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Compared side by side

Greenworks Pro 80V 730 CFM vs EGO Power+ LB7654

Reliability scores

Scores compared

Pulled from each product’s full review.

Reliability
73 / 100
65 / 100
Estimated 3-year upkeep Parts and repairs, rough estimate

Greenworks Pro 80V 730 CFM

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EGO Power+ LB7654

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Pros and cons

Good and bad, as each full review tells it.

Greenworks Pro 80V 730 CFM

Strengths

  • Performs well, especially with a concentrator nozzle
  • Generally offers good power for a battery-powered system
  • Costco provides a helpful 8-year battery warranty with easy replacements
  • Lighter than comparable gas models

Concerns

  • Greenworks customer service reportedly receives negative feedback
  • Some users experienced issues with string trimmer heads on other 80V tools
  • A similar 800 CFM model has issues with debris being sucked into its intake
  • Less ideal weight distribution and open nozzle performance compared to a similar 800 CFM model

EGO Power+ LB7654

Strengths

  • EGO tools are generally reliable and powerful, often noted as quieter than gas models
  • No gas fumes, offering a cleaner user experience
  • All EGO batteries are cross-compatible with other EGO tools

Concerns

  • EGO batteries are very expensive to replace
  • Batteries often degrade or fail around the 3-year warranty mark
  • High-power blowers may accelerate battery cell degradation
  • Some owners experienced difficulties with warranty claims from unauthorized retailers

The verdict

Our bottom line after lining up both full reviews.

Bottom line

Shoppers prioritizing immediate, proven performance and fewer known long-term battery concerns will likely find the Greenworks unit a more reliable investment, despite both being powerful cordless options.

Key takeaways

  • The Greenworks Pro 80V 730 CFM leaf blower emerges as the stronger contender due to clearer positive feedback on its performance and a higher reliability score of 73%.
  • While specific insights for the EGO Power+ LB7654 are sparse, broader community sentiment around the EGO battery ecosystem indicates potential durability and cost challenges, leading to its lower reliability score of 65%.

Performance

The Greenworks Pro 80V 730 CFM demonstrates strong blowing power, particularly with a concentrator nozzle, satisfying early owners. In contrast, specific high-volume performance data for the EGO Power+ LB7654 is scarcer, with broader EGO battery ecosystem feedback hinting at potential issues with battery performance and longevity rather than raw power output for this specific model.

Durability

The Greenworks Pro 80V appears to be a robust unit, with no specific durability issues emerging in early feedback, though overall data is limited. For the EGO Power+ LB7654, while the blower unit itself may be sturdy, widespread concerns about the lifespan and replacement costs of EGO batteries suggest a potential long-term durability weak point for the overall system.

Community sentiment

Community sentiment for the Greenworks Pro 80V is generally positive, with users appreciating its effective performance despite limited early data. For the EGO Power+ LB7654, sentiment is more guarded, with broad EGO battery concerns casting a shadow over the product's perceived long-term value and reliability, even with relatively fewer specific criticisms for this particular model.