9 Best Electric Yard Tools | Ditch the Gas Cans

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A 1200W brushless motor that keeps running long after your neighbors’ blowers have gone quiet.

The 1200W brushless motor sets this blower apart with efficient, long-lasting power. Brushless motors generate less heat and run more efficiently than older brushed designs, which is why you get up to 160 minutes of runtime on the lowest speed. Buyers report the battery easily lasts “100+ min on speeds 1-2” for a full morning of work.

It delivers 700 CFM at up to 200 MPH, the highest wind speed in this lineup. That combination lifts dense, wet leaves and can even clear packed snow and dust from a garage floor. The 3 speed modes keep it gentle enough for delicate plants or cranked up for serious debris.

It ships with two 5.2Ah batteries and a fast charger, so runtime anxiety basically disappears. The 3.5 kg weight is heavier than some rivals, but the included dual batteries are the real reason to choose it over the FAOGO if you have a bigger property.

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A one-handed pruning wonder that slips between branches like an extension of your arm.

At just 2.09 kg, this is the lightest saw in the roundup—dramatically easier to lift overhead than the 3.5 kg MTKOALA blower above. Dewalt packs a surprising 2.8 horsepower into the compact frame, which is why owners say it powers through oak saplings and 2-4″ starter logs without bogging down.

The 20V battery platform is the key here. If you already own Dewalt 20V tools, this “tool only” purchase slides right into your existing battery collection, and one 6Ah pack reportedly lasts a full weekend of pruning. The 8-inch bar is purpose-built for reaching into tight spots that a 16-inch saw simply can’t fit.

Owners do note you’ll want to keep good bar oil flowing—a squeeze bottle or syringe makes topping it up cleaner than the stock method. It is not the saw for felling trees; it is the saw for keeping your property tidy one branch at a time.

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A 12-inch bar that balances power and runtime, making storm cleanup feel genuinely doable.

Greenworks engineered this saw for the jobs most homeowners actually face: storm cleanup and pruning. One charge yields 50 cuts through 4×4 treated wood, enough for clearing fallen limbs. The 12″ low-recoil chain keeps the saw easy to control while still chewing through branches up to 10 inches.

The 40V 2.0Ah battery doubles as a power bank, charging a phone or iPad during breaks. The tool-free auto-tensioning system adjusts the chain without wrenches, and owners praise how the improved tensioner stays put during long cutting sessions.

Against the Dewalt 8-inch above, this one cuts deeper wood and includes the battery and charger in the box. The trade-off is a heavier 10.9 lb body and a slower feed rate on thick hardwood compared to gas saws, but it is far easier to handle than any gas alternative for typical yard work.

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A 60V brushless blower that carries real gas-equivalent muscle for big lawns.

This 60V blower matches a 26cc gas engine’s output, pushing 610 CFM and a turbo mode that hits 130 MPH. The turbo button adds 30% more power on demand, ideal for wet leaves and gravel on driveways.

The included 2.5Ah battery delivers up to 50 minutes per charge, covering most suburban lots. The variable-speed trigger and cruise control let you lock in a comfortable setting instead of holding the trigger at full squeeze the whole time. Owners mention clearing a garage and driveway in about two minutes.

This saw shares the Greenworks 60V battery system, so the same pack powers 75+ other tools like mowers and trimmers—you can swap one battery across your whole yard. The real trade-offs are weight and runtime: at 5.3 pounds, it tires your arms during long overhead cuts, and some customers note the battery dies in about 15 minutes of heavy use, so buying a spare pack is a wise move.

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Two essential tools in one box, with a trimmer that holds its own against gas models.

This combo gives you the two most-used tools on any property: a string trimmer with a 13-inch cutting width and a leaf blower, both running on the same 20V battery. Reviewers point out the trimmer “rivals gas” for power while staying light and balanced, and the blower matches a gas blower’s output for driveway cleanup.

The convenience of one battery platform across two tools is the real appeal. A single 6Ah battery reportedly runs both tools through a typical yard session, though the blower is the hungrier of the pair. The combo ships with one battery, so plan for an extra pack if your lawn is on the larger side.

Set against the Greenworks 60V blower above, this kit trades single-tool power for two-tool versatility. It is the smarter buy if your tool bag is empty and you want to knock out edging and blowing in one go, rather than buying each tool separately.

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The most powerful residential cordless blower we track, with twin batteries that let you blow for 90 minutes.

This is the blower that makes leaf cleanup feel like a power tool should. It pushes up to 880 CFM of air at 200 MPH—enough to move wet leaves, caked-on grass, and even small rocks. Owners say it “blows an entire driveway clear” and handles jobs that would stall lesser machines.

The package includes two 4.0Ah batteries, giving you up to 90 minutes of runtime on a single charge rotation. A digital display shows battery charge and lets you watch performance in real time, and the variable-speed cruise control dials airflow from 270 to 700 CFM for precise work. The turbine fan design delivers this power while staying quieter than gas blowers.

Compared to the Greenworks 60V at 610 CFM, this EGO simply outguns it on airflow—880 vs 610. The trade-offs are a weighty feel with the battery attached and a fast charger that whines while it works, plus you’ll want hearing protection at full blast. It also runs hot through batteries in Turbo mode, so a spare pack helps for marathon sessions.

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A 40cc gas-equivalent saw that cuts faster than gas—minus the pull cord, fumes, and ear-splitting roar.

EGO built this chainsaw around a high-efficiency brushless motor that delivers power equal to a 40cc gas engine, with chain speeds up to 20 m/s. Owners consistently report it “cuts faster than my Poulan 2055″ and handles 16-inch limbs with ease. The 16” bar is a genuine all-rounder for firewood and storm cleanup.

The tool-free chain tensioning lets you adjust the chain with a simple dial twist, no wrenches needed.

It carries an IPX4 rating for weather resistance, so light rain won’t stop the job, and the low-profile dial lets you cut flush to the ground. The honest caveats are weight—20.9 lbs feels heavy at arm’s length—and occasional oil seepage between uses. It is the pick for anyone who wants gas-level cutting without the gas hassle.

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An 18-inch bar with a Boost Mode that adds 25 percent more power when the wood gets tough.

Husqvarna brings its pro-grade reputation to battery power with the Power Axe 350i, the longest bar in this lineup at 18 inches. The brushless motor delivers 1.9 hp, and a dedicated Boost Mode button adds 25 percent more power on demand—owners say it cuts through 14″ hemlock “like butter” and handles 2-foot Douglas fir.

The X-Cut chain is designed to hold its sharpness longer than standard chains, and the tool-less tensioning system makes slack adjustments a 10-second job. At 7.7 lbs, it’s remarkably light for an 18-inch saw, which owners love for extended sessions—one left-handed user worked 5-6 hours without issues.

The kit includes a 40V 7.5Ah battery and charger, and that battery works across all Husqvarna 40V handheld tools. Shoppers say 30-45 minutes of runtime per charge, which is solid for the power on tap. The one recurring note is battery cost—spares are pricey and sometimes hard to find—and a plastic tensioner housing that demands careful handling when the chain pinches.