Blower Vac Mulcher Review

WORX WG583 40V 3-in-1 Blower Vac Mulcher: Specs, Pros & Cons

⚡ Overview: One Tool That Blows, Vacuums, and Mulches

The WG583 is WORX’s 40V cordless leaf tool. It runs as a blower, or you swap in a wheeled vacuum tube without tools and it sucks leaves into a bag while a 2-stage impeller shreds them at a rated 12:1 ratio. The kit comes with two 4.0Ah PowerShare batteries, a dual charger, a collection bag, and both tubes.

The trade-offs are weight and runtime. In vacuum mode it weighs 11.5 lb with the batteries, WORX publishes no runtime figure, and the company’s own spec numbers don’t agree with each other. I found no independent bench test, so this review leans on WORX’s specs, one hands-on UK review, and thousands of retailer ratings.

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Yes, if you want to blow, vacuum, and mulch with one battery tool and your yard is small to mid-size. Reviewers like the suction and the mulching, and the kit includes everything. It’s heavy as a vacuum and the batteries don’t last long at full power. Choose a blower-only tool like the EGO LB7654 if you mostly blow, or the EGO LB5302 for a lighter blower.

• Best for: small to mid-size yards with falling leaves, where bagging and mulching save a trip with the mower
• Standout strength: three jobs in one tool, with a complete kit and a 12:1 mulch ratio, and a 4.3 out of 5 average across more than 4,000 Walmart ratings
• Biggest weakness: 11.5 lb in vacuum mode, short battery life at full power, and a bag that fills fast
• Skip it if: you only need a blower, have a large property, or want a light, quiet tool

Score basis: raised by the 3-in-1 design, the complete kit, strong retailer ratings, and a hands-on review that found the pick-up and mulching strong; lowered by the weight, the lack of any published runtime, noise, vacuum jamming reports, and spec sheets that disagree with each other. It’s an editorial judgment, not a lab score, and it isn’t based on hands-on testing.

Availability note. WORX sells the WG583 as a kit with two 4.0Ah batteries and a dual charger, and as a tool-only version (listed as WG583.9) with no batteries or charger. The WORX US pages I opened show no price. Walmart listed the kit at $299.99 and Tractor Supply at $279.99, but I can’t tell how current those figures are. There’s also a UK and European version, the WG583E, with a different bag size and warranty. I couldn’t open Amazon, so check the listing for the seller, price, and whether batteries are included.

In the kit

Blower, vac, and mulcher unit

WG583, brushless, 2-stage impeller

Two 4.0Ah batteries

20V PowerShare, combined for 40V

Dual charger

4A, charges both batteries

Collection bag

1 bushel

Blower tube and vac tube

Wheeled vac tube; tool-free swap

Sold separately or not included

Tool-only version

WG583.9: no batteries or charger

Extra 20V PowerShare batteries

For longer jobs

Leaf Pro Universal Collection System

Not compatible, per WORX

📊 Specifications

Core specs

Figures that vary by source or region

These are the numbers where sources disagree. I show each one instead of picking a winner.

💨 Power and Airflow: What 340 CFM and 12:1 Mean

WORX rates the WG583 at up to 340 CFM on high and 200 CFM on low, with air speeds of 185 MPH on high and 116 MPH on low in its spec table. Its headline says 210 MPH, so the numbers on WORX’s own page don’t line up. I found no independent measurement of blowing force, so I can’t put it on the newton scale I use for EGO and STIHL blowers.

What reviewers say is more useful. A UK reviewer who tested the WG583E outdoors found the blowing strong at full power: it shifted wet leaves off paving and dislodged debris from under pots and low shrubs. He found the vacuum pick-up strong and the 12:1 mulch claim realistic, though the bag filled quickly. He also noted that it has less raw power than large petrol blowers. On Walmart’s page, buyers praise the suction (leaves, acorns, and pine cones) and the metal impeller’s shredding, while the same page notes a risk of picking up gravel.

