Which is better for a large yard with no outlets?

The EGO LV5005. It runs on a 56V battery for up to 90 minutes on low, while the Toro needs a cord and an outlet within reach.

Is the EGO worth about $309 more than the Toro?

Only if cordless freedom and a 40L bag matter to you. The Toro matches it on mulching and beats it on air speed for $99.98 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026.

The Toro, at up to 260 MPH versus 210 MPH for the EGO. The EGO moves more air volume: 500 CFM versus 340 CFM in blow mode.

Which mulches leaves better?

They are close. The EGO claims a 16:1 ratio with a six-blade metal impeller; the Toro claims up to 88% reduction to under 1/2 inch with its Shredz-All ring.

Which is easier to carry?

The Toro, at about 11 lb. The EGO is widely described as heavy and bulky once the battery and bag are attached.

Does the Toro have known reliability problems?

Reviewers report safety-switch failures and units that keep running until unplugged. The EGO's main complaints are weight and short runtime on high.

EGO LV5005 Leaf Vacuum and Mulcher with 500 CFM Blower with 6.0Ah Battery and Charger vs Toro Ultra Blower Vac

Buy the EGO LV5005 if you want cordless reach, a big 40L bag and a 16:1 mulch ratio, and you can accept the weight and the $409.00 price at Amazon as of November 4, 2026. Buy the Toro Ultra Blower Vac if you work near an outlet, want more air speed (260 vs 210 MPH) and a much lower price: $99.98 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026. The Toro costs about $309 less, but you trade battery freedom for a cord and a 1.5-bushel bag.

Today the Toro Ultra Blower Vac costs $309.02 less at its best price.

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