Is 340 CFM enough for a typical yard?

For a small to medium dry-leaf yard, yes. 340 CFM comfortably clears typical fall leaf volume and grass clippings. It falls behind the EGO LB6504 and Ryobi Whisper Series (both 650 CFM) on large properties or heavy, wet leaf piles, where the extra airflow of those models becomes more noticeable.

Does the vacuum mode actually work well?

For light to moderate dry leaf volume, yes, it shreds and bags leaves reasonably well through the included collection bag. It's not designed for wet leaves, which tend to clog the intake and don't shred as cleanly. For heavy vacuum use, expect to empty the bag frequently.

Is the Greenworks battery compatible with EGO or Ryobi tools?

No. Greenworks 40V batteries are proprietary to the Greenworks platform and are not cross-compatible with EGO's 56V system or Ryobi's 40V system, despite the similar voltage naming. If you're building a multi-tool cordless yard setup, stick with one brand's battery platform throughout.

How does the Greenworks compare on price to the EGO and Ryobi?

The Greenworks typically undercuts both. It ships as a complete kit, tool, 4.0Ah battery, and charger, usually under $130, versus the EGO's $150 to $180 complete kit or the Ryobi's variable bare-tool-plus-battery total. The tradeoff is lower peak airflow.

Greenworks 40V Cordless Blower/Vacuum Review: The Best Budget 2-in-1

The Greenworks 40V 185 MPH / 340 CFM blower doubles as a leaf vacuum, ships with a battery and charger, and typically costs less than the EGO or Ryobi. Full review of performance, weight, and where it falls short.

Most leaf blowers ask you to choose between blowing and vacuuming as separate purchases. The Greenworks 40V doesn't.

At 185 MPH and 340 CFM, the Greenworks trails the EGO LB6504 and Ryobi Whisper Series on raw airflow, both rated at 650 CFM, but it makes up ground with a genuinely useful vacuum mode, a complete battery-and-charger kit, and the lowest typical price of the cordless options in this category.

It's also the lightest full kit here at 7.3 lbs, a real advantage for anyone doing extended cleanup sessions or working one-handed.

The tradeoff is clear: less peak power for a lower price and added functionality. For small to medium yards, that trade works in the Greenworks' favor.

What You Are Buying

The Greenworks 40V blower/vacuum is a complete cordless kit, tool, 4.0Ah battery, and charger, typically priced under $130. The blower and vacuum functions share the same housing, switching between modes via a removable tube and collection bag attachment.

Performance

Blowing dry leaves and clippings: 340 CFM comfortably clears typical fall leaf volume on a small to medium lawn, though it takes more passes than the EGO or Ryobi on a large or heavily leaf-covered yard.

Vacuum mode: Effective for light to moderate dry debris. The bag fills reasonably quickly under heavy volume, requiring more frequent emptying than a dedicated larger-capacity vacuum.

Wet leaves: Underpowered relative to the EGO, Ryobi, or Toro. Wet, matted leaves are better handled by a higher-CFM model.

Weight and handling: At 7.3 lbs, it's the easiest of the four core blowers in this category to hold one-handed for extended periods, including elevated work.

What It Does Well

The included battery and charger keep the total cost meaningfully below the EGO's complete kit and below a Ryobi setup that requires a separate battery purchase for new owners.

Vacuum mode is a genuine value-add. Neither the EGO nor Ryobi in this category offers a vacuum function, making the Greenworks the practical pick for anyone who wants to bag leaves rather than just pile them.

The 3-year warranty on both tool and battery is solid coverage for the price point, beating the Ryobi's 1-year tool warranty while trailing the EGO's 5-year figure.

What Falls Short

340 CFM is a real ceiling. For large properties or consistently wet, heavy leaf conditions, this is the weakest performer among the core four blowers in this category.

Vacuum mode isn't built for wet debris. It works well on dry leaves but clogs and shreds less cleanly on wet ones, similar to most consumer leaf vacuums.

No cruise control. Unlike the Ryobi, there's no trigger lock, so extended one-handed sessions rely on continuous grip strength.

Who Should Buy It

The Greenworks 40V is right if: you have a small to medium yard, want vacuum functionality included, and prioritize a lower complete-kit price over maximum airflow.

Consider alternatives if: you have a large property or frequently deal with wet leaves (EGO or Toro), or want the quietest option available (Ryobi).

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