Tractor Supply’s Q&A says it can vacuum and mulch pine needles but works best when they’re completely dry. One reviewer jammed the tube by vacuuming large piles at once, so feed it gradually. I haven’t used this tool, so I’m passing along their experience, not mine. If you’re comparing options, the current Amazon listing shows what’s bundled.

🔋 Battery, Runtime, and What You’re Buying Into

The kit uses two 20V PowerShare batteries, 4.0Ah each, that work together as a 40V pack. Together they store about 160 Wh at their nominal rating. WORX gives no runtime for the WG583, so here is everything I found:

None of these is a bench test. If the 15 to 20 minute figure were right, it would mean an average draw of roughly 480 to 640 W (160 Wh divided by the runtime). That’s my rough arithmetic, not a measurement.

In plain terms, plan on well under an hour of hard use per charge, and less if you stay on high. The two-speed control and eco mode help stretch it, and vacuuming and mulching likely draw more than blowing, though I couldn’t confirm that.

Charging and spare batteries

The dual charger fills both batteries in about 2 hours, per Walmart and Tractor Supply. That’s longer than a typical job, so a second pair of batteries is the practical fix for a big yard. Because it’s the PowerShare system, the 20V batteries also fit WORX’s 20V tools, and WORX says its chargers work across 20V, 40V, and 80V tools.

If you already own WORX 20V batteries, the tool-only version (WG583.9) can save money, and you’d need two batteries to run it. On cost, check the Amazon listing for what the kit includes today.

⚖️ Weight, Noise, Build, and Real-World Use

Weight and handling

WORX lists the WG583 at 8.4 lb with batteries in blower mode and 11.5 lb in vacuum mode, with 5.5 lb and 8.6 lb for the bare tool. The vacuum tube has a wheel, which takes some of the strain, and reviewers mention a long tube and an adjustable strap. Weight is the most common complaint: Walmart’s review summary calls it cumbersome to handle, while the UK reviewer found it manageable. Some buyers want an extra handle to hold the vac tube steady.

Noise

WORX’s US pages list no noise figure. The UK WG583E is listed at 84.7 dBA, the UK reviewer called it moderate and in line with other 40V tools but not quiet, and a Tractor Supply reviewer says ear protection is needed. Noise rules vary by town, so check your local ordinance.

Build, modes, and limits

The brushless motor and 2-stage impeller are WORX’s stated build, and reviewers credit a metal impeller for the shredding. The swap between blower and vacuum is tool-free, and an on-board indicator shows battery level. Two limits are worth knowing: the wheeled vac tube can’t be used in blowing mode, and the tool isn’t compatible with WORX’s Leaf Pro Universal Collection System. The bag fills quickly because it holds about a bushel, so you’ll empty it often on a big yard. I found no long-term durability data for the WG583, so I can’t say how it holds up after seasons of use.

What the specs suggest, by job

These are reasoned from the specs and reviewer notes, not from my own testing.

• Fall leaf cleanup on a lawn: the vacuum and mulch modes are the draw, and the 12:1 ratio cuts how many bags you haul.
• Garden beds and corners: blow leaves out from under shrubs and pots, then vacuum them up.
• Driveways and patios: blower mode at 8.4 lb is easier to carry than the vacuum setup.
• Acorns, pine cones, and twigs: buyers say it picks them up, but watch for gravel.
• Pine needles and wet leaves: best when dry, per Tractor Supply. Wet material is a clogging risk, which is my inference from the jamming reports.

⚔️ How the WG583 Compares

CFM is a manufacturer rating and says little about force, and the WG583 is the only tool here that also vacuums and mulches. Treat this as a rough guide to what each one is for, not a like-for-like contest.

Rated air volume (CFM), manufacturer figures

If you want leaf pick-up and mulching without buying a separate machine, the WG583 is the only one of these that does it. If you mostly blow, see my EGO LB7654 review or my EGO LB5302 review. If you already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries, compare the DEWALT DCBL722B before buying into a different battery system.

