What It Actually Is
The DeWalt DCBL722P1 is a cordless handheld leaf blower built on DeWalt’s 20V MAX platform, not a 60V FLEXVOLT tool. The mix-up is easy to make because DeWalt does sell a 60V blower, the DCBL772, but the DCBL722 is the 20V MAX XR model (its nominal voltage is 18V). It is a compact, one-handed blower aimed at clearing leaves, grass clippings, and light debris from lawns, patios, driveways, and porches around the home.
How It Works
The blower uses an XR brushless motor, which runs cooler and more efficiently than a brushed motor and helps extend both runtime and tool life. A variable-speed trigger lets you dial airflow up for stubborn wet leaves or down for delicate flower beds and dry patios, and a speed lock holds a chosen setting so you do not have to squeeze the trigger continuously. The P1 kit ships ready to run with a battery and charger in the box, so there is no separate purchase needed to get started.
Strengths
The appeal here is convenience. There is no cord to manage and no gas to mix, and the tool starts instantly at the pull of a trigger. It is light and well balanced for one-handed use, which makes quick cleanups around the yard easy. Sharing batteries across the large DeWalt 20V MAX range is a real money-saver if you already own other tools on that platform. The brushless motor and variable speed give reasonable control for a compact unit.
Watch-Outs
This is a handheld, homeowner-class blower, so it is not built to match the airflow of a backpack or gas machine on big properties or heavy, wet leaf piles. Runtime depends on the battery you use and the speed you run, so a second battery is worth having for larger jobs. On the highest setting the battery drains faster. If you need to clear a large lot in one pass, a 60V or backpack model is the better tool.
Who It Is For
The DCBL722P1 fits homeowners with small to medium yards who want a grab-and-go blower for patios, decks, driveways, and garage cleanups, especially anyone already invested in DeWalt 20V MAX batteries. If you specifically wanted the higher-powered 60V blower, look at the DCBL772 instead, because this is the 20V MAX model.
Update log
- Jun 8, 2026 — Updated after more research.
- May 24, 2026 — Initial review published.
