{"id":4545,"date":"2020-11-02T23:26:28","date_gmt":"2020-11-02T23:26:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gamerevolution.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/?p=4545"},"modified":"2023-05-30T17:48:20","modified_gmt":"2023-05-30T17:48:20","slug":"the-best-snow-blowers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gamerevolution.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/the-best-snow-blowers\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Snow Blowers"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Earthwise SN70016 Snow Shovel<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Earthwise-SN70016-Electric-Corded-Shovel\/dp\/B073V482GY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Earthwise-SN70016-Electric-Corded-Shovel\/dp\/B073V482GY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41vH0WZupsL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Earthwise-SN70016-Electric-Corded-Shovel\/dp\/B073V482GY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Baby, It's Snowy Outside <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">With everything we look for in a snowblower and more, this option from Earthwise scores the top spot on our list. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Overall<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Earthwise-SN70016-Electric-Corded-Shovel\/dp\/B073V482GY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>If shoveling snow is a difficult task for you (or even if it&#8217;s not), having a truly super-powered snow blower can really come in handy. Enter the Earthwise SN70016 Snow Shovel, which is widely beloved for its user-friendly design and sheer power. This heavy-duty blower is easy to handle; in fact, the adjustable, ergonomic auxiliary handle easily adjusts to your height and comfort level as needed. Plus, the built-in cord retention hook makes starting this blower a cinch, every time. Most impressively, this machine is highly efficient: it can move a whopping 430 pounds of snow per minute.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Super-powerful 12-amp motor<\/li>\n<li>Can move up to 430 pounds of snow in just one minute<\/li>\n<li>Has a 16-inch snow-clearing width and a 30-inch snow-throwing distance<\/li>\n<li>The rear wheels make this shovel easy to transport and operate<\/li>\n<li>Has all the key features: an auxiliary handle, a cord retention hook, rear wheels, and a dual-curved auger blade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the snow is really wet and slushy, it&#8217;s a bit harder to operate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Snow Joe Snow Thrower<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Snow-Joe-SJ625E-Electric-Thrower\/dp\/B00W8YAVRS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Snow-Joe-SJ625E-Electric-Thrower\/dp\/B00W8YAVRS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/412zvXDJIJL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Snow-Joe-SJ625E-Electric-Thrower\/dp\/B00W8YAVRS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Powerfully Efficient and Electric<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Getting rid of snowfall is easy-as-pie with the Snow Joe. <\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Electric<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Snow-Joe-SJ625E-Electric-Thrower\/dp\/B00W8YAVRS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>It&#8217;s hard to pick our favorite thing about the Snow Joe Snow Thrower. There&#8217;s zero maintenance required for this bad boy, so you don&#8217;t have to do any extra work in order for it to run smoothly. And run smoothly it does. Thanks to its durable steel auger and 15-amp motor, this snowblower works great on small- to mid-sized driveways and walkways alike. The next time it snows, sit back and let the Snow Joe do the heavy lifting.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Very versatile, it&#8217;s ideal for pickups on walkways and driveways, or for bigger jobs<\/li>\n<li>The motor is incredibly powerful; it can move up to 800 pounds of snow per minute<\/li>\n<li>Highly durable steel auger (with two rubber blades) cuts 21 inches wide and 12 inches deep in one pass<\/li>\n<li>You don&#8217;t have to do any maintenance<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s equipped with three LED lights so you can safely clear snow at night<\/li>\n<li>Comes with a two-year warranty for your peace of mind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the snow is just a couple of inches deep, this snowblower isn&#8217;t that effective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Greenworks Snow Thrower<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Greenworks-20-Inch-Corded-Thrower-2600202\/dp\/B00R4R2ENS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Greenworks-20-Inch-Corded-Thrower-2600202\/dp\/B00R4R2ENS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51fyC3JFP+L.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Greenworks-20-Inch-Corded-Thrower-2600202\/dp\/B00R4R2ENS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">I Can See Clearly Now, the Snow is Gone<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">This blower's LED lights allow for optimal visibility, day or night.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Visibility<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Greenworks-20-Inch-Corded-Thrower-2600202\/dp\/B00R4R2ENS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>The Greenworks Snow Thrower boasts super-charged dual LED lights, which allow for greater visibility than you&#8217;ll get with most snow blowers. The 13-amp motor delivers powerful, efficient results, every time, while the adjustable 180-degree directional chute makes snow-throwing that much more manageable. And, not to mention, this nifty machine is awesome at plowing through any type of snow, whether it&#8217;s fresh, compressed, or even just a little icy.