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Echo PB-770T vs Stihl BR 700 - The Differences

Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Stihl BR 700 and the Echo PB-770T.

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

Stihl BR 700	Echo PB-770T

Higher CFM 4-Mix engine	Higher MPH Less noisy Bigger fuel tank Less expensive
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Feel, Fuel & Noise

As the Echo PB-770T and the Stihl BR 700 do not share the same manufacturer, their overall build and technology in use can vary.

Engineered as backpack blowers, these two products feature sizeable engines and large fuel tanks, ensuring comfortable carrying during operation. You'll find the throttle positioned on the tube of both products, ensuring that your left hand remains unoccupied for other activities.
Both products are gas-powered blowers - gas is a reliable power source which you can refill in a matter of seconds, offering you the freedom of movement to tackle larger outdoor spaces with ease.
With 24.3 lbs versus 23.4 lbs, the Echo PB-770T is only marginally heavier, and the small gap in weight is unlikely to make a noticeable difference in fatigue or maneuverability.
Although the difference in noise rating between the Stihl BR 700, registering at 75 dB, and the Echo PB-770T, at 74 dB, appears minor, it can impact both the operator's experience and nearby neighbors.

CFM & MPH

In contrast, the Stihl BR 700, with its CFM of 912, outperforms the 756 CFM of the Echo PB-770T, making it the preferred option for efficiently blowing leaves away.
The MPH of the Echo PB-770T, at 234, modestly exceeds the 197 MPH of the Stihl BR 700, allowing it to blow leaves on grass or lift heavy debris (acorns, etc.) and wet leaves more effectively.

Engine specs

The Echo PB-770T boasts a significantly larger fuel tank, holding 68.3 fl.oz. compared to the Stihl BR 700's 47.3 fl.oz. This allows for substantially more fuel storage and potentially longer operation, assuming similar fuel consumption rates for both engines. The lower fuel tank capacity of the Stihl BR 700 can be accounted for by its Handheld handling. In contrast, the Echo PB-770T's backpack design allows you to comfortably carry a larger fuel tank’s weight and dimensions.
When comparing engine displacements, the 64.8-cc engine of the Stihl BR 700 edges out the 63.3-cc engine of the Echo PB-770T. This indicates a potential slight increase in fuel consumption per stroke and a corresponding bump in power output. Each of these blowers requires a fuel/oil mix to operate, as the Echo PB-770T features a 2-stroke engine, and the Stihl BR 700 is powered by the Stihl 4-Mix 4-stroke engine.