My first toro lasted 10 years.My first issue was excessive tension at the electrical plug,the second ,the variable speed control knob fell off and the last was the motor became very noisey.I used it a lot for blowing grass/leaves from my driveway and eavestroughs and sucking up leaves in the fall.
Pros: the new design where the power cord connects.
I had a previous version of this blower, and really liked it. This new model is not only heavier by 4 or 5 pounds, it takes 2 to 3 times longer to do the same area. I am very disappointed with this new model and wish I had tried it before I threw the box away, else I would have sent it back and bought a different brand.
Response from ToroDealer.comBy Customer Care Team, Customer Service, January 11, 2019
I'm sorry to hear you had issues with the weight of the unit. Depending on if you are using it as both a blower and vacuum or just a blower, we do have some lighter options for you. For blower only units we have (model# 51701) that weighs in at 3.85 lbs (with the battery), or for a corded unit (model# 51585) which is 4.7 lbs. If you do use the vacuum feature our lightest blower vac is 6.5 lbs (model# 51617). As for the performance of the blower, we recommend using a 14 gauge extension cord to provide a full stream of power to the motor allowing it to run efficiently. If you are still having performance issues after trying the extension cord, we'd recommend having the unit inspected by an Authorized Service Dealer. You're nearest authorized dealer can be found at (www.Toro.com/Locator). Thank you.
This is the second leaf vacuum I have purchased. The metal impeller is a key feature. Deals with large quantities of fall leaves in an efficient manner. Compacts them nicely for composting.
I took the time to visit your booth at the Mn. State fair, and suggested that what would make it even better if possible to add to the length of the intake side to allow for a more versatile use rather than having to man handle the entire appliance wherever you need it. I’m not sure if the CFM would support a greater length, but I think it may be worth considering.
I’m a 74 year widow and I bought this to replace the Toro blower/leaf vacuum that I had for over 20 years. It’s a little heavier than my old one but much more powerful.
I bought my second Toro blower-vac. First one was purchased in 2003. Seems like this one is a little more powerful than the first one. I have only used the blower, this fall I will use the vacuum feature with fall leaves.
Excellent product, powerful enough (blowing and vacuuming leaves) for all applications.
on August 27, 2018
Posted by: Thomas01
from Annapolis,Md.
Expertise:Intermediate
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is our second Ultra Toro blower / vac iin 4years.; my husband uses it three times a week summer and fall blowing and vacuuming up leaves.The Ultra has enough power not only to blow the leaves into piles but also enough to reduce the amount (15 / 1) while vacuuming it up. The only weak point we have found was the plastic zipper on the collection bag.(remedied with a metal oversized one)