The DeWalt DCBL772 is a good 60V blower for a house lot and a farm yard if FlexVolt packs are already on your shelf, and a poor buy if they are not. It comes as the DCBL772B bare tool or as the DCBL772X1 kit with a pack and a charger. I used it on the pruning litter under my plum rows and on the dust of the work pad by the machinery shed, jobs where a plain 600 CFM stream is enough. Below are the weight with each pack, the noise, the weather rules and who should skip it.
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DeWalt DCBL772 Review: My Verdict in Brief
I recommend this blower for dry leaves, pruning litter and dust around a house and a yard, as long as you already own the packs. DEWALT lists 600 CFM at 125 mph and 7.7 lb for the bare tool. As a DeWalt 60V blower it ships with a single round tube and no nozzle, and I rake soaked leaf mats instead.
- Who it is for: owners who already hold FlexVolt packs and clear a house lot, a yard or a drive.
- What it does best: a steady, wide stream with an instant start and a speed lock for the trigger finger.
- The main trade-off: the pack rides on top of the 7.7 lb tool, and the box holds no nozzle.
DeWalt 60V Blower Tool Only: DCBL772B vs DCBL772X1 Kit
The DeWalt DCBL772B is the bare tool, and it is the version I link to here. The box holds the blower and its tube, with no battery, no charger, no strap and no nozzle.
The DCBL772X1 is the same blower with a 9.0 Ah FlexVolt pack and a charger. For a buyer with no DEWALT packs, that kit is the DeWalt 60V blower with battery.
DeWalt DCBL772 Specs at a Glance
These are DEWALT’s own figures for the bare tool.
| Spec | Figure |
|---|---|
| Airflow, maker’s figure | Up to 600 CFM |
| Air speed, maker’s figure | 125 mph |
| Controls | Variable-speed trigger and speed lock lever, no modes or display |
| Voltage, maker’s figure | 60V max, 54V nominal |
| Weight, bare tool, maker’s figure | 7.7 lb |
| Warranty, maker’s terms | 3-year limited, 1-year free service, 90-day money back |
The older DCBL770B is a different blower, rated by DEWALT at 423 CFM and 129 mph.
Which FlexVolt Battery Fits the DeWalt DCBL772
The pack sets the weight, the charge time and the run time. DEWALT names FlexVolt 20V/60V packs for this tool, and the manual’s chart marks the DCB606, DCB609 and DCB612 as the 20/60 packs. An owner with only 20V MAX packs needs a FlexVolt pack and a charger that takes it.
| Pack | Pack weight | Approximate charge on a DCB118 |
|---|---|---|
| DCB606 | 2.55 lb | 60 min |
| DCB609 | 3.45 lb | 75 min |
| DCB612 | 3.4 lb | 100 min |
Add the DCB609 at 3.45 lb to the 7.7 lb tool and the blower weighs about 11 lb in hand. DEWALT gives no run time for it, so I plan by pack energy, and the DCB609 carries 180 Wh by DEWALT’s figure.
A DeWalt 60V blower battery is the expensive half of the purchase, so I count packs before I count blowers. The same pack runs the cordless saw in my workshop. Cold is the pack’s enemy: DEWALT says not to charge below 40 F, and lab work shows that internal resistance rises in the cold and cuts the power and capacity a cell can deliver (1). On frost mornings I keep the pack in the house until I start, and I charge it indoors.
Setup, Controls and the Speed Lock Lever
Setup on this DeWalt FlexVolt blower takes a minute and no tools.
- Take the pack out and push the speed lock lever fully forward, to off.
- Line up the pegs on the tube with the notch in the housing opening and push until the lock engages. Pull on the tube to check it.
- Slide the pack in and grip the blower with both hands when you switch on.
The trigger sets speed by how far I press it. Pulling the speed lock lever back locks the blower on, and the further back it sits, the faster the fan runs.
The lever can start the blower without the trigger, so it stays forward whenever a pack goes in or out. On a long pass down an alley I pull the lever back and my trigger finger rests, which keeps it from cramping. There are no modes, no boost and no display, so speed is all in your hand.
