Recommendations from friends for a good electric pressure washer led me to the AR North America AR383 1,900 PSI 1.5 GPM 11 Amp Electric Pressure Washer with Hose Reel. It is a great  machine for household use as my friends would testify. If you are a homeowner, looking for a good and durable appliances for your heavy-duty household chores then buying the AR383 Electric Pressure Washer will be a no brainer. This pressure washer can be operated at different pressure levels and is suitable various chores like washing driveways, decks, grills, mowers and cars among others.  I did a lot of research myself before buying this pressure washer and found that everything that I had heard and read about this pressure washer to be true.  I wanted a unit that was lightweight, easy to work with and one that would produce enough pressure so that it could be used to clean a variety of things. The AR383 satisfies all these needs and delivers even more. Lets take a detailed look to see what the AR383 electric pressure washer has to offer.

Amazing Water Pressure

The AR383 delivers a maximum of 1900 psi water pressure. This is way more than enough for cleaning jobs around the house. If you have some heavy duty cleaning like stripping paint or removing graffiti then you should think about a machine that can produce even more water pressure. As the psi output goes up, more are the chances of damage. For cleaning cars, small decks, bikes, charcoal grills, sidings on your home and lawn furniture this pressure washer produces more than enough power. The AR383 delivers water at a rate of 1.5 Gallons Per Minute (GPM). This is a very GPM number for cleaning jobs around the house.

 Top Quality Axial Piston Pump

The AR383 features an Annovi Reverberi Triplex 3 axial piston pump, which is a high quality pump that is extremely effective in meeting our household needs. AR North America is the manufacturer of the AR383 and you must know that AR North America is the best in the business when it comes to making plunger pumps. They are world renowned for the commercial plunger pumps they make. The 3 axial piston wobble plate pump and long lasting induction motor together makes the appliance a useful water dispenser to carry out your household cleaning tasks. The 3-axial pump has been made more effective by the use of tempered stainless steel plungers. Many other pressure washers in the market use plastic plungers and are hence not very durable. The stainless steel plungers on the AR383 will make it last longer.

Ease of Use

The AR383 pressure washer is equipped with a 20 foot hose so you do not have to worry about reaching the corners of tall objects that you are washing. The adjustable spray nozzle on this washer can change the spray of water as the job on hand demands. You can make the spray get as narrow as a pencil or make it very wide. The narrower the spray, the more pressure it will deliver. For example if you are looking to clean some tough stains then you would want to narrow the spray as much as possible to deliver the maximum water pressure. For simply cleaning a wide area that is not very dirty, you would use a wider spray. The AR383 washer also comes with a turbo nozzle that can rotate while releasing pressured washer. While using the turbo nozzle you will find that your cleaning job gets done much faster that when you use the regular spray nozzle. Please remember that the turbo nozzle cannot be used for all kinds of tasks.

The AR383 also features a total stop system that make the auto start and auto stop work. When you press the trigger, it will automatically start and will automatically stop when you take your finger off. The total stop system ensures that your unit does not overheated and will reduce wear and tea of the parts inside. This also increases the life of the pressure washer.

This electric pressure washer is highly compact and uses very less room in my garage. Its dimensions are 11.2 x 12.2 x 28.5 inches. The hose reel lets you wind the 20 feet pvc hose very easily and you do not have to worry about getting your feet tangled in the hose. The trigger gun and other attachments can be stored on the unit and that is what makes it look so compact and tidy. There is also an attachable foamer/soap bottle that came with this unit.

What Other Users Of AR383 Pressure Washer Are Saying?

The AR383 electric pressure washer has received some great reviews from other users as well. Here is what a few are saying about it.

• I am 100% satisfied with the performance of the unit. If I compare its’ cost with having someone clean my house and sidewalks it has paid for itself.
• A great quality product
• Most easy to use pressure washer with a great manual
• Very lightweight – does not weigh a ton like my previous gas washer
• Works Great, No Leaks!

You can find more great reviews from real people at Amazon. This unit has been a best seller in its category and there are a ton of 5 star reviews on it. One important thing to note from a reviewer is that this unit used to leak for some people, but looks like AR updated some of the parts and has now fixed this leak issue. I did not have this issue on my unit, so I must already have the updated parts on the unit.

