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The Best Snow Shovels

We compared eight snow shovels on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs, and found the EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel is the best for most people, but the True Temper Poly Snow Shovel is the best budget pick.

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The bottom line

The EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel (B0DLQHWY77) is our top pick for its powerful motor and ability to clear large areas quickly. It throws snow up to 25 feet and can clear a 3-car driveway with 6 inches of snow on a single charge. However, it is heavy and can get clogged with heavy snow. The True Temper Poly Snow Shovel (B008DNA57O) is our budget pick for its ergonomic design, lightweight construction, and high customer satisfaction. It is well-suited for those with physical limitations and is priced at $34.99. The Snow Joe Snow Shovel with 18-Inch Blade and Assist Handle (B07822JP3G) is a close runner-up for its durable blade and ergonomic handle, but it is slightly more expensive at $39.97.

Top pick
EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow ShovelEGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel $279.00

Best for quick, powerful snow removal

The EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel is our top pick for its powerful motor and ability to clear large areas quickly. It throws snow up to 25 feet and can clear a 3-car driveway with 6 inches of snow on a single charge. However, it is heavy and can get clogged with heavy snow. Priced at $279, it is a worthwhile investment for those who need to clear large areas frequently.

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Budget pick
True Temper Poly Snow ShovelTrue Temper Poly Snow Shovel $34.99

Best budget pick for ergonomic design

The True Temper Poly Snow Shovel is our budget pick for its ergonomic design, lightweight construction, and high customer satisfaction. It is well-suited for those with physical limitations and is priced at $34.99. Owners have rated it 9/10 from 1471 ratings, highlighting its comfort and ease of use.

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Runner-up
Snow Joe Snow Shovel with 18-Inch Blade and Assist HandleSnow Joe Snow Shovel with 18-Inch Blade and Assist Handle $39.97

Best for reducing strain while shoveling

The Snow Joe Snow Shovel with 18-Inch Blade and Assist Handle is a close runner-up for its durable blade and ergonomic handle. It is designed to reduce strain while shoveling and has a high user satisfaction rating of 4.5/5 from 6655 ratings. Priced at $39.97, it offers a good balance of features and affordability.

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The field, ranked

  1. EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel Best for quick, powerful snow removal 9.0/10 $279.00 Amazon
  2. True Temper Poly Snow Shovel Best budget pick for ergonomic design 8.0/10 $34.99 Amazon
  3. Snow Joe Snow Shovel with 18-Inch Blade and Assist Handle Best for reducing strain while shoveling 8.0/10 $39.97 Amazon
  4. EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel Good for electric snow removal, but heavy 7.0/10 $359.00 Amazon
  5. Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Good for ergonomic design and ease of use 7.0/10 $27.99 Amazon
  6. YEITSNOW Snow Shovel Decent for lightweight and durable construction 6.0/10 $35.99 Amazon
  7. Suncast Combination Snow Shovel/Pusher Decent for efficient snow removal 6.0/10 $36.51 Amazon
  8. The Snowplow Good for wide snow removal, but inflexible 5.0/10 $58.99 Amazon

What owners say

Owners of the True Temper Poly Snow Shovel have consistently rated it highly, with an average rating of 9/10 from 1471 ratings. They praise its ergonomic design, lightweight construction, and ease of use. The EGO Power+ 12" Electric Snow Shovel also has a high customer satisfaction rating of 8.6/10 from 111 ratings, with owners noting its powerful motor and ability to clear large areas quickly. However, some owners have mentioned that it is heavy and can get clogged with heavy snow.

Also-rans

The Suncast Combination Snow Shovel/Pusher and YEITSNOW Snow Shovel, while durable and well-built, did not earn a pick. The Suncast Combination Snow Shovel/Pusher has a 4.3-star rating from 576 users, while the YEITSNOW Snow Shovel has a 4.3-star rating from 345 users. The Snowplow, despite its high durability and impact resistance, is ranked last due to its inflexibility and difficulty in assembly.

How this was put together

This guide is based on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs from the evidence dossiers. We counted 19,103 owner ratings across the set and reviewed the strengths and weaknesses of each product. We did not test any products hands-on, and the evidence for some products, such as the Suncast Combination Snow Shovel/Pusher and YEITSNOW Snow Shovel, is thinner than for others.