DEWALT DCBL722P1 20V MAX* XR® Brushless Cordless Handheld Blower Kit review

A ready-to-start kit with one 5 Ah battery

DCBL722P1 packages DEWALT’s 20V MAX* XR brushless handheld blower with one DCB205 5 Ah battery, one DCB115 charger and one concentrator nozzle. The exact U.S. product page lists those items. That makes the P1 a more complete starting point than DCBL722B, whose exact page labels it tool-only and says the battery and charger are sold separately.

The distinction is about the box, not a different advertised blower rating. Both exact pages describe the DCBL722 brushless handheld blower and list up to 450 CFM plus up to 125 mph with the concentrator. If you already own a compatible battery and charger, the B may be the more economical package fit; if you need those components, the P1 keeps the primary pieces together in one purchase. Neither choice includes a second pack according to the P1 listing.

Airflow ratings describe a boundary, not a cleanup result

DEWALT’s exact P1 page advertises 450 CFM and 125 mph when the concentrator is attached. The concentrator narrows the stream toward a tighter area, which can be useful for directing debris along an edge or out of a corner. The page does not establish how quickly the blower clears wet leaves, a deep pile or a long driveway. Treat the values as published maximum specifications, not as a guarantee about a particular yard.

For a light, ordinary cleanup, a handheld format is often easier to carry and point than a backpack unit. That is a format tradeoff, not a statement that this blower will suit every property. A buyer who needs more air volume should compare products with a higher manufacturer-published CFM figure rather than deciding from the 125 mph maximum alone. Speed, airflow volume, nozzle shape and battery charge all affect the work plan.

Control and setup details

The product page lists a brushless motor, variable-speed trigger and speed lock. Those controls are more flexible than a fixed two-speed switch: they let the operator vary and hold a setting instead of treating every pass as full output. The manual cover labels the trigger, speed-lock lever, blower tube, battery and concentrator. It also gives a tube-assembly procedure; the tube must click into place and be checked before use. The manual says the concentrator focuses airflow into a tighter area.

The manual is an ownership source, not proof of kit contents. Here, the exact P1 page supplies the kit distinction: one DCB205 5 Ah battery and one DCB115 charger. That is the configuration a shopper should select when the ordinary questions require one included battery and a charger. A two-battery need does not fit this package; a battery-count filter must not treat one 5 Ah pack as two.

Keep noise and weight claims in their proper lanes

The exact page lists a 62 dB(A) noise rating, but it does not say where or how the sound was measured. That figure cannot be compared directly with a 50-foot bystander value or an operator-at-ear reading. The site therefore leaves the 50-foot measurement unknown rather than turning a single number into a stronger claim. Use the operating and hearing-protection instructions applicable to the work, even when a product description emphasizes a noise label.

The product page’s structured specification also reports 9.42 lb as “Assembled Product Weight.” It gives no clear battery/nozzle basis or measurement method. That number is preserved as a maker listing but is not treated as a confirmed ready-to-use weight. If your limit is strict, ask DEWALT for the exact configuration basis. The exact listing and inspected manual do not provide a dependable per-charge runtime. A 5 Ah pack is a real package advantage, but it is not a minutes-per-charge promise.

How the ordinary questions change the result

Battery power and handheld style are the natural starting choices. Requiring exactly one included battery, at least 5 Ah and a charger points to the P1 kit; asking for tool-only equipment instead points away from it and toward DCBL722B. A 450 CFM minimum reaches the stated maximum when paired with the concentrator requirement; a 451 CFM floor is beyond the specification. A strict 50-foot noise ceiling remains unanswered because the manufacturer provides no matching measurement basis.

Compare the P1 with DEWALT’s DCBL724W1 if you want a 20V handheld kit with a higher published airflow maximum and different exact package contents. The 724 family’s exact B/W1 suffixes also matter: the W1 package and tool-only B are not interchangeable. These are manufacturer specification comparisons, not side-by-side tests. If you mainly want a blower and already own DEWALT 20V battery gear, avoid paying twice for parts by checking the B listing before purchasing.

Care and use

The DCBL722 manual says not to use the blower on wet surfaces or expose it to rain, and directs the owner to remove the battery before storage, cleaning, adjustment or leaving the machine unattended. Keep the inlet unobstructed, secure the tube, and follow the manual for battery handling. The exact page’s warranty terms and retailer availability can change, so confirm them before buying.

Bottom line: DCBL722P1 is a straightforward single-battery 20V kit for a shopper who values a brushless handheld blower, a 5 Ah pack, charger and concentrator in one box. Its advertised 450 CFM/125 mph makes a useful screening point, while its actual runtime, ready-to-work weight and 50-foot noise level remain unknown. Choose the B instead only if you already have the compatible battery and charger.

Primary sources: DEWALT’s exact DCBL722P1 U.S. product page and the DCBL722 20V Max Axial Blower instruction manual.