Black & Decker Cordless Blower (Ns118)

Pros: Light and Airy. Keeps its Promise.

Cons: Suspect on/off switch. No speed control.

The Bottom Line: Black and Decker's little sweeper has exceeded all expectations. It's a keeper.

Review: Black and Decker, based in Towson, Maryland, markets a line of outdoor tools with interchangeable 18 volt batteries. Cordless tools powered by the rechargeable 18-volt battery are: the Hedgehog hedge trimmer, Cordless broom hard surface sweeper, Grasshog®...

Pros: Good wind velocity, Great fit and control, two batteries

Cons: I have to use it.

The Bottom Line: I highly recommend it for "after mowing" cleanup and cleaning out the garage or decks.

Review: Doing yard work blows! Ok, OK. I know that’s a cheap shot lead-in when reviewing a device designed to blow stuff off the sidewalk. I’ve always admitted that I’m cheap and lazy so what else can be expected? As a matter of fact, I’m so ...

Pros: -Worth every penny, cleans up even heavy construction debris, easy to use

Cons: -will not blow debris to IndoChina, does not have wind velocity of an SR-71

The Bottom Line: If you are needing something to make sweeping easier, BUY IT. It's not as powerful as gas, or electrical, but, is very effective.

Review: Let me run down my situation. I am building a new home and needed something to help me clean up messes from myself and contractors alike who are working. There is no electricity at our new home yet. I needed something cordless or gas to get the job ...

Pros: Lightweight, easy-to-use, convenient

Cons: battery

The Bottom Line: Perfect for small, quick jobs.

Review: Actually, my mother first bought this Black & Decker blower for herself to blow off her driveway and sidewalks. She bought me one soon after because she loved hers so much. I told her, I didn't know why she spent the money because I really didn't need ...

Pros: Lightweight, fun and easy to use, maneuverable

Cons: yeah...the battery issue, although cheaper than makita's

The Bottom Line: Buy it - don't wait. You grab it and go. Make great gifts, too.

Review: This is the second cordless blower we own. (the other is the makita) We have bought them both because I guess I am always on a quest for the quicker picker upper, or blower, should I say. I love it! With cordless, there is always the issue of batteries ...

Pros: Easy to charge and insert batteries, Grab and go tool.

Cons: Not for really big jobs, but I'm not doing them anyway.

Review: Although I tend to leave the really heavy duty jobs to my husband, I often need like to take care of quick job outside. I too got tired of hauling out extension cords, having them catch on things and having to reconnect to get the whole job done. It's ...

Pros: Weight, balance, power

Cons: Can't think of any

Review: I can't add a thing to the joetrent review. This is a great cordless tool for your yard. Don't expect it to be as powerful as a backpack gas powered blower but for 99% of my suburban yard needs it works great. Purchased at Amazon. BTW: my ...

Pros: Good battery life, lightweight, no cords

Cons: None.

Review: I bought this blower about a month ago and have used it many times. It works great. It comes with a charger and two batteries. I have used it to blow the grass off my sidewalks, driveway, and porch all with one battery. It easily blows grass off the ...

Pros: Lightweight, no cords, no hassle, blows hard surfaces nicely

Cons: Not good for lawns and gardens - this is made clear on the box.

Review: I love this blower/sweeper. I have a big Toro blower/vacuum which is a pain-in-the-neck when all you want to do is blow your patio and walkways. This B&D unit is lightweight 5.5 pounds and uses batteries (comes with two). It says a charge lasts 3 ...

Pros: Lightweight, comfortable grip, easily maneuvered into corners. Remember the rake when leaves pile up.

Cons: Although I dislike battery-powered anything, is a fun tool- Nothing objectionable noted by the Partnership.

The Bottom Line: Hide it in the closet where no one ever goes. For it's for you Mr & Mrs America. And all the ships at sea. Also for all yard warriors.

Review: Black & Decker's entry in the Cordless Tool Category games The NS118 Blower is a handy addition to the Yard Work Inventory. INTRODUCTION We live on 5.7 Acres of Oak Forest; most of the trees in which are supposed to be evergreen and they ...