Conclusion

Unless you want to dig a hole in your driveway with your pressure washer, the AR383 electric pressure washer is the perfect choice for all household cleaning chores. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind as to why so many people love and own this pressure washer. It is listed at a very cheap and discounted priced on Amazon and you will also receive free shipping on it when you buy from them.

It is very important to choose an extension cord of the correct wire gauge to power your yard tools or any power tools for that matter. Obviously, you will not have to worry about this if you own a gas powered or a battery powered tool. The most important reason for you to be using the correct wire gauge is to make sure that your yard tool is receiving the correct voltage. If it does not receive the correct voltage, it may not perform very well and you may also end up damaging your electric motor. You should always first look at the amp rating of the yard tool you are using. This will help you in choosing an extension cord of the correct gauge. Another important factor to consider in the selection of an extension cord is how far that yard tool will be taken for the electrical outlet. After identifying the amp rating and distance required, you can use the following chart to help you choose the correct gauge extension cord for your yard tool or power tool.

Equipment	Amp Rating
Circular Saw	12-15
Power Drill	3-7
Hedge Trimmer	2-3
Weed Trimmer	2-4
Chain Saw	7-12
Leaf Blower	6-12
Bug Killer	1-2
Lawn Mower	6-12

Max Distance	Upto 10 AMPS	Upto 15 Amps
0 Feet To 25 Feet	16 Gauge	14 Gauge
25 Feet To 50 Feet	16 Gauge	14 Gauge
50 Feet To 75 Feet	16 Gauge	12 Gauge
75 Feet To 100 Feet	16 Gauge	12 Gauge

* – obtained from General Cable Cordset Technical Information

Always remember the following when it comes to choosing extension cords:

• Wire gauge – Small the wire gauge number, thicker the wire will be. So a 10 gauge wire will be thicker than a 12 gauge wire.
• Smaller the wire gauge number, more electrical current (amps) it can carry.
• As a smaller wire gauged cord can carry more electrical current, it can also be run for a longer distance from the electric source than a larger wire gauged cord.
• Always use only an extension cord that is marked for outdoor use for powering yard tools that will be used outside.

We have recently received a few emails from  WORX Trivac WG500 customers enquiring about how they can replace their Vacuum bags. These bags are not available on Amazon or at any of the retail stores like Home Depot, Lowes and Sears. I searched online quiet a bit and could not find any retailers selling these bags. So I called the WORX customer service number and this is what they told me. Typically if you have recently bought your Trivac and if the bag tore or was not in a good condition, they will send it to you for free. If not, then the replacement bags are $14 each (+ $4.71 for shipping)  and can be ordered by calling the WORX customer service number at 1-866-354-WORX(9679).

 Hope this information is useful for the folks trying to find a replacement bag. Please leave comments below if you were able to call the WORX customer service and get a replacement bag. This would be helpful to other readers as well.

The WORX Trivac and the Toro 51599 are both excellent 3-in-1 blower vacuums with integrated mulchers. They have both been best selling units for a long time. While they do have some feature differences, they do get the job done. Here is a detailed comparison of what the WORX trivac and the Toro 51599 have to offer. Use this to make your choice easier. You can also check out our detailed WORX Trivac review and the Toro 51599 review for an in-depth look at these units.

