ECHO Blower Buyers Guide Unofficial

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  • čas přidán 25. 11. 2019
  • Welcome to the unofficial ECHO blower buyers guide. In this video I will be highlighting 4 of the most popular ECHO blowers for home owners and business owners. You will hear the all the stats for each blower including the price. The 4 blowers we talk about in the buyers guide are the ECHO PB-250-LN Handheld blower, PB-580T Backpack blower, PB-770T Backpack blower, and the most powerful backpack blower on the market the PB-8010T. You will see all of the backpack blowers work in the worst conditions. I will blow heavy, wet, thick leaves so that you can see how hard each blower can work. The whole purpose of this video is to give you a side by side comparison of these blowers so that you can make an educated decision about which blower would be best for you.
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  • @thientranthanh870
    @thientranthanh870 Před 11 měsíci +65

    I was looking for a lightweight blower for my deck. czcams.com/users/postUgkxgioZQl3J5wPGAeDINzbieKbT5qomSEx3 There are some huge trees around my house and the leaves and pods drop all over my deck. Having to move furniture around to sweep has become too big a chore. This blower was the answer. It is light enough for this 70yr old lady and powerful enough to blow all the tree droppings off my rather large deck. Thank you B&D. Be aware the cord is not included. I use a 3 prong outdoor cord 25' cord for my 12' x 20' deck. The cord retainer works very well, but don't try to pass the plug through it. That is NOT how it works. You just have to loop the cord and it works great. One of my best purchases. Very happy.

  • @travismcgee4144
    @travismcgee4144 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Just picked up a PB770T yesterday. Compared to the old STIHL handheld blower I've used for the last 10 years, this thing is a beast! Actually looking forward to leaf season!

    • @maggarlion
      @maggarlion Před 2 měsíci +1

      Just picked up PB770T today

  • @tskb9547
    @tskb9547 Před 2 lety +8

    dude thanks man I started my own bussiness. You helped me know what was good for me and my needs. 580t is great thanks again!!

  • @bobkitt4594
    @bobkitt4594 Před 4 lety +3

    Great video, great demo thanks Lansing! I just ordered the PB-580T, waiting for it. Now that I see this video I want a bigger one already. After 25 years my Green Machine by John Deere 4600 BP does not want to spark(not done playing yet) but no parts made for at least a decade. I am unsure of its specs, but I used to beat on it every fall. The blower tube came to the ground, elbowed out and flared a little at the tip great design. Much duct tape used after grinding it on driveways. Now that i am just moving leaves in my own yard it is probably better that I bought it before looking at videos as long as long as it it lasts half as long. I do not think it will disappoint me from the reviews at the price.
    Irrelevant to this video, for you homeowners or new in the business, on a cold wet autumn morning in central NY, I found out soon that moving around the whole yard, and lifting those wet leaves, then coming back to them after the sun and wind hits will help you no matter what you are holding. There is a little technique involved such as the sweeping motion that you see in this video, and if nothing is happening, step forward. I hope that helps a few! (Sometimes I miss working outside)

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety

      Bob KItt thanks Bob! I think you will enjoy the 580T. It has been good to me and now it is being good to my son. I’m glad you found one that will work.

  • @terrylybolt6572
    @terrylybolt6572 Před 4 lety +5

    I have to say good review I have just bought the PB 580t But I live in Florida it should do fine for my grass thank you very much for the

  • @williamgoodman9861
    @williamgoodman9861 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey, what's up? I just got this blower today incredible power. I'm professional landscaper, the best blow I've ever seen in my life. Thank you for your video. Hop you still making videos take care, bye.

  • @TeamRollCall
    @TeamRollCall Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks man!!

  • @Dr777cl
    @Dr777cl Před 3 měsíci

    Great Line-up 👍Thanks For The Info.

  • @bkruger377
    @bkruger377 Před 2 lety +2

    An excellent informative video. Thank you!

  • @mackplymale7634
    @mackplymale7634 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for the video.

  • @marshallwilliams5004
    @marshallwilliams5004 Před 3 lety +1

    Great comparison video!

