Why I Chose The EGO 530 over The 650
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- This is a video of why I chose the less powerful Ego 530 CFM over their 650 CFM model. I explain why I’m making the change from my old Black and Decker leaf blower to a new Ego model, and how the 530 has enough power for me.
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I bought the 530cfm years ago. It came with a 2.5ah battery that doesn’t have much run time. With a 5 or 7.5ah battery the run time is great.
I bought the 650 fist but it was too powerful (for a regular house need) and too heavy with the 5.0 Amp battery so I decided to return it and got the 530 with the 2.5 Amp Battery and I couldn’t be happier, it is the right power, right weight and I can finish all my yard work in my house with it without running out of battery aaaaand It costs $100 dlls less than the 650. I hope this comment helps.
It does help. I use comments like yours to apply to my situation and help make a decision. All food for thought. Thanks for sharing
Happy to see this comment cause I flew off the handle and bought it without really looking into it first
Great review, thanks!
This was the exact question I now have. Thanks for the info.
I still enjoy mine! Thanks for commenting!
Got the 530 with a 4.0ah battery and it’s more than enough power for me. Especially if you add attachments to make the nozzle tighter - big W
Dude I love your Malibu with the trim still on the fenders! I have a 1970 with the trim still on and haven’t seen anyone who hasn’t taken it off! Sweet ride man and thanks for the review! 🤘🏻🤙🏻
Thank you for both! I hadn’t ever seen a Chevelle with Malibu spears before. Honestly at first I was quick to think those need to come off, but the longer I’ve owned it I’ve realized how rare it is to see a Malibu with original trim so it’s not going anywhere.
@@ReelGreenLawn hell yea man, I had the same feeling! Ended up keeping them, those spears are bad ass! 🤙🏻
I'd like to give you a compliment. I see all these channels that try to sell the most powerful because they are more powerful and that's what I want because I also bought the B$D leaf blower/mulcher combo and I dislike it. But you are more practical in choosing what is the better value, cost realistic for just everyday home use not trying to sell us the most of the most. so thank you, I will look into this blower for me. I'm subscribing and looking forward to more of you practical/realistic for the DIYers like me.
Thanks for the nice compliment! I try to make sure I’m giving my reviews from my experiences, and not just a sales pitch. It’s all just a hobby for me, so I’m glad it came across that way. Did you end up picking up a new leaf blower?
@@ReelGreenLawn not yet but I'm going with the 530. I don't need more power than that to clean up fall leaves. Your demonstration showed it is powerful enough.
Agree. I just got the 530 for $159 and it’s a beast.
Glad I came across and watched your video. I was contemplating buying a 650 but after watching this, it may have changed my mind. Thanks. Cute boy you have there! Teaching him early. LOL
Appreciate the comment. Ya he’s a good helper!
Definitely makes sense, nice review!
Harry liked helping with this video! Haha
@@ReelGreenLawn yes he looked to be in fine form with the black and decker, very nice swing, reminiscent of that bench or mantle, must have some oklahoma in him :)
I am debating between the two also. The 530 with the 4 ah battery is looking good.
Thanks! :) This was very helpful.
You’re welcome!
Thanks, great car too, love that color
Thank you… and it’s been a fun toy to play with the past few years. Very eye opening to people who can restore them and make them look nice.
Yea, it's about the battery life and interchangeably with other ego along with the power 650 is the right choice small yard or big yard .
I bought the latest 765 bare tool because I have 5 10ah packs already.
In your situation I'd go with the model with the bigger battery but maybe your tasks don't t require much run time.
You're a smarter man than I. Just bought the 765 and there's no way I need this much power lmao
Well at least your errored on the safe side! Plus I think you have a larger battery which will come in handy if you have other equipment. Enjoy the power!
I have the 615 it’s a perfect mix
U r very smart man. 😊😊
thnx for the video i'll definitely get the 530 ^_^
I still like mine!
