EGO Power+ 56V 880 CFM Handheld Blower Review

EGO Reaches New Heights with Its Most Powerful Handheld Blower

Each year, we’re seeing outdoor power equipment brands surpass new benchmarks in the cordless equipment world. One of the most noticeable trends is with battery-powered blowers. EGO has been one of the brands at the forefront of this race, and the newest contender in the 56V Power+ lineup is the 880 CFM blower. I’ve had a chance to review this model in depth to see how it stacks up against EGO’s other high-performance handheld blowers.

Pros

• Excellent blowing force
• Hit the 30 N mark
• Well-balanced design
• Lightweight
• Produces up to 880 CFM

Cons

• Shorter runtime

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EGO 56V 880 CFM Blower Performance

• Max air volume: 880 CFM
• Max air speed: 200 MPH
• Blowing Force: 19.8 N (Turbo), 18.5 N (high)
• Stated Runtime: up to 90 mins (with two 4.0Ah batteries)

Blowing Force

The EGO LB8800 blower sports a brushless motor that drives air volume levels of up to 880 CFM. This is the most powerful handheld model we’ve seen from the brand. In fact, its top specs are just shy of the current CFM leader, Toro’s 60V 900 CFM blower.

It features three power modes, letting you adjust your airflow from 270 CFM to 700 CFM, or engage turbo mode to reach the top 880 CFM level. In turbo mode, this blower also produces airspeeds of up to 200 MPH for moving heavy debris like rocks, wet leaves, and mud.

These numbers are all well and good, but we like to rely on the Newton Force numbers to define true blowing force. EGO claims up to 30 N of blowing force from this blower, and that’s a bold claim for a handheld model, especially since even Pro gas-powered models peak around 15 N.

During our testing, the LB8800 produced 19.8 N on turbo using a 4.0Ah battery, which is great, but still far below what EGO claims. Deciding to dig in a little further, I paired this blower with some larger batteries to see how that affected our numbers. Here’s what I found out:

As you can see, battery selection is pivotal when discussing power levels. Using EGO’s largest 56V battery, we almost hit their stated 30 N benchmark. Yes, we were still 0.6 N off, we’re still dealing with warm, humid environmental conditions which affects our results vs lab ones.

What’s most important is knowing what to expect based on the battery you’re using. If you don’t want the weight of a high-capacity battery, you won’t be able to tap into the blower’s best performance. For example, you’ll only have access to the first two speeds if you use anything smaller than a 4.0Ah battery, further limiting the overall blowing force.

Runtime

For runtimes, EGO estimates up to 90 minutes on the lowest speed setting using the two kitted 4.0Ah batteries; this equates to about 45 minutes per battery on low. In high, you’ll get around 12 minutes of trigger time, and if you kick it into turbo mode for the entire session, you’ll get about 8 minutes.

During our testing, this blower ran for 12 minutes and 35 seconds on high with a 4.0Ah battery, further crediting EGO’s claims. Keep in mind that the turbo mode is truly intended for short bursts rather than prolonged use, so the 8-minute estimate isn’t a major concern for us.

EGO 56V 880 CFM Blower Design

• Model: EGO LB8800
• Power Source: EGO 56V battery
• Weight: 4.9 lbs (bare) 9.7 lbs (with 4.0Ah battery)
• Tool Length: 35 in. (w/o nozzles)
• Ingress Rating: IPX4

Size and Weight

The LB8800 is EGO’s first blower with a carbon fiber body. We’ve seen several EGO string trimmers with carbon fiber shafts, but it’s not a material we’ve seen expand into other parts of the lineup until recently. This design helps keep the blower lightweight yet durable, weighing just 4.9 pounds as a bare tool.

This is also the first handheld blower from EGO that has a digital display, similar to their 56V Farm and Ranch chainsaw, letting you keep an eye on your battery levels, power mode, and more.

Finally, this blower includes a tapered nozzle to concentrate your airflow and a fan nozzle to quickly remove debris from larger areas.

EGO High-Performance Handheld Blower Comparison

Here’s a quick look at EGO’s high-performance blower lineup. Keep in mind that as each one of these launched, it broke new ground in battery-powered blowing force. So, it’s a helpful comparison and recent history lesson.

EGO 56V 880 CFM Blower Price

This blower retails for $299 as a bare tool, or $439 as a kit, including two 4.0Ah 56V batteries and a charger. EGO backs your purchase with a 5-year warranty on the blower and a 3-year warranty on the batteries.

The Bottom Line

The EGO LB8800 blower represents an impressive step forward for their 56V OPE lineup. Hitting the 880 CFM mark is an impressive feat by itself, but managing to reach 30 Newtons propels this handheld blower to the next level for battery-powered technology. On top of that, the overall design is familiar, approachable, and notably lightweight.

Looking at the specs alone, this blower is a real heavy hitter, and after our hands-on testing, we now know that EGO is breaking new ground for residential OPE. It delivers top-notch performance and a user-friendly interface that’s sure to impress.

However, you’ll only get the best performance if you use a high-capacity battery. If you’re using it with the 4.0Ah batteries that come in the kit like we did, you’ll top out around 20 Newtons. That leaves you with an important decision. My recommendation is to go with this model if you’re willing to take on the weight of a bigger battery. If you’d prefer to stick with a 4.0Ah or 5.0Ah pack, you’ll get higher blowing force from the LB7650.