Greenworks 60V 550 CFM Backpack Blower
#5 in BackpackFull review
A budget backpack for Greenworks 60V owners who want the load off their arm. Buyers after raw airflow get more from a handheld.
Amazon $299.99$299.99
The Greenworks 60V 550 CFM Backpack Blower rates 3.7 among backpack leaf blowers; the Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower rates 2.8 among handheld ones. The Greenworks 60V 550 CFM Backpack Blower costs $100 less ($299.99 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different style classes (backpack and handheld), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own style peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Greenworks 60V 550 CFM Backpack Blower | Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 80 $0.55 per CFM ($299.99 with batteries and charger, 550 CFM) | 11 $0.71 per CFM ($399.99 with batteries and charger, 565 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 22 550 CFM | 41 565 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 43 140 mph air speed | 47 143 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 100 9.5 lb (without battery) | 64 7.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 75 4-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Greenworks 60V 550 CFM Backpack Blower | Makita GBU01M1 40V XGT Blower | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 550 CFM | 565 CFM |
| Air speed | 140 mph | 143 mph |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | 72.8 dB(A) | 61 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Battery |
| Engine or battery | 60 V, 5 Ah of battery | 40 V, 4 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | 300 Wh | 160 Wh |
| Battery included | Yes | Yes |
| Runtime | 50 min | 35 min |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Style | Backpack | Handheld |
| Weight | 9.5 lb (without battery) | 7.5 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | 4 years | 3 years |