WORX Trivac Vs Toro 51599

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Title	Toro 51599 Ultra 12 amp Variable-Speed Electric Blower/Vacuum with Metal Impeller	WORX TriVac WG500 12 amp All-in-One Electric Blower/Mulcher/Vacuum
Feature	Toro Ultra 3-in-1 blower, vacuum, and leaf shredder makes completing yard work fun and easy Exclusive cord-lock system holds power cord firmly in place Rugged metal impeller and infinite variable speed motor delivers up to 235 miles-per-hour of air flow Comes with power unit, blower tubes, vacuum tubes, vacuum bag, and operating manual Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging	WORX electric blower and vacuum can blow away debris then easily change to vacuuming in seconds WORX blower and vacuum makes an efficient, alternative to gasoline-powered tools Angled tube for access under bushes or storm drains Compact lightweight design for single-handed operation in both blowing and vacuuming modes Ergonomically designed with soft grip handles to accommodate all heights and reach, providing maximum comfort and control
Model	51599	WG500
Blow speed	235 MPH	210 MPH
Vacuum Capcacity	255 CFM	350 CFM
Bag Capacity	N/A	1.5 Bushels
Mulch Ratio	16:1	10:1
Rated Power	12 Amp	12 Amp
Rated Voltage	12 V--60Hz	12 V--60Hz
Height	10 inch	N/A
Weight	11.5 Lbs	8.4 Lbs
Width	20.5 inch	N/A
Length	48 inch	N/A
Package Height	850	1080
Package Weight	11.8 pound	12.05 pound
Package Length	2440	2760
Warranty	Full 2 year warranty	2 years parts and labor
Reviews	Read Reviews	Read Reviews
Link	More Info	More Info

I had some definite points on my mind while searching for a good electrical lawn mower and my search led me to the Black & Decker MM875 Lawn Hog 19-Inch 12 amp Electric Mulching Mower with Rear Bag. A great lawn mower, winner in all the lawn mower counts, and I will tell you why, in this detailed review. I was very certain that I should buy an electrical lawn mower, which does not belch out poisonous fumes while working. The lawn mower should not depend on fuel maintenance and should be a cool electric appliance. Purchasing a lawn mower requires that you consider all the features offered and what you need from it.  After buying this mower and using it numerous times, I can definitely say that I made the correct decision in buying the BD MM875 .  After you go through the detailed reasons mentioned here, I am sure that you will be definitely deciding to purchase this great lawn mower for mowing the grass on your lawn. And, why not? With all these amazing features, the lawn mower is available at a winning price of around $199 (at the time of writing this review). Here is a detailed description of the various features the MM875 mower has to offer.

How Much Power?

First, the power question. This is what we have on the top of our minds when we proceed to purchase a lawn mower. The more power a lawn mower can work with, the more powerful the machine is. Its quite a simple equation and every lawn-mowing person wants their job to be made easier with a powerful lawn mower. The Black & Decker MM875 Lawn Hog 19-Inch 12 amp Electric Mulching Mower with Rear Bag is definitely a power winner with a 12 amp motor. Generally, people make the mistake of counting the voltage of the batteries while purchasing a lawn mower. However, the fact remains that the actual power of the lawn mower (or the run time) actually depends more on the amperage (or the power delivered to the motor) than on the voltage of the batteries. That means a 12 v lawn mower with higher amperage will be more efficient than a 36 v lawn mower with less amperage. In this context, a 12 amp lawn mower like the one in discussion is definitely a great purchase. The Black & Decker MM875 Lawn Hog 19-Inch 12 amp Electric Mulching Mower with Rear Bag can simultaneously perform the dual actions of mulching and bagging with great efficiency. This machine will also cut and mulch deep, wet grass.

Built-In Adjustable Features And Easy Fertilizing

With the easy push of a button, you can easily adjust the height of the grass to be cut from 1.25 inches to 3.5 inches. This button will effortlessly raise or lower all the four wheels on the mower. Choose an optimum height for cutting by taking into consideration the frequency of your mowing and the fact that short grass is not always good for the health of a lawn. This is what the adjuster button on the mower looks like.

You can leave off the mulching bag to leave the grass trimmings on the lawn. The trimmings will act as a natural fertilizer and help in revitalizing the lawn. There are some who don’t like the look of the grass trimmings on a lawn. If you are one of those, you can attach the mulch bag and collect the trimmings. I highly suggest that you add these grass trimmings either to a compost bin or use as mulch in your vegetable and flower beds. Throwing the grass clippings into the trash is a complete waste and not the “green” way. Adding the mulch bag is very easy as you can see in this picture.

The Safety Factor

However, since you should make a carefully thought decision on purchasing a lawn mower, you should be aware of certain limitations of the lawn mower. Of course, a machine (or any machine) has its limitations and this mowing machine is no exception either. The thing is, this lawn mower is corded so you have to be careful about the cord to avoid accidental electrocution or tripping over the cord. Besides, the length of the cord limits corded lawn mowers (as you have already guessed). Generally, corded lawn mowers are limited within a range of 100’ from the receptacle outlet, as beyond this distance the voltage drops may cause a problem. In order to avoid accidental electrocution by tripping on the lawn mower cord, you should use a GFI receptacle on the electrical outlets to which you are hooking your lawn mower. Another thing to note is that, if you have slopes in your lawn, then the corded lawn mower might prove a little difficult if you have slopes in your lawn. However, when you take into consideration the advantages of the lawn mower, these limitations seem like a trifle. The Black & Decker MM875 mower features a hook on the handle which will help ensure that you do not accidentally pull the extension cord away while mowing.

Easy To Use

The Black & Decker MM875 Lawn Hog Electric Mulching Mower is an effective mulching and bagging lawn mower, which is easy to start and maintain. I have already mentioned earlier that this is a zero emissions lawn mower, so you can avoid all poisonous fumes that come free with gasoline lawn mowers. Moreover, other ergonometric advantages like a specially cushioned grip and a really clever handle height accommodation allows you to actually customize the lawn mower according to your usage pattern. The special grip also helps reduce vibrations and will adapt to you. The lawn mower is quite lightweight, weighing only 52 pounds, thus making it even more convenient to find your way through unruly grass. However, the shipping weight of the lawn mower is around 62 pounds.

No Emissions & Zero Maintenance

One great advantage of an electric motor lawnmower is that it does not generate obnoxious fumes like the gasoline lawn mowers, that is, these are zero emissions lawn mowers. Just like any other electricity powered yard tool, you will be making an excellent ‘green’ choice with the MM875 mower. The noise levels from this unit are also substantially lower than its gas powered counterparts.  With no gas or oil to change, there is absolutely no maintenance required for this lawn hog. With rising gas prices, this should be a relief.

What Other Users Of This Mower Are Saying

The ‘Lawn Hog’, as this lawnmower is nicknamed has earned many great reviews from its users. Here is what a few people are saying about this lawn mower:

• “Lawn Hog – Aptly Named”
• “great alternative to gas mowers. lot of plusses”
• “Great mower and no mess!”
• “I’M IN LOVE!!!, “
• “quiet, cuts great, what more could you ask for?”

For more great reviews from real life people, check out these reviews on Amazon. Most users are overall satisfied with the lawn hog, and some users have even pointed out helpful tips for more efficient operation of the lawn mower. One helpful tip that I really liked and tried is to purchase plastic/steel spikes and place them along the cord path, so that you can avoid overlapping the cord.

Conclusion

I highly recommend the Black & Decker MM875 Lawn hog electric mower. It has consistently been the hottest selling electric mower on Amazon and many other retailers. It is a well built machine and will last you for years. Also, remember that when you buy from Amazon, you will also receive free shipping and will not be paying any taxes either. That is a very good deal, IMHO.

We recently launched a new website, eSnowBlowerReviews.com where we are writing reviews of the best Snow Blowers and Snow Throwers. Winter has arrived and many of us living in places where snow is a constant during the winter months, keeping our driveways and walkways free of snow is quite a task. With this in mind, we have decided to research and provide reviews of some of the best selling Snow Blowers and Snow Throwers in the market. Currently we have written reviews for the following Snow Throwers and there are more to come:

Toro 38381 Power Curve electric snow thrower review

Toro 38361 Power Shovel electric snow thrower review

Snow Joe Ultra 622U1 electric snow thrower review

Buying a Snow blower or a Snow thrower is no easy task with the number of products available out there. Over the years, snow removal machines have become quite sophisticated in the features they offer and the way they work. If you are in the market for a snowblower or a snowthrower, please make sure to stop by eSnowBlowerReviews.com to educate yourself about the best machines in the market.

Garden or Backyard leaf blowers are driven generally both by gas or electric. With this blog post, we will hopefully be able to guide you in making an informed decision about a leaf blower that will work for your needs based on the size of yard and your portability needs.

Gas Leaf Blowers

Gas leaf blowers are more effective (and noisier) than electric ones, and are not restricted by the reach of an electrical wire. Gas leaf blowers typically have either a Two-Cycle engine or a Four-Cycle engine. Two-cycle engines need a premix of gas and oil whereas Four-cycle engines do not need gas and oil to be mixed. Gas leaf blowers are an excellent choice when you need more mobility and need to reach places far away from an electrical outlet. Gas blowers are more powerful than their electrical counterparts, but they are also more bulky and heavier than electric units.

Kinds Of Gas Leaf Blowers

Handheld Gas Leaf Blowers

These gas blowers are perfect for small to medium yards. As they are hand held machines, you might begin to feel the blower getting a little heavy after using it for an extended period of time. This is the major drawback of hand held gas leaf blowers and i would not recommend it for anybody dealing with hand, elbow, shoulder or back problems. Larger hand held gas blowers may also vibrate a bit at top speed, so make sure you check the weight of a unit before you buy. You are the best judge of your physical capabilities.

The things to look for in a gas leaf blower is air flow velocity and airflow volume. Look for air velocity of at least 150 mph with noise levels less than 70 decibels. Some cities may have restrictions on noise levels, so check with your city and make sure that a unit’s noise level is within acceptable limits.

Backpack Gas Leaf Blowers

Backpack gas leaf blowers are best suited for driveways and larger sized yards. These blowers come with a backpack and more convenient than hand held units. Backpack gas leaf blowers like the Troy-Bilt TB4BP come equipped with a unique full-tensioned suspension that evenly distributes the weight of the blower on your body.

Walk Behind Gas Leaf Blowers

Walk behind gas leaf blowers are best suited for large yards or a really big sized area that needs to be cleaned up. As the size of the job is big, you should look to buy a walk behind gas leaf blower that has a four-cycle motor. This will provide more power with less smoke emissions. Getting a three wheeled gas blower will make it even easier to haul and to steer. Walk behind leaf blowers clean up the most acreage in a short amount of time in comparison to the hand-held and backpack gas blowers. The best walk behind gas leaf blower is the Troy-Bilt  TB672 Jet Sweep Power Sweeper and is highly recommended. These gas powered units fall more in the realm of commercial machines and are typically used by contractors and maintenance guys. But many homeowners also prefer these as the time to cleanup is greatly reduced. These are also more expensive than the hand held models and backpack blowers because of the stronger engines and excellent air flow velocity.

Electric Leaf Blowers

Electric Leaf Blowers are  usually a little less powerful than gas powered ones, but are way lighter in comparison. They are also easier to operate as they have very less vibration and are definitely a lot more quieter. The best of all advantages is the fact that there is ZERO  smoke emissions as it is powered by electricity and is hence a lot more cleaner. Electrical wires though restrict your mobility and cannot be taken too far away from an electrical outlet. It will be useful to get a wire retention system from stopping the wire to become accidentally unplugged. Always buy an extension cord that can be used outdoors and one that will match the power rating and power needs of the electric leaf blower. The extension cord should also be of the correct gauge as a non-suitable wire can cause the electric blower to not perform correctly.

Kinds Of Electric Leaf Blowers

Hand-held Electric Leaf Blowers

Hand-held electricity powered leaf blowers are best suited for compact gardens, small patios and easy walkways. These have enough power that will work for most homeowners. Hand-held blowers like the WORX Trivac WG500 are equipped  with an innovative angular tube design that makes it easy to use it difficult to get areas and under patio furniture.

Combo leaf blower vacuum mulcher

Combination leaf blower vacuum mulcher are 3-in-1 units that will replace three individual units in your garage. These are great for medium sized gardens as they pack enough power to get the job done. Toro 51599 reviews and WORX trivac reviews are great and we highly recommend these two units. They cost less than $100 and will last you for a long time. Both these units have variable speed controls that lets you adjust the air flow velocity and their built-in mulchers have an excellent mulching ration.

Cordless leaf blowers

Cordless leaf blowers are battery operated, rechargeable leaf blowers and are a great option for little areas. These do a good job on strong surfaces like concrete driveways and garage floors. The biggest drawback is that their run time is restricted by the capacity of their batteries. The batteries on these machines usually last for a good amount of time, but you can easily overcome this drawback by having another spare battery pack. Even though they are actually powered by electricity (to charge the batteries), there is no carrying around of wires or looking for an electrical outlet. We highly recommend the Black & Decker NS118. This is the best selling Cordless leaf blower on Amazon.com.

The Troy-Bilt TB4BP gas powered leaf blower is an excellent 4 cycle 32cc machine. Its ergonomic design and suspension system makes it very comfortable to operate. This unit has consistently been a best seller in its segment and works almost at par compared to some of the commercial back pack leaf blowers that sell for $500 and more. The Troy-Bilt TB4BP really packs a punch and you will see that it will easily blow even wet leaves. Troy-Bilt is known for its top quality yard tools and it has definitely delivered a top notch designed leaf blower in the form of the TB4BP. Lets take a detailed look at what the TB4BP has to offer in terms of performance, efficiency and ease of use.

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Troy-Bilt TB4BP Gas Leaf Blower Specifications

Engine/Motor – 32cc, 4-cycle full-crank
Choke System – 1-2-3 choke
Ignition Type – Electronic
Ignition Switch – Rocker Switch
Speed Settings – Variable
Airflow Velocity – 160 MPH
Airflow Volume – 525 CFM
Fuel Type – Unleaded
Fuel Tank Capacity – 20 Ounces
Warranty – 2-year limited

Powerful Engine

The Troy-Bilt TB4BP gas leaf blower features a four cycle air cooled Briggs and Stratton engine and can generate up to 160 MPH of powerful airflow velocity. This powerful airflow can easily clear driveways and yards without a hassle. Like I said before, cleaning wet leaves is not an issue either.

Very Comfortable Design

The TB4BP backpack gas leaf blower features a multi-material and fully-tensioned suspension design that will help carrying it on your back. This unique suspension design helps in evenly distributing the weight of the unit across the shoulders. It also fits the shape of the operator’s hips, thereby reducing stress points. The padded hip also reduces the pressure on the hips. The Troy-Bilt TB4BP’s ergonomic and compact design helps for long operating times especially when blowing leaves on a huge yard or in a park.

Ease of Use

The Troy-Bilt TB4BP requires minimal assembly out of the box and you will be ready to use it in no less than 10 minutes. This unit has a large 20 Oz fuel tank that lets you go longer between fill-ups. A starter pack of engine oil comes with the box and you do not have to mix the oil and gas like in some other units.

The TB4BP is light-weight and therefore easy to carry around on your back. It has an easy pull start and will usually start in just one try. It can be easily adjusted to one’s physical comfort and will greatly reduce operator fatigue. Some backpack blowers can get hot when used with high speed velocity settings, but not the Troy-Bilt TB4BP. You will not find this unit getting hot on your back. The no pre-mixing of oil and gas for this unit means one less thing to take care of.

Conclusion

The Troy-Bilt TB4BP is a perfect buy for folks that love the power of gas powered engines. Being gas powered, you are not restricted in movement by a cord or a battery going out of charge. The TB4BP is available at a great price and is very comparable in performance to many commercial gas leaf blowers. This gas leaf blower is also quiet in comparison to other gas leaf blowers.

The Troy-Bilt TB4BP provides great value for the money spent on it. You will never want to do anything with two cycle gas blowers after using this one.

The WORX Trivac WG500 is a very popular blower mulcher vacuum all in one unit – thanks to the regular advertisements on TV. This unit has been a bestseller for quite some time now.  Users of this machine swear by its efficiency and are marveled by its ease of use. I was able to use and test it multiple times when I helped a buddy of mine who had recently broken his arm.  I was amazed at how easy it was to vacuum under hard to reach places with the angle of the tube.  I have been disappointed many times before by products that are advertised on TV.  I have been carried away by the claims made by many such products and there beautiful models only to be disappointed later when I got my hand on those products. But with the WORX Trivac WG500, I have to tell you that it really works well and is worth every dime that you spend on it. Many also commonly refer to this unit as the “WORKS Trivac Leaf Blower Vac” or the “WORKS Blower Vacuum”

Let us take a look at what this unit has to offer.

