Small garden, one charge
You want blow and vacuum without a 10–12 m cable, and the job should finish in one charge. The WORX lists a battery, a charger, wheels, and a 12:1 ratio. UK reviews also call full-power runtime short.
Cordless leaf vacuum comparison 2026
The best cordless leaf vacuums, compared.
Top pick: Gribouillage GFJ-888 blower and vacuum Best value: SEYVUM CXJ01 blower and vacuum – Best value at about £139.99: two 4.0 Ah batteries and a 45 L bag, with 6.81 kg and no charger named. Updated October 2026.
A cordless leaf vacuum blows garden debris and also sucks it into a bag, sometimes through a mulching impeller. On amazon.co.uk you are choosing it instead of a rake, a blower that only moves the pile, or a cheap 230 V machine with a 10–12 m cable. Check that a battery and charger are named in the box, that any bag volume and mulch ratio are printed, and that you can lift the stated weight once the tube is on. The checks are in the [cordless leaf vacuum buying guide](/hub/garden-tools/cordless-leaf-vacuum/sub/cordless-leaf-vacuum-buying-guide).
A cordless leaf vacuum blows garden debris and also sucks it into a bag, sometimes through a mulching impeller.
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Personal buying guide
Which cordless leaf vacuum fits?
Question 1 of 2
Do you need a battery in the box?
The best cordless leaf vacuums in detail
Our view
The Gribouillage GFJ-888 is listed at £36.99 as a compact 2-in-1 blower and vacuum with a bag, two batteries, and a charger. The spec line says 21 V, 180 W, and 65 dB. It has one 5.0 review, and the battery capacity is printed in two conflicting ways. The 65 dB line is the listing figure, not a neighbour limit. The bullets name dry leaves and dust, not wet leaves.
Pros
- £36.99
- Vacuum bag named
- 65 dB stated
Cons
- One review
- Battery lines conflict
- No mulch ratio
Best for: You want a light tool for dry leaves and dust.
Less suitable: You need a known mulch ratio or a large autumn clear-up.
Specifications
- Model
- Gribouillage GFJ-888 blower and vacuum
- Brand
- Gribouillage
- Price
- ∼£37
- Customer rating
- 5.0/5(1)
- Battery in the box
- 2 packs, capacity clash
- Voltage
- 21 V / 18 V
- Bag
- Included
- Weight
- 1.2 kg
- Speed
- Stepless
- Bare tool
- No
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
Is this a vacuum as well as a blower?
Yes. The bullets describe a 2-in-1 blower and vacuum, and included components list a vacuum bag. Bag volume is not stated.
Which battery is in the box?
The title and bullets say two 3000 mAh batteries. The included-components line says two 1500 mAh 18 V batteries. The spec voltage is 21 V.
Will it take wet leaves?
The listing does not say so. The bullets limit the job to dry leaves, dust, and lightweight debris.
Our view
The WORX WG583E is listed at £199.99 as a 40 V brushless blower and vacuum with a 12:1 mulch ratio, wheels, a bag, a battery, and a charger. It scores 4.5 from 55 reviews. UK reviews praise suction and also report short full-power runtime and a heavier feel once the tubes and batteries are fitted. The amazon.co.uk style name says 2 x 2.0 Ah. The WORX UK page advertises two 4.0 Ah packs and 335 km/h. Those lines are not merged.
Pros
- £199.99 with battery and charger
- 12:1 mulch ratio stated
- 4.5 from 55 reviews
Cons
- Full-power runtime called short
- Heavier once fitted, reviews say
- Eco speed resets after a restart
Best for: You want blow, vacuum, and a stated mulch ratio with batteries in the box.
Less suitable: You need a long single charge for a large, wet garden.
Specifications
- Model
- WORX WG583E blower and vacuum
- Brand
- WORX
- Price
- ∼£200
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(55)
- Battery in the box
- 2 × 2.0 Ah + charger
- Voltage
- 40 V
- Mulch ratio
- 12:1
- Bag
- Included
- Weight
- 4 kg
- Wheels or strap
- Wheels
- Speed
- Two-speed
- Bare tool
- No
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
Does the WORX WG583E come with a battery?
Yes. Included components list a battery and a charger, and the style name says 2 x 2.0 Ah. The bullets also mention a dual-port charger.
What mulch ratio does it state?
The bullets state a 12:1 ratio from a two-stage impeller. A collection bag is included. The bag volume in litres is not on this listing.
Is the blow-to-vac change tool-free?
Yes. The listing says tool-less quick blower and vac conversion, and it states wheels on the vacuum side.
Our view
The SEYVUM CXJ01 is listed at £139.99 as a 40 V blower, vacuum, and mulcher with two 4.0 Ah batteries, six speeds, and a 45 L bag. It scores 4.1 from 1,070 reviews. The item weight is 6.81 kg, and a charger is not named in the included parts. Several UK texts on the page name AIVOLT, so the count is not a clean SEYVUM sample. No numerical mulch ratio is printed.
Pros
- £139.99
- Two 4.0 Ah batteries
- 45 L bag and six speeds
Cons
- 6.81 kg
- Charger not named
- Page reviews also name AIVOLT
Best for: You want a 40 V kit with a large bag at a mid price.
Less suitable: You need a named charger in the box or a light machine.
Specifications
- Model
- SEYVUM CXJ01 blower and vacuum
- Brand
- SEYVUM
- Price
- ∼£140
- Customer rating
- 4.1/5(1,070)
- Battery in the box
- 2 × 4.0 Ah, no charger
- Voltage
- 40 V
- Bag
- 45 L
- Weight
- 6.81 kg
- Wheels or strap
- Wheels, strap
- Speed
- 6 speeds
- Bare tool
- No
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
Are two batteries included?
Yes. The listing says two 4.0 Ah batteries. A charger is not in the included-components line.
How large is the bag?
45 litres, with wheels and a shoulder strap also stated. The item weight is 6.81 kg.
Does it state a mulch ratio?
It is sold as a blower, vacuum, and mulcher. No numerical ratio is printed.
Our view
The Flymo EasiBlowVac is listed at £199.00 with an 18 V 4 Ah battery and charger, a 350 km/h blow claim, a metal impeller, and a blow-to-vac switch. It scores 4.1 from 102 reviews. UK reviews often say boost runtime on that single 4 Ah pack is short. Mulch ratio, bag litres, and weight are not in the spec. One UK review says it is not a mulcher. This page does not claim that it mulches.
Pros
- Battery and charger in the box
- 350 km/h blow claim
- 4.1 from 102 reviews
Cons
- Mulch ratio not stated
- One 4 Ah pack in the included list
- Boost runtime criticised
Best for: You want a Flymo kit with the battery included for a medium clear-up.
Less suitable: You need a stated mulch ratio or a second battery in the box.
Specifications
- Model
- Flymo EasiBlowVac
- Brand
- Flymo
- Price
- ∼£199
- Customer rating
- 4.1/5(102)
- Battery in the box
- 1 × 4 Ah + charger
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Bag
- Included
- Speed
- Boost
- Bare tool
- No
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
Does the Flymo include a battery?
Yes. Included components list a battery and a charger, and a bullet specifies an 18 V 4 Ah battery.
Does the listing state a mulch ratio?
No. Mulch ratio, bag litres, and weight are not in the spec fields. One UK review says it is not a mulcher.
What blow speed is printed?
350 km/h, with a metal impeller and a boost mode for dense debris.
Our view
The RYOBI OBV18 is listed at £167.95 as an 18 V ONE+ brushless blower vacuum with a 10:1 mulch ratio, a 35 L bag, and a shoulder strap. Battery and charger are not included. It scores 3.8 from 1,294 reviews, with repeated UK comments about clogs and a stiff first assembly.
Pros
- 10:1 mulch and 35 L bag
- Uses ONE+ batteries you may already own
- 3 year warranty stated
Cons
- No battery in the box
- 3.8 from 1,294 reviews
- Clogs reported on damp debris
Best for: You already own 18 V ONE+ batteries and clear mostly dry leaves.
Less suitable: You have no Ryobi batteries, or you mainly clear wet, matted leaves.
Specifications
- Model
- RYOBI OBV18 blower vacuum
- Brand
- RYOBI
- Price
- ∼£168
- Customer rating
- 3.8/5(1,294)
- Battery in the box
- None
- Voltage
- 18 V
- Mulch ratio
- 10:1
- Bag
- 35 L
- Weight
- 5.21 kg
- Wheels or strap
- Strap
- Speed
- Variable, turbo
- Bare tool
- Yes
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
Is a Ryobi battery included?
No. The title says battery and charger excluded. It is sold as compatible with 18 V ONE+ batteries.
What are the bag and mulch figures?
The listing states a 35 L collection bag and a 10:1 mulching ratio, plus variable speed and a turbo mode.
Do UK reviews mention wet leaves?
Wet-leaf performance is not a spec. UK reviews often say damp leaves, thick layers, and hedge clippings clog the cutter or fan.
Our view
The AIVOLT 40 V blower and vacuum is listed at £147.25 with two 4.0 Ah batteries, a dual-port charger, a 15:1 mulch claim, and a 40 L bag. It weighs 4.5 kg on the bullet line and scores 3.8 from five reviews, including one report of shocks at the handle. That report is one review, not a failure rate. The bullets name speeds 3–4 for stubborn wet leaves. Two packs do not by themselves mean two sessions.
Pros
- Two batteries and a dual charger
- 15:1 and a 40 L bag
- 4.5 kg stated
Cons
- Only five reviews
- One shock report
- Support form rejected a UK address in that review
Best for: You want a complete 40 V kit and can judge a very small review sample.
Less suitable: You want a large UK review history before you buy.
Specifications
- Model
- AIVOLT 40 V blower and vacuum
- Brand
- AIVOLT
- Price
- ∼£147
- Customer rating
- 3.8/5(5)
- Battery in the box
- 2 × 4.0 Ah + charger
- Voltage
- 40 V
- Mulch ratio
- 15:1
- Bag
- 40 L
- Weight
- 4.5 kg
- Wheels or strap
- Wheels, strap
- Speed
- 4 speeds, turbo
- Bare tool
- No
- Blow and vacuum
- Yes
Common questions
What is in the AIVOLT box?
The bullets list the blower vacuum, two 4.0 Ah batteries, a dual-port charger, a 40 L bag, a carrying belt, and a manual.
Does it claim to mulch?
Yes. The bullets state a 15:1 reduction with a cutting knife, and higher speeds for stubborn wet leaves.
How many UK reviews are on the listing?
Five. The score is 3.8. One review reports electric shocks at the handle and a return.
How we compared
This page compares the six amazon.co.uk listings kept for a cordless leaf vacuum. Prices, stars, and review counts are the UK listing lines. There is no laboratory test and no UK market-share figure. Each card score is the comparison score out of 100, shown here on a 1–10 scale. The top pick and the best value follow the listing checks below, not the single five-star review. The weights sum to 100. They are the share of those checks, not a sum that recreates each card score.
1
Vacuums into a bag
15%A blower with no bag is a different product. Every tool kept here names a bag or a vacuum mode. Corded machines, blower-only tools, and petrol blowers were set aside.
2
Battery and charger named
25%The included-parts line has to name the battery. A bare-tool price is not ready to run. Two packs can mean one session when the tool runs both at once. A charger that is not named stays unnamed.
3
Bag litres and printed mulch ratio
25%Bag litres and a mulch ratio count only when the listing prints them. A mulch claim with no number, and a bag with no litres, stay blank. A ratio is not an independent lab result.
4
Weight and handling
15%The stated weight is what you lift once the tube is on. Wheels and a strap matter in vacuum mode. A missing kilogram line stays blank.
5
Review count and star line
20%Stars are read with the review count. A 5.0 from one review is not a large sample. Texts that name a different brand are not treated as a clean sample for the title brand. One shock report is not a failure rate.
Independent review
Last updated: October 2026
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Cordless leaf vacuum buying guide
Confirm the tool vacuums into a bag, then read the battery line, then any printed bag and mulch figures. A blower with no bag is a different product. Prices below are amazon.co.uk shelf prices. When a mains vac around £40 to £65 is the better buy, see [cordless or corded leaf vacuum](/hub/garden-tools/cordless-leaf-vacuum/sub/cordless-leaf-vacuum-vs-corded).
What is a cordless leaf vacuum?
A cordless leaf vacuum in this UK set is a battery tool that blows garden debris and also sucks it into a bag, sometimes through a mulching impeller. The six tools kept here all name a bag or a vacuum mode. Corded machines and blower-only tools were removed. Petrol blowers are not in this set. Shoppers on amazon.co.uk are choosing this instead of a rake, a blower that only moves the pile, or a cheap 230 V machine with a 10–12 m cable. Start with the box, not the title.
Best for
- Small gardens that finish in one charge and do not want a cable
- Owners of Ryobi ONE+ or WORX packs who can buy a bare tool or share a battery
Not ideal for
- A large wet garden that needs a long single charge
- Anyone treating a bare-tool price as ready to run
Mistakes to avoid
- 1
Buying a blower with no bag
A blower that only moves the pile is a different product. The tools kept here name a bag or a vacuum mode. If the listing has no bag, it does not belong in this comparison.
- 2
Treating a bare-tool price as ready to run
The RYOBI OBV18 at about £167.95 excludes the battery and charger. SEYVUM names two 4.0 Ah batteries and does not name a charger. Add the missing part before you call the shelf price a kit.
- 3
Reading two batteries as two sessions
Some 40 V tools run two packs at once. Two batteries then means one session, not a spare. Vacuuming soaked mats clogs the tube. Flymo’s UK guide says soaked leaves often need a rake.
What to weigh up
Battery and charger in the box
HighThe first split is whether you can run the tool from the box. WORX names a battery and a charger, and the amazon.co.uk style name says 2 x 2.0 Ah. The WORX UK page advertises two 4.0 Ah packs. Keep the style name for this listing. Flymo names one 18 V 4 Ah battery and a charger. AIVOLT names two 4.0 Ah batteries and a dual-port charger. Gribouillage names two batteries and a charger, and prints both 3000 mAh and 1500 mAh. SEYVUM names two 4.0 Ah batteries and does not name a charger.
Bag litres and a printed mulch ratio
HighA mulch ratio counts only when a number is printed. WORX states 12:1 and does not state bag litres. Ryobi states 10:1 and 35 L. AIVOLT states 15:1 and a 40 L bag. SEYVUM states 45 L and no ratio, though it is sold as a blower, vacuum, and mulcher. Flymo states neither ratio nor litres. One UK review says the Flymo is not a mulcher, so this page does not claim that it mulches. Gribouillage names a vacuum bag and no litres, and no ratio.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
Ryobi ONE+ already owned
You already own 18 V ONE+ batteries, so a bare tool can make sense. The RYOBI OBV18 states 10:1 and a 35 L bag. The title excludes the battery and charger, and reviews often report clogs on damp debris.
Mid-price kit, read the box
You are choosing between a kit around £140 and a branded kit around £200. Read the charger line and the review count first. The SEYVUM names two 4.0 Ah batteries and a 45 L bag, and it does not name a charger.
Common questions about cordless leaf vacuums
Which cordless leaf vacuum is the top pick in this set?
In this set the top pick is the WORX WG583E at about £199.99. The amazon.co.uk style name states 2 x 2.0 Ah batteries, a dual-port charger, a 12:1 mulch ratio, wheels, and a bag. Litres are not printed. amazon.co.uk shows 4.5 from 55 reviews. UK reviews praise suction and also report short full-power runtime once the tubes and batteries are fitted. The WORX UK page advertises two 4.0 Ah packs. This page does not merge that line with the style name.
Which listing is the best value?
Best value is the SEYVUM CXJ01 at about £139.99. The listing names two 4.0 Ah batteries, six speeds, wheels, a shoulder strap, and a 45 L bag. It does not print a mulch ratio, and a charger is not named. The item weight is 6.81 kg. amazon.co.uk shows 4.1 from 1,070 reviews. Several UK texts on that page name AIVOLT, so the count is not a clean SEYVUM sample.
How much does a cordless leaf vacuum cost?
On these six amazon.co.uk listings, the Gribouillage is about £36.99. Mid kits are about £139.99 for the SEYVUM and about £147.25 for the AIVOLT, both claiming two 4.0 Ah packs. The RYOBI OBV18 is about £167.95 before a battery and charger. The WORX is about £199.99 and the Flymo is about £199. Corded 3000 W vacs set aside sat around £35 to £65. That band is a price anchor, not a row in this table.
Does a cordless leaf vacuum include the battery?
Only if the included-parts line names it. WORX, Flymo, AIVOLT, and Gribouillage name batteries. SEYVUM names two 4.0 Ah batteries and does not name a charger. The RYOBI OBV18 excludes the battery and charger, so about £167.95 is not ready to run. Some 40 V tools run two packs at once, so two batteries can mean one session. Gribouillage prints both 3000 mAh and 1500 mAh, and both 21 V and 18 V.
What noise rules apply to a leaf vacuum in the UK?
Leaf blowers and leaf collectors must be noise-marked under the Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001. They are not on the list with a maximum sound-power cap. Neighbour noise can be a statutory nuisance under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, section 79. Brighton & Hove and Southampton do not investigate ordinary leaf blowers. The 80 dB(A) and 85 dB(A) action values are for employers, not a householder.
Can a cordless leaf vacuum clear wet leaves?
Treat soaked mats as a clog, not as a spec you can assume. Flymo’s UK guide says soaked leaves often need a rake. AIVOLT names speeds 3–4 for stubborn wet leaves. Gribouillage limits the job to dry leaves and dust. RYOBI reviews often report clogs on damp leaves and hedge clippings. WORX does not put wet leaves in the spec. Vacuum sessions in UK reviews often land around 10–20 minutes. A line of up to 60 minutes is a low-speed claim. A separate comparison covers a rake.
What should you do if the tool shocks you?
Stop and contact the seller if the tool shocks you, smells of burning, or a pack is swollen or stuck. One of five UK reviews of the AIVOLT reports shocks at the handle. That is one report, not a failure rate. Electrical Safety First says keep people and pets about 15 metres away, do not use the tool from a ladder, and remove the battery before you clear a blockage. Charge lithium packs on a hard surface with the supplied charger.
Do two batteries mean two vacuum sessions?
Not always. Some 40 V tools run two packs at once, so two batteries can be one session rather than a spare. Brand lines of up to 60 minutes are low-speed claims. Magazine and UK review sessions for vacuuming often land around 10–20 minutes. A cordless vac does not run as long as a plugged-in 3000 W motor. Blow dry leaves into a pile first, then vacuum, and take the battery out before you clear a clog.
Our verdict
In this set the top pick is the WORX WG583E at about £199.99. The card score is 90. The style name states 2 x 2.0 Ah batteries and a dual-port charger, with a 12:1 mulch ratio, wheels, and a bag. amazon.co.uk shows 4.5 from 55 reviews. UK reviews praise suction and also report short full-power runtime. The WORX UK page advertises two 4.0 Ah packs; that line is not merged with the amazon.co.uk style name. Best value is the SEYVUM CXJ01 at about £139.99, with two 4.0 Ah batteries, six speeds, and a 45 L bag. The item weight is 6.81 kg, a charger is not named, and some UK texts on the page name AIVOLT. The Gribouillage card score is 100 because the listing is 5.0 from one review. That score takes no badge.
Best value
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SEYVUM CXJ01 blower and vacuum
Best value at about £139.99: two 4.0 Ah batteries and a 45 L bag, with 6.81 kg and no charger named.
Editorial
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
Updated: October 2026
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Guides to cordless leaf vacuums
Guides on what to look for, how to use a product, and common mistakes.
Cordless leaf vacuum buying guideVacuum function, battery in the box, bag, ratio, and weight, without the product cards.Who each listing is forWho should buy each of the six, and who should skip it.How to use a cordless leaf vacuumBlow, then vacuum, then clear a clog with the battery out.Wet leaves and a cordless leaf vacuumDamp versus soaked, and why a vac clogs.Cordless or corded leaf vacuumWhen a mains vac around £40 to £65 is the better buy.
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Sources
Public UK sources used for this comparison. Listing prices, stars, and review counts are from the amazon.co.uk pages for the six ASINs. There is no laboratory test.
- GOV.UK — Noise: outdoor equipment (retrieved October 2026)
- GOV.UK — Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001 (retrieved October 2026)
- Environmental Protection Act 1990, section 79 (retrieved October 2026)
- HSE — Noise at work: employers (retrieved October 2026)
- Electrical Safety First — Leaf blowers and garden vacs (retrieved October 2026)
- Flymo UK — Leaf blowing wet leaves (retrieved October 2026)
- WORX UK — WG583E 40V blower and vacuum (retrieved October 2026)
- Gardeners' World — Best leaf blowers and vacuums (retrieved October 2026)
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