I was able to get a crazy deal on Amazon for a 615CFM model, with a powerload trimmer and 2.5AH battery for $229, but if I were to get just the leaf blower it would be the 530. It’s already well enough power
I have the 530 and purchased the 650. I returned the 650. I have a small property (several maple & one walnut), and the 530 is more than adequate. I also use a leaf blower to dry the car and the 650 made no noticeable difference for that task. Sometimes a little more power isn't worth a lot more money.
I agree.. thanks for sharing!
it's worth it just for the battery though
I just got this one and I’m glad I didn’t get the 650 or 750 because it is so powerful that it hits my forearms. I can’t imagine how the higher powered would be controlled.
Thanks for sharing Xavier
Go for the 765!
The more I use this one the more I want the big one just to see how much power it has! Haha
Solid reasoning, especially at half the cost!
Thanks man…I’m jealous of your new greensmaster. I’ve been window shopping for one, but they aren’t showing up right now on the market.
@@ReelGreenLawn Took me two years to find this one/deal. Funny thing about this, because of all the leafs in my backyard I upgraded to the 650, intending on selling the 580. But I used them both at the same time, and it's too efficient and I'm hooked!
That’s the ultimate flex! If you haven’t already, TH-cam may need a video of that!
I believe the 650 comes with the larger 5AH battery which you will definitely appreciate having when the battery starts losing run time in a few years.
I have had my 530 for about 4 years now and it's been a great blower but now the 2.5ah battery will last about 5 minutes in turbo mode
Ouch! 5 minutes!….Thanks for sharing. Makes sense to get the better battery especially if there’s a plan to use multiple products.
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Wynton?
Will Smith?
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The 530 is about half the weight, which is why I'm going with it. My wife likes to use it and the lighter the better for her. The 530 seems like a sweet spot for power and run time.
Oh that’s good. That’s a good term, “sweet spot” for this blower. Thanks for sharing!
I just bought the ego 530 5 minutes ago and then decided to review it lol this is the type of video I was hoping to find lol
You should review it and give your point of view. It’s been a good video and product for me, and I’m still happy I went the Ego direction.
Just went with the 765 - nothing is more aggravating as when you can't get the job done and wished you went with a more capable unit.
I can’t argue with that logic. We’ve all been there!
I loved my 530 for the whole year i was able to use it. Now that it has to be serviced, I have to wait an entire month. before I can take it to the nearest service center which is an hour and fifteen minute drive away from me just so I can drop it off and for them to tell me whether or not it can be repaired or replaced. 🤨
Hey thanks for the video. My question is the 650 comes with the 5 aH battery vs the 2.5aH battery, giving you longer running time. Did you consider that in your decision? I'm asking because I am also considering the 530 or the 650 as my next purchase.
Honestly my decision was more price driven at the time. My 530 with a 2.5aH did leave me hanging a few times in the fall with the job of blowing leaves of 1 big oak and 1 big pine. It was usually a 2 charge job, but the actually blowing power did just fine. Overall I am happy with the blower, and it’s doing well for my normal post lawn mow blow which can easily be done in one charge, but I do feel some buyers remorse not stepping all the way up for the 650 5aH mainly because I see more Ego brand equipment in my future and I’d rather have that battery.
@@ReelGreenLawn I spoke to the sales person at Lowes yesterday. He said they use the EGO trimmers and blowers to take care of the landscape around the store. He said they started out using the 650 blower with the 5aH battery. However, after a few times, they changed to the 2.5aH battery because the 5aH was just too heavy after holding it for several minutes. I decided to go with the smaller blower, with the 2.5aH battery. I also bought an EGO trimmer with a 2.5aH battery. So now, in the Fall, I'll have an extra battery to use for the leaves without the extra weight! My yard is probably similar to yours. The 2.3aH battery is plenty big enough 95% of the time!
go in-between and get the 580
Does the 530 come with the attachment that flattens the airflow coming out like the 650?
Mine did not.
