STIHL BG 50
#23 in HandheldFull review
A light, cheap gas handheld for clearing patios, drives and small yards, with local dealer service behind it.
STIHL $179.99$179.99
The STIHL BG 50 is the better leaf blower overall, rated 2.8 to 2.4. The STIHL BG 50 leads on value, speed and weight. The STIHL BG 50 costs $40 less ($179.99 vs $219.99).
Husqvarna 125B
#25 in HandheldFull review
A low cost gas handheld with cruise control for small to medium yards, best bought with Husqvarna premix to get the 5 year warranty.
Amazon $219.99$219.99
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 STIHL BG 50 for value ($0.44 per CFM ($179.99, 412 CFM) vs $0.52 per CFM ($219.99, 425 CFM)), speed (159 mph air speed vs 130 mph air speed) and weight (8 lb (dry) vs 9.4 lb (dry)).
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 | STIHL BG 50 | Husqvarna 125B |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 52 $0.44 per CFM ($179.99, 412 CFM) | 37 $0.52 per CFM ($219.99, 425 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 3 412 CFM | 6 425 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 70 159 mph air speed | 29 130 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 57 8 lb (dry) | 37 9.4 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| STIHL BG 50 | Husqvarna 125B | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 412 CFM | 425 CFM |
| Air speed | 159 mph | 130 mph |
| Blowing force | 13 N | 12.5 N |
| Variable speed | - | Yes |
| Cruise control | - | Yes |
| Noise | 70 dB(A) | 94 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 27.2 cc, 2-stroke | 28 cc, 2-stroke |
| Build | ||
| Style | Handheld | Handheld |
| Weight | 8 lb (dry) | 9.4 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |