Quick verdict
A 52 cc two-stroke backpack rated at 550 CFM and 200 MPH, weighing 17.2 pounds dry, with cruise control, anti-vibration mounts and a padded harness. It suits a half-acre of dry to damp leaves for a buyer who wants gas power at an import price. The caveat is seller-only support and the carburetor fiddling that budget two-strokes often need.
Strengths
- 17.2 lb dry weight is light for a gas backpack
- Cruise control holds throttle on long runs
- Anti-vibration system and padded harness
- Recoil start described as low-effort
- 52 cc engine is a clear step up from any handheld
Weaknesses
- 550 CFM is modest for a backpack and is the maker's own figure
- 1.2 L tank is small for the class
- No dealer network; parts and warranty run through the seller
- Blowing force, mix ratio and runtime are not stated
The overall YardToolLab Score is out of 100. Section scores are out of 10.
Who this backpack blower is for
The Relxxon 52cc backpack sits in the crowded field of import gas backpacks that undercut Husqvarna and Echo by a wide margin. The listing quotes 550 CFM at 200 MPH from a 52 cc two-stroke turning up to 6800 RPM, a 1.2 liter tank, cruise control, anti-vibration mounts and a padded harness, at a dry weight of 17.2 pounds. It is for the homeowner with a half-acre of leaves who wants gas power on a budget and is willing to accept an unknown brand.
This review is based on the maker’s published specifications and on recurring owner feedback. We have not run this product ourselves.
What you get
Relxxon lists the blower, the harness, the tube set and a manual. The numbers on the page are a 52 cc engine, 550 CFM of airflow, 200 MPH air speed, 6800 RPM, a 1.2 liter fuel tank and 17.2 pounds. Cruise control, a recoil start the maker describes as low-effort and an anti-vibration system are called out. Newtons of blowing force, the fuel mix ratio and runtime per tank are not stated. Whether earmuffs, a mixing bottle or tools are included is not mentioned either, which is a contrast with some rival import kits.
Blowing performance
550 CFM at 200 MPH is handheld-plus territory rather than big-backpack power: enough for dry and lightly damp leaves across a half-acre of turf, grass clippings on long sidewalks and pine straw under trees, and short of what a 63 cc unit or a Husqvarna 150BT will move when the leaves are wet and matted. As with every small-brand listing, the airflow figure is the maker’s own and may be measured without the tube. Owners of this class describe it as a worthwhile step up from a handheld, not a commercial machine.
Engine, fuel and starting
A 1.2 liter tank is on the small side for a backpack; the maker’s claim that you can fuel once and finish depends on the yard. Fuel is a gas and oil mix, ratio per the manual. The recoil system is marketed as easy-pull, and the cruise control holds a throttle setting for long runs. The recurring complaints with import two-strokes apply: a carburetor that may need adjusting from new, sensitivity to stale fuel and a manual that is thin on detail. Use fresh fuel, the correct oil and a stabilizer.
Harness, handling and ergonomics
At 17.2 pounds dry the Relxxon is lighter than most 50 cc backpacks, which is the most useful number in the listing for anyone who will wear it for an hour. The harness is padded and the anti-vibration system is meant to isolate the engine from the frame. Owners of similar units report the straps are comfortable enough but the buckles and padding are basic, and that the tube clamps need checking. Hearing protection is essential; no decibel figure is published.
Living with it
Maintenance is the standard two-stroke routine: clean the air filter, check the plug, keep the fuel fresh and empty the tank before storage. There is no dealer network; support and warranty run through the Amazon seller, and parts are generic. That is fine for an owner who can turn a carburetor screw and a drawback for one who cannot. Keep the order details in case a claim is needed.
Alternatives to Consider
The Husqvarna 150BT costs more but brings a proven 51 cc engine and dealers nationwide. The Poulan Pro PR48BT is a longstanding budget backpack with parts at big-box stores. If your lot is under half an acre, the Echo PB-2520 handheld gas blower may be all you need and is lighter still.
Verdict
Buy the Relxxon 52cc backpack if you want a light gas backpack at an import price for dry-to-damp leaves on a half-acre, and you accept seller-only support. Skip it if you need a blower for heavy wet leaf loads, or if long-term parts availability and first-pull reliability matter more than the saving.
Full specifications
Relxxon 52cc 2-Stroke Gas Backpack Leaf Blower, 550 CFM 200 MPH, 17.2 lb FAQs
The 150BT is rated at 765 CFM from a similar 51 cc engine, so the Relxxon sits well below it on paper. 550 CFM at 200 MPH is enough for dry and lightly damp leaves on a half-acre; wet matted leaves will take longer.
Not stated. The 1.2 liter tank is on the small side for a backpack, so plan on refueling partway through a large yard at full throttle.
The listing does not give a ratio. Follow the manual, use fresh gasoline with quality two-stroke oil, and add a stabilizer if the blower will sit between uses.
At 17.2 pounds dry with padded straps and anti-vibration mounts it should be easier on the shoulders than most 50 cc backpacks. Owners of similar import units describe the padding as adequate rather than plush.