  • @tgsgardenmaintenance4627
    @tgsgardenmaintenance4627 Před 3 lety +4

    Used Echo tools in the past but never a blower, they've always been pretty good. As it's always pissing down with rain in the UK 🇬🇧, I needed max power. Opted for the Husqvarna 580 bts, very expensive in the UK but worth every penny!!!

  • @indyme2
    @indyme2 Před 2 lety

    perfect illustration..

  • @tonyslawncare
    @tonyslawncare Před 6 měsíci

    Great video

  • @diamonddistrictmedia2447

    3am on CZcams shenanigans but just got the 580t cant wait to try it out!

  • @lesgrossman4636
    @lesgrossman4636 Před 2 lety +3

    I’ve noticed that most people in the states have massive backyards; definitely need a backpack blower

  • @isabelescobar7169
    @isabelescobar7169 Před 3 lety +1

    Echo Leaf blower i love

  • @user-rc8sq8en2w
    @user-rc8sq8en2w Před 3 měsíci

    The PB-580T is right choice for me

  • @MilanAssociation
    @MilanAssociation Před 3 lety

    Like your Demo, simple, easy to follow and it covered all the basics!
    I just got a new 2620, this demo is very helpful.

  • @lilflexlewis5802
    @lilflexlewis5802 Před 3 lety +1

    New to your channel and been debating which one to get , I'm a home owner and I just want to say thank you for your video and your honesty. New subscriber from NYC.. ah and I'm going to get
    PB 580T

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety +1

      lil flex lewis your gonna love the 580 it’s a great blower.

    • @lilflexlewis5802
      @lilflexlewis5802 Před 3 lety

      @@LansingLawnServiceLLC quick question.... what attachments you use to clean your gutter with it?? Thank you

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety

      lil flex lewis you mean house gutters or street gutter?

    • @lilflexlewis5802
      @lilflexlewis5802 Před 3 lety

      @@LansingLawnServiceLLC house gutters

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety

      lil flex lewis there isn’t any attachment that you use. You just hope up on the roof and blow them out. I personally don’t blow out gutters because often times it will get nasty black mess on the house, so I usually clean gutters by hand.

  • @themadhatterxxx
    @themadhatterxxx Před 7 měsíci

    I have .75 acres with lots of oak trees. I was debating between the PB-580T and PB-755ST (only 2 that are available for pickup at local big box store) I think I will go with the PB-755ST after seeing how the 580T is a bit underpowered. Thanks for the video.

  • @arrangoitze
    @arrangoitze Před 3 lety +1

    nice comparaison thanks !

  • @gottgaame
    @gottgaame Před 3 lety +1

    Does the 8010 come with sport mode?

  • @DoctorRickSanchez
    @DoctorRickSanchez Před 3 měsíci

    _You should do a review on the new Echo pb5810 & pb7910 coming out._

  • @3r8mo
    @3r8mo Před 4 lety +7

    Love my pb-8010 what a beast. I’m also a homeowner with 1 acre

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety +1

      Tdrex820 nice!

    • @soleslayer91
      @soleslayer91 Před 4 lety

      Are you a business owner or just a homeowner? I felt guilty getting this just being a homeowner of 1.5 acres.

    • @holedem26
      @holedem26 Před 5 měsíci

      @@soleslayer91did you get it?

    • @soleslayer91
      @soleslayer91 Před 5 měsíci

      @@holedem26 absolutely 💯

  • @mikethomas4570
    @mikethomas4570 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I’d bet the house most all of us have the I’ll fix it later flu. I’ve ran the 770 original for years, faithful love it. Getting ready to get another or maybe the newest 9010 1110 cfm

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 měsíci

      The 770 is still my go to everyday use blower. But, for leaves I use the 8010. The 9010 is dope. If I didn't have the 8010 I would definitely jump on one.

  • @user-rc8sq8en2w
    @user-rc8sq8en2w Před 11 měsíci +1

    The Echo PB-580T Backpack Blower would be best for me because it's lightweight and quiet

  • @upscalelawncaremonroe408
    @upscalelawncaremonroe408 Před 4 lety +6

    Echo makes a good blower! that's what i use.

