Ryobi Whisper Series Leaf Blower Demonstration: Which Should You Get? 18 or 40 volt?

[@humbughumbughumbug]

Thank you for demonstrating in grass. Most other videos I watched so far were basically blowing dry dust and cotton balls on cement! Very frustrating to filter through! Great video!

[@TheOriginalBumper]

I own the 40 volt whisper blower and the first thing I did was remove those hexagon intake mufflers in the back , just remove the torx screws and some other internals screws and boom performance increase it does make a little louder but I wanted more power and the trade off is worth it and it also makes it slightly lighter you wouldn't believe how much material is used in that intake .

[@costavong6018]

wooo....nice, I just worry things will suck inside....

[@GA-uc2um]

@@costavong6018 then don't stick anything in it...

[@sdriza]

thanks for the tip!!! fantastic upgrade

[@rc-dg3is]

@wowie4527

[@mizsherm4352]

Thanks for the demo, I'll probably go with the 18v because I have so many of the batteries plus I'll only use it to clean the sidewalk after mowing. I live on the corner so lots of sidewalk. I like to rake, it clears my head.

[@blastoff2022]

I have the 40 V- love it. works well...quieter and not cumbersome like the backpack. The turbo is super strong. A definite recommend.

[@Smooth05680]

U got the best comparison video hands down. U the champ with video on comparing the two. Bravo my my g

[@brandonrifenburg4508]

I was looking for a lightweight blower for my deck. kzbin.infoUgkxgioZQl3J5wPGAeDINzbieKbT5qomSEx3 There are some huge trees around my house and the leaves and pods drop all over my deck. Having to move furniture around to sweep has become too big a chore. This blower was the answer. It is light enough for this 70yr old lady and powerful enough to blow all the tree droppings off my rather large deck. Thank you B&D. Be aware the cord is not included. I use a 3 prong outdoor cord 25' cord for my 12' x 20' deck. The cord retainer works very well, but don't try to pass the plug through it. That is NOT how it works. You just have to loop the cord and it works great. One of my best purchases. Very happy.

[@Tammacazi10]

I've used both and have the 40V and it is much better than the 18V on power. If youa are looking for more run time I would go with the 18V. It seems to last a little longer when using a 4ah battery for both.

[@oldpathsbaptistministries7904]

I'd like to see the 18v with a reducing nozzle attachment of some sort. It would reduce the air flow volume, but increase the air flow speed & pressure. It likely would not have blown the leaves a far, but might have dug more out of the grass. I have a reducing nozzle attachment for my shop vac hose that does that when used on the blower side and it would be interesting to see what one would do on the leaf blower. The only drawback I can see is if the fan motor couldn't handle the back pressure from the air flow restriction and dropped in speed.

[@dareptile2653]

I got an 18 volt that I use the 6 mAh battery on and I swear it blows with more force. You would think you just get more time/capacity, but I can feel the difference in speed. I also use the 6 mAh battery on my brad nailer and circular saw. I used the 40 volt and I wasn't "blown away" at the difference, this was a model from a couple years ago so maybe they've made some improvements since then. I was happy with my brushless 18v with that fat 6 mAh batt. The reason I haven't stuck with the 40v is that everything else I have is either 18v Ryobi and Milwaukee. I can use batteries that I have on my chargers as needed, but if using the 40 volt I'd have one charger and one battery. At least with 18 volt it's not like I have numerous batteries just for the leaf blower, they are for other tools too. I'd probably want to get 2- 400 mAh 40v batteries just for when one gets weak and I can rotate. If I can find a nice aftermarket charger capable of charging 2 batts at once I might go back to the 40volt blower

[@Ashton351]

I just bought the 18v as well and I observed the same thing! A 4ah battery made it run faster and more powerfully than a 2ah. Both batteries non-HP. Totally unexpected. I’m wondering if buying an HP battery would be money well spent or not. And if so, which size HP battery?