I live in the Maine woods with lots of oak leaves, pine needles, and small branch debris mixed in, and it's always wet and packed in around the foundation of the house. Is the 530 enough? Thanks
PS. I already have a pair of 5ah and a pair of 7.5ah for my EGO 2405 two stage snow blower, which has served me well for 2 years.
PPS What about blowing snow off the cars? Will they all do it? Will any of them do it? Thanks again.
Your key word of “lots” is why I would suggest the 765CFM one. With them being wet, it’s not an easy blow off of material, and having lots of material, that 765 will come with the larger battery. The 670 CFM may also come with the same larger battery, but for $50 more, I’d rather have the most powerful one for what I’m imagining your conditions being.
My 530 is just enough for the very little blowing I do, and I even sometimes I wish I would’ve gotten the next size up for the larger battery.
The 530 does have the power to blow wet oak and pine, but not for long periods of time.
Hopefully that helps. And I’m not sponsored by Ego or anything, just my user opinion.
It's a great deal. You can buy 2 and get the 2 5amp hours batteries for cheap. 320 is not bad for them. Also, if you military or know someone, you can get another 10% discount off.
Good idea!
@@ReelGreenLawn I got lucky a couple years ago. I bought a refurbished single stage with 2 5’s and quick charger for 420 from Home Depot. I recommend that route if anyone trying to get into Ego. Worked out great.
I made the same decision. Too powerful a blower will just make all of the debris fly into the air and scatter. Plus the weight of a big blower is too much and battery life suffers. This little 530 is perfect and the turbo is really powerful! If you're doing compacted leaves stuck in bush bases or viny ground cover it might be a tad underpowered for that. But that is a rare and specific situation. Plust= if you're keeping up with your leaves, that should never happen. I have several ego products and have found that a 4 AH battery is about the minimum for me. I have 2 acres to care for.
I'm on the fence between these two models as well, but not because of the 650 being more powerful. I could manage just fine with 530's specs. It's the variable speed trigger and cruise control that's leaning me towards the 650, just not for sure it's worth the extra $120 or so for those features.
I only have one big oak, a little oak, and a neighbors pine that I have to deal with. Also lawn clippings on the drive. Leaves have fallen off the little oak and the big one is half down. The pine drops all the time haha. That being said, if you’re having to do way more than that, I would be at the 650. My 530 does have variable speed on the top of the handle, but no cruise control that I’m aware of. $120 would be a tough if those were the only features I were needing and the size was ok.
I gotcha. For me, cruise control is really no biggie, but the variable speed trigger is.
@@pondacres wait a couple more months......765 CFM is coming!!!!
I just bought the 650 with larger battery, thing is a beast.
I use both for two different clients. The response on the 530 is sluggish and cruise control on the 650 is really nice for bigger projects. I hate the 530 which is why I was really surprised why would anyone want the 530 between the two? I don’t understand why ego still makes the 530? With videos like these, no wonder why ego is still going to make them.
Good points! I myself have the 615 from ego! Follow back if you'd like to bounce ideas off each other!
Definitely the best buy for the money. More air moved at once for double the time.
EGO 650 w/ included 4.0Ah battery and charger Included $189 as of July 2023
Im torn which to get. I used my ego select cut lawnmower the other day and still had 75% battery charge. I grew up woth Tim The Toolman Taylor telling me i need more pwr. Maybe the 530 is all i need tho 😮💨
I grew up with him too. All depends on how much area and what kind of material you are using it on. Other people have mentioned that if you’re using other Ego products, paying a little more for say a 650 is better for the battery that’s included. My best advice would be go as big as your wallet will allow, and keep your receipt until you’re satisfied with the size you want.
@@ReelGreenLawn yeh i was gonna get new ego 16 trimmer with their upgraded battery (or charger) and tool only the blower. I just moved into my home last month so idk what fall will bring me. For now its grass clippings and dirt from construction across the street.
Dumb question...but does no one use their blower to dry their washed vehicles?
I got the 650 myself. More power helps a lot, but the big thing is the battery. 5AH vs 2.5Ah, the extra $100 is well worth it for the battery imo. The 530 was $180, the 650 was $280.
Thanks for the input! Makes sense, especially if you’re running other Ego equipment.
@@ReelGreenLawn Yep, I have the EGO Select Cut XP mower with 10Ah battery. When the grass is dry it will cut the whole lawn on one charge, but in spring when it's growing like crazy and raining every other day the wet grass will drain the 10ah battery before I finish, then I have to switch to the 5ah to finish it up.
The 530 on turbo works great, but eats battery too fast. I guess i need the 650.
We purchased the Ego LB6500 leaf blower with 56V CH2100 battery - NOT HAPPY! It runs for a few minutes then shuts off. Starts right back. Shuts off. Over and over. Apparently this is a known problem with the battery. It does come with a warranty and you have to call and go through about a 30 minute to 1 hour wait to speak with someone (yes I tried leaving my name & number for a call back but they never called me back). Once you finally speak with someone they want to go through the whole troubleshooting process. After waiting 45 minutes to speak with someone I asked if we could skip the troubleshooting because I didn't have time (I do have to work!) and the condescending person said no basically. So I guess I'll have to take some vacation time to call. SIGH. I told him tell management if they have a known problem just send a replacement for goodness sake. So tired of these huge companies jerking customers around. EGO I HOPE YOU READ THESE COMMENTS.
Geez that sounds awful. Thanks for sharing your experience and heads up if we purchase a lemon! Can’t believe for the price we pay they wouldn’t wanna protect their customers better.
Do you think this model has enough power for pushing water out of driveways that have poor drainage?
Yep! However, if you have a lot of area to do, and it’s a frequent chore, you may want to go bigger just for the length the larger battery can give you at full power. But yes my 530 can move puddled water.
Best mentality. I bought the 530cfm for $99 a few years back. The 650 is $269 right now, and for $170, that's just outright silly. If the tool works for what you're doing, there's no point in getting the best. That's like buying the fastest model like Tesla P100D when all you do is drive on the freeway at 65-80 mph to not get cited. I don't think I'll upgrade unless my 530 breaks and I can no longer buy the 530, or it's not pushing leaves enough.
Agreed. I’ve been very happy with mine too. You really scored paying $99 for one, and thanks for sharing your food for thought!
my parents have 3 acres. I bought the 650 from ebay. its not enough power because it struggles to get leafs out of flower beds that have thick bark dust and especially if there bushes and plants to get around makes it very difficult. I use it to clean the porch and to get pine needles off the cars and to take the first layer of leafs off the flower beds then use my stihl br800 to finish the flower beds and ta move piles of leaves with. the 530 would be useless in my situation.
I’d agree with that. It’ll be interesting to see if battery tools can achieve the power and longevity for job sizes like yours. Thanks for sharing!
I just picked up a brand new 530 for $130 from someone who got it for a gift but lived in a high rise.
Nice find!
first of all the battery weight is kind of a factor in my case going with the 650 you have added 2.2 pounds. I chose the 530 it has plenty of power.I believe my model ways 7.4 pounds I went from corded motor Weighing like 6.6 pounds
Great point!
The 2.5 ah battery is the reason I would not buy one of those. The battery itself is like 125 while the unit with battery is 180. The 5ah is about 250 with the 615 using a 5ah at just 280. Its just a better deal to go with the 615. 5 ah will be plenty for most households on a blower.
Just wanted to add though. If you have another ego even the lawn mower, you could use its 10ah battery on your blower, but the weight isnt going to be off balance.
I appreciate that input… thank you!
I was looking for a lightweight blower for my deck. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxgioZQl3J5wPGAeDINzbieKbT5qomSEx3 There are some huge trees around my house and the leaves and pods drop all over my deck. Having to move furniture around to sweep has become too big a chore. This blower was the answer. It is light enough for this 70yr old lady and powerful enough to blow all the tree droppings off my rather large deck. Thank you B&D. Be aware the cord is not included. I use a 3 prong outdoor cord 25' cord for my 12' x 20' deck. The cord retainer works very well, but don't try to pass the plug through it. That is NOT how it works. You just have to loop the cord and it works great. One of my best purchases. Very happy.