  • @577buttfan
    @577buttfan Před 3 lety +1

    The husqvarna 125B is the best hand held blower for the buck hands down.Over 400 CFM.
    They are splittin hairs with the big boys..the maryuama and BT580 are right there with that big echo bud.

  • @shawnmirsky2048
    @shawnmirsky2048 Před 2 lety +1

    hi love the vid i am starting to blow leaves for people is the pb 755st good?

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 2 lety

      I have never used the 755st. When I visited the ECHO headquarters a few years back they did not have it out to run. I love the on-770 so I can’t imagine that the 755 would be much different.

  • @ewilliams19
    @ewilliams19 Před 4 lety +3

    Just bought a 8010 H and maaaaaannnnnn its a BEAST!!!!!!

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety +1

      It sure is! I use mine for everyday use and it has saved me so much time blowing off.

    • @oleson788
      @oleson788 Před 3 lety +1

      You got that right

  • @whyme7470
    @whyme7470 Před rokem

    I run the 770T. Price for power is the way to go. Then run the hand held with the gutter kit for single story homes and for blowing behing and under shubs.

    • @eugenecrabs3954
      @eugenecrabs3954 Před rokem

      770t is worthless because for only $100 more you could get the absolute best.

  • @Zeros_Garage
    @Zeros_Garage Před 4 lety +5

    miss my echo PB 770t, got stolen :( picked up a pb-8010, and holy moly its a frinking beast!

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety +1

      linking _dime I like my 770 too, but you are right the 8010 blows everything out of the water.

    • @Alan-cf8do
      @Alan-cf8do Před 3 lety

      How much and where can i get one ??

  • @vtroygohokies3230
    @vtroygohokies3230 Před 3 lety +3

    I have used the 265l no problems. I just bought a 580t wanted a little more power

  • @user-et3kk4tn4s
    @user-et3kk4tn4s Před 3 lety

    What one would move sticks with the leaves? Clearing out a wooded area and man there 6 trillion sticks laying around I don't want to deal with.

  • @joegorman7718
    @joegorman7718 Před 4 lety +4

    My. Favorite blower is the echo PB 770t It’s lightweight and extremely powerful

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety

      I also really like the 770.

    • @albertpintor3522
      @albertpintor3522 Před 2 lety

      The 9010 seems way too loud and it sucks because if it becomes popular in cities full of people wanting to ban gas blowers than it definitely will encourage those bans. I live in Dallas and some assholes in the council want to ban gas blowers so I rather see people stick to the 770t or smaller units

  • @bensgarageandoutdoors6496

    Im torn I started lawn care business this year i got all my equipment besides blower...i would really prefer a backpack blower but the prices are a bit high for me right now...the poulan backpack is 190 but terrible reviews so i crossed it out...now im trying to decide do i get a 100 ish dollar handheld echo or muscle up for a backpack that i know i will eventually need

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety +3

      In my opinion I would buy a backpack blower right out the gate. Time is money and using a backpack blower will save you a lot of time on each yard. I know it seems like a lot of money up front, but the time savings you will have on each yard will enable you to take on another yard or 2 per day.

    • @dislikebutton5291
      @dislikebutton5291 Před 2 lety

      I currently have the 250ln and am looking at the 8010

    • @paulb2769
      @paulb2769 Před rokem

      Actually when you can afford it you need both hand held for small quick jobs and back pack for larger tougher jobs !

  • @lklawns7457
    @lklawns7457 Před 3 lety +1

    What did you do about the crack in the blower? How did it get resolved?

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety +1

      I didn’t do anything about the crack. It hasn’t gotten any worse and it doesn’t affect the performance so I just left it.

  • @joshua7999
    @joshua7999 Před 2 lety

    I see a bunch of gorgeous soil amendment (leaves). I mulch them up. But I understand customers want a cleaner look.