[@InsuranceIsLegalizedRobbery]

@@Ashton351 I’d just stick with the non HIGH PERFORMANCE batteries you have, a leaf blower is one of the high-power demanding tools, but of course, a 6AH HP will run you a good amount of time, but you want to ask yourself first if it even worth buying it and spend a good amount of money for blowing leaves? If I got few regular batteries laying down, I have no problem rotating batteries and keep the other ones charged and ready.

[@Williamthebossbaby]

Thanks for the video!! You saved me so much time deciding which one to get

[@Sticknmove77]

I used both and kept the 40V 525CFM. I solely use it for car detailing. There is a difference between the two and its noticeable while drying off a car, especially one thats waxed/coated. The 18V just wasn't strong enough. The 40V 525 CFM is the perfect starting point. EGO's are much better battery operated blowers, but are much more expensive.

[@andyp6683]

Do you think the ryobi dries the car better than the ego? I'm not too concerned about the battery length

[@joehiatt1992]

Just ordered one for detailing my cars also

[@SK-no2rn]

This guys summarization at the end is a big misnomer. Sure - they cleared the space about the same since that was what he was aiming for, but the 18V took 70 seconds and the 40V took 39 seconds, meaning it is about twice as fast.

[@NarySllim]

I recently purchased the 18 V because I have so many of those batteries, I’m very happy with it. I would appreciate the adjustable handle like the 40 V has but otherwise it’s a great blower.

[@shadowbanned5164]

There is a brushless 18v+ blower rated at 425 CFM available in Aussie its bloody loud compared to this one though.

[@MAL-Collector]

@@shadowbanned5164 do you think that does it better. Im thinking of buying one. But cant decide which model.

[@Mystic45708]

Great snow blower… cleans sidewalks and driveway quick

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

I'm not sure which one to get either. I actually have one 40v battery from my edger and I just bought two 18v batteries, so I could go either way, but I don't really have a tree that drops big leaves, so I don't see myself needing the more powerful one. This video definitely helped me learn a little more. thanks

[@Prince-fr2lr]

Did you end up getting either?

[@SanDiego_VDubLife]

@@Prince-fr2lr jaa. wow can't believe my comment was from three years ago. I actually have not bought one yet. But I found a guy who buys pallets from Home Depot and resells them on Offer Up or Facebook Marketplace, can't remember. he sells them for a discount. Some are returns, others are overstock or stuff like that. He sells them for a good discount so I might buy one off him. I'd probably go wit the 40 volt cuz it's more powerful and works better. The 18 volt stuff is too weak.

[@LeonardTaylor700]

Thx man I went with the 18 strictly because of this video 👍🏾

[@five2112]

Thanks for this video, first of all I didn't even know there -was- an 18V so that's awesome. I'm in that ecosystem currently so will probably grab that! 👍

[@TreyshaunAllah-fj4du]

Great informal video. Saved me a lot of time

[@jo9732]

I think it depends on your use. If you have a small yard and patio/driveway then probably the lighter 18v would be adequate. If you have a bigger yard with multiple trees probably worth going with the 40V. Also depends what battery line you are in. I’ve got all 40V tools so far so probably logical to stick with that. Of course…you could always convince yourself to buy both. Some of the other manufacturers (actually same TTI) like Hart have a model that can also plug into a wall outlet. That’s nice.

[@Ruvz24]

I just bought the 18v. But it runs thru battery’s like crazy. Only lasts like 10 mins. Using the 4mah

[@NhatNguyen-xs7kl]

⁠hey I read both your comment and have the same issue. I have 2 2.5AH battery and each I’d get the most out of while using my 18v blower is like 4 minutes max on turbo. I wonder if you have a solution? I also read that maybe buy the HP (high performance) 18v 4ah or 6ah battery. I have the older black non-Hp battery. Maybe that could be it. Also the HP battery is like 4x longer time and 30% stronger for brushless tools. Let me know what’s your thought.

[@dgibbsfl]

Very scientific, thanks for sharing.

[@999benhonda]

The 40v feels like you are using a basic gas blower. The 18v feels like you are using a battery powered blower. I use the 40v for cleaning driveways/walkways/patio after I mow...average 4 lawns per day, 5 days per week. Easier than using gas. I would not use one to clear leaves off a lawn though, that would take to long and eat up the battery pretty quick.