⭐ Owner Feedback, Pros and Cons

I read the owner feedback shown on two US retailer pages. Walmart shows an average of 4.3 out of 5 from 4,124 ratings, with 64% five-star and 6% one-star, and Tractor Supply shows 4.1 out of 5 from 108 reviews, with 73% of reviewers recommending it. Both pages use machine-written summaries, so I’m treating the themes as hints, not facts. Buyers praise the suction, the mulching, how easy it is to switch modes, and the price for what you get. The recurring complaints are weight, short battery life, noise, and the tube jamming on big piles. I can’t verify how the ratings were calculated, and they may include the tool-only version.

The points below are my analysis of the specs and sources above:

🎯 Who Should Buy It

❓ WORX WG583 FAQ

What’s included in the WORX WG583 kit?

WORX lists two 4.0Ah PowerShare batteries, a 4A dual charger, a collection bag, a blower tube, and a wheeled vacuum tube. A tool-only version, listed as WG583.9, has no batteries or charger. Read the listing to see which one ships.

How powerful is the WG583?

WORX rates it at up to 340 CFM, with 350 CFM on high and 200 CFM on low in its spec table, and 185 MPH on high and 116 MPH on low. Its headline says 210 MPH, so its own figures don’t match. I found no independent force test, but a UK hands-on review found it strong at full power.

How long does the battery last?

WORX gives no runtime. A UK reviewer says full power drains the batteries fairly quickly and recommends a spare for big jobs, and an AI-generated summary on one retailer page says 15 to 20 minutes. Plan on a second set of batteries for a large yard.

Does it mulch well?

WORX rates the mulch ratio at 12:1, meaning about 12 bags of leaves reduced to 1. The UK reviewer found that claim realistic, with a very full but compacted bag that suits composting. Buyers praise the metal impeller, though the bag fills quickly.

How heavy is it?

In blower mode it’s 8.4 lb with batteries and 5.5 lb bare. In vacuum mode it’s 11.5 lb with batteries and 8.6 lb bare, per Walmart and Tractor Supply. The wheeled vac tube helps carry the load.

Can it pick up wet leaves or pine needles?

Tractor Supply’s Q&A says it can vacuum and mulch pine needles but works best when they’re completely dry. One reviewer jammed the tube with large piles, so wet or heavy material is a clogging risk.

Can I use other WORX batteries?

The kit uses two 20V PowerShare batteries combined into 40V. WORX says its batteries and chargers work across its 20V, 40V, and 80V tools, so check the compatibility list for your batteries.

What warranty does the WG583 have?

Sources disagree. WORX’s product FAQ says 5 years on the tool, while some retailer pages and the WORX site footer list 3 years, and the UK model lists 2 years extendable to 3. Check the terms for your seller and register the tool if the warranty requires it.

🏆 Final Verdict

The WORX WG583 is a practical leaf tool for a homeowner who wants to blow, vacuum, and mulch with one set of batteries. The kit is complete, buyers rate it well, and a hands-on reviewer found the pick-up and mulching strong. What holds it back is the weight in vacuum mode, the short battery life at full power, and a spec sheet that doesn’t agree with itself.

If your yard is small to mid-size and you want less to haul to the curb, it fits well. If you mostly blow, a blower-only tool is lighter and stronger. If it fits how you work, you can check the latest price, what’s included, and what other buyers say on Amazon.

📸 WORX WG583 Photos

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✅ Before You Buy: Quick Checklist

A few details vary by seller and region, so it’s worth a minute on the listing to confirm:

• Kit or tool only: the kit has two 4.0Ah batteries and a dual charger; the WG583.9 tool-only version has neither
• The model: WG583 is the US version; WG583E is the UK and European one
• Your batteries: if you own WORX 20V PowerShare packs, you may only need the tool
• The warranty: confirm the term and whether registration is required
• Current price, availability, and what ships in the box

See all five on the Amazon listing ➔

How this review was made: It’s built from WORX’s US product pages, Walmart and Tractor Supply listings and ratings, a UK retailer listing, and a hands-on review of the UK WG583E. I haven’t tested this tool myself, and I found no independent bench test of it. Where sources disagree, I show both numbers and say so.

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