How the DeWalt DCBL772 Performs on Leaves, Gravel and Concrete
This blower moves a wide, moderate stream. The force of an air stream depends on how much air mass leaves the tube each second and how much faster it moves than the air around it (2), so 600 CFM at 125 mph means plenty of volume and no tight jet.
Dry Leaves, Pruning Litter and the Work Pad
I hold the tube about 7 inches above the ground, as the manual advises, and sweep from side to side while I walk. Under the plum rows the stream rolls the pruning twigs and sawdust out into the alley, where the mower shreds them. On the concrete pad in front of the machinery shed I check for stones, bolts and wire first, then wear a dust mask and safety glasses for the summer dust.
Gravel and Wet Leaves
The tube is round and plain, with no concentrator, so packed grit and the seam between two slabs on the pad take more passes than a narrow nozzle would need. On the gravel yard I keep the tube low and the lever part way back, and people and windows stay out of the debris path, at least 30 ft away as the manual says.
I wait for a dry day, and a soaked leaf mat on the pad is a job for a rake.
Noise, Weather and Care for the DeWalt DCBL772
This blower asks for hearing protection, a dry day, a cool place to store it and a weekly clean of its air vents, and the manual spells out each one.
Noise at the Ear
DEWALT lists 67 dB without stating a distance, and the manual requires hearing protection to ANSI S12.6, so the earmuffs go on before the pack goes in. The manual adds that noise from the product may contribute to hearing loss. NIOSH recommends limiting exposure to 85 dBA averaged over an eight-hour day and halving the time for every 3 dBA increase (3).
Battery tools do bring the noise down. In a NIOSH field comparison of hedge trimming, the battery crew had significantly lower noise exposure than the gas crew (4), and next to my old gas handheld the DCBL772 has no pull cord and no mix can. It still needs the muffs.
Rain, Heat and Storage
DEWALT’s manual says not to use the blower in the rain, on wet surfaces or in damp or wet locations, and to store it indoors, so I keep it dry-weather only.
DEWALT also says not to store or use the tool and pack where the temperature may reach 104 F, and it names sheds and metal buildings in summer. Heat ages a stored pack as well: a model of cells stored for 36 months at 131 F and 90 percent charge found electrolyte conductivity down by more than 20 percent (5). The manual also says never to store a pack in a tool with the trigger locked on, so the pack comes out and the lever stays forward.
Cleaning the Vents and the Housing
DEWALT’s manual asks for the air vents to be blown out with clean dry air at least once a week, with safety glasses on. The pack comes out first, as it does before any cleaning, tube change or blockage, and the plastic is wiped only with a cloth dampened with water and mild soap, never solvents. After dusty work on the pad I clear the vents the same day, and I wait 10 seconds after switch-off before I pull the tube.
Who Should Buy the DeWalt DCBL772 and Who Should Skip It
As a DeWalt 60V leaf blower it suits a narrow buyer, and the pack decides who that is.
Buy It If
- You already own FlexVolt packs, so the expensive part is paid for.
- Your jobs are dry leaves, sawdust and dust around a house lot, a yard or a drive.
- You want one steady speed and a lever for your trigger finger, with no modes to learn.
Skip It If
- You own no DEWALT packs and do not want to buy one.
- Soaked leaf mats and rainy days are your main job.
- You need a nozzle for packed gravel.
- You want a quiet tool, or a light one.
Problems and Limits of the DeWalt DCBL772
These are the limits I plan around, and the first one shapes every long job.
- Working weight: the pack rides on the blower, and on a long pass my shoulder tires before my wrist.
- No nozzle: a single round tube, so packed grit takes more passes.
- A newer DEWALT exists: the DCBL777B has more air, two nozzles and three modes.
The Warranty and the Right Seller
DEWALT backs the DCBL772 with a 3-year limited warranty on defects in materials or workmanship, one year of free service and a 90-day money-back guarantee. The terms go to the original end-user purchaser and apply only to products bought from DEWALT or an authorized seller. Before you order, confirm on the listing that the seller is Amazon or another authorized DEWALT seller.