[@MaryOKC]

Do I need a leaf blower since all o really need it for is blowing off the dust and some leaves from my patio. .. such a quandary

[@eaglespetty]

You can never have enough power tools.🙃

[@ronald5728]

After you've used a blower to clean your patio. You will not want to use a broom again. It will take 10 secs. No effort.

[@99SVTBolt]

I’ll use the leaf blower to blow off a dusting of snow.

[@leobuck2060]

Are you just using a broom? Have you ever used a blower? Experience with both will give you your answer.

[@MaryOKC]

@@leobuck2060 I have both and use both and prefer the blower. 😁

[@Ashton351]

The 18v sounds quieter. I didn’t catch you mentioning the relative noise levels. Is there a difference?

[@1NATURELOVERJ]

Nice comparison video. I wish you had left the blower noise in the video so we could have heard the difference as well.

[@05tech]

I have the 40v and it’s an awesome powerful blower, you can really feel the power build in. The only downside is that it has a little weight to it, but I love it. I own both 18v and 40v batteries, this video shows that both 18 and 40 get the job done but there was definitely a difference in time and power. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy the 18v initially but I ended up with the 40v and wouldn’t swap them. Good video.

[@sgtpepper1138]

I want to get a shoulder strap for the 40v, it's not ridiculously heavy, but I have a big yard and a LOT of leaves and it does get to be cumbersome.

[@05tech]

@@sgtpepper1138 I agree with you 100%, I'm constantly switching arms due to leaf blowers weight. Wish it came with one, but Im sure it wouldn't be hard installing one on it.

[@craighellberg4366]

My guess is that if you already have the 18V blower you can’t just buy a 40V battery and use it on that blower. You have to buy a whole new blower. Is that correct?

[@Broskibrother]

yes they are completely different. 40v is a large sliding battery whereas the 18v has the old style stem battery design. They are nowhere near interchangeable. Even if they did fit somehow I do not think the 18v would handle all 40v volts for long before frying something. The 18v blower expects 18v and nothing more. The dream setup is a 40v system (really 36v) that uses 2 of the 18v batteries in series, that way you don't need a separate battery platform. Makita does this, I wish Ryobi would too.

[@radrcer]

Seems 18v boost is same as 40v on standard.

[@13LAIR-R]

Between the 40volt and the 18volt is it the same battery pack? The website says 100 tools 1 battery ?

[@busman2050]

Not the same battery. One is 18 volt, the other 40 volt

[@tmtv2234]

Do you have one using it on snow? That is what I will be using on haha.

[@Weekendhandyman]

I think I have shot a couple.. but, I don't know if I uploaded them. I will check on this.. but, they do work for snow if it is under a 1/3rd of an inch of dry snow really well!

[@tmtv2234]

@@Weekendhandyman thank you!

[@jcepri]

I just bought the 40V tool only for $94. The 18v was $99. Strange.

[@csh000]

Those are the tool only prices. Ryobi makes their profit on the batteries. A 9ah 18v battery has almost the same capacity as the 4ah 40v battery. Right now Home Depot has the 40v 4ah battery for $159 while a 2 pack of 18v 9ah batteries is $179. ah x volts = wh 40x4=160 wh. 9x18=162 wh. but it's a pack of 2 batteries so 162x2=324 wh for $179.

[@sendmedics]

Was the grass wet at all? Did it rain or anything? 😏

[@robalexander2016]

He said was. Listen

[@onefixitman]

My brother needs one but I prefer my Stihl BR700 gas backpack. It is much more expensive than the electric but I have an acre and my brother lives in the city.

[@Hanschr1313]

The 18v is much quieter. That's the whole point of the series - to whisper. Your neighbours are going to love it.

[@zeliglui6656]

Can these leave blower also use to double up to blow off snow on sidewalks?

[@SoCalKevin]

Yes they can as long as it's not wet or frozen.

[@valeriexoxo]

Is it really that quiet?

[@dennissmith7214]

No once sound gets to a certain decibel the mics can’t register the sound back and kinda mutes it!

[@EyesOfTheInternet]

How many minutes does the 40v last?