Im still happy with it!
The EGO 615 is 145$ on Amazon right now....Great price..but thats no charger...no battery
Nice! Thanks for sharing that info.
Worx Nitro??
I don’t own a Worx Nitro, so I don’t know what you’re asking me.
The black and decker dust buster 🤣
If you only need to blow one leaf at a time! Lol
Thought I’d bought a brand new 650 for $130 turned out to be a 615. Best error ever.
Nice price!
Ever try drying your car after a wash with this blower?
Haha not yet but that’s a good idea!
I just purchased a 530 a week ago for $99.00 without the battery. That's the main reason I bought mine to dry my car after washing it. I have a more powerful Husqvarna that I use for my yard, but its gas powered so I didn't want to use it when detailing my car. I have an EGO hedge trimmer that came with battery and charger so I can use the battery for both tools.
I bought the 650, which lasted about four uses, then the motor died. It’s was a nightmare experience filing a warranty claim, but I finally got the replacement. It ran for five minutes then that motor died. Yes, you read that right…5 minutes. Now I’m waiting on my third one to be shipped. Hopefully I’ll get a good one one day, but my advice is avoid Ego products all together. The Consumer Report is BS. It’s a cheap China made product. Buy a Toro, which is made in USA.
Dang Ed that sucks! If I had that happen to me with anything, I’d be turned away too. Sorry to hear that man and thanks for sharing.
@@ReelGreenLawn Me too .My first 650 cfm lasted 3months,second one lasted 2 weeks ,3rd one lasted 2 days. gave up buying this model .I went back to the older 530cfm model .
I disagree. The stronger the blower, the easier it is to get snow off the cars, front porch, dry the car, back patio because leaf blowers are not just for leaves.
Cute kid. You make a compelling argument. Thanks
Thanks for the comment!
Should of purchased 650 comes with 5 ah battery.
My 530 works for my yard, but who doesn’t like more power? And yes, if I start switching some more equipment over to Ego, than the 5 ah battery with the 650 would be the better option.
@@ReelGreenLawn I agree, if most of your tools is B&D, dewalt or something else, we already have batteries for those tools, buying an expensive ego and you only have that one function, no extra batteries or tools that go with that battery. Would be nice if batteries were standardized.
not for me I need the 650 and better battery ..looking at the new more powerful one..
Let us know your thoughts when you get it, and how much area you’re having to use it on. Appreciate the comment!
@@ReelGreenLawn I was thinking I will just stand on a step ladder.. my main use of that power is blowing the leaves and twigs off of my pool screening and the 650 does not have enough power /reach and I was hoping to avoid possibly falling off a ladder.. I have 1 acre of land with many trees surrounding house. Most close to the pool have been cut down but wind still blows too many surrounding leaves/seeds and branches onto pool screening. I use the 650 to clean up my azalea trimmings surrounding my property after the 24" hedge trimmer and pole hedge trimmer finishes.. I have probably 15 ego products and they are the only ones I buy now..all with battery/charger.
For my the EGO is top of the line nothing is better
Agreed. They make great battery powered tools. When I need to replace my Dewalt weed eater, it’ll be with an Ego for sure.
LoL... I see you showing off the Muscle car.
I try to give it some love.
The 650 crushes this one. I had the 530. 650 is better
This video could have easily been 10 seconds long. You chose the smaller Ego blower because it costs less.
Easily… maybe even 8 seconds if I was good. Thanks for watching, and which size are you going with? I still like mine.
@@ReelGreenLawn I already got the backpack blower. I'll stick with that probably until it dies.
Dude it’s obvious why you bought 530 . You should of just posted pic of your Black n Decker . End story.
blasphemy!!!!!!! "MORE POWER!!!!!!!!!!!"
You are lying