Best Snow Blowers (2026)

The ST124 is a conventional gas two-stage with a 212cc engine, a 24-inch path and a 21-inch intake height. A ribbon auger blends air into the snow, which the maker says makes it easier to handle and keeps the machine from packing the housing.

That design is the reason to pick it over a plain steel auger on very wet snow, where packing is the usual failure. Thirteen-inch snow tires give it traction on a flat drive, though a steep or icy slope may want chains. Against a battery machine such as the EGO SNT2425 it offers unlimited runtime and costs less upfront for similar capacity.

Ownership follows the standard gas routine: fresh fuel with stabilizer, an oil change each season, a spark plug and a check of the shear pins. It is a heavy machine, so make sure you can get it in and out of the garage. Measure your garage door and the clearance for a ramp before you order, because the machine is the heaviest in this group.

The SNT2425 is a battery-powered two-stage with a 24-inch path and a stated 50-foot throw. Peak Power mode combines both 7.5Ah packs for a boost that the maker says matches gas output.

It is the best answer if you dislike fuel upkeep. It starts with a button, makes little noise and needs no oil, spark plug or carburetor. The cost is runtime: the listing rates two packs for about an 18-car driveway, and that assumes light snow.

Against the Husqvarna it is quieter and simpler, but you must manage the packs in the cold. Store them indoors and charge them before the forecast. Plan a charging routine for both packs, and keep a spare outlet near where the machine lives.

The PowerSmart is a value-priced 24-inch gas two-stage with a 212cc engine and a stated 2,400 pounds per minute. The listing says it handles up to 12 inches of snow and it uses a 120V push-button electric start.

It matches the Husqvarna on engine size and width, so the difference lies in brand support and finish. It is a good way to get two-stage capability at a lower price, as long as you accept thinner parts availability.

Keep the usual routine of fresh fuel, oil and shear pin checks. If you are choosing between this and the Husqvarna, ask which brand has a dealer near you for parts and service.

The SNT2122 is a single-stage battery machine with variable auger speed and a 180-degree chute. It is rated for about a 10-car driveway in 8 inches of snow.

A single-stage clears down to the pavement and is lighter than a two-stage, but it cannot take plow berms and throws gravel. For a paved drive of a few cars, it is a good compromise.

The packs are shared with EGO tools, which lowers the cost for existing owners. A rule of thumb is to pair it with a shovel for the berm at the end of the drive.

The WSnow20 is a corded 20-inch machine with a rubber-tipped steel auger and a stated 680 pounds per minute. It needs no fuel or battery and starts with a button.

It is the most economical way to clear a short paved drive, if an outlet is within reach. The cord limits range and adds a trip risk, and the single-stage design limits depth.

Use a heavy outdoor cord and inspect the rubber tips each season. A short, heavy-gauge extension cord is the best companion for this machine.

This compact 40V single-stage clears 16 inches wide and 10 inches deep with a brushless motor. It is a tool-only listing, so the battery and charger are extra.

The narrow body suits sidewalks, patios and small drives, and it is the lightest machine in this group. It is a smart purchase if you already own 40V Greenworks packs.

Check whether you have a pack before buying. If you do not have a pack, price a kit from the same family before buying, since the battery is the main cost.