How the DeWalt DCBL772 Compares With Alternatives
Three blowers come up when buyers weigh the DCBL772. More models are in our leaf blower guides.
| Model | Airflow and speed | Pack and charger in the box | Nozzles in the box |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeWalt DCBL772B | 600 CFM, 125 mph | None | Tube only |
| DeWalt DCBL777B | 760 CFM, 160 mph | None | Concentrator and flat nozzle |
| EGO LB6504 | 650 CFM, 180 mph with the tapered nozzle | 56V 5.0 Ah pack and charger | Two nozzles |
| Ryobi 40V HP Whisper 730 CFM | 730 CFM, 190 mph with a speed tip | None | Speed tips |
DCBL777B on the Same Packs
The DeWalt DCBL777B 60V MAX Premium Blower (Tool Only) runs on the same FlexVolt packs and adds a concentrator nozzle, a flat nozzle, three modes and 760 CFM at 160 mph, according to DEWALT. It is the DeWalt battery leaf blower that fills the gap of the missing nozzle.
EGO LB6504 With Its Own Pack
The EGO Power+ LB6504 650 CFM Blower Kit ships with a 56V 5.0 Ah pack and a charger, and EGO rates it at 650 CFM and 21 N of force. The packs differ, so the platform you own decides.
Ryobi 40V HP Whisper as the Other Bare Tool
The Ryobi 40V HP Whisper Series 730 CFM Blower (Tool Only) is also sold tool only, with 730 CFM, 190 mph with a speed tip and a bare weight of 6.5 lb, according to Ryobi. It runs on Ryobi 40V packs, so it is the same platform decision.
My Final Recommendation on the DeWalt DCBL772
I recommend the DCBL772 to one kind of buyer: the owner who already has FlexVolt packs and wants a plain, steady blower with an instant start and no modes to manage for dry leaves, pruning litter and dust. Skip it if you own no FlexVolt packs, if soaked leaf mats are your main job or if you need a nozzle for packed gravel. Count the FlexVolt packs on your shelf before you order, and once the blower is yours the earmuffs go on first, people and windows stay out of the debris path and the lever stays forward when the pack goes in. My DeWalt DCBL772 review verdict is a buy for the owner with FlexVolt packs and a pass for everyone else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which DEWALT cordless blower is the best?
The best DEWALT cordless blower for most buyers is the DCBL777B, which adds a concentrator nozzle, a flat nozzle and 760 CFM at 160 mph, according to DEWALT. The DCBL772 is the plainer 60V choice, and it makes sense when FlexVolt packs are already on your shelf and the jobs are dry.
Is it better to have more mph or cfm in a leaf blower?
It is better to have more CFM than mph for most yard work, because air volume lifts and rolls a pile while speed mainly peels stuck debris off hard ground. The DCBL772 pairs 600 CFM with 125 mph, a wide and moderate stream that suits dry leaves better than packed grit.
Are cordless blowers worth it?
Cordless blowers are worth it for a house lot or a farm yard, because they start at once, need no fuel and run quieter than gas. The cost is a pack’s run time and weight, so the DCBL772 suits owners already on a FlexVolt platform and dry jobs close to the house.
What are the common problems with DeWalt blowers?
The common problems with this DEWALT blower are the single round tube with no nozzle, the pack weight you carry on the tool and a 3-year warranty that applies only to a purchase from DEWALT or an authorized seller. A buyer with no FlexVolt packs also has to buy one and a charger that takes it.
Is there a leaf blower that is quiet?
Battery leaf blowers are the quieter choice next to gas, but none is silent, and the DCBL772 is no exception. The manual requires hearing protection to ANSI S12.6, so the earmuffs go on before the pack goes in, even for a short pass along the drive or the work pad.
References
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- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss. Noise and Hearing Loss. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2024.
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Safety Note: Leaf blowers throw debris and can damage your hearing. Wear eye and ear protection, read the manufacturer’s manual, and check your local rules on noise and operating hours.