Best Snow Blowers: Quickly Clear the Path

This electric snow blower has a 15-amp motor. It’s perfect for clearing medium to large driveways and walkways. To clear the snow, it has a four-blade steel auger. It has a width of 18 inches and can cut through snow that’s up to 10 inches deep. Upon clearing the snow, it gets ejected through a 180-degree chute and throws it 25 feet into the air.

You’ll like using this snow blower because it’s low-maintenance. Since it’s electric, there’s no gas or oil required. It also moves an impressive 720 pounds of snow per minute. You can use your snow blower at any time of day thanks to the 23 W halogen light that illuminates your path. When done, you can use the included clean-out tool to remove snow buildup.

The downside of this unit is that you may begin to smell a burning electrical odor. It can also suddenly create a metal grinding noise. The handlebars don’t feel like they’re high-quality and they can become loose no matter how tight you adjust them.

This 22-inch single stage snow blower has a 208cc engine. It comes with an electric start that can effectively start the engine in temperatures as low as 20 below zero. The auger is wear resistant with a rubber edge for effective clearing that won’t damage the surface underneath the snow. The chute rotates 200 degrees.

What makes this snow blower stand out is the large handle on the chute. This makes it easy to adjust the chute at a moment's notice for more agile snow clearing. It also has a quick adjust deflector for easily changing the height and distance that the chute throws the snow.

Unfortunately, the bolts can come loose and cause the auger assembly or belt to come disassembled. It can also be challenging to adjust the height so that the auger doesn’t hit the ground hard when spinning.

This two stage blower has a 208 cc engine and electric start. It clears a width of 24 inches. It has a remote chute and deflector. This larger blower is ideal for clearing large driveways and long sidewalk paths. It can clear all types of surface types. The throwing capacity is high and far.

What makes this blower stand out are the rugged 15-inch tires. These are bigger than standard tires and are tough enough to power over all kinds of terrain. It’s also pleasant to use thanks to the heated grips, electric starter, and LED headlights.

Unfortunately, the plastic components on this blower can become brittle and eventually snap during use. The chute also begins to lose its rotation ability, so you’re limited in how far you can adjust it.

This 24-inch snow blower has a 208cc electric engine. It uses a two stage process to clear snow and expel it out of the chute. The auger and impeller have a 12-inch diameter. The intake height is 23 inches. It’s ideal for clearing large paved and gravel areas such as a three-car driveway and sidewalks.

You’ll find using this blower easy, thanks to the electric start. It’s a great value, easy to assemble, and maneuverable. The controls are conveniently placed, which makes them easier to use while operating the blower.

Unfortunately, plastic is used for some of the components, which results in the machine breaking. Ice tends to build up in the machine, which causes it to stop working. The electric start can cause the motor to grind when starting.

This 13.5-amp snow blower is electric. It clears a path that is 18 inches wide. You’ll easily power through snow that is up to 7.8 inches deep. The cleared snow is then directed out of the 180-degree adjustable chute and thrown up to 20 feet away. The entire unit is designed to be lightweight for easier maneuvering.

What’s nice about this unit is that it has large 6-inch wheels. This helps them to roll over any terrain and not get stuck. It can clear 490 pounds of snow per minute thanks to the 2,000 rotations per minute. The chute is also easily adjustable to make the process even faster.

Unfortunately, this unit leaves a layer of snow behind that’s ¼-inch deep. It also doesn’t do well with compacted snow. The cord design isn’t great and makes managing the cord while using the blower a pain.

This electric snow blower has a 13-amp motor. It will clear a path that’s 20 inches wide and a snow depth of up to 10 inches. There’s a 180-degree adjustable chute that discharges the snow up to 20 feet away. On the back are two wheels that are 7 inches in diameter. This unit is perfect for small yards and driveways.

There are dual LED lights on the front for improved visibility for snow clearing at any time of the day. It’s also lightweight at 32 pounds, which makes it easy for almost anyone to use. The push button start helps you to get started faster. Once running, you’ll notice it creates less noise than other snow blowers.

The downside of this unit is that you’ll have to assemble it upon delivery. Once you go to use it, you’ll discover that the wheels can get stuck. The entire snowblower doesn’t feel sturdy or durable.

This 40-volt cordless snow blower is a single-stage blower. It has a 2.5 Ah battery and a charger. This blower is ideal for small jobs, such as a one-car driveway or small sidewalk. It has a clearing width of 15 inches and can handle snow that’s up to 8 inches deep. The snow chute will expel cleared snow up to 20 feet. Clearing the snow is a two-blade plastic auger.

What makes this blower stand out is the Eco Sharp Technology that eliminates power fades. You have a full 30 minutes of run time on a single charge. It’s also low-maintenance, requiring no gas, oil, or extension cord. It’s also incredibly lightweight at 25 pounds.

Unfortunately, the battery won’t stay properly seated, which will cause the blower to cut out on power in the middle of use. It’s also made of plastic, which may not be strong or durable enough to cut through compacted snow or snow that’s deeper than a few inches.