Is The New Milwaukee M18 Fuel Blower 3017-20 Worth Upgrading To Now?

[@nubscrub]

I just picked this up today and finished using it; was surprised, much more powerful than I thought it would be based on KZbin comments. Lightweight, relatively quiet hum, uses the batteries I already have, no maintenance required or stink in confined spaces and corners. Happy camper

[@91rickybaker]

Got mine today, works WAY BETTER than I imagined! Blows ANYTHING I would need it for (leaves, blowing water off Harley/cars, etc) and at a high fast rate of speed!

[@StubbyNozzleCo]

This new Milwaukee blower looks promising! Just ordered one from Acme Tool using your link and looking forward to doing our own testing. You need a STUBBY nozzle for drying off that truck. ;)

[@james2042]

Whats crazy is the ridgid and ryobi versions, which have identical specs, are also near identical in price. TTI sometimes has notable differences between their brand's, but this one was a huge cop/paste job. The ridgid and ryobi even have the same plastic housing, just different colors and batteries

[@Chips0205]

Interesting

[@rod1951]

I have the old model and it is my favorite Milwaukee power tool. I aslo have the ego 650 and still like the Milwaukee better because of way faster ramp time and lighter weight. For normal mowing the lawn i found i dont need the bigger higher cfm ego. This new model being quiter fixes the one problem i dont like about the older model. Will definitely get it once my old stops working.

[@massive_droner]

You mention that it’s not a big difference in power (50cfm) but from an eye test can you see a difference at all? Use case for me is blowing small section of driveway in front of garage during the fall, the faster I can get it done the better!

[@edwinmedina4338]

Whatever leaf blower you get doesn't matter if you have makita tools then you get Makita, if you have Milwaukee then you get Milwaukee simple enough. I do like the new design though wife just got one for us and I took it out of the box like holy 😅 what dod you buy lol, also got a killer deal with 2 M18 xc6.0 batteries

[@chadfallon3378]

I have the original Milwaukee single battery blower and it is fantastic. Blows everything i need it to. Would get this blower when the one i have goes down.

[@1966johnnywayne]

I've had the blower and trimmer for about six years, and purchased both of them as 'End Of Season' display models for $99 each ...Canadian, so that's about two bucks USD, and I've been very pleased with both of these units. I don't think this is enough of an improvement to "upgrade", although maybe in a few years I'll look for them at the end of season.

[@ronh4993]

Great video! Gave me all the info I was looking for. Definitely made my mind up now. Going to get mine today. Thanks 👍

[@shaun4298]

Just got mine today it rocks my socks! I've tried many blowers and settled on Makita until this one came out.

[@onemorecut7749]

Since Home Depot sells this model with 2 of the 6A HO batteries, I wonder if it makes sense to insert one of the 6A batteries into the blower and then Velcro the second one onto it. In that way, you can add weight to the back of the blower to help with the ergonomics (similar to your using the 12A battery for ergonomics). Also, you would have the spare battery available for switching in-the-field when the first one dies.

[@benbbuxton]

Not a bad idea

[@mengx94]

Like sleight of hand in cod

[@philipdove1705]

Nice little blower . 500 cfm is pretty low on nutons however the small size makes it good for little projects. Egos 765 is still the blower boss

[@TranTek]

i have use them all from milwaukee single to dual batteries and both yellow i have to say i love ego 765 cfm the best, much quieter and more control, the dial switch just get knock on easily or else very refine and a lot of power without using the turbo button Milwaukee dual batteries is the worse, the switch is not refine at all got to try this new one to see how quiet like Brian said yellow doesn’t move much i use it to blow water off driveway to test them

[@bige7322]

Does this have a trigger lock? Sorry if you mentioned that, and I missed it. You mentioned the simplicity of the controls, so I assume there is no lock.

[@WorkshopAddict]

Trigger lock, cruise control, same thing. Yes it does. It is the part that slides above the trigger.

[@bige7322]

​@@WorkshopAddictThat's great! Thank you for the reply and the review!

[@dgreer5537]

Reminds me of the Ridgid somewhat

[@fZionists78]

I find I require 600-650 CFM minimum. The efficiency of moving debris drastically falls off under the 600 level, and I end up chasing debris with the end of the tube. But for small jobs, that noise is a winner. And the trigger system does look perfect.

[@Walkop]

CFM and windspeed both important. The Dual Battery Blower is only a bit more CFM, but the extra 20MPH is very, very noticable. The power difference feels crazy in the real world.

[@GillBarlow-g6u]

I like the blower but if overheats the 5.0 xc M18 batteries and stops the tool at about 50% battery life. It takes too long for the battery to cool enough to run again. What gives with Milwaukee bundling this blower with the 5.0 sc M18 batteries? Milwaukee does not seem willing to help solve this.

[@NonieTools]

Mines on its way and i can't wait. Ive been using a ryobi for years and love how light and quiet it is. But this looks to be a huge upgrade.

[@mikeworkman1759]

Debating between this and the quik lok blower attachment option, what are your thoughts on which is better? Is one more powerful than the other?

