Stihl BGA 57 VS BGA 60 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BGA 57 and the Stihl BGA 60.

But before checking out these explanations, here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 leaf blowers:

Stihl BGA 57	Stihl BGA 60

Higher autonomy Far less expensive	Higher CFM Higher MPH Lighter Less noisy
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Common specs comparison

Make & handling

As the BGA 57 and the BGA 60 are both Stihl blowers, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.
Being handheld blowers, these two products ensure exceptional mobility while in use.
These models are cordless blowers, harnessing the convenience and affordability of rechargeable batteries as their power source, promoting sustainability and ease of use.

CFM & MPH

Comparatively, the Stihl BGA 60 boasts a CFM of 459, surpassing the 365 CFM of the Stihl BGA 57, positioning it as the more effective choice for clearing leaves in a shorter amount of time.
The MPH of the Stihl BGA 60, at 154, modestly exceeds the 123 MPH of the Stihl BGA 57, allowing it to blow leaves on grass or lift heavy debris (acorns, etc.) and wet leaves more effectively.

Weight & Noise rating

In order to compare the weight of these 2 units, we first need to keep in mind that the Stihl BGA 60 comes with a battery, while the Stihl BGA 57 is a bare tool. Thus, for the comparison to make sense, we must consider the bare tool weight of the BGA 60. Excluding the batteries, the weight of the Stihl BGA 57, which is 5.1 lbs, slightly exceeds the 5 lbs of the Stihl BGA 60. That said, even when factoring the battery in, the latter remains the lightest unit (5 lbs).
At 64 dB, the noise rating of the Stihl BGA 57 surpasses that of the Stihl BGA 60, which stands at 56 dB. Therefore, choosing the Stihl BGA 60 could offer a quieter environment for both you and your neighbors.

Other features comparison

Vacuum ability

Both the Stihl BGA 57 and the Stihl BGA 60 lack leaf vacuuming features, meaning you'll need to employ another method for leaf collection.

Autonomy

The Stihl BGA 57's impressive autonomy of 25 mins significantly surpasses the 16 mins of the Stihl BGA 60. This not only means you'll spend less time recharging but also enjoy longer uninterrupted sessions of yard work, enhancing your productivity and efficiency.