You own a rake. You probably own a blower. The yard still takes the whole weekend. Neither one picks anything up. One gathers, the other moves it. Both finish with you on your knees, holding a bag open.
| The IronRidge | A Leaf Blower | A Rake | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gathers the debris | Yes, as you walk | No, it relocates it | Yes, slowly |
| Picks it up off the ground | Into a 7 cu ft hopper | Never lifts a thing | Only your hands do |
| Bending required | None | Still bagging on your knees | Constant |
| Gas, cord or battery | None, you push it | Yes, and the neighbors know | None |
| Verdict | ☺ | ☹ | ☹ |
Two of these three columns finish in exactly the same place: a pile still on the ground, you kneeling next to it. Only one finishes with the lawn clear.