[@WorkshopAddict]

Both are similar. To me it comes down to what you use the blower for. Do you want to disconnect an attachment and connect the blower for each small job or each time you want to use it? I use my blower too often.

[@vn912]

Very good video, very informative. Thanks a lot.

[@MrBroxidar]

1:59 is the test you want see. leafs are still laying on the gras

[@12799MaDeuce]

"Leafs" lol

[@Global.Intelligence.Network]

EGOS 765CM is same price and 50% more powerful.

[@philipjohnson8064]

Have had one on order since February and no one with stock here in Canada, can’t understand why Milwaukee advertised this all over the internet and all you can do is pre order. I contacted Milwaukee and was told in the fall of 2024 very disappointed with them.

[@WorkshopAddict]

I do not know the stores in Canada. The Home Depot has it in stock now.

[@tb693ny6]

You’ve used the dual battery model and this one, how’s the 2 compare? weight? Performance? Noise? Etc?

[@WorkshopAddict]

Dual battery is the way to go IF yu are moving leaves or anything like that, hands down. The weight of the dual battery does not feel heavy because of all the power and the ballance.

[@tb693ny6]

@@WorkshopAddict as for blowing water off the car do you feel this new one does a good job or the dual is needed?

[@WorkshopAddict]

@@tb693ny6 I only use this one for drying cars. Duel battery rocks, but too much power and too heavy.

[@tb693ny6]

@@WorkshopAddict how's that compare to the 40V Makita blower? I the option to go with either since I have both systems

[@JohnGilbert-l5l]

Great review

[@donatorboy3137]

Ace hardware is selling a Drill with two 5.0A battery plus 1 free tool that include the new Milwaukee leaf blower for 299$ before tax. hmmmm Should I take it or just go with the older model. hehe

[@WorkshopAddict]

New one is a huge improvement.

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

I love my dual battery blower with 2 forge he is phenomenal

[@WorkshopAddict]

Dual battery rocks!

[@ToolsInAction4u]

Dang. Big money bags over here hahah

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

1000$ canadian 😂​@@ToolsInAction4u

[@btverse]

Thanks, I'll consider switching once someone makes the stubby nozzle for it. Drying a car with that tube is risky, and that's what I use the current one for now.

[@WorkshopAddict]

There is one being made right now. Hope it is out soon.

[@jesustejeda7353]

When are they going to release it ?

[@WorkshopAddict]

It is already out. Link to home depot and acme tools in the description

[@houstonsmitherman6888]

I need a fitting that'll reduce the 4 inch tool hole or 3 inch tip of the main pipe down to 3/4 so I can use this on AC drains lol 💀

[@WorkshopAddict]

@houstonsmitherman6888 I think if you reduce it that far the fan will have cavitation and not work well. Try it with pvc and duct tape before you invest to make sure it still pushes air.

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

Althought i have already 2 blower i might need an another one 😂

[@WorkshopAddict]

There is something about this design that I have always liked. Now that it is quiet, it is my go to. I ordered two more and have my old models up for sale.

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

​@@WorkshopAddictnice thanks for the feedback 👍

[@mwgcubs]

As far as blowers, definitely gotta go with gas

[@jordyworley91]

Still weak compared to competitors. Not going to be buying.

[@WorkshopAddict]

Compared to other 18 and 20 volt competitors? Or?

[@DJR5280]

The Ego 765 CFM is on sale at Lowe’s right now for $299 and they give you an extra 2.5 ah battery free

[@WorkshopAddict]

@@DJR5280 That is comparing apples and oranges.

[@DJR5280]

@WorkshopAddict How so? They're both battery powered leaf blowers. One just happens to be on sale that's more powerful than the Milwaukee

[@WorkshopAddict]

@DJR5280 voltage. Would you compare a ford Maverick to a Ford f250 and say buy whatever is less expensive. The EGO might be the better buy, but you are comparing an 18 volt blower to a 56 volt.

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

Once youve owned a gas powered backpack blower, anything electric is garbage. Been rocking ny Stihl Br600 for years and the only reason id upgrade is because the new Br800 can be started with it still on your back.

[@WorkshopAddict]

I disagree. I own a Stihl BR800X. In fact you can see the review on this channel. BUT, I never use my backpack blower to blow out our show or dust off the tractors after working. The battery operated blowers are perfect for that and are much easier to get in just the right place. I also own a Stihl BG86 gas blower and I still use the battery blowers at work.

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

@@WorkshopAddict I'm not talking about blowing dust around. Use a broom and a dust pan for that instead of blowing it around in the air more. I'm talking real work that blowers are made for. Leaves. Snow. Etc. Nothing beats it.

[@evictioncarpentry2628]

@@WorkshopAddict You seem to make a lot of assumptions not knowing anything. I own electric ones and I blow dust and snow off equipment every winter. I live in Canada and run a snow crew on the side. Guess where the electric ones are? Clearing dust in the shop because no one wants to use them. They suck ass

[@WorkshopAddict]

@@evictioncarpentry2628 Got it.

[@calabriamia6307]

You are mad cool