Grab This Expert-Approved Leaf Vacuum Before the Piles Get Too Big (2024)

This isn't just a powerful leaf vacuum with a 250 mph airflow and a 400 cfm delivery power; it's also a leaf blower and mulcher. So if you have a big lawn with leaves strewn about, you may want to invest in this compact find that's shockingly affordable. One reviewer even said, "I cleaned up my whole yard and made 9 giant leaf bags full of finely mulched leaves, and I probably fit double the leaves in each bag. I also didn't have to touch any yucky, dirty leaves." The best part is that it has a little backpack that houses all the leaves, so you don't have to lug around a giant bag with your free hand.

"This corded electric leaf vacuum offers powerful suction and mulching functions," Adnan says. "With its high-capacity collection bag and adjustable speed settings, it is suitable for medium-sized lawns."

Power Source: Electric (corded)

Air Flow: 250 mph

Weight: 11 pounds

This all-in-one tool comes with two batteries, but you only need one. In fact, while one charges, you can use the other for a full 40 minutes before you need to switch. It's also silent so you won't get a headache from any noise or bother your neighbors. "This small blower is simply fantastic and a must to have when you have a home," one user suggested. "I do not even use my broom outside because with the blower you can use the power you want to clean."

Power Source: Battery

Air Flow: 170 mph

Weight: 3.9 pounds

This may be one of the pricier options on our list, but hear us out: You don't have to hold it, plug it in, or charge it for it to work. In fact, if you've ever gone over your lawn with a mower, this will feel very familiar. Here's the best part, though: Unlike plenty of the vacuums on our list, which are mostly stick vacuums, this one has a 24-inch nozzle, so it can grab anything that gets near it, even larger debris like acorns and rocks. And for tough-to-reach spots where you want to use a stick vacuum, rest assured that this one comes with a three-foot-long tube that lets you squeeze into tight spots.

Power Source: Gas-powered engine

Air Flow: 250 mph

Weight: Not listed

This cordless leaf vacuum runs on a 5.0 AH (which stands for amp-hours) battery, which means this thing can employ five amps of current for one hour. That's a lot of power, so if you have a large outdoor space, this will save you a lot of time. It also comes with a metal impeller, a heavy-duty leaf collection bag, and adjustable wheels.

Power Source: Battery

Air Flow: 75 mph

Weight: N/A

This WORX find is another 3-in-1 vacuum that's easy to use. All you have to do is flip the switch, and it will start to blow, vacuum, or mulch, depending on what you want. There's no need to change out the tube. It also weighs less than 10 pounds, so even not-so-strong arms can easily move this thing around your lawn. Adnan adds, "If you prefer a compact and versatile option, this handheld leaf vacuum from WORX is a great choice. It combines a leaf blower, vacuum, and mulcher in one device, making it suitable for small yards or areas with tight spaces."

Power Source: Electric (corded)

Air Flow: 210 mph

Weight: 9.5 pounds

Though this highly powerful vacuum comes with or without a battery, we highly recommend springing for it. That way, you'll make sure you're getting the right one and you'll get a better deal than if you were to buy one separately. Battery aside, this is a great find because it's pretty customizable depending on where you're using it. For instance, if you're picking up the leaves on a big yard, turn the speed dial up. If you're using it on a small terrace, wind it down a bit. "Where has this thing been all my life!! For years my husband and I have been breaking our backs picking up leaves in our yard," a reviewer notes. "We always had to rake tiny piles and then pick each pile up one at a time which would take hours but now we do not need to suffer any longer! This thing is truly amazing. It is easy to use and not too heavy."

Power Source: Battery

Air Flow: N/A

Weight: 12.85 pounds

This handheld leaf blower and vacuum is Amazon's Choice for a reason: It's that good. One happy customer says, "I use it every time I mow, trim hedges, etc. I also got the gutter blower attachment so I can keep my gutters clean in the fall. I also use the vacuum frequently but for light work like sucking up hedge clippings or leaves in the garden beds." It's also easy to start and stop courtesy of the power switch, which automatically resets to the "on" position for easier starting.

Power Source: Gas

Air Flow: 170 mph

Weight: 9.6 pounds

With a vacuum airflow capacity of 530 cubic feet per minute, this is a good option for anyone with a sizable yard that gets blanketed in leaves when September rolls around. Such a massive airflow basically means that it can do a lot of work in a very short amount of time, so if you're eager to get back to your day after checking off items on your list of chores, this will help save time.

Power Source: Electric (corded)

Air Flow: 250 mph

Weight: 8.8 pounds

For those who think a collection tube will be too small, this leaf vacuum with a collection system ought to work for you. There's also no need to swap out attachments depending on how you want to use this multifunctional find. All you have to do is switch the button. One customer noted, "I use it mostly in vac mode, and it has outperformed any other blower/vacs I've used (and I've used a few over the years). Minimal clogging and the metal impeller with the added cutting blade makes for very finely mulched leaves. Very easy to switch from vac to blower (no tools required)."

Power Source: Electric

Air Flow: 70 mph

Weight: 9 pounds