[@sgtpepper1138]

I have both the 4 and 5ah batteries. I just timed them and its about 25 for the 4 and about 35-37min for the 5ah. This is with the turbo on and off, normal use.

[@sgtpepper1138]

I also have a 6ah, still in the package. I need to test that one. I didnt realize it was a 6 until today.

[@homie-gtv322]

2 hours

[@Broskibrother]

I got the 40v and im not gonna lie I hate the boost button. It is so awkward to hold down while also clamping the trigger. I wish there was a toggle switch for it, or more play built into the trigger for the full range of speeds. I have debated taping it down but then I don't get low throttle access. It is also pretty damn heavy for a handheld blower, but it is about as powerful as the stihl backback gas blower I have. Honestly if the boost button was any way better I would love it.

[@mracer8]

They don’t seem to have enough power to do a medium yard. I think gas blower is still way more useful

[@lidiociscato6862]

Buying Ryobi @ Bunning is waste of time as they don’t seem to have people working there that have very little knowledge of most of their mowers or Blower/ Vacs/ Brush Cutters, presently I have a 36v Blower Vac which only work once in a blue moon does anyone know if there are any problems with this tool

[@tomiix1589]

NAH THE 40V ALWAYS WINS

[@sgtpepper1138]

I love mine.

[@PugZDesigns]

No one is saying how long you can use it on Max! Wtf?

[@Ruvz24]

I have the 18v and is very quiet so it seems like it is weak. But it’s really not. My only issue is it does go thru battery’s like crazy. I had to use 3 3ah and 1 4ah just to do my back yard. And it’s still not completely done. Granted I have bigger yard but I would expect to last longer. I also have the ryobi 1+ weed wacker and with the 4ah battery I can do my entire yard. So idk y the blower uses battery’s power so fast. Is anyone else has had this problem too please add your experience .

[@craighellberg4366]

Exactly!. I would love to be on board with all this battery platform crap but I just can’t. You have to have multiple batteries at an extreme expense. And they only last 3 to 5 years and that’s under optimal conditions, storage and recharging. Before the cost of all the batteries added by a gas powered unit that Will be more powerful and last many years. All this battery stuff is geared toward the new generation who have never learn to maintain work on a gas engine. It’s all about convenience and has nothing to do with the environment. In fact, The amount of energy it takes to make these batteries and then also the lack of recycling them makes them much more harmful to the environment than a gas unit.

[@NhatNguyen-xs7kl]

@@Ruvz24hey I read both your comment and have the same issue. I have 2 2.5AH battery and each I’d get the most out of while using my 18v blower is like 4 minutes max on turbo. I wonder if you have a solution? I also read that maybe buy the HP (high performance) 18v 4ah or 6ah battery. I have the older black non-Hp battery. Maybe that could be it. Also the HP battery is like 4x longer time and 30% stronger for brushless tools. Let me know what’s your thought.

[@analogueoverdigital929]

Did anyone see the Prep commercial before this. We are done as a society.... PS. As a diy guy, Ryobi gets er done.

[@mikeplourde25]

40v Better job in half the time!

[@kapenakanaiaupuni5816]

None of them I bought both and had issues with them .intermittent power surge then stops

[@Jimmy_Cavallo]

💥💥 Great video, thank you. I’m just curious. Do you have sleep apnea.?? 🤟🏼

[@judyl.761]

Why are you asking about sleep apnea?

[@wayneguy6043]

The 18 V is barely good enough to blow out dust in the garage

[@dennissmith7214]

😳😆😆👍🏽

[@LCculater]

Big canon all the way 😂

[@fd3toe46]

Good review but you NEED to fix or turn on image stabilization or something? This video hurts to watch.

[@Weekendhandyman]

Yeah.. forgot to fix that in the edit.. :(

[@hubick]

"Whisper Series" all I want is a video to let me hear how loud the thing is, but no.

[@The44One]

Yea electric ⚡️ yard tools suck !! I’ll keep my gas powered tools 😎✌🏽

[@lindagarcia8292]

Horrible illustration

[@zhannarobertflores8111]

Not a good review