The advantage is obvious in that there is no fuel oil-mix required. I'm using Husqvarna non-ethanol fuel and HONDA 10W-30 API Service SN Power Equipment engine oil. I do change the two ounces of oil more frequently than recommended simply for a little added protection. This blower is great for occasional use around the house and I have no complaints with its performance.. My communication with the manufacturer has indeed been a pleasure.
I cannot stand 2 cycle motors just because of dealing with oil mix. This blower is at a nice price point that you won't find in a store. I came close to spending 200+ in store till I found this one. Came with oil and build quality is pretty good. Started first pull. Let it warm up and run through most gas before I started initial break in. It certainly does move a lot of air. It took care of dry grass and wet grass. Leaves were no problem, neither was rocks or branches. If you run ethanol gas through it. I highly recommend you don't. Because it eats the fuel lines and deacreases overall life. But if you do. Make sure you add stabil ethanol treatment additive. It will definitely help. I say this from experience. It does get pretty darn warm when running for a bit. Mine did after an hour. Not to worried about it. But I will watch it. Tank is not big by any means. But the fuel does last. So it evens out. For my first blower purchase ever. I have no regrets with this one.
Bought this to help with leaf removal from our yard. I was happy to find a blower that takes regular gas rather than having to buy additive for a 2 cycle. This blower was fairly lightweight and had a lot of power. Easy to start. Very pleased with my purchase!