WORX Trivac WG500 blower vac mulcher specifications

Motor amps – 12 amps
Blow speed – 210 miles per hour
Vacuum capacity – 350 CFM
Leave shredding reduction – 10:1
Mulch collection bag capacity – 1.5 Bushels
Unit weight – 8.4 Lbs
Warranty – two year full warranty

Powerful yet efficient motor

It features a powerful 12 amp motor that can deliver up to 210 MPH of airspeed when used in the blower mode. The WORX Trivac leaf blower has a variable blow speed control, just like the Toro 51599, that will allow you to choose the blow speed to a lower speed setting for sensitive surfaces.  This powerful motor also packs a punch when it comes to its “sucking” efficiency. It has a great vacuum capacity of 350 CFM. To give you an idea of how powerful it was in its vacuum mode – I was able to suck in about 12 gallons of dry leaves, after blowing them to a side, in less than a minute.

Great mulcher

The integrated mulcher on this machine can convert 10 bags of leaves into one bag of mulch. This means you would have enough bag capacity for larger jobs and there will be no need to go empty the bag often. Its mulching ratio of 10:1 is much better than many of its counterparts in the market.  I also noticed that the mulch was even and was perfect for my buddy’s flower beds.

The only issue that I have with this unit is that it’s impeller is made of plastic and not metal. Chances of the plastic impeller breaking are more than that for a metal one.

Innovative angular tube design

First look at this blower vac and you will know right away that you’ll be able to clean hard to get places without much trouble – like under your deck.  The angular tube design on the WORX Trivac is both unique and innovative. Most blowers usually only have a straight tube and you would have to work hard to get to troublesome spots.

Mulch bag capacity

The collector bag for the mulch on the “WORKS Trivac” is a pretty decent size. The bag can hold up to 10 gallons of mulch.  This large capacity is equivalent to 100 gallons of dry leaves.  You will not have to frequently empty the bag for large sized yard cleanups.  The bag is also made from a special nylon fabric which aids easy airflow into the bag.

Low noise level

This unit operates at a very low noise level compared to its gas powered counterparts. According to manufacturer’s website  the WORX Trivac WG 500’s noise level was measured at less than 70 decibels. To give you an idea of how loud 70 decibels is – an electric shaver and an alarm clocks’ noise is about 80 decibels.  Electric leaf blowers are typically less noisy than gas powered ones.

Easy to use

It is a very light weight unit.  It only weighs 8.3 pounds! I have severe back problems and I felt just fine even after using the Trivac for about 2 hours nonstop.  The other thing I noticed is that the wrap around handle grip is nice and soft. Your fingers and palm will love it.

Changing the WORX Trivac from the blower mode to the vacuum mode and viceversa is as simple as flipping a switch – very quick and easy. If the impeller is ever clogged with debris or dirt, a simple push of a button will open the impeller housing.  You can clean it up and put it back in no time.

Conclusion

My initial apprehensions of the WORX Trivac WG500 leaf blower vac were overcome when i was able to test it, use it and see  the results for myself. It opened my eyes to the fact that not all products advertised on TV are bad and overly hyped. The unit lived up to its word and it is definitely a work horse. I used this light-weight heavy duty machine for about 2 hours and my shoulders and back hardly felt any strain. Changing from blower mode to vac mode was a breeze and a big advantage over gas powered leaf blowers that need removing and adding tubes for different modes. Adding the fact that the WORX trivac leaf blower vacuum was not noisy and loud, i think this is one of the better products available in the market today. I am already thinking about buying this for my dad’s next birthday. I am sure he will love it!

A friend of mine bought the Toro 51599 leaf blower vacuum after being severely frustrated with his gas powered blower vac. That gas blower vacuum did not come cheap and hence the frustration when it was not doing its job well and breaking down often. His main complaints were that his gas blower was getting overheated very soon and melting some of the plastic grill on the blower. Secondly, it was loud and smoked very badly. He has had the Toro 51599 for almost a year now and is very happy with it. He tells me its the best blower Vacuum ever made!!

