POWERFUL ECHO PB-2620 HAND BLOWER!! TOOL REVIEW TUESDAY!

Today's Tool Review Tuesday Episode features the ECHO PB-2620 Handheld Gas Blower. This is ECHO's best in class handheld blower and is loaded with all the features needed to quickly clear debris, leaves, grass, and dust. This video also features the optional rain gutter kit accessory, that hooks up to this blower. One year ago, I featured the other ECHO handheld, the PB-2520. Here's a link to that video:
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[@brettcatterall7761]

To warm up your leaf blower, try covering your hand over the tube. I warm up my stihl bg50 for a minute slowly, then ill run it moderate for a 30 seconds before wot. I let it idle for 30 seconds before shutting it off. Slowly letting it heat up and cool down imo helps the engine last longer. If i had the money id buy a powerful battery blower for short uses for short 2 minute uses instead of warming up the 2 strokes

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

I normally always have a hand held & backpack on board except today, forgot to put my 580 BTS on the van but have to say the 525BX was outstanding for a hand held! Heavy wet leaves and horse chestnuts were cleared pretty easily, next week the 580 will blast them off into the woods! 😁

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The 525BX looks like a nice unit. Does it take long for it to warm up and reach top speed?

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

@@MarkThomasBuilder. Not at all, just a few seconds!

[@pennsylvaniacitizen138]

Good video. My old hand held blowers have worn out so I'm looking to buy a new one now. I have an Echo that I've been using 20 years and just love it. I also have a Red Max that is a POS. Very cold-blooded, too heavy, just doesn't come close to the quality of the Echo. My Red Max back pack blower, though, is awesome and has been performing well for about 10 years. I especially appreciate you showing the rain gutter attachment - that's absolutely required at my place. Thanks.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

This is a handy blower. It takes a minute to fully warm up, but works well after that. I also have a Red Max backpack, but haven't tried their handheld one.

[@michaelthompson7570]

my 10 yo stihl started acting up this morning soooo a new echo 2620 is now in the garage. Experience has told me a ten yo tool does not owe me anything. Will mess with it a litttle bit,,new gas,new fuel filter , seafoam. Would be nice to have in the outbuilding where I keep the exmark, which likes a blowdown after a workout!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I recommend using non-ethanol fuel and ECHO Red Armor Oil too, for maximum life and less downtime. I agree that a zero turn needs a blowdown after mowing. It's a lot more work to clean it after it gets caked on there.

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

_On bigger leaf jobs I usually bring along the pb2620 and use it in my left hand while I have my pb8010T on my back in throttle lock probably overkill but it works wonders for sure😏_

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Cool setup. I've tried that a few times and it definitely works well for the big cleanup jobs.

[@kenhorton3482]

The curve in the tube is to stop the gyro effect on your wrist which make it easier to hold and not as tiring

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good point. I never thought about that.

[@DunningsMillLawnCare]

In terms of what 2 stroke oil I use, I use the Stihl HP Ultra fully synthetic 2 stroke oil.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's good stuff.

[@craigrogers3163]

Stihl HP ultra is terrible oil. If you don’t believe me do a KZbin search

[@blanchard899]

I use Amsoil Saber. It’s great oil and has never failed my equipment. Been using it since 2009. I break my echo equipment in with red armor. Then I mix my own batch of no ethanol 92 fuel with the amsoil saber oil. Smells so good and doesn’t clog the spark arrestors in my equipment

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Interesting, I may have to try it just to see what the smell is like and to test the performance. Thanks!

[@blanchard899]

markthomasbuilder yeah the smell is a plus. I just like how it doesn’t clog the spark arrestors. My CS-620P screams with that oil!

[@josephtuleya5296]

trouble with doing gutters is that it needs a curved panel attached to the end to keep some of the leaves from blowing back onto the roof but otherwise a great vid very informative

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a great idea. I've had them blow back up there too. It helps when they're dry.

[@strapcaddie7547]

I think I like to curve one over the straight one and the flat end more air control to the air. It is nice that it does have to filters.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

They both work very well. I might need one in each hand when the leaves really start falling, lol!

[@tommyplandscape8624]

I still have the echo pb2100 still running strong love it no issues ever BUT I thing I’m going to upgrade to this this new model your showing us

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's their most powerful handheld. I often use it in place of a backpack blower.

