Husqvarna 350iB Blower Kit
#11 in HandheldFull review
One of the strongest handheld battery blowers for owners replacing a gas model on a big lot. Lighter blowers suit small yards better.
Amazon $379$379
The Husqvarna 350iB Blower Kit rates 3.7 among handheld leaf blowers; the Husqvarna 580BTS rates 3.7 among backpack ones. The Husqvarna 350iB Blower Kit costs $220 less ($379 vs $599).
Husqvarna 580BTS
#6 in BackpackFull review
A top tier backpack blower for large properties and heavy wet leaves, priced in line with ECHO’s and STIHL’s biggest models.
Amazon $599$599
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 (handheld and backpack), 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 350iB Blower Kit | Husqvarna 580BTS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $0.47 per CFM ($379 with batteries and charger, 800 CFM) | 71 $0.60 per CFM ($599, 1,000 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 100 800 CFM | 100 1,000 CFM |
| Speed 10% | 100 200 mph air speed | 100 220 mph air speed |
| Weight 15% | 29 10 lb (with battery) | 9 26.8 lb (dry) |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Husqvarna 350iB Blower Kit | Husqvarna 580BTS | |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing | ||
| Airflow | 800 CFM | 1,000 CFM |
| Air speed | 200 mph | 220 mph |
| Blowing force | 23.5 N | 47 N |
| Variable speed | - | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Noise | 79.4 dB(A) | 106 dB(A) |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 36 V, 7.7 Ah of battery | 75.6 cc, 2-stroke |
| Battery energy | 277 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Runtime | 45 min | - |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Style | Handheld | Backpack |
| Weight | 10 lb (with battery) | 26.8 lb (dry) |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |