The Best Snow Blowers

HOW TO CHOOSE = The experts say that the best snow blowers are those with good safety features. The most important of these is a deadman control. If you release the handle, the machine stops. Make sure you get a machine that you can handle.

If you are elderly or strength-challenged, go for a smaller model. Check for easy deflector and chute adjustments.

You shouldn’t have to get tools out when you want to move the chute. Many models have a crank on the control panel that will adjust the chute.

If you often get large snowfalls, you will need a blower with 7 to 9 horsepower. Between 5 and 8 horsepower are okay for moderate accumulations on a regular basis. If you get less snow than this, don’t pay for more than you need.

Headlights can be handy since days in the snow season are short. Halogen lamps offer the best light. A serrated blade will be useful for breaking ice and hard snow.

THE REVIEW = The Best Single-Stage Electric Snow Blower is the Toro 1800 Power Curve. Also rated as a ‘Best Buy” by Consumer Guide, this snow blower is best for light snowfalls and short driveways. Since it has wheels, it’s easier to maneuver than a power shovel.

This model has a movable chute and an 18” clearing path. It’s not meant to handle 10” of wet snow on long driveways. You’ll have to work around a power cord, but there won’t be any engine maintenance and fuel costs. This unit has a list price of $300.

Other top performers include:

Best Electric Power Shovel = Toro Power Shovel @ $110.

Best Single-Stage Gas Snow Blower = Toro CCR 2450 GTS @ $500.

Best Two-Stage Gas Snow Blower = Toro Power Max 828LXE @ $1,670.

Best Budget Two-Stage Gas Snow Blower = Craftsman 88999 @ $1,070.

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(except for the Craftsman at Sears).

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