ECHO 172 MPH 456 CFM 25.4 cc Gas 2-Stroke X Series Handheld Leaf Blower PB-2620
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
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The consensus
What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the Echo PB-2620 is the standout full-power handheld. Verified-purchase reviewers at homedepot.com and walmart.com say it "blows heavy wet leaves quickly," is "not heavy to use," and "packs a lot of punch—almost as strong as my Echo backpack blower," with easy out-of-the-box starting. High-trust r/lawncare and r/landscaping members repeatedly describe Echo handhelds as reliable and sturdy with years of service after routine filter maintenance.
What reviewers liked
- Verified-purchase reviewers say it rivals a backpack blower for power
- Strong reliability reputation across high-trust communities
- Easy starting and comfortable to use per retailer reviewers
- Helper handle and variable cruise control
Where it falls short
- Heavier and pricier than the near-identical PB-2520
- Some community members now prefer battery handhelds for convenience
- Signals are mostly retailer/community with no lab measurements
- 2-cycle engine requires fuel mixing
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Across the reviewers we read, the Echo PB-2620 is the standout full-power handheld. Verified-purchase reviewers at homedepot.com and walmart.com say it "blows heavy wet leaves quickly," is "not heavy to use," and "packs a lot of punch—almost as strong as my Echo backpack blower," with easy out-of-the-box starting. High-trust r/lawncare and r/landscaping members repeatedly describe Echo handhelds as reliable and sturdy with years of service after routine filter maintenance.
Compared with the cheaper PB-2520, the opeforum.com discussion notes the 2620 adds a helper handle but is slightly heavier and pricier for nearly identical CFM and air speed (456 CFM / 172 MPH). Some community members have moved to battery handhelds for convenience, calling cordless "epic"—a real trade-off to weigh. With a 4.6 Amazon rating across 300 reviews and strong reliability sentiment, the consensus is a durable, professional-grade handheld for homeowners who want backpack-adjacent power without the harness.
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We only use the Toro in the fall to help suck up leaves in odd locations to mulch. It's a decent unit but is pretty heavy. I'd give it like a C+.
The PB-770T seems to have good reviews, is reliable, and a favorite for many. The PB-9010T has more power but people complain it's too big/heavy/the tube ...
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