[@tommyplandscape8624]

markthomasbuilder thank you looking foreword to a new purchase great Vid👍👊👊

[@Dr777cl]

Great Review 👍👍Thanks

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet, thanks for watching!

[@funkla65]

Thanks for the comparison. My Echo dealer has a one day spring event with 15% off (with the 2520 excluded). Not sure the 2620 would be worth $50 more, but if the discount chops the difference to $20, I think the upgrade would be worthwhile.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I like this one over the 2520. The bottom stand is better and gives you something to grip when you lifting it up above your chest. I also like the straight tube better.

[@Mrworkout213]

Great video I’m sold👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks man, great to hear it!

[@t.regnerus301]

Curved pipe is to reduce the blower twisting in your hand under load.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That makes sense, thanks for sharing!

[@brucelocke6595]

What is the best fuel to use? What do you think of the echo 2 cycle oil mixed with gasoline?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Great questions... I recommend 89 octane gasoline mixed with ECHO Red Armor Oil. If you can get Rec-Gas (non ethanol) to mix, even better.

[@albertkazemian603]

Nice video I use power care gas from home Depot, it's less expensive than the other brands. No ethanol. I buy it by case and get 10 percent discount. I use it on all my power equipment

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good idea running non ethanol. I've had good luck running canned fuel in my mixed engines.

[@hugar-de]

Great review! Keep it up and greets from Germany!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Awesome, thanks for sharing from Germany! Tschuss!

[@ooyginyardel4835]

The curved schnozola is there so that the air exits on the centerline of the handle. Think about why that is and it makes a lot of sense. Also, and don’t take this wrong but blowing leaves across a cement driveway can be done on your hands and knees. You don’t need no steenkin’ leaf blower.

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

Flat nozzle all day long, for moving lagers volumes I use the Husky 580 BTS and for hand held, I use the Husky 525 BX!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I own a few of their products and like them. I'd haven't tried the 580 BTS yet. Their tube looks smaller than other by the picture.

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

@@MarkThomasBuilder. It is a bit smaller than the Stihl's and Echo's but it doesn't hamper it in any way. I absolutely love my 580bts, very reliable and comfortable to use for long periods, nice big fuel tank too!

[@terrystotzheim9719]

I like Tru fuel, great review!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thank you!

[@GregsMowing]

Flat nozzle can cause damage to the blower. Best to use the round one.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for the info. I'll keep that in mind.

[@davidalonzojr8617]

I currently own the 2520 but I think I may upgrade to the new 2620. I like the flared pipe and can see myself using that one alot! Great Review

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, there's a few nice upgrades when going with the 2620.

[@justinrumbley1863]

To answer your question. Flat nozzles will have higher MPH ratings and lower CFM ratings, round nozzles will have lower MPH ratings but higher CFM ratings.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Interesting, thank you for clarifying that!

[@theboostedf1506]

TrueFuel 50:1 from home depot runs all my ECHOs great no issues

[@ridgehiker9400]

In the fall I use my current blower to blow wet leaves and tree debris, often packed in and/or sitting in water. How do you think the PB-2620 would do from your experience using it direct from the roof? I did view the part where you blew wet leaves out but they did not seem as compacted as mine get. Sometimes even partly frozen (LOL).

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

This blower does a nice job, but for those really stubborn leaves, I use the PB8010, but that's a much more expensive option. The flat nozzle blower tube on the 2620 will work best for getting under the leaves. I think you'll be happy with it.

[@ridgehiker9400]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Thanks Mark, I will give it a try.

[@nsxproperties560]

It looks like you can put the secondary handle off the 2620 and put it on the 2520, do you have a part number for it? You can probably put the tubing on the 2620 and put in on the 2520 too, as well as replace the grip.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm not sure about that. I'll have to try it out today and let you know.

[@victorrippe5845]

I use echo blend for years and not one engine fail.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Same, I use ECHO Red Armor. Great stuff!

[@JonsDailyHustle]

Excellent review 🤙. I'm looking into getting one soon

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, this one has some nice power for a handheld.

[@joeyyoung9517]

Great review 👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, man!

[@joeoconnell5706]

Same size engine as the 2520 but 1.2 lbs heavier. Do you know why that is?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good question. I'm not sure why, but I'll see what I can find out.

