Summary:
I really like this blower as a homeowner. I help my family as we all have backpacks and it makes clearing leaves a cinch. I would step up higher next time, because it is nice to have the power. It is better to have it and not need it, than not have it and need it. Echo blowers are the cats pj's!

Strengths:
Not as expensive as the upper level models, but certainly gets the job done with leaves on my .25 acre. Automotive filter is huge and seldom needs replacement. When started, it runs and runs. I like the hip mounted controls and the roll cage protects the engine from drops, roll overs, etc. In all I

Weaknesses:
It is a bear to start. My brother has the PB-620 and his starts like a dream. That is the same engine, but different filter.