Honda vs Ariens Snowblower

[@marcprovencher1457]

I live in N.H. And have owned many snowblowers. I'm in my 60s and been around a while. I have a 650ft driveway that I plow, but it tends to get narrow over time from plowing. I used the snowblower to blow it wider when needed. I had an ariens pro 1336 with all the bells and whistles. I got tired of fighting with the front end riding up on bankings and hills. So I bought the honda hs1332 like in this video and there's no comparison to anything else out there. When it comes to quality and reliability and don't forget performance honda ownes it.

[@frozenfirestix]

That’s simply the difference between tracks and wheels powered snowblowers, Honda made great engines but now they’re just ok

[@toyman9642]

I own an Ariens Deluxe with the larger engine and I love it. The dealer where I purchased it carried both Ariens and Honda. Comparing feature-for-feature between the two, the Honda was nearly $1,000 more. Yes, Honda makes quality equipment BUT you DO pay a premium for the name.

[@michaeltobin905]

I bought HSS928 at end of last year, replacing my Cub Cadet after 16 years. This Honda is worth the money and it has steering and tracks for my older body. Dont have to muscle it anymore

[@appleztooranges]

Any suggestions for my next video? Thanks for watching!

[@swizlestick]

did you like one better than the other? They both seemed to do the job just fine.

[@appleztooranges]

Tracks goes slower but better in a lot of snow. Wheels are quicker. Both are great. Depends on snow accumulation

[@santareviews]

Here is my take. Ariens is for people who hate winter and hate blowing snow but have to do it and just want it over with. It gets the job done. Honda is for people who enjoy blowing snow and look forward to winter storms and love doing it. It’s an experience.

[@appleztooranges]

Thanks for your post. Makes sense. Ariens is a lot faster. Honda seems slower. I get your logic here.

[@santareviews]

Thanks! Love your videos, hope the channel keeps growing! Ok, I have to get back to delivering presents...

[@georgebenevides]

That should be the goal which is to get the job done. As long as its reliable thats enough for me. There are those who want to have the talk of the town sort of say.

[@santareviews]

@@georgebenevides Sure, maybe they want to be the talk of the town, but from an engineering standpoint the machine is excellent. The Honda does things that cheaper blowers do not. It is extremely precise in throwing snow, for example. So if you have very tight spaces, by which I mean your neighbor is right next door and you want to make sure you don’t throw ANY snow on their side, the precise level of control the Honda gives you is superb, far better than an Ariens. It’s got many little features like this that less expensive models don’t have. It is so well made that if you buy one and take care of it, you will never need another blower because it will outlive you. Honda does a terrible job explaining and marketing all these features, so their blowers just come off as being overpriced. But my point is; if you don’t need these features, or don’t care about them, then the Honda is NOT a good choice.

[@georgebenevides]

@@santareviews Absolutely. If your restricted to where you can throw the snow then sure the top of the line snowblower would be the correct choice. I have a long driveway and live in the country so space is not an issue to throw the snow. All my other engines either rototiller or water pump are from Honda. They are great and reliable. At the end of the day you have to decide what kind of features you really need before making that purchase.

[@ldeshner]

Both are good blowers The Honda is dependable long range better fuel and with the track system there is no comparison for upgrade challenges

[@46GarageUSA]

??? I have a Honda wheel 2 stage snow blower... Well mine for as big as it is likes to climb up the deep snow instead of going through it .. So do track models stop this ? Or do they climb up deep snow to ?? Trying to decide what to buy next ? HELP...

[@appleztooranges]

With tracks it won’t lift up because so much weight in the front like mine. With wheels it’ll lift up

[@sheldo8083]

I chose a 24 in Ariens deluxe for 1600 hundred bucks over the honda 24 in. that was over 5000 in Canada. Ariens is easily moved around. I made a deal on the Honda and got a call from the dealer and he wanted 50 bucks more so I told him to shove it and bought the Ariens. Saved 3500 dollars and I love it.

[@appleztooranges]

Sweet deal. Both machines are great. We shall see long term though. I’ve only had both for few years. Hoping for 2 ft storms this year so I can really show both off!

[@shahsmerdis]

How was the ariens on the hill ? . What if it's a bit iced up? Is the track worth it? I got a pretty steep long drive way. And irregular road . We don't get a lot of snow fall but the hill is killer for a single stage Thanks for the video.

[@appleztooranges]

It’s actually not bad unless it’s a ton of snow. Only trouble I have is where the plows bank us and have to break thru. Honda willl go thru no problem. Ariens will struggle a bit

[@shahsmerdis]

@@appleztooranges thanks for the prompt reply. What happens when there is a lot of snow going up hill ? Does it just do it more slowly? Does it cause you any more additional force to push it ? I rather have mobility and flexibility. 10-20% more time isn't the end of the world

[@appleztooranges]

@@shahsmerdis seems like it rolls down as you go down (working with gravity). Here’s today’s storm. We got alittle more than last one kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXW3eJVpfp6Lh5Y

[@l337pwnage]

I'm a bit of an Ariens fanboi, but it's hard to beat a Honda. I think the advantage of Ariens, in addition to cost, is they have a wide selection to pick from. I think, on any given year, Honda only makes 5 or so 2 stage models to pick from.

[@plmn93]

Yes. For the same price as a Honda you can get an Ariens or Toro that is built heavier duty and performs much better. And it will still easily last 20+ years. Will Honda's new electric chute controls last 20 years? I doubt it. Honda makes good stuff but it's often not worth the money IMO.

[@flaviodasilva2022]

I have one Ariens Platinum SHO 28'' and love it. But to beat a Honda is difficult. I have an Hybrid 1180 at my workplace and this does not stop.

[@ScottH22175]

Honda is more than twice the cost of the Ariens, correct?

[@appleztooranges]

Depends. If your looking at the deluxe version for ariens than yes. If professional ariens it is close to price if Honda.

[@mikejohnson9118]

why are you blowing the snow back across your tracks? And please wear eye protection too! thx for the vid.

[@appleztooranges]

I can only blow to the right of my driveway as my neighbors house is so close. The wind kept blowing in direction I was throwing it. If I threw it to the left my neighbor would have all my snow

[@mikejohnson9118]

@@appleztooranges I thought as much and you were trying to demo the 2. Hows the Honda with the crusty/slushy end of the driveway stuff? And please wear eye protection..cause you never know what these machines will kick up. Cheers

[@appleztooranges]

@@mikejohnson9118 the Honda does better at end of driveway than the ariens at the end of the driveway. The Honda does not slow down and the ariens will start slowing down as it hits the packed snow at the end of driveway. Honda does fine in crushed ice. I can’t wait for a bigger storm

[@mikejohnson9118]

@@appleztooranges I watched a couple other vids on the Honda tracked blowers. They are BEASTS! Be safe.

[@walterbordett2023]

What kills snow blowers is salt corrosion, old gas, and lack of maintenance. Both brands are good machines and can last many decades if well maintained. If a lot of salt and calcium chloride used in your area you will have more bad bearings and rust to fight. In my area, Syracuse,NY, Ariens are plentiful and dealers have parts locally. Never see a Honda snow blower here so no parts locally. I have a Honda walk behind mower that is a fine machine. I ran an Ariens 824 from 1980 thru 2004 when I traded it for a 9hp 26 DLE that I run today. Both required maintenance major and minor over the years. Any parts I required were available.

[@appleztooranges]

Yeah I typically wash it after a storm with hot water and car wash. Than I got car wash wax that you spray on and rub in. Should help defend against rust and corrosion. I probably go above and beyond here but I enjoy it

[@lynheydt3304]

Its like anything else you have to take care of stuff. If you buy cheap stuff that what you get you end up buying something twice. I have a 26 year old troy bilt only thing I ever replaced was a gas tank and fuel shut off. I just did yearly maintaining.

[@johndenver8574]

Definitely a Honda blower. Can't beat it.

[@appleztooranges]

I may be selling my 1332 and keeping the 928 wheels. Debating

[@johndenver8574]

I've had a couple blowers over the years. I never recommend anything else but honda after the things I've experienced.

[@garretdixon]

It looks like the Ariens is moving at a faster pace than the Honda but the Honda is definitely throwing the snow farther. Pretty cool! I think I might buy a Rapidtrak Pro 28 and race my neighbors HS928😜

[@appleztooranges]

Lol come by and I’ll race it.

[@Slick1G3]

@@appleztooranges theres videos on here where guys put small blck chevy motors on their snow blowers

[@tjlovesrachel]

@@Slick1G3 those ppl are true Americans

[@wdannibale]

Thank you for the videos. They are fun and informative. I am in the process of purchasing a snowblower as we speak. What is the engine size of your Honda? I know you are using the 308cc for Ariens, but the new Ariens RapidTrack 32 with 420 cc is an absolute beast!!!! It can throw anything 50 or more feet away. Even the Toro Max with 420 cc is incredible.... I just can’t decide. I live in Massachusetts, where the snow storms are around 6 to 12 inches on average. Any advice?

[@appleztooranges]

306 cc engine for the ariens deluxe 28” Sho= approx 9 hp 389 cc engine for the Honda hs1332 = 13 hp

[@appleztooranges]

I’d go with ariens over toro. Toro seems like theirs majority of plastic parts. Honda has metal. Thanks for watching

[@randmcnally5489]

Just bought an Ariens Platinum 30 SHO after returning a pos cub cadet 3 stage (terrible machine). This thing is a monster! I live in CT so we get a lot of snow.

[@appleztooranges]

@@randmcnally5489 awesome. Congrats on your purchase!

[@Grant_Arnett]

Tbh see if you can demo those 3 snowblowers. The 3 snowblowers are really good so either way your making a good choice.

[@tonypomroy7153]

Aliens probably best bang for the buck .Honda best snowblower. Anyone whose had both will agree.

[@appleztooranges]

I got a second Honda lol

[@josephseelos5176]

We need this again.

[@appleztooranges]

I need the snow!! Lol

[@fairgolfer]

November 2023 Canadian dollars.......tracked 24" Honda $4189, wheeled Ariens 24" deluxe $2050. If money was no consideration........probably a Honda. With money a consideration....... a lightly used Ariens. Lol. Nice video, thanks.

[@appleztooranges]

No problem. Glad you enjoyed

[@drmerdp]

What brand of side skids are you using on the Honda?

[@appleztooranges]

I believe they are universal for the front of the auger bucket. They are just plastic and came from the dealer that way. I didn’t do much to this machine yet! Just waxed/washed, changed spark plug, change gas cap, changed oil, and changed shear pin since I owned it. Thanks again for watching!

[@pennystout4753]

Both work perfectly. Let it snow...

[@appleztooranges]

I’m honestly hoping for a 2-3 foot snow storm to do another video on these two. It would be a good comparison in deep heavy snow

[@stepside2839]

@@appleztooranges I like the comparison even though it is not a fair comparison The Honda HS 1332 should be compared to The Ariens Pro-32 RapidTrak The Ariens 28” Deluxe is nearly $1,500 cheaper than the Honda The Pro-32 Ariens RapidTrak and Honda HS 1332 are within a $100 difference. And both machines are the same size. The Honda has a more narrow shoot & I think the impeller spins faster than other snowblowers. That combination is why the Honda throws a greater distance, but volume of snow removed is nearly the same between the machines. Both machines did a great job & you moved those machines faster than others do. -------- Thanks for the video -------- Next Videos..?.. > We’ll do a - before & after comparison of impeller mod of both machines. > We will use ceramic spray wax on auger, housing, & everywhere the snow sticks to see if there is an improvement ~ the snow should fall off easier ~

[@appleztooranges]

@@stepside2839 thanks for your input. Please subscribe to my channel for my next video. I’m waiting for an epic storm (2ft+) to do a real comparison between these two. I know it’s unfair since ones commercials & one residential but I don’t have the funds to go out and buy a rapidtrak. I bought both the ariens and the Honda for the same amount. So it’s fair for me

[@brianweb1184]

What was the price difference

[@appleztooranges]

For me the Honda hs 1332 is $950 used (MSRP is $3600 brand new). The ariens deluxe 28” Sho is $1250 new. Thanks for watching

[@petebansen9780]

I don't see that much difference. That's a nice amount of snow to work with. In Truckee, we would have storms where we'd blow that much two or three times in a day. I'd do 16" or so at 6:00am before going to work, my wife would blow another foot or more at noon, then I'd get home from work at 6pm and blow another 14-16" before I would pull in the driveway. Honda snowblowers are by far the preferred brand in this area.

[@appleztooranges]

Yeah was a decent amount. Wish it was 3 ft though lol. I think the Honda would shine. The bank at end of driveway was close to 24” or more and Honda chewed thru without missing a beat. The ariens was choking a bit it’s light weight in front.

[@petebansen9780]

@@appleztooranges Yeah, the Honda (in my case an elderly HS828) could gradually demolish a berm left by the snowplow that was 36" or so and super heavy, compacted (sometimes icy) goop. The tracks also enabled me to punch a pathway into the fire hydrant and then clear all around it without needing a shovel. Here in Tahoe, the only people using anything but a Honda (or a plowing service) are the new arrivals. They figure out pretty quickly that they bought the wrong tool.

[@Grant_Arnett]

@@appleztooranges what kind of engine does that honda have?

[@appleztooranges]

@@Grant_Arnett Honda gx389. 13 hp equivalent. Ariens is 389 cc which is around 10 hp or so

[@jerrygriffin7629]

in the long run the Honda is the way to go

[@mobetterg]

🎅🏿🎄🤶🏾 Happy Holidays ☃️🎁❄️ From 🇺🇸 Harrisburg Pennsylvania 🇺🇸 I was thinking about getting a Honda (32") 389cc Two-Stage Track Drive Snow Blower w/ 12-Volt Electric Start , The Sales \ Service and technical department told me About this new snowblower called Ariens Professional Rapidtrak™ (32") 420cc Two-Stage Snow Blower they sell Both and service both And at that time had each in stock 🥳 , I was told Ariens RapidTrak is the very best of Both worlds , So I ended up getting Ariens Professional Rapidtrak™ (32") 420cc Two-Stage Snow Blower ☃️❄️☃️ My Question 🙋🏾‍♂️ is which one you like Best and why ? ?

[@appleztooranges]

Thanks for your comment and watching! That’s a hard answer. Both do extremely well. The Honda will throw further but the ariens can still throw far. The Honda doesn’t bog down but the ariens tends to at end of driveway. The Honda is harder to maneuver since no autoturn. The Honda is way easier to start. I can’t pick just one so decided to keep both 😂. The ariens for small storm cleanup (6-12” of snow) and the Honda for larger storms 12”-24”+ storms). Happy holidays

[@mobetterg]

@@appleztooranges thanks 😊 so much for being honest about these 2 Snowblowers be safe 🦠😷🦠 Happy Holidays 🎄🎁☃️

[@OdinsCloud]

The Honda is a more powerful unit, comparing it to a residential Arien's Deluxe; try it against an Arien's Pro 28 with it's deflector consistently wide open.

[@appleztooranges]

I don’t have money to compare that. I got the Honda used for 1/2 the price.

[@adanvaldcontreras4283]

Got to go with the Honda 👍

[@appleztooranges]

Solid choice. Any suggestions for my next video? Thanks for watching!

[@mrbubetube]

@@appleztooranges see if you can blow the snow into a dump cart to be hauled away

[@29erjeff]

What are the models? It appears the Honda is a bigger machine

[@appleztooranges]

The first one is a Honda hs1332 track model (Red) and second one is an 2018 ariens deluxe 28” Sho (Orange)

[@29erjeff]

@@appleztooranges cool. Impressive for a machine $2K less. I’d like to see how the Ariens Pro Rapidtrack 32 performs, same price point as the Honda

[@appleztooranges]

@@29erjeff thanks for watching!

[@Farfignewton29]

Cool comparison, but not exactly fair. Price difference is huge between the two. I would love to spend 3-4k on a badass snowblower but I honestly don’t have the need. As long as that auto turn feature doesn’t turn into a problem then I’m gonna try an Ariens

[@29erjeff]

@@Farfignewton29 I own the Ariens live up in Lakes Country MN. Love it. I have a 10 space parking lot as well as our driveway and patio

[@Ice.asmr5]

Thai is a awesome Video I love eating snow

[@CraftsmanontheLake]

I had a pressure washer with a Honda engine on it. Eventually the engine started giving me issues. No problem, I'm used to cleaning my Ariens carb and my mower engine. Tecumseh, and briggs and Stratton engines. A fairly quick job. Well, for the Honda, I had to use a youtube video on an iPad, take pictures and it took hours. The carb was made like a Swiss watch, beautiful thing. But, so many parts and so complex. I can't even imagine what it would cost to have this thing worked on. No more Honda engines for me.

[@plmn93]

I've heard the current Ariens LCT engine carbs are not so easy to work on either.

[@CraftsmanontheLake]

@@plmn93 Just prefaced my response: I just looked at an Ariens carb cleaning of the newer engines. It's almost the same. One more part on the engine itself. So, maybe 30 minutes instead of 15 to get it done. The uncut video rund 14:34 minutes and shows it put back together and started. That would be a shame. The Tecumseh engines had a carb you could clean out in 15 minutes, rebuild fairly quickly, or completely replace for seventy bucks. After 20 years my Ariens is still going strong and I've done nothing to it except oil, plug, and grease. Same belts and all. And this is in Maine winters so a fair amount of mileage on it. I'll need another someday. I'll definitely research the engines beforehand though.

[@jimbob4456]

I’d take either one.

[@appleztooranges]

Sold both lol

[@jimbob4456]

@@appleztooranges What do you have now?

[@appleztooranges]

@@jimbob4456 brand new Honda 1332

[@jimbob4456]

@@appleztooranges Nice, what a beast. I’ll check out your videos of it. Thanks

[@appleztooranges]

@@jimbob4456 thanks. Unfortunate no snow yet. Did an unboxing

[@husler1999]

So they both move the snow nice

[@georgebenevides]

You will get that additional throw out the shoot.

[@robertstajic1486]

That Honda’s like 4grand and the ariens is like 500 dollars so I think ariens wins by far.

[@Drewg351]

While it's a nice video, comparing a $1000.00 Ariens vs a $3300.00 Honda isn't comparing "Apples to Apples". Break out an Ariens Pro RapidTrak, that runs around 3K, and run it against the Honda. That would be fair. The Ariens Pro would move more snow than the Honda all day due to its larger engine (420 CC), larger impellers (14") and larger augers (16"). If anything, this video shows spending 3 times on a Honda blower really doesn't do much for you over a blower costing 1/3 the price.

[@appleztooranges]

I paid $950.00 for the Honda 1332 and $1200 for the ariens deluxe 28” Sho. Price was similar for me

[@Drewg351]

@@appleztooranges, I understand that. But that's like comparing a 20K used Mercedes to a 15K brand new Kia. What you paid doesn't mean anything. You're video portends both these machines are similar. They're NOT. People watching are under the impression these machines are similar, a test of "manufacturer's best vs manufacturer's best". That's simply NOT the case.

[@appleztooranges]

@@Drewg351 okay buy me a ariens pro rapidtrak than I’ll compare it to my used Honda 1332 than 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Drewg351]

@@appleztooranges, dude, I have no issue with your video. I'm just making the point to the people who watch this and think these are similar machines competing against each other that they certainly are NOT. The Honda costs nearly 3 times as that Ariens new. Like I stated, it's like comparing a used 20K Mercedes vs a Brand new 15K Kia.

[@thetomasloretta]

@@Drewg351 Thank you, I didn’t realize they weren’t equals. I’ll rewatch the video because that does make a difference. 👍

[@livingthedream29]

Honda definitely seemed to throw the snow further!

[@dabprod]

So what. I can throw the snow from my driveway onto my neighbor's roof if I want to with my Ariens Pro. But why? In the video he's blowing snow into the street. WTF I just want it off my driveway and walkway.

[@rjohn929]

Should compare the Honda to a similarly prices Ariens, at least a Platinum SHO.

[@appleztooranges]

Wish I had the cash for that. Unfortunately I don’t. These are the two I own. The Honda I paid alittle less than the Ariens so it’s a fair comparison for me. It’s same price point. But it’s used Honda snowblower vs new Ariens deluxe.

[@Jimincalgary]

I've got a Honda HS624 with the hydrostatic trans/tracks, a 2 year old briggs 31" box store blower with all the bells/whistles, and a Honda HS621 single stage. The tracked honda is great in heavy snow but its a bear to turn, and you really can't move it around the garage or anywhere else if the engine's off. I like the power chute, 12v battery electric start, and the hydrostatic trans for dialing-in speed and easy direction changes. I usually end up doing a few neighbours' driveways and between me and another guy, we usually clear the entire cul-de-sac. But the Briggs is my go-to (because it's got wheels and not tracks) if the snow is more than 6" because it turns easy with the power steer, it starts easy, and it goes quickly. Power chute, and heated grips But it's cheaply made, and it has the disposable transmission. Until it dies, I like the 31" of clearing power and speed to knock off a few driveways and most of the street before work. The Honda single stage is super-fast and easy for 6" and under on a regular sized driveway. You just rocket up and down the with the paddles pulling you along. They all start on the first pull, but I think for a normal sized driveway with average snowfalls, the ideal would be a 24" Honda dual stage with wheels not tracks. Just for quality. Ariens is using Chinese engines now on a lot of their blowers and I don't trust them yet. The rest of the Ariens machine at the higher end have great quality too. I'd be happy with an Ariens 24" too. Either way, I'd still keep the Honda single-stage for the lighter stuff and a decent leaf blower for 1/2 inch dustings.

[@appleztooranges]

Thanks for watching. I think I may be buying a single stage Honda lol. Their being discontinued too

[@Jimincalgary]

@@appleztooranges I like it a lot . You want the earlier 621 version with the GX160 engines. The newer ones don't use the GX commercial engines, but use the lower end engines with the plastic internals.

[@appleztooranges]

@@Jimincalgary I actually sold both of these Hondas and got a new 1332. Wish we had snow but super mild out this winter

[@Jimincalgary]

@@appleztooranges I know what that's like! I like your approach of massive overkill. I have way too many snowblowers for a two car driveway. For me, none of this stuff is necessary. It's just fun.

[@appleztooranges]

@@Jimincalgary definitely lol. Go big or go home.

[@sevenrats]

The Honda's are really nice but they're $1000 more. If ya got the bucks then you can't go wrong. The Ariens is a great machine too though. It'll last decades.

[@appleztooranges]

I love them both! Stay tuned for winter ❄️

[@jamesorsby7553]

The Ariens Platinum RapidTrak 28 SHO or one of their Professional models would’ve been a better test for that particular Honda snowblower. The Ariens in the video isn’t on the same level.

[@andyslawncareandoutdooradv]

My conclusion: the ariens throws more snow and is a bit faster than the Honda. The Honda is an absolute tank; it'll throw snow 2 houses over if you need it to. I think the ariens is a more practical and more affordably priced machine for the average homeowner

[@appleztooranges]

That’s a great conclusion! I loved them both but at the end sold both of them to get my brand new Honda hss1332

[@Steviethegr8]

Almost seems like the ariens does it faster but the Honda just obliterates the snow lol

[@appleztooranges]

Yes both great snowblowers. The ariens was bogging down from this storm!

[@malinoisnation9392]

@@appleztooranges u were also going faster w the ariens. The ariens engine is larger no?

[@appleztooranges]

@@malinoisnation9392 naw the ariens is 306 cc which converts to around 10 hp. The Honda is 13 hp. The Honda needs the larger engine as the cut here is 32 inches and the ariens is 28”

[@l337pwnage]

That Honda is hyrdo, better speed control. Top end Ariens can be bought with hydro, but the one in this vid has the notched speed selector. You're stuck with the 6 preset speeds. Although, since it's just a friction drive, a really motivated person could modify the system to be micro-adjustable, lol.

[@Peter-976]

@@appleztooranges what`s the size of the impellers of both machines? The Honda really throws that snow far but the Ariens seems to do very well and looks to do it faster.

[@cardo1111]

Good vid, however an unfair comparo. The Honda should be compared to a large Ariens Rapid Track.

[@appleztooranges]

I can’t afford an ariens rapid track. They both cost me $1,000 each so it’s what I had. Just comparing residential to commercial to see which threw further. Thanks for watching.

[@rbflantry8655]

You spent $3600 on a snowblower and it didn't come with auto steer?!

[@appleztooranges]