Husqvarna 125B Gas Leaf Blower vs Troy-Bilt TB272V Leaf Blower/Vac

The Husqvarna 125B is the better blower for most people: it moves more air (470 CFM vs 450), weighs less, and has a much stronger owner record at 4 out of 5 from about 1,200 ratings. The Troy-Bilt TB272V is the pick only if you want one tool to blow, vacuum and shred leaves, since the Husqvarna is blower-only. Build-wise both are handheld 2-cycle gas units; the Husqvarna's edge is lighter weight and easier starting, while the Troy-Bilt's edge is the vacuum kit and collection bag.

• Choose the Husqvarna 125B if you mainly need to move leaves and debris off lawns, driveways and beds and want the lighter, better-reviewed blower.
• Choose the Troy-Bilt TB272V if you want to vacuum and shred leaves into a bag as well as blow them, and don't mind a heavier, lower-rated tool.