Echo PB-770T
#2 in BackpackFull review
A professional grade backpack blower for big, wooded lots, with airflow that handles wet fall leaves and a 5 year consumer warranty.
Amazon $499$499
The Echo PB-770T is the better leaf blower overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The Echo PB-770T leads on warranty, value and weight. The STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum wins on airflow. The Echo PB-770T costs $200.99 less ($499 vs $699.99).
STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum
#9 in BackpackFull review
STIHL’s strongest backpack blower, for big properties and commercial style cleanups, with an easy start system that suits the big engine.
STIHL $699.99$699.99
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 PB-770T for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), value ($0.66 per CFM ($499, 756 CFM) vs $0.77 per CFM ($699.99, 912 CFM)) and weight (24.3 lb (dry) vs 25.9 lb (dry)).
- Choose the STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum for airflow (912 CFM vs 756 CFM).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every backpack leaf blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Echo PB-770T | STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 61 $0.66 per CFM ($499, 756 CFM) | 46 $0.77 per CFM ($699.99, 912 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 68 756 CFM | 100 912 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 100 234 mph air speed | 100 239 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 28 24.3 lb (dry) | 16 25.9 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Echo PB-770T | STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 756 CFM | 912 CFM |
| Air speed | 234 mph | 239 mph |
| Blowing force | 33 N | 41 N |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | 74 dB(A) | 77 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 63.3 cc, 2-stroke | 79.9 cc, 4-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Style | Backpack | Backpack |
| Weight | 24.3 lb (dry) | 25.9 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |