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Outdoor power tools aren’t a small purchase, so you want to have confidence that you picked the right product the first time. To help you make the right decision for your property, we test everything from chipper shredders to string trimmers, basically just about any type of lawn and garden equipment for any size and type of yard. Our testers try these tools out on various property types, from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains and beyond. Out of the dozens of products we’ve tried out this year, these are our favorites.
1. Toro 60V MAX 900 CFM Cordless Leaf Blower
With air movement that rivals some gas-powered models, this battery-powered leaf blower from Toro boasts enough runtime to clean up landscapes up to 1 acre or larger. Not only were we impressed with its power in our tests, we appreciated its comfortable and well-balanced design. The handle was ergonomic, and the blow tube rested at the correct working angle with no effort on our part. Its 4 amp-hour (Ah) battery recharges in 2 hours and provides 2 hours of runtime to handle extra-large jobs.
What our tester says: “The massive air-moving ability of this tool allowed me to do the same amount of work in as little as half the time as it would have taken with a lightweight leaf blower.”—Mark Wolfe, Product Reviews tester and writer
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best cordless leaf blowers guide.
Get the Toro cordless leaf blower at Lowe’s, Acme Tools, or Toro.
2. Echo PAS-225VP String Trimmer and Edger Kit
This hard-working lawn care kit from Echo delivers power and versatility in one package. With a 21.2-cc gas engine, the Echo PAS-225VP can drive more than a dozen attachments. The kit includes a curved shaft edger and a straight shaft string trimmer, and available add-ons include a hedge shear, pole saw, and brush cutter. Both the edger and trimmer worked smoothly and efficiently in our tests. With nearly professional-level results, the Echo was our favorite gas-powered lawn edger combo this year.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best lawn edgers guide.
Get the Echo PE-225 lawn edger at The Home Depot.
3. Ego Power+ Multi-Head Trimmer and Edger Combo Kit
For those looking for a versatile lawn care kit without the gas, the Ego Power+ combo is a great option. The kit includes a powerful 56-volt (V), 5-Ah hour battery, charger, an edger attachment, and a trimmer attachment. The power head fits multiple attachments and the battery is compatible with Ego’s full line of Power+ lawn care equipment. In our tests, we found the Ego to be as powerful as its gas counterparts, maintaining power even in compacted clay soil. With an excellent combination of torque and blade speed, the Ego Power+ can deliver clean, crisp edges for lawns and gardens.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best lawn edgers guide.
Get the Ego Power+ lawn edger combo at Amazon, Lowe’s, or Mowers at Jacks.
4. Ego Power+ SNT2112 Peak Power 21-Inch Snow Blower
This snow blower easily powers through white powder with its durable steel auger and 21-inch clearing path. Two 56V batteries deliver enough charge to clear several inches of snow in a single session. We found the user-friendly Ego easy to operate and comfortable to push and maneuver. Even heavy, wet Colorado snow was no match for the Ego in our tests.
Read our full review: Colorado Natives Try a Snow Blower for the First Time:
Get the Ego Power+ Peak Power snow blower at Amazon, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, or Northern Tool + Equipment.
5. Westinghouse WPX3200 Pressure Washer
Powerful enough to remove mold and mildew, the Westinghouse WPX3200 features a built-in soap tank, 3,200 pounds per square inch of pressure, a max flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute, and 12-inch wheels to transport its durable steel frame. The Westinghouse WPX3200 consistently removed tough stains and debris on everything from siding to cement in our tests, making it one of our new favorites this year. Its power, portability, and performance are tough to beat.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best pressure washers guide.
Get the Westinghouse WPX3200 pressure washer at Amazon, Lowe’s, or The Home Depot.
6. Echo eForce DPPF-2100 56V Power Pruner
With the best weight-to-power ratio of all the pole saws we tested this year, the Echo eForce is simple, strong, and easy to use. At just 12 pounds, it’s powered by a 2.5-Ah battery and a two-speed motor that can cut through branches up to 8 inches thick. Plus, its 8-foot length can reach branches up to 12 feet high. The eForce DPPF-21000 includes a battery, charger, and shoulder strap to help reduce operator fatigue.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best pole saws guide.
Get the Echo eForce pole saw at The Home Depot or Forestry Suppliers.
7. Toro 22-Inch Recycler Personal Pace Lawn Mower
For a lawn mower that delivers crisp, clean cuts and offers plenty of operator comfort, the Toro 22-Inch Recycler Personal Pace Lawn Mower fits the bill. We were impressed with the Toro’s design and performance across the board, making it our favorite lawn mower for small yards this year. The well-ventilated cutting deck lifts tall, thick grass for even cutting, while the motor automatically boosts output for heavier cutting conditions. Its self-driving system automatically adjusts to user speed to make mowing a breeze.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best lawn mowers for small yards guide.
Get the Toro 60V MAX lawn mower for small yards at Amazon, Lowe’s (with 8-Ah battery), Tractor Supply and Co., or Ace Hardware.
8. Husqvarna 450 Rancher 20-Inch Gas Chainsaw
The reliable and hard-working Husqvarna 450 Rancher tackles tree work with ease. With a 50.2 cc engine and 3.2 horsepower, it fells trees and cuts through larger rounds, making it a great option for those who live on wooded properties. In our tests, we found that it started up easily, had little vibration, was easy to control, and cut smoothly. Rounding out its impressive design, this gas-powered chainsaw also features a flip cap and fuel indicator on the side for easy refilling and an efficient X-TORQ engine to reduce emissions and increase fuel efficiency.
Learn how we tested and reviewed more top picks in our best chainsaws guide.
Get the Husqvarna 450 Rancher chainsaw at Amazon or Lowe’s.
