PowerSmart Batteries & Chargers Buying Guide: Models and Features Compared

Start here: pick your voltage platform

PowerSmart runs three separate cordless platforms—20V, 40V, and 80V—and batteries/chargers only work within their own platform. Do not mix voltages or brands. Manuals also advise using only PowerSmart‑approved batteries and chargers.

• 20V: Light, quick jobs. Examples: compact blower kits and 2.0Ah–4.0Ah batteries.
• 40V: Versatile for small–mid lawns; shared batteries across mower, trimmer, blower, and the portable power inverter.
• 80V: For larger lawns, wider decks, and self‑propel options; kits include an 80V 6Ah battery and charger (about 90 minutes to recharge).

Quick picks by yard and task

Choose the tool first by yard size and task, then add compatible batteries/chargers within that same voltage platform.

• Small lawn, simple push mower (40V): [[product:product-817582017988|40V 17" Cordless Push Lawn Mower w/ 4.0Ah Battery & Charger MB2417A]] (includes a 4.0Ah 40V battery and the DB2202A charger).
• Larger lawn, push mower (80V): [[product:product-817582012365|80V 21" Cordless Push Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76821]].
• Need self‑propel (80V): [[product:product-817582017469|80V 21" Cordless Self-propelled Lawn Mower w/ 6Ah Battery & Charger PS76821SRB]] or step up deck width with [[product:product-817582017476|80V 22" Brushless Cordless Self-propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76822SRB]].
• Maximum cutting width per pass (80V, color options): [[product:product-817582013799|80V 26" Brushless Cordless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76826 - RED]] or [[product:product-840432705964|80V 26" Brushless Cordless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76826 - Yellow]].
• Light leaf cleanup (20V, lightest kit): [[product:product-817582012600|20V 120CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two Batteries & Charger PS76101A-2B]].
• Heavier leaf movement (20V, higher airflow): [[product:product-817582018992|450CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two 20V Battery and Charger DB2201B]].
• Trimming/brush cutting (40V): [[product:product-817582016479|40V 13" Cordless Brush Cutter w/ Battery & Charger DB2501]].
• All‑around yardwork starter (40V combo): [[product:product-817582017315|40V String Trimmer & Edger + 40V Leaf Blower Combo Kit with 4.0Ah Battery PS76500C]].
• Portable AC/USB power from 40V batteries: [[product:product-817582016257|300W 40V Power Inverter with 40V Battery DB9801 - Two]].
• Extra 20V batteries: compact runtime pair [[product:product-817582017193|20V 2.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery PS76020B - Two]]; longer 20V runtime [[product:product-817582014093|20V 4.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery PS76440B]].
• Extra 40V battery and charger: [[product:product-817582016516|40V 4.0Ah Replacement Battery DB2102]] and [[product:product-817582016523|40V Battery Charger DB2202A (Battery Not Included)]].

Compatibility, charging, and runtime essentials

Stay within one platform: 20V batteries and chargers work only with 20V tools; 40V with 40V; 80V with 80V. Manuals caution against non‑approved batteries/chargers.

Charging time guidance:

• 80V mowers ship with a platform charger; the included 6Ah battery typically takes about 90 minutes to recharge (model manuals).

• The 40V DB2202A charger is a 4A unit designed for PowerSmart 40V batteries and includes LED status; typical full charges are around 90 minutes (battery and temperature dependent).

• 20V blower kits include two 2.0Ah packs for swap‑and‑go convenience.

Runtime notes (selected):

• [[product:product-817582012600|20V 120CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two Batteries & Charger PS76101A-2B]]: 117 MPH/120 CFM; about 15 minutes per included 2.0Ah battery at max power (two included).

• [[product:product-817582018992|450CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two 20V Battery and Charger DB2201B]]: up to 450 CFM/120 MPH with two 2.0Ah batteries included.

• [[product:product-817582016479|40V 13" Cordless Brush Cutter w/ Battery & Charger DB2501]]: lists roughly 35–50 minutes (two speed settings).

Model highlights (what’s meaningfully different)

80V lawn mowers (larger lawns):

• [[product:product-817582012365|80V 21" Cordless Push Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76821]]: 21" deck, push drive; includes an 80V 6Ah battery and charger; approx. 90‑minute charge time noted in manual.

• [[product:product-817582017469|80V 21" Cordless Self-propelled Lawn Mower w/ 6Ah Battery & Charger PS76821SRB]]: adds self‑propel to the 21" class; manual cites ~90‑minute charge time.

• [[product:product-817582017476|80V 22" Brushless Cordless Self-propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76822SRB]]: wider 22" deck; retailer copy cites up to 60 minutes runtime per charge (conditions vary).

• [[product:product-817582013799|80V 26" Brushless Cordless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76826 - RED]] and [[product:product-840432705964|80V 26" Brushless Cordless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower w/ Battery & Charger PS76826 - Yellow]]: same 26" deck class and 80V system offered in two finishes.

