Black & Decker 20V MAX Cordless Sweeper, Leaf Blower with Battery & Charger

Why this compact sweeper earned a spot by my garage door

A good cordless sweeper should disappear in your hand and get small jobs done before you’ve had time to second-guess grabbing it. That’s been my experience with Black+Decker’s 20V sweeper. It’s not a leaf-mover for fall cleanups, and it doesn’t pretend to be. Instead, it’s a lightweight, low-noise tool built to clear hard surfaces fast—porches, patios, walkways, driveways, garages—and it nails that brief.

Design and ergonomics

At 4.5 pounds, this is a true one-hand tool. The balance is centered right around the grip, so my wrist doesn’t fight the nose tipping down as I sweep. The microtextured handle has just enough tack without feeling rubbery, and the compact body (about 19 inches long) makes it easy to snake around patio furniture or into a car interior.

Controls are simple: a trigger for normal operation and a POWERBOOST button when you need extra push. There’s no complicated interface to scroll through, no screen, and no modes to memorize. Press and go. The tube locks in securely and has a narrow outlet that focuses the airstream—helpful for lifting stubborn grit from joints in pavers or expansion cuts in concrete.

The charger is a wall-mountable base, which sounds like a small thing, but it’s helped me keep the battery parked and ready instead of hunting for a cord on a shelf. Slide the 20V MAX battery on and the pack is topped up in roughly an hour.

Performance on hard surfaces

All the headline number says is “up to 130 MPH,” which tells you about air speed but not total airflow. In practice, this sweeper has a concentrated, precise stream that’s ideal for dry debris on hard surfaces. On my back patio, it pushes oak leaves, seed pods, and fine dust into neat lines without scattering them. Along the driveway, it clears sand and grit out of the concrete grooves efficiently. It’s also great at chasing cobwebs out of basement corners and blowing sawdust off a bench.

The POWERBOOST button is the trick up its sleeve. In standard mode, it’s gentle and tidy for daily spruce-ups. Hit BOOST and you can muscle through damp clumps and pine needles. That extra punch is also what I rely on to clear heavier bits—like acorns or soggy leaf edges—though you still need to get the nozzle close to the work.

There are limits. It’s not built to herd a yard’s worth of leaves, and it won’t lift matted, wet piles in grass. If I let the front walk accumulate for weeks, I still use a bigger blower. But for frequent, short cleanups, this is faster and frankly more pleasant.

Battery, runtime, and the 20V ecosystem

The included 2.0Ah 20V MAX lithium-ion battery delivers up to about 25 minutes in light-duty use. My real-world runtime has been:

• 22–25 minutes of light sweeping with occasional bursts of BOOST
• 15–18 minutes if I lean on BOOST heavily

That’s enough to do my front walk, two porches, the garage, and a quick pass on the back patio. Runtime falls off predictably if you attack heavy, damp debris in BOOST. If you already own other Black+Decker 20V MAX tools, swapping in a higher-capacity pack (3.0Ah or 4.0Ah) stretches sessions meaningfully and is worth considering if you want fewer charging breaks. The 60-minute charge cycle is handy; I can plug in a depleted 2.0Ah pack at lunch and be back at it mid-afternoon.

A note on storage and care: lithium packs like to be stored cool and partially charged, and they don’t need to be run to empty. I keep mine on the wall charger only until the indicator shows full, then pop it off.

Noise and comfort

This is noticeably quieter than gas blowers and a touch quieter than many high-output cordless models. I can use it early in the morning without feeling like I’m waking the block. The tone is more of a whoosh than a whine, and there’s very little vibration through the grip. Even so, I still wear ear protection out of habit—prolonged exposure to any blower adds up.

Because it’s so light, it’s easy to keep the nozzle low and the angle shallow, which is the most efficient way to move debris without kicking it back at yourself. I haven’t had hand fatigue or forearm strain, even on longer sessions.

Where it shines

A few jobs where this sweeper has become my go-to:

• Porches, decks, and patios: Keeps boards and pavers clear of dust and dry leaves in minutes.
• Driveways and sidewalks: Sweeps sand, grit, and seasonal litter off flat concrete effectively.
• Garage floors: Blows sawdust and road salt debris out quickly without stirring up huge dust clouds.
• Vehicles: With doors open, it’s great for ejecting dirt and pet hair from under seats and in cargo areas. Keep the nozzle a bit back to avoid dislodging floor mats.
• Light, powdery snow: In a pinch, it clears a fresh dusting from cars and steps. Don’t expect miracles beyond an inch or two.

Build, durability, and maintenance

The housing is typical Black+Decker homeowner-grade plastic—tough enough for everyday use if you avoid abusing it. The tube scuffs, as all blow tubes do, but locks tight and hasn’t loosened. Internally, it’s a brushed motor design, which is normal at this price. I keep the intake vents clear of leaves and hair, and every so often I wipe down the tube to cut static that makes dust cling.

There’s a two-year limited warranty. I haven’t had to use it; nothing about the tool feels fragile. Just be mindful on gravel or mulch where it can kick small stones, and don’t try to pry or scrape with the nozzle.

Limitations and trade-offs

• Power ceiling: It’s a sweeper, not a leaf-removal blower. Expect efficient housekeeping, not yard-clearing muscle.
• Airflow profile: The focused outlet is great for precision but doesn’t move big piles quickly.
• Controls: No variable-speed trigger or cruise control—just trigger plus BOOST. Simple, but you do need to hold the buttons.
• No vacuum/mulch mode: Strictly a blower.
• Tube length: Fixed; taller users might wish for an extra inch or two to keep the nozzle low without bending.

None of these are dealbreakers for its intended use, but they’re worth knowing before you buy.

Tips for better results

• Keep the nozzle 2–4 inches off the surface and sweep in overlapping arcs; it lifts grit from joints more effectively than a straight push.
• Use standard mode for general sweeping, then pulse BOOST only where needed to save battery.
• Start at the far edge and work toward a disposal spot to avoid rework.
• For damp debris, lower the angle so you “slice” under the pile rather than try to lift it outright.
• If you need longer sessions regularly, invest in a higher-capacity 20V MAX battery.

Who it’s for

This sweeper is ideal for homeowners and renters who want:

• Quick, cordless cleanup of hard surfaces
• Low noise and minimal weight
• A simple, reliable tool that pairs with existing 20V MAX batteries

If your fall routine involves corralling heavy, wet leaf drifts or you want to push big piles across a lawn, you’ll be happier with a higher-CFM cordless blower or a corded/gas unit.

Recommendation

I recommend the Black+Decker 20V sweeper as a lightweight, quiet, and genuinely handy hard-surface cleaner. It excels at day-to-day tidying, fits comfortably into the 20V MAX ecosystem, and is easy to live with—no mixing fuel, no extension cords, and no shoulder fatigue. You give up the muscle required for major leaf management and a few convenience features found on more powerful blowers, but in return you get a tool you’ll actually use several times a week. If your priority is keeping porches, walkways, and the garage looking presentable with minimal fuss, this is the right kind of blower to keep within arm’s reach. If you need yard-clearing power, look elsewhere; for everything else, this sweeper hits the mark.