[@seanhuebner1179]

The 2620 has a chrome plated cylinder. The engine is rated as commercial, and a bit heavier. The handle padding, extra base/handle, and tube ring will add weight as well.

[@WisconsinEric]

If I remember correctly Echo added ballast weight in the top handle to achieve better balance vs the 2520.

[@joeraptor1]

Do you know if a vacuum kit is available for the pb2620 so you can turn it into a shred n vac?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a great question. I don't recall every seeing one that ECHO makes for the PAS system.

[@joeraptor1]

I checked with the Echo dealer today and he was not sure but he did not think a kit was available. I already have a backpack blower. I was thinking of adding a small handheld blower that could be converted into a vac to help me when I do fall clean ups in the fall. Often, leafs will get caught in corners where the backpack can't go. I was thinking that the smaller handheld blower or vac could do the job. The only one I liked was the Stihl SH86. That's $360 where I live in Canada. However, Shindaiwa is having theri 20% off fleet week this week at my dealer. I can get the Shindaiwa eb262 (same as the Echo PB2620) this week for about $230 with the discount. It just would not have the vac. attachment. Big price difference though. @@MarkThomasBuilder

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Wow, that is a big price difference. I talk with ECHO on occasion and will mention the product your looking for.

[@desmonddavis6271]

Will red armor echo oil will work on Stihl cause I only have a srm2620t

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, ECHO Red Armor works in all 2 stroke engines.

[@desmonddavis6271]

Oh ok Thank You And I definitely liked your video we run Echo and Stihl

[@chubby5021]

In the market for a blower and I’m torn between the Stihl BG 56/86 and this Echo. Any recommendations? Thanks!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I haven't tried the Stihl yet. I like their backpack blowers though. This ECHO PB-2620 does a great job for me.

[@ianvaldivia1993]

I would go with the big 86 great blower with a ton of power

[@danielpadgett2831]

I use a Wal-Mart brand of pre-mix fuel 90 octane it runs great on it or if I dont have it I use stihl moto mix which also runs great on.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've had good luck with Stihl oil in the past. I recently switched to ethanol free fuel- 89.

[@danielpadgett2831]

@@MarkThomasBuilder yes sir I try to use ethanol free gas in all my small engines including my lawn mower.

[@jt2475]

How do you start it? Did I miss it in the video or you didn’t show it?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I may not have shown the starting procedures. This blower starts the exact same way ECHO trimmer and blowers start. You flip the switch to on, set the switch to the choke position, press the primer bulb 8x's, pull start it until you hear it make a sputtering sound, then flip the switch off choke, and it should start on the next 1 or 2 pulls. If you try other ways to start it, I've found the engines to have a chance of flooding and then hard to start. Hope that helps.

[@jt2475]

@@MarkThomasBuilder thank you for that.

[@MrCutLawnCare]

I have some echo equipment but the majority is Stihl. I use echo Red Armor or Opti2 Oil (I prefer the opti2 because it is a better oil IMO and is cheaper) Both are good oils.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I haven't tried Opti2. Thanks for the advice!

[@paulb2769]

Love Opti.2

[@austinprice5722]

I just bought this blower a few days ago in hopes of it being better than my current 3 year old Stihl BG86. I think it has very comparable power but in my opinion the vibration control is HORRIBLE on this blower in comparison. Kinda curious if anyone else thinks the same? I am highly considering returning it and getting a new BG86 or checking out the Husqvarna 525bx. Vibration is a big deal in my opinion.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I didn't notice vibration being an issue. I'd like to see the warm up time a little faster if I were to improve it.

[@francisngannouhaircut2616]

I use the full dose of red armor and i add a cap full or 2 of powerblend.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Interesting, I haven't heard of doing that.

[@francisngannouhaircut2616]

Best stuff EVER and i tried all the oils. Echo is the ahead of the game, i tried all the sthil oils and their ok just a little smokey and smelly

[@josephtuleya5296]

I;m trying to find a hand held gas leaf blower that wont self distruct after a year of use ; longevity is more important to me than performance ; I was wondering if you have any suggestions

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You should try this ECHO blower. Just use ECHO Red Armor oil/gas and keep it maintained. They have a great warranty too.

