Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower
#14 in HandheldFull review
A sturdy pick for buyers who want a battery blower backed by a long tool warranty. EGO and Greenworks give more airflow for the money.
Amazon $255$255
The Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower is the better leaf blower overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower leads on value, warranty and speed. The Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower wins on weight. The Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower costs $144.99 less ($255 vs $399.99).
Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower
#22 in HandheldFull review
A quiet, well balanced blower for buyers on Makita 40V XGT. Others will find more airflow for less money.
Amazon $399.99$399.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower for value ($0.46 per CFM ($255 with batteries and charger, 549 CFM) vs $0.71 per CFM ($399.99 with batteries and charger, 565 CFM)), warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty) and speed (158 mph air speed vs 143 mph air speed).
- Choose the Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower for weight (7.5 lb (with battery) vs 9.5 lb (with battery)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every handheld leaf blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower | Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 47 $0.46 per CFM ($255 with batteries and charger, 549 CFM) | 11 $0.71 per CFM ($399.99 with batteries and charger, 565 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 37 549 CFM | 41 565 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 69 158 mph air speed | 47 143 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 36 9.5 lb (with battery) | 64 7.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo eForce DPB-2500 56V Blower | Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 549 CFM | 565 CFM |
| Air speed | 158 mph | 143 mph |
| Blowing force | 17 N | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | - | 61 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Battery |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 5 Ah of battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 280 Wh | 160 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 35 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Style | Handheld | Handheld |
| Weight | 9.5 lb (with battery) | 7.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 2 years | 3 years |