    • @gagewoods5767
      @gagewoods5767 Před 2 lety

      Supposed to grind the leaves up or something? Cuz I've left leaves alone before and it just turned into mush amd killed the grass under

  • @Tundra_Guy
    @Tundra_Guy Před 3 lety +1

    I've had terrible luck with Echo carbs on my PB 580T. Brand new, went through 2 of them in 6 months.

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety +3

      Tundra Guy wow! I have never had a problem with the carbs on any of my blowers. If you get another one you got make sure you use the red armor oil. It works the best for ECHO.

    • @Tundra_Guy
      @Tundra_Guy Před 3 lety +1

      @@LansingLawnServiceLLC Exactly the oil I used init with 89 fuel

    • @Bigsteve123
      @Bigsteve123 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes yes, check your fuel to oil ratio and for small engines, its best to use high octane like 93.

    • @BrianMiller1973
      @BrianMiller1973 Před 3 lety +1

      What kind of gas? Was it ethanol free?

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety +1

      @@BrianMiller1973 regular gas, I don’t run ethanol free gas.

  • @bobbystewart2605
    @bobbystewart2605 Před rokem

    Personally I use an older br600 I got from a pawn shop, works just as good as the 770s we use at work. We also use 9010s too and they work wonders. If I can get one of them for cheap or a br800 cheap, I’d pick one up. As of rn tho, the 600 works fine.

    • @seattleprowash5464
      @seattleprowash5464 Před rokem

      What’s Better the 770 or 9010

    • @bobbystewart2605
      @bobbystewart2605 Před rokem +1

      @@seattleprowash5464 for bigger leaf cleanups, the 8/9010s would b ur best friend. For just doing smaller cleanups and regular maintainable, 770s r probably the best bang for the buck.

    • @bobbystewart2605
      @bobbystewart2605 Před rokem +1

      U can get by with the 770s for the big cleanups (all we use a couple seasons ago but last season we got a couple of the 9010s and we all loved to use it more for the cleanups)

    • @seattleprowash5464
      @seattleprowash5464 Před rokem

      @@bobbystewart2605 it’s like a 90 dollar difference between the two machines

    • @bobbystewart2605
      @bobbystewart2605 Před rokem

      @@seattleprowash5464 true.

  • @codyu1012
    @codyu1012 Před 2 lety +1

    MPH is pretty important actually.., that's to force that is actually blowing the leaves while cfm is how much leaves it can blow at once. They go hand in hand

    • @kennethalbert4653
      @kennethalbert4653 Před 2 lety

      The air speed (mph) is a function of the CFM. Same CFM through a smaller tube will give you more MPH.
      The CFM is the critical number so that you don't have to consider the tube size.

    • @codyu1012
      @codyu1012 Před 2 lety +1

      @@kennethalbert4653 Right but you can have a blower with a very large tube that is moving a very high cfm but at a slow speed. Sure it's moving a bunch of air but without the speed, it's not going to have the power to blow leaves very far.

  • @colbyr4463
    @colbyr4463 Před 4 lety +2

    Yea I’m done with stihl blowers I had the 600 and 700. 700 went out on me and the 600 leaks oil around the pull cord . I’m going on my 5th year mowing but I’m having business cards made etc so the 770 will be my next purchase this week

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety +1

      I would really encourage you to consider the 8010. Yes it is allot of blower for just sidewalks, but for leaves there is no better blower.

    • @Bigsteve123
      @Bigsteve123 Před 3 lety

      That 770 is all you need. Unless your really dealing with massive amounts of leaves. I only use mine for fall and spring cleanups. Other than that I use a smaller 150bt Husq for summer months. Due to fuel consumption. The echo 755 and up are all beast. The 580 could actually pass as well for small residential

    • @grizzly--vv1lh
      @grizzly--vv1lh Před 3 lety +1

      If you are in business. Id say go 8010. The ROI is great...if it saves 5mins a clean up it pays for itself over time.

  • @mikepaul3200
    @mikepaul3200 Před 4 lety +1

    Question. Whats your take on the hip mounted throttle vs the tube mounted? Ive been eyeing the 580 for a while. Just not sure if it has enough ass to it.

