Black+Decker LSW221 VS LSW20 - Spec & Feature Comparison

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Black+Decker LSW221 and the Black+Decker LSW20.

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

Black+Decker LSW221	Black+Decker LSW20

Higher MPH Less noisy Higher autonomy	Higher CFM
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Common specs comparison

Make & handling

As the LSW221 and the LSW20 are both Black+Decker blowers, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.
These two products are handheld blowers and therefore provide you with superior mobility.
Both products are battery-powered blowers - they use a cheap and convenient power source, which you can easily recharge.

CFM & MPH

In comparison, the Black+Decker LSW20, with a CFM of 120, beats the 100 CFM of the Black+Decker LSW221, making it the superior landscaping tool of the two, when it comes to the amount of leaves that can be blown per minute.
The Black+Decker LSW221 with an MPH of 130 slightly exceeds the 120 MPH of the Black+Decker LSW20. Thus, in comparison, the former expels air at a slightly higher speed, and should do a better job at blowing leaves on grass or lifting wet leaves and debris (acorns, etc.).

Weight & Noise rating

Both devices weigh 3.7 lbs including their respective batteries. Thus, they will be similarly tough for you to operate.
The Black+Decker LSW20's noise rating of 66 dB exceeds the 61 dB of the Black+Decker LSW221. Therefore, the Black+Decker LSW221 will be easier on your (and your neighbor's) ears.

Other features comparison

Vacuum ability

Neither the Black+Decker LSW221 nor the Black+Decker LSW20 has the ability to vacuum leaves. Thus, you will require another method of leaf collection.

Autonomy

The Black+Decker LSW221's autonomy of 20 mins, outperforms the 15 mins of the Black+Decker LSW20. Thus, it will require less frequent recharging from you.