[@nightmare69metalmatt52]

Round nosel 24.7 Its all in how you use it. Choice or oil shindalo

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, good point.

[@tonym9140]

How’s the warmup time from cold before it makes full revs? Can’t stand how long my Stihl BG86 takes. Disregard, I see you covered that at 4:00 Looking at the parts list, the 2620 gets a Walbro carb which is a bonus. The parts list for 2520 does not show a walbro pn for carb.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I use this blower all the time. The warmup time is a little long, but once it gets going, it's amazing!

[@tonym9140]

Thanks for the reply, anything you like or dislike compared to the BG86?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've heard good things about the BG86 from a friend that does gutter cleaning. I haven't actually run that one yet to say how it compares.

[@dcfrank9326]

What ear protectors are those? Bluetooth?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Worktunes with Bluetooth that are very comfortable. Here's my review on them... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKfclmaBibedb68

[@DeliciousBass01]

whats the emissions hour rating on the 2620?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

300 Hours

[@sammccartt4813]

Oil use:Husky oil is good, and Echo oil is good. Stilh oil is not rated in todays market. The rating it holds is I believe from many years back. I do not use Stilh oil any longer. Echo is the most expensive where I live in NC. 50 cents a bottle higher than Husky. Just a shout out here for my friend Pete with GCI TURF, it is COOL WEATHER TURF TIME and we are getting close to pre-energent time. LIQUID BABY-LIQUID!!! GCI TURF you can learn alot and Pete has His own branded products-CLASS GUY who truly LOVES the LORD JESUS CHRIST!!! PEACE OUT, Samuel Mccartt Jr, SSS Lawn Care, Reidsville NC...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've used Husky oil mostly and then switched to ECHO Red Armor. Both are great products, in my opinion. I recently decided to go with ethanol free fuel which is a little more expensive, but worth it.

[@sammccartt4813]

@@MarkThomasBuilder I to use EFG ALONG WITH OIL MIX 2.00-2.50. Bottle the price per gallon is 5.50-6.00 a gallon. As you declared,IT IS WORTH IT!!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

@@sammccartt4813 💯👍

[@JackWKline]

I have more leaves on my yard then my patio or driveway

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sounds like you need mulching blades for your mower. That might be the easiest way to deal with them.

[@goaheadmakeourdayscooterpe9644]

Can't understand with all the good leaf guards on the market even ones you can install yourself why anybody would devil themselves with that attachment every year, and by the way those will make engine overheat by working it much harder.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good point. I'm going to interview an ECHO product manager next month and would like to hear his answer about the stress on the engines and how they can handle it.

[@auskip07]

flat - higher velocity

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good point!

[@nightmare69metalmatt52]

Also note for those wondering what's better echo or sthil from ten years experience in lawn maintenance go echo sthil has shit the bucket last few year when it comes to quality and price I picked up a BG86 back in September 2019 the whole time I had nothing but start problems running problems ect biggest issues you cant tune the carb anymore and it needed replaced with a year carb kit and full tune within the first 2 mouths and over priced. The only thing sthil is good for is a chain saw stay away from there other over priced and completely unreliable tools go echo. This blower in this vid you can pick up for about bill less the the week known BG86 and out of box beats the BG in every way the only down side its heavier

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'd like to compare a Stihl chainsaw. That's crazy to hear the experience you're having with the BG86.

[@nightmare69metalmatt52]

@@MarkThomasBuilder not just my own people I've worked with I had a fellow lawn worker go through 4 I do mean four of them last year before switching to husqvarna. As for chain saws i would love to see them go head to head to see which is better I go for the common tree climber hand saw the mall ones

[@RandyOrton21000]

opti-2 best 2-cylcle oil around

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

RandyOrton21000 I’ve heard a lot about this oil lately. I’ll have to test it out!

[@timhowell1220]

I used Opti-2 oil in Echo, Shindiawa, and TMC for 14 years in a 70 account lawn service and never had a problem. Exhaust ports never get carbon build up either. Plus I have not had carb. problems using 10% Ethanol gasoline.

[@alfredemerson1139]

flat attachment

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

We've had a lot of wind today. It will give me a chance to try it out on a bunch of leaves this week.

[@henrytauch8383]

How many cc

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

25.4 cc

[@cosasdepuromacho1247]

🔥👌💪💯

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thank you!