    • @mikepaul3200
      @mikepaul3200 Před 4 lety +1

      Yeah I typed that question half way through the video. Definitely getting the larger model. Im in east texas and its covered with trees every 20 feet. The amount of stuff it drops I dont think the 580 would move it.

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 4 lety +2

      Yeah I would go with the 770 or above. I have tried the hip mount throttle and I don't care for it, but that is my opinion. Some guys love the hip mount.

    • @mikepaul3200
      @mikepaul3200 Před 4 lety

      @@LansingLawnServiceLLC Well if you feel like selling the 770 let me know. just sayin

  • @albertpintor3522
    @albertpintor3522 Před 2 lety

    My neighbors old black and decker bv1000 does 200mph while my stihl bg55 does 140 mph and the bv1000 dislodges stuff better but cfm is definitely less so it isn't as good at blowing alot of leaves like my stihl and the fan has a horrible high pitch scream that older black and decker blowers have which makes my bg55 and even your 580t sound soft lol

  • @cdmcdm1804
    @cdmcdm1804 Před 3 lety

    I Bought the ECHO 755 is that Good I owned it less then a week I have 3 Big trees lots of leaves

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 3 lety

      CDM CDM it’s not the worst thing in the world, however for $50 more you could have gotten the 770. No big deal though. I have never used the 755 so I can’t speak to how good it is.

    • @cdmcdm1804
      @cdmcdm1804 Před 3 lety

      I seen on other videos the 8010 has a few Recalls on it I'll let ya know how it works this Fall with the leaves my 755 Echo

    • @johnnydrama8709
      @johnnydrama8709 Před 2 lety

      How much was the 755.

    • @jg9543
      @jg9543 Před 2 lety

      Little late here but I love the 755st bro. It's a beast. Made.me like 7k this year so far. I upgraded from the handheld one.. I will be getting the monster come spring time because they are all sold out.

  • @eliahsmith9512
    @eliahsmith9512 Před rokem

    I will get the 8010,… But there is now 9010 out there, with a CFM rating of 1110… I would get the 9010. Probably be the last lower I would.

  • @oleson788
    @oleson788 Před 3 lety

    GOT A STIHL j just bought the br 800 it’s a BEAST

  • @user-jy8qf5sx7f
    @user-jy8qf5sx7f Před 4 lety +1

    Great video!
    Welcome in Russia with Echo blowers!

  • @user-rc8sq8en2w
    @user-rc8sq8en2w Před 11 měsíci

    The PB-770T and PB-8010 are tied winners

  • @user-jy8qf5sx7f
    @user-jy8qf5sx7f Před 4 lety +2

    I buy new Echo PB-770t blower. PB-8010t no in Russia.

  • @laymensgrowing2032
    @laymensgrowing2032 Před 3 lety

    8010 is dope but I have to tape the tube on, it keeps sliding off.

  • @isabelescobar7169
    @isabelescobar7169 Před 3 lety

    B+++++

  • @rhec4208
    @rhec4208 Před 3 lety

    Buyers guide don’t buy any of this garbage go buy yourself a stihl

    • @LansingLawnServiceLLC
      @LansingLawnServiceLLC  Před 2 lety +5

      Stihl is good too, but at a price point at least $100 more per product, heavier equipment, and not as good of specs, I think ECHO is the best buy of the 2 brands.

    • @07slowbalt
      @07slowbalt Před rokem

      I had a cheapo bg55 and i got a solid 9+ years out of it and i gave it poor maintenance exception of winterizing it and always mixed my own gas. No filter or spark plug change in that time frame. It always started on the 2nd or 3rd pull but ran cold and boggy gor the first few minutes till it warmed up. Minor complaint. I got rid of it after it fell out of tune and wouldn't stay running. During covid finding an OEM carb was nearly impossible so i bought a cheap knockoff. Yep got what i paid for and wouldnt hold a tune either. So i pile drived it into my driveway and went and bought a milwaukee 18v and gave me zero headaches. However i have family that really like their echos so i figured why not try one?