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EGO Power+ LB6504 vs Ryobi RY404130 40V Whisper Series

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

EGO Power+ LB6504 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about Homeowners with medium-to-large yards who want one strong handheld and may expand into a 56V cordless tool lineup. — read the strengths below before deciding.

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EGO Power+ LB6504

4.7

$279.99as of Jun 7

The EGO Power+ LB6504 is the all-around pick for homeowners who want gas-rivaling clearing power without the maintenance. It pushes up to 650 CFM and 180 MPH in turbo, and independent force testing measured north of 20 N, putting it among the strongest cordless handhelds in its class. The trade-off is weight and turbo runtime, but for most yards the standard mode and 56V battery ecosystem make it the safe default.

Strengths

— 650 CFM peak airflow in turbo mode clears wet, matted leaves most handhelds leave behind
— Tested blowing force scales from 11.4 N on high to 20.3 N in turbo with the 5.0Ah pack
— Variable-speed trigger plus a turbo button gives fine control for tight beds and open driveways

Watch-outs

— At roughly 10 to 13 pounds with the battery it is heavy for extended handheld use
— Turbo mode burns the 5.0Ah battery in about 16 minutes
— Measures 88 dB(A) at the ear in turbo, louder than the quietest competitors

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Ryobi RY404130 40V Whisper Series

4.6

$188.95as of Jun 7

The Ryobi 40V HP Brushless Whisper Series is the quiet-yard pick that doesn't sacrifice usable power. TechGearLab scored it 79 out of 100 and called it the quietest model they tested, with power production among the best in the group. It pushes up to 600 to 730 CFM depending on tip and rides Ryobi's enormous 40V battery platform, making it an easy choice for noise-sensitive neighborhoods.

Strengths

— Among the quietest blowers tested while still pushing up to 600 CFM and 155 MPH
— Brushless motor delivers strong, measurable force for a homeowner-class handheld
— Lightweight and well-balanced, reducing arm fatigue during long cleanups

Watch-outs

— Battery life is short in turbo mode, so heavy users want a spare pack
— Peak force trails the EGO LB6504 and Greenworks BL80L02
— Single 4.0Ah battery may not finish a large property on one charge

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How they stack up

EGO Power+ LB6504

More raw turbo power than the Ryobi RY404130 Whisper Series and the Ryobi RY40460, and lighter than the DeWalt DCBL777 kit while delivering similar force. The Greenworks BL80L02 matches it on airflow at a lower price, but the EGO's battery ecosystem is broader.

Ryobi RY404130 40V Whisper Series

Quieter than the EGO Power+ LB6504 and the loud Ryobi RY40460, with nearly the airflow of the Greenworks BL80L02. It gives up peak force to the EGO LB6504 and DeWalt DCBL777 but wins on noise and ergonomics for residential use.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	EGO Power+ LB6504	Ryobi RY404130 40V Whisper Series
Voltage	56V	40V
Airflow	650 CFM (turbo)	600 CFM (up to 730 CFM HP variant)
Air Speed	180 MPH	155 MPH
Tested Force	20.3 N (turbo, 5.0Ah)	—
Weight	10.2 lb with battery	~8.5 lb with battery
Runtime	Up to 90 min (low); ~16 min (turbo)	—
Noise	88 dB(A) turbo / 68 dB(A) low	Class-leading low (Whisper Series)
Battery Included	5.0Ah ARC Lithium	4.0Ah
Motor	—	Brushless
Tested Score	—	79/100 (TechGearLab)

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