. "This leaf blower is very lightweight but also powerful. It is very easy to operate and does an amazing job at moving leaves and small debris from my walkway and near my house. I like how easy it is to charge the batteries. It comes with an extension tube to help get into small areas. The airspeed flow is very powerful and effective at getting the job done. I love how easy it is to charge the batteries and change them out."
Another happy customer liked the accessories that came with the leaf blower, specifically the extension tube. "The extension tube is also a very useful tool, as it makes it possible to reach those hard-to-reach areas, and the adjustable speed settings allow me to control the airflow based on the job at hand."
If you're looking for a whisper-quiet blower, it may be best to look elsewhere, said one four-star customer (if you find one, please let me know). "It's a little louder than I thought it would be, but not obnoxiously loud. Blows well, has great strength, battery charges pretty quickly and lasts long enough to do what needs [to be] done."
While pretty burly for a battery-operated blower, don't expect it to be as powerful as a gas option. "I have a 600 sq ft garage with a large workbench and I didn't want to use my gas blower since it is larger, much heavier and produces carbon monoxide which can linger on those breeze-less days even though all the doors are open to provide ventilation. It is sufficient for blowing leaves and light debris off the porch and driveway."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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