CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Leaf Blower, Bare Tool (CMCBL710B)
Tool only and lower CFM than the DEWALT at a similar price. Only consider it if you own CRAFTSMAN V20 batteries already.
- Skip: tool-only at lower CFM than the DEWALT for a similar price
- Only consider if you have CRAFTSMAN V20 batteries and cannot justify the DEWALT or EGO
- The EGO or WORX complete packages are better buys for most buyers
Best For / Not For
Best for
- CRAFTSMAN V20 battery owners who want to add a blower at minimum extra cost
Not for
- Buyers without existing CRAFTSMAN V20 batteries
- Anyone who should compare total cost (tool plus battery plus charger) against the EGO complete package
- Buyers who want the strongest CFM for their budget
Key Details
Why We Skip It
The CRAFTSMAN CMCBL710B is a bare tool. Without factoring in battery and charger costs, the price looks competitive. With them, the total purchase matches or exceeds the EGO LB6151's complete package price, while delivering significantly less CFM.
The brushed motor is also a step behind the brushless motors in the EGO, WORX, and DEWALT. Brushed motors wear faster and lose power more quickly as the battery drains.
When to Buy It Anyway
Buy the CRAFTSMAN if you already own CRAFTSMAN V20 batteries and want the lowest possible out-of-pocket cost for a blower. That specific scenario is the only one where it makes sense.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- CRAFTSMAN V20 compatibility for existing battery owners
- Lower tool-only price for CRAFTSMAN ecosystem buyers
Cons
- Tool only -- battery and charger purchased separately raises total cost
- Lower CFM than the DEWALT DCBL722B at a similar price
- No clear advantage over the DEWALT for CRAFTSMAN battery owners who could switch ecosystems
Bottom Line
Skip the CRAFTSMAN CMCBL710B for most buyers. The tool-only pricing and lower CFM make it a poor value against the EGO or WORX complete packages. Only consider it if you already own CRAFTSMAN V20 batteries.
