The Ultimate Lawn Vacuum Buying Guide

Discover which type of lawn vacuum is right for you.

Do you hate the mess of grass clippings left behind from mowing the lawn during the summer? Do you spend hours raking and bagging up fallen leaves in autumn? Do you wish that it would all just blow away?

Maybe it’s time for a lawn vacuum. Before purchasing one, learn about the different types to choose from with Blain’s Farm & Fleet.

Handheld Lawn Vacuums

Some handheld leaf blowers have a two-in-one feature that allows you to use them as a leaf blower or a leaf vacuum. They can only pick up lighter debris, such as grass and weed clippings.

You can choose between a corded electric version or a cordless leaf blower that’s gas-powered.

Overall, handheld blower vacuums are a good, affordable option.

Walk-Behind Lawn Vacuums

Like handheld lawn vacuums, walk-behind vacuums are also typically only meant to pick up grass and other lightweight materials.

Walk-behind vacuums also have larger collection bags to store all the debris. You can easily bag up those browning lawn clippings with a walk-behind lawn vacuum.

And you can even use those grass clippings as part of your compost pile for your garden.

People who prefer pushing their vacuum to carrying it, as well as those with larger yards to pick up, will like this option.

Chipper & Shredder Lawn Vacuums

Chipper and shredder lawn vacuums can sweep up grass clippings, larger twigs, and branches. The machine then mulches up and bags everything.

Most chippers and shredders are gasoline-powered because they need to be more powerful to handle larger branches.

Chipper vacuums are bigger and wider. Consider where you’ll be able to store it during the off season.

If you are considering a chipper or a shredder vacuum, look for one that includes a feeder cone. This will allow you to shred larger branches that are too big to pass over.

Tow-Behind Lawn Vacuums

If you have a large yard, using a walk-behind vacuum is going to take a lot more of your time and energy.

With a tow-behind, you can simply attach it to your riding lawn mower or garden tractor, making for easier work.

They are also able to pick up more debris than the other options.

Other Lawn Vacuum Features

Self-Propelled

If you’re considering a walk-behind lawn vacuum, look for one that is self-propelled. Just like the walk-behind lawn mower, the engine powers the vacuum as well as the front wheels. This makes lawn care even less strenuous.

It’s perfect if you have a large yard or hilly terrain.

Detachable Hoses

There are some places that your lawn vacuum just won’t be able to reach. A detachable hose makes for an easier cleanup by getting under trees and bushes that a regular lawn vacuum can’t reach.

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