The Toro 51599 Ultra 3-in-1 blower vacuum has consistently been ranked as top seller in its market. It has some very great features for an electric leaf blower vacuum that is priced at under $100 (Click above image to get current price). Let us look at what the Toro 51599 blower vacuum has to offer.

Toro 51599 Electric Blower Vacuum Specifications

Motor Amps – 12 Amps
Maximum Velocity – Nozzle – Up to 235 mph
Blow Mode Air Volume – 255 CFM
Vacuum Mode Air Volume – 390 CFM
Leaf Shredding Reduction – 16:1
Tool Weight – 7.5 Pounds
UL Listed – Standard
Vacuum Capability – Standard
Manufacturer Warranty – 2 Full Years

A 3-in-1 Blower Vacuum Mulcher

You get a leaf blower, vacuum and mulcher packed into one tool in the Toro 51599. Your garage will look a lot less cluttered as you would have replaced 3 tools with just one. A quick release latch on the Toro 51599 blower vac makes it very easy to convert the tool from a blower to a vacuum. The following image shows the quick release latch and you can see how easy it is to convert from one function to another without needing any tools to do this.

Variable Speed 12 Amp Motor

The Toro 51599 leaf blower features a powerful 12 amp motor with variable speed control. What this means is that you will be able to easily change motor speed depending on the job at hand. The speed can be changed anywhere from 112 MPH to 235 MPH. You may want to have a low speed setting when blowing debris of your deck and other sensitive material surfaces. Your concrete driveway may need a higher motor speed than your lawn and this is where this feature is extremely useful. Many Blower Vacuums will only offer a two speed setting which may be either too strong for sensitive surfaces or too weak for hard surfaces. The following image shows the knob on the top with which you can change your speed settings.

Excellent Mulching Ratio

The mulching ratio of the Toro 51599 is 16:1 which means that it can convert 16 bags of leaves and debris into one bag of mulch. This a very good ratio number given that most blower vacs will offer only a 8:1. The mulch will be finer and better for your garden. Also, because of this high mulching ratio, you can vacuum and mulch twice the area than a 8:1 blower vacuum can before emptying the mulch bag.

Metal Impeller

The mulching and leaf shredding is done by a metal impeller, whose serrated blades are coated with Magnesium. Many blower vacs in the market feature a plastic impeller that can easily break, but not this metal impeller on the Toro 51599. For me, the metal impleller is the biggest selling point of this blower vac. This metal impeller will even withstand small rocks that are sucked in with the leaves and twigs. The following image shows what the metal impeller on this tool looks like.

Powered By Electricity

Electric blower vacuums are so much better than their gas powered counterparts when it comes to ranking them for ease of use and maintenance. They start up instantly and are a lot quieter. Its true that your mobility is compromised due to a electric cord, but you will overcome this shortcoming very soon after you start using it and see how easy it is to use. You don’t have to pull on a pull cord anymore to start up your blower. Electric powered blower vacs are also very eco-friendly in comparison to gas powered ones. No more noxious fumes when you are clearing those leaves on your yard. A drawback with electric powered units is that you will need to buy a bigger extension cord to be able to use this unit at places that are farther away from an electric outlet.

Ease of Use

This high powered blower weighs only 7.5 Lbs and is easy on your back when you have to operate for a long period of time. This tool also has a special ergonomical design, looks sleek and will make your neighbors take notice.

Conclusion

The Toro 51599 Ultra 3-in-1 leaf blower Vacuum is a very well built quality unit that will last you a long time. It is the best blower vac in the market for under $100. The Toro 51599 has been consistently ranked as a top seller on Amazon.com and consumer reports has also given it great reviews. This blower vac may also qualify for free shipping from Amazon.com. You cannot go wrong with the Toro 51599 3-in-1 electric blower vacuum and it will be your perfect companion in yard clean ups for years to come. Cleaning up leaves will not be a chore anymore, it will be more fun than ever!

Brandon Smoth says – “This is an awesome machine. I also use it to blow away snow on my driveway…I was able to easily blow away about 4 inches of snow in no time.” Read full comment below.