Husqvarna 350BT
#12 in BackpackFull review
A comfortable mid size backpack blower for an acre or so of mostly dry leaves; the 360BT is the better buy for wet leaves.
Amazon $429.99$429.99
The Husqvarna 350BT rates 2.7 among backpack leaf blowers; the Makita XBU02PT 18V X2 Blower rates 2.3 among handheld ones. The Makita XBU02PT 18V X2 Blower costs $66.55 less ($363.44 vs $429.99).
Makita XBU02PT 18V X2 Blower
#26 in HandheldFull review
Best for owners already invested in Makita 18V batteries who want a quiet blower for patios and moderate leaf loads. Buyers starting fresh get more air per dollar elsewhere.
Amazon $363.44$363.44
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 | Husqvarna 350BT | Makita XBU02PT 18V X2 Blower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 33 $0.87 per CFM ($429.99, 494 CFM) | 3 $0.77 per CFM ($363.44 with batteries and charger, 473 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 10 494 CFM | 18 473 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 100 180 mph air speed | 14 120 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 42 22.5 lb | 43 9 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 350BT | Makita XBU02PT 18V X2 Blower | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 494 CFM | 473 CFM |
| Air speed | 180 mph | 120 mph |
| Blowing force | 21 N | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | 94 dB(A) | 61 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Battery |
| Engine or battery | 50.2 cc, 2-stroke | 36 V, 10 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | - | 180 Wh |
| Battery included | - | Yes |
| Runtime | - | 28 min |
| Brushless motor | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Style | Backpack | Handheld |
| Weight | 22.5 lb | 9 lb (with battery) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Battery warranty | - | 3 years |