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dual LED lights allow for much greater visibility<\/li>\n<li>Powerful 13-amp motor<\/li>\n<li>Has an adjustable 180-degree directional chute<\/li>\n<li>You can discharge snow up to 20 feet away<\/li>\n<li>The 7-inch wheels allow for easy, streamlined mobility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It feels a little less sturdy to operate than other models<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>WEN Snow Thrower<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WEN-5662-Blaster-13-5-Amp-Electric\/dp\/B00OFQEQPK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WEN-5662-Blaster-13-5-Amp-Electric\/dp\/B00OFQEQPK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41gPDsSuO4L.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WEN-5662-Blaster-13-5-Amp-Electric\/dp\/B00OFQEQPK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Best for Big Blizzards and Big Driveways<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Not exactly dealing with a light dusting? Get this super-charged snowblower for taking care of the serious snowfalls.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Most Heavy-Duty<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WEN-5662-Blaster-13-5-Amp-Electric\/dp\/B00OFQEQPK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>Dealing with the fallout from a particularly nasty blizzard? If so, you&#8217;ll definitely want the WEN Snow Thrower at the ready. Equipped with a bevy of cutting-edge features, such as an adjustable chute, sturdy wheels for easy mobility, a 2,000 RPM auger, and more, this snow blower is definitely more heavy-duty than most. That being said, it packs up rather nicely, thanks to the collapsible frame and onboard carrying handle.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Very heavy-duty design, but still relatively lightweight and very easy to handle<\/li>\n<li>Throws 500 pounds of snow per minute<\/li>\n<li>The quick-adjust chute rotates 180 degrees, into the direct path of the snow<\/li>\n<li>Clears snow that&#8217;s 18 inches wide and over 7 inches deep<\/li>\n<li>Has 6-inch wheels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s only for moderate to heavy snowfalls, so it doesn&#8217;t really work for light snowfall<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Yard Max Snow Blower<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/YARDMAX-Two-Stage-Snow-Blower-22\/dp\/B01MDOZTAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/YARDMAX-Two-Stage-Snow-Blower-22\/dp\/B01MDOZTAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='' alt='' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51r7sMGY4pL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/YARDMAX-Two-Stage-Snow-Blower-22\/dp\/B01MDOZTAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pick Your Poison<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Choose from one of several speed settings and fully customize your snow blowing experience.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Speed Settings<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/YARDMAX-Two-Stage-Snow-Blower-22\/dp\/B01MDOZTAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>Boasting an easy-to-start engine and multiple speed options, the Yard Max Snow Blower is worth every penny. Choose between five forward speeds and two reverse speeds, depending on the job at hand. You can rest assured that, regardless of the type of snow you&#8217;re dealing with, this high-powered machine can handle it (those serrated steel augers are a thing of beauty). The axe-shaped housing is awesome at chopping through tightly-packed snow and ice, while the impeller and extended chute are designed to consume more snow, all while allowing for minimal blowback.<\/p>\n<p>Pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are multiple speed options offered by the self-propelled drive<\/li>\n<li>You can easily slice through tightly packed snow and ice with the serrated steel augers<\/li>\n<li>The engine is very easy to start<\/li>\n<li>The aluminum gear case (with alloy steel gears and synthetic gear oil) help to extend this blower&#8217;s performance<\/li>\n<li>Has an extended chute and high-speed impeller<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The price point may be inaccessible for some<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>What are the different types of snow blowers to choose from?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Typically, snow blowers fall into five categories: single-stage, two-stage, three-stage, track-drive, and electric. The type of snow blower that&#8217;s best for you largely depends on how much snowfall you get. For instance, electric blowers are usually used for light snowfall, while the bigger gas-powered models can be used to clear moderate to heavy snowfall.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What features should I look for in a snow blower?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>That all depends on how much snow you expect that you&#8217;ll need to clear, what kind of snow it is, and where the snow is. For example, if you usually encounter deep, wet snow (and have a fairly big driveway), then a two- or three-stage snow blower is best. Electric snow blowers, on the other hand, work great for light snow and smaller areas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Earthwise SN70016 Snow Shovel If shoveling snow is a difficult task for you (or even if it&#8217;s not), having a truly super-powered snow blower can really come in handy. Enter the Earthwise SN70016 Snow Shovel, which is widely beloved for its user-friendly design and sheer power. 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