40V yard tools (balanced for small–mid yards):

• [[product:product-817582017988|40V 17" Cordless Push Lawn Mower w/ 4.0Ah Battery & Charger MB2417A]]: compact 17" deck for small lawns; includes one 4.0Ah battery and the DB2202A charger.

• [[product:product-817582016479|40V 13" Cordless Brush Cutter w/ Battery & Charger DB2501]]: 13" trimmer or 10" brush cutter head; 35–50 minute listed runtime.

• [[product:product-817582017315|40V String Trimmer & Edger + 40V Leaf Blower Combo Kit with 4.0Ah Battery PS76500C]]: trimmer cuts 13" with 0.065" line; blower up to 310 CFM/99 MPH; includes one 4.0Ah battery.

• [[product:product-817582016523|40V Battery Charger DB2202A (Battery Not Included)]]: 4A charger with LED indicators for PowerSmart 40V packs.

• [[product:product-817582016516|40V 4.0Ah Replacement Battery DB2102]]: 4.0Ah pack advertised for all PowerSmart 40V tools.

• [[product:product-817582016257|300W 40V Power Inverter with 40V Battery DB9801 - Two]]: provides 120V AC plus USB/PD outputs from a 40V battery; rated 250W continuous/300W peak (match loads accordingly).

20V blowers and batteries (lightest platform):

• [[product:product-817582012600|20V 120CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two Batteries & Charger PS76101A-2B]]: 117 MPH/120 CFM; 3.6 lb tool; two 2.0Ah batteries included.

• [[product:product-817582018992|450CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two 20V Battery and Charger DB2201B]]: up to 450 CFM/120 MPH with a brushless motor; includes two 2.0Ah batteries.

• 20V extra runtime options: [[product:product-817582017193|20V 2.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery PS76020B - Two]] or step up capacity with [[product:product-817582014093|20V 4.0Ah Lithium-Ion Battery PS76440B]].

FAQ: common compatibility and feature questions

• Are PowerSmart 20V, 40V, and 80V batteries interchangeable? No—each works only with its matching‑voltage tools and charger. Use PowerSmart‑approved batteries/chargers only.
• How long does the 80V mower battery take to charge? Manuals for the 80V 6Ah packs cite about 90 minutes to full on the included charger.
• Which charger works with 40V batteries? [[product:product-817582016523|40V Battery Charger DB2202A (Battery Not Included)]] is a 4A charger designed for PowerSmart 40V batteries, such as [[product:product-817582016516|40V 4.0Ah Replacement Battery DB2102]].
• Is there a runtime difference between the 22" and 26" 80V mowers? Wider decks cut more per pass; published runtime guidance is model‑ and condition‑dependent. Retailer copy cites up to 60 minutes for the 22" SP model; other models don’t list a comparable figure.
• Does the 40V 17" mower include a charger—and which one? Yes. [[product:product-817582017988|40V 17" Cordless Push Lawn Mower w/ 4.0Ah Battery & Charger MB2417A]] includes the DB2202A charger.
• Which blower moves more air: 120CFM 20V or 450CFM 20V kit? [[product:product-817582018992|450CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two 20V Battery and Charger DB2201B]] (up to 450 CFM) moves substantially more air than [[product:product-817582012600|20V 120CFM Cordless Leaf Blower w/ Two Batteries & Charger PS76101A-2B]] (120 CFM).
• Can I use a 20V battery with a 40V or 80V tool via an adapter? No supported adapter is provided; cross‑platform use is not supported and is discouraged in manuals.
• Does the 300W inverter charge tool batteries? The inverter draws from a 40V battery to power devices (120V AC and USB/PD). It’s not a charger for tool batteries.
• Is the 26" 80V mower offered in multiple colors? Yes—[[product:product-817582013799|PS76826 - RED]] and [[product:product-840432705964|PS76826 - Yellow]] share the same 26" deck class and 80V system (different finishes).
• What inputs/indicators should I expect on the 40V charger and inverter? DB2202A uses 120V AC/60 Hz input with LED charge status. The 40V inverter provides a 120V AC outlet plus USB/PD outputs and on‑unit indicators (model‑dependent).

Care, charging, and safety tips

• Charge and store batteries at room temperature when possible. Avoid extreme heat/cold during charging.

• Keep battery contacts clean and dry. Insert/remove packs with the tool or charger switched off.

• Follow manual guidance: use only PowerSmart‑approved batteries and chargers for your platform.

What buyers liked (summary of positive themes)

From public tool discussions, shoppers often praise the convenience of sticking to one battery platform to share packs across multiple tools, and they like the value of combo kits for building out a yardwork setup. Use this as general sentiment—not a guarantee of performance for your yard conditions.