I searched for the most well-liked models, that is, the bestsellers, to assist you in making a decision on a cost-effective snow blower for flinging snow. I then chose a few examples for this shopping guide based on a single factor: the estimated retail price. The average prices for these snow blowers are under $999. Here are the findings of my investigation, listed in increasing order based on how much they normally cost in US dollars.
Can you even buy a snow blower for under $100?
I do not think that you can still purchase a snow blower, or even a snow thrower, for less than $100. You might get a snow blower cheaply if you buy a previously owned or used unit. Otherwise, you will have to dig deeper into your pocket.
Wait a minute, I believe you might get one of the Snow Joe electric snow shovels for less than $100. The Snow Joe 323E, for example, has a reported list price of just under 90 dollars. This lightweight electric snow shovel is simple to construct and transport. It has a 10-amp electric motor and a 2-blade paddle auger that slices a 13-inch-wide and 6-inch-deep path through the snow. Click here for current pricing on Amazon.
Which snow blower could you get for under $200?
If you spend an extra 100 dollars, then you can get access to a larger selection of either corded or cordless electric snow shovels. However, it is probably going to be a unit from one of the lesser known brand names, such as AlphaWorks, SuperHandy, Litheli, or Kapoo. I guess Kapoo is the sound a cheap snow thrower makes when it breaks. You might as well buy a snow blower from a B.S. brand name, such as SnoweeThrowee.
Of course, you might buy a snow thrower from a better known brand name, such as the Earthwise SN70016. It is a 12-amp corded electric snow shovel with a 16-inch clearing width that usually costs less than 200 dollars. According to the manufacturer’s specifications, this Earthwise snow shovel can hurl snow up to thirty feet and has a snow removal capability of up to 430 pounds. This snow sweeper’s twin carved auger blade can remove snow up to sixteen inches wide and eight inches deep.
To complete the assembly, no special tools are required. Simply follow the instructions and connect the pieces by hand to construct the Earthwise electric snow thrower. This corded snow shovel features an adjustable support handle that may be adjusted by hand without the use of tools. A handy safety switch and a retention ring are also provided.
This compact snow thrower’s 6-inch rear wheels make it straightforward to use and move. It provides consumers with a comfortable snow removal experience. The Earthwise SN70016 electric snow shovel is suitable for use on pavements, pathways, driveways, stairs, patios, and other outdoor surfaces. You may check its price on Amazon.
How about paying less than $300 for a snow blower?
Many of Snow Joe’s corded electric snow blowers, such as the SJ627E, are available in this price range.
The Snow Joe SJ627E has twin integrated LED headlights to illuminate the way for safer nighttime snow removal. It has a robust scraping bar at the bottom of the unit to clean snow off your deck, driveway, or pavement. This model has a steel auger and four rubber-tipped blades.
This 15-amp snow thrower is great for clearing smaller driveways and sidewalks without the inconvenience of having to regularly check and refill a gas tank or oil pan. It does not need any tune-ups, or pulling on pull-cords. With the push of a button, it runs quickly and consistently.
The Snow Joe SJ627E weighs only 35 pounds, making it easy to move about your property. In a single pass, this corded electric snow blower clears a route up to 22 inches wide by 13 inches deep. The movable chute on this model spins 180 degrees to redirect the snow flow approximately 25 feet away. You can click here to read my Snow Joe SJ627E review.
If you prefer using a cordless unit, then I might recommend the Greenworks 2601402 40V 12-inch cordless snow shovel. When I last looked at it, the suggested retail price was about $200. However, that is the price for the tool only, which does not include the batteries or the charger. Nonetheless, it should still cost less than 300 dollars, even when you buy it with a battery pack or a charger. Anyway, you can learn more about it by reading my Greenworks 40V 12-inch cordless snow shovel review.
What kind of snow blower could you buy for under $600?
You should be able to buy a cordless snow blower kit with both batteries and a battery charger for less than $600. When it comes to cordless snow blowers, the Snow Joe 24V-X2-SB18 is a bestseller.
The 24V-X2-SB18 is a 48-volt cordless snow blower with a rubber-tipped steel blade auger that slices through snow in a single pass, leaving behind an 18-inch wide by 10-inch deep trail. The scraper bar at the unit’s base clears all the way to the ground without hurting your deck, driveway, or pavement.
A 24V lithium-ion battery system powers the strong 1200W brushless motor. The two included 4.0 Ah batteries enable a maximum of 40 minutes of continuous runtime. The adjustable chute control turns 180 degrees and may hurl snow up to 20 feet in any direction. A 2W LED headlight illuminates the path for safer clearance at night.
Consumers often give the Snow Joe 24V-X2-SB18 excellent marks because it is simple to operate, simple to install, low weight, and simple to push around your property. Click here to read my review of the 24V-X2-SB18 cordless snow blower.
You could potentially get a PowerSmart PS21 single-stage gas snow blower for less than $600. This single-stage gas-powered snow blower features a 212cc gasoline engine that can fling snow up to 40 feet out. Its rubber auger with four paddles has a clearance width of about 21 inches. It even contains miniature LED lights to improve vision when operating in low-light circumstances. I think previous versions lacked headlights.
Examples Of Snow Blowers Under $999
A two-stage snow blower, such as a 24-inch PowerSmart gas-powered snow blower, would cost less than $999.
I considered the PowerSmart PS24 model, which has a 212 cc gasoline engine and an electric starter. Obviously, with its 24-inch snow clearing width, steel auger, and impeller blade, this two-stage snow blower will remove snow faster than any of the other models we looked at. This self-propelled snow blower has 13-inch inflatable tires and six forward and two reverse speed options. You can check the price on Amazon.
Surprisingly, you might even be able to spend less than $1000 for a 24-inch PowerSmart self-propelled cordless snow blower. The 6.0Ah lithium-ion battery pack and brushless motors in this two-stage snow blower that runs on 80V batteries power the machine’s whirling steel auger, impeller, and 13-inch wheels. The drive speed and direction (forward or reverse) are set using the speed control. This self-propelled, battery-powered, two-stage snow blower has an LED headlight, making nighttime clearing safer.
Conclusion
I think that this buying guide is probably going to be redundant within a year or two due to inflation and supply-chain problems. I probably wasted my time writing this. Be that as it may, it might give you a few ideas to consider for snow blowers that cost less than $999.99.
What about snow blowers that cost more than $1000? The thought did cross my mind to add a section for the biggest, best and most expensive snow blowers for residential use that cost more than 1000 dollars. However, I think I should write a separate buying guide for those professional, yet pricey, snow-eating machines.