Greenworks Power ‘Blows’ Away the Competition
Gas has its benefits, however, so does battery power. But you can easily solve the toss-up if you’re ultimate goal is giving your gas can the boot. In that case, you’ll want to keep on reading. That’s because we got our hands on a Greeenworks Pro 700 CFM blower. And no, your eyes aren’t failing you–700 CFM.
So, without further ado, let’s see how it held up in our trials.
Pros
- Excellent runtime
- Excellent blowing power
- Comfortable grip
- Naturally balanced with battery
- Shoulder strap included
Cons
- On the pricey side
- Heavier than many battery-powered blowers
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Greenworks Pro 700 CFM Blower Performance
Runtime
In our tests, we go out of our way to push gear to the limits. After all, we need to see how far each piece of equipment can go. The Greenworks Pro 700 CFM blower’s runtime was impressive.
With a 5.0Ah battery, we set the cruise control knob on high and watched as this powerful blower ran for just shy of 27 minutes and then 13 minutes on turbo mode. While it may not be the longest runtime we’ve seen, this was still good.
Blowing Force
According to the specs, you can get up to 700 CFM and 170 MPH out of this blower. That 700 CFM number is one that we’ve been waiting for. What’s more, only a few blowers fall within that range.
Unfortunately, comparing this blower against others doesn’t involve an easy calculation. However, we do have Newton force measurements. These show us how much work the blower does, and the Greenworks Pro 700 CFM does a lot.
Specifically, we got 11.4N of force on high and 18.4N on turbo without the included concentrator nozzle.
With it, we saw an increase of 1.6N on both settings to hit 13.0N and 20.0N, respectively.
Hitting the 20.0N mark is a big deal for any battery-powered blower. While we have tested other blowers that pushed a little harder, this puts Greenworks in an elite group for the performance.
And that performance gets even better if you have the 8.0Ah X-Range batteries, so we ran our force test again. This time, it pushed even harder and hit 13.5N in high and 21.1N in turbo.
Gas-powered hand blowers start at 12N, so the Greenworks Pro 60V 700 CFM blower has enough power to replace a number of gas models for residential use. Tough debris and the leaves in your gutters are, hands down, no problem for this model.
Noise Level
As for the noise levels, they were right in the middle of the scale. On high, this blower runs at 82 dB(a), and that kicked up to 86 dB(a) using turbo.
Greenworks Pro 700 CFM Blower Design Notes
Weight and Balance
The Greenworks Pro 700 CFM blower weighs 10.2 pounds with a 5Ah battery and is very easy to maneuver. That’s actually one of the heavier handheld blowers currently available, although it’s not oppressive.
Bare, the tool weighs 5.7 pounds.
Another notable facet is the balance of the tool. With the battery inserted, the blower naturally points downward at a 45-degree angle.
This helps avoid wrist strain and improves overall comfort. Furthermore, it’s the kind of trait that makes you actually want to use the blower.
Additional Features
- Brushless motor
- Shoulder strap loop (shoulder strap included)
- Variable speed trigger
- Cruise control
- Compatible with all Greenworks 60V batteries
Greenworks Pro 700 CFM Blower Price
This Greenworks Pro blower starts at $179.99 for the bare tool or $259.99 with a 5.0Ah battery and charger at Tractor Supply. If you don’t need Greenworks’ highest-performing blower, take a look at their 610 CFM model for respectable performance at a lower price.
Either way, Greenworks warranties the battery and blower for 4 years.
Greenworks 700 CFM Blower Overview
| Max Airflow | 700 CFM |
| Max Air Speed | 170 MPH |
| Weight (bare/with 5.0Ah battery) | 5.7/10.2 lbs |
| Runtime (high/turbo) | 26:57/13:02 |
| Newton Force (high/turbo) | 13.0/20.0N |
| Noise Level (high/turbo) | 82/86 dB(a) |
| Bare Price | $179.99 |
The Verdict
The Greenworks Pro 700 CFM blower is most certainly a high-performance blower. What’s more, they’re keeping their runtime numbers up. It’s a little heavier than less powerful models and a bit more expensive. Yet, considering the performance, that’s to be expected.
Greenworks Pro 60V 700 CFM Blower Specifications
- Model Number: Greenworks BL60L512
- Power Source: Greenworks 60V battery
- Weight: 10.2lbs (with 5Ah battery), 5.7lbs (bare)
- Max. AirSpeed: 170 MPH
- Max. Air Volume: 700 CFM
- Tool Warranty: 4 years
- Battery Warranty: 4 years
- Bare Tool Price: $179.99
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