For buyers who blow for an hour or more at a time and want the weight off their arm. Owners chasing maximum airflow get more from the EGO 880 CFM handheld.
Amazon $379.99The EGO LB6003 600 CFM Backpack Blower is the better leaf blower overall, rated 3.6 to 2.7. The EGO LB6003 600 CFM Backpack Blower leads on warranty, value and airflow. The Husqvarna 150BT wins on speed. The Husqvarna 150BT costs $4.99 less ($375 vs $379.99).
A budget backpack blower for homeowners who want the load on their back and high air speed for loosening debris, more than raw airflow.
Amazon $375Prices 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 EGO LB6003 600 CFM Backpack Blower for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), value ($0.63 per CFM ($379.99 with batteries and charger, 600 CFM) vs $0.83 per CFM ($375, 452 CFM)) and airflow (600 CFM vs 452 CFM).
- Choose the Husqvarna 150BT for speed (270 mph air speed vs 145 mph air speed).
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 | EGO LB6003 600 CFM Backpack Blower | Husqvarna 150BT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 65 $0.63 per CFM ($379.99 with batteries and charger, 600 CFM) | 38 $0.83 per CFM ($375, 452 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 33 600 CFM | 0 452 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 50 145 mph air speed | 100 270 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 47 21.9 lb |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| EGO LB6003 600 CFM Backpack Blower | Husqvarna 150BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 600 CFM | 452 CFM |
| Air speed | 145 mph | 270 mph |
| Blowing force | - | 22 N |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | - | Yes |
| Noise | 64 dB(A) | 110 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 7.5 Ah of battery | 51.7 cc, 2-stroke |
| Battery energy | 420 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Runtime | 180 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Style | Backpack | Backpack |
| Weight | - | 21.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |
