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DeWalt DCBL777 60V MAX vs Ryobi RY40460 40V Jet Fan

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

DeWalt DCBL777 60V MAX comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.1 vs 3.7). The gap is mostly about Existing DeWalt 20V/60V FLEXVOLT owners and noise-conscious buyers who want strong airflow on a familiar battery platform. — read the strengths below before deciding.

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DeWalt DCBL777 60V MAX

4.1

2 sourcesall derived$299as of Aug 3

The DeWalt DCBL777Y1 suits DeWalt cordless owners and anyone who prizes low noise. It pushes 760 CFM at 160 MPH, and Pro Tool Reviews highlighted its big noise-reduction gains, measuring just 75 to 79 dB across modes. It scored 64/100 overall in their testing, held back by weight and value rather than capability, and the FLEXVOLT battery works across DeWalt's 60V and 20V tools.

Strengths

— 760 CFM and 160 MPH output competitive with the strongest handhelds
— Notably quiet, measuring 75 to 79 dB at the ear across modes in testing
— Tested force climbs to 18.8 N in turbo with low vibration

Watch-outs

— Around 10 pounds, on the heavier side for a handheld
— Pro Tool Reviews scored it 64/100, behind class leaders on overall value
— Premium kit price for the output it delivers

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Ryobi RY40460 40V Jet Fan

3.7

3 sources1 derived$369.95as of Aug 2

The Ryobi RY40460 40V Jet Fan is the budget entry here, aimed at small yards and existing Ryobi 40V owners who just need dry leaves cleared off paths and patios. It moves around 500 CFM at 110 MPH and is light and cheap, though TechGearLab scored it 56/100 and flagged it as one of the loudest blowers they've tested. It does the basics well and not much more.

Strengths

— Lowest price in this roundup while staying on the popular Ryobi 40V platform
— 500 CFM jet-fan design clears dry leaves and grass clippings easily
— Light at about 9 pounds with the battery, easy to maneuver

Watch-outs

— One of the loudest blowers tested, with noticeable vibration
— Older jet-fan design trails newer brushless models on force
— TechGearLab scored it 56/100, near the bottom of their field

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How they stack up

DeWalt DCBL777 60V MAX

Quieter than the EGO Power+ LB6504 and Greenworks BL80L02 at comparable airflow, but heavier and pricier than the Ryobi RY404130 Whisper Series. Far stronger than the budget Ryobi RY40460.

Ryobi RY40460 40V Jet Fan

The budget option against the EGO Power+ LB6504, Greenworks BL80L02, and DeWalt DCBL777. Noticeably louder and less powerful than the Ryobi RY404130 Whisper Series despite sharing the same 40V platform.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	DeWalt DCBL777 60V MAX	Ryobi RY40460 40V Jet Fan
Voltage	60V MAX FLEXVOLT	40V
Airflow	760 CFM	500 CFM
Air Speed	160 MPH	110 MPH
Tested Force	18.8 N (turbo)	—
Weight	~10.3 lb	~9 lb with battery
Noise	75-79 dB at ear	Among loudest tested
Battery Included	FLEXVOLT 4.0Ah	—
Tested Score	64/100 (PTR)	56/100 (TechGearLab)
Material	Blend	—
Design	—	Jet fan
Runtime	—	~20 min (bundled battery)

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