Blower or Chainsaw? The smarter buy for your garden depends on the job

Display

Neither product has a display or screen, so this category is effectively not applicable. There’s no digital interface, app, or battery readout beyond the usual battery pack indicators if you use compatible batteries. Winner: tie.

Performance

This is where the choice becomes obvious: these tools are built for completely different tasks. The EGO LB6150 delivers up to 615 CFM of airflow, which is seriously strong for a cordless blower and well suited to clearing autumn leaves from medium to large UK gardens, driveways, patios and decking. For damp British conditions, that high airflow matters because wet leaves and grass clippings are heavier and harder to shift. The variable-speed control also makes it more versatile for light tidying around borders or blasting debris from paths.

The DEWALT DCM565N-XJ is a 30cm compact chainsaw with a brushless motor, designed for cutting timber rather than moving debris. It is the better performer when you need to prune branches, cut up fallen limbs after a storm, or process logs for a fire pit or wood burner. In real-world use, it will be far more useful if your garden tasks involve hedging back overgrown shrubs, dealing with small trees, or cutting firewood. Winner: depends on the task, but for raw garden-clearing speed the EGO wins; for cutting performance the DEWALT wins. If you need one tool for general outdoor cleanup, the EGO is the more broadly useful performer.

Build quality and design

EGO has a strong reputation for premium cordless outdoor power tools, and the LB6150 follows that pattern. It’s a purpose-built blower with a simple, ergonomic design, variable-speed trigger, and enough power to feel like a serious petrol alternative. The tool-only format keeps the price down if you’re already in the EGO 56V ecosystem. For long sessions, the balance and usability of a blower matter, and EGO generally does this very well.

DEWALT’s DCM565N-XJ is also well regarded, and the brushless motor is a big plus for durability and efficiency. The compact 30cm bar makes it easier to handle than larger chainsaws, especially for domestic users who want something less intimidating. DEWALT’s build tends to prioritise tough jobsite-style robustness, and that translates well to garden work. Winner: DEWALT for ruggedness and all-round tool confidence, though EGO is the more refined garden-specific design.

Battery life

Both are tool-only products, so battery life depends entirely on the battery you already own or plan to buy. EGO’s 56V platform is the more powerful system on paper, and that usually translates into better sustained output for demanding outdoor tools. With a suitable EGO battery, the LB6150 can clear a lot of ground quickly, but high airflow tools can drain batteries fast at full power. The upside is that the job is often done sooner.

DEWALT’s 18V XR platform is huge, which is a major practical advantage if you already own DEWALT tools. Batteries are widely available, and the platform is easy to expand. However, a chainsaw draws significant power, so runtime will vary a lot depending on wood thickness and how hard you’re working it. Winner: tie on convenience, with EGO winning for power delivery and DEWALT winning if you already own 18V XR batteries and chargers.

Price and value for money

This is the clearest numerical difference: the EGO costs £149.00, while the DEWALT costs £225.20, a gap of £76.20 in EGO’s favour. On pure price, the EGO is the better value because you’re getting a highly capable cordless blower for substantially less money. For many UK homeowners, a blower is also a more frequently used seasonal tool than a chainsaw, especially if you’re dealing with leaves, lawn clippings and patio debris from autumn through winter.

The DEWALT is pricier, but that extra cost is easier to justify if you genuinely need a cordless chainsaw. Chainsaws are specialist tools, and paying more for a compact brushless model from a trusted brand can make sense if you’ll use it regularly. Winner: EGO, because it delivers more accessible value at a much lower entry price.

Game library/features

This category doesn’t apply in the traditional sense, but in tool terms the equivalent is versatility and feature set. The EGO LB6150’s variable-speed control is the standout feature, giving you better control over noise, battery use and debris handling. It’s a straightforward, no-nonsense tool that does one job extremely well.

The DEWALT DCM565N-XJ’s key feature is its brushless motor and compact 30cm bar, which improve efficiency and make it more manageable for domestic pruning and light cutting. It is more specialised than the blower, but more capable when the task is cutting. Winner: tie, because each tool’s feature set is excellent for its intended purpose.

Overall user experience

For most UK garden owners, the EGO blower will feel easier, quicker and more immediately useful. It’s the kind of tool you grab after mowing, during leaf fall, or to clear gravel, paths and patios without the noise and maintenance of petrol. The DEWALT chainsaw is more of a problem-solver: incredibly useful when you need it, but not something every household will reach for often.

If you have a medium to large garden with mature trees, long driveways or lots of leaf fall, the EGO delivers the better day-to-day experience and better value. If you regularly prune branches, cut logs, or maintain woody growth, the DEWALT is the more appropriate purchase. Overall summary: the EGO LB6150 is the better buy for most homeowners because it’s cheaper, powerful, and more broadly useful for typical UK garden cleanup. The DEWALT DCM565N-XJ is the better specialist tool if your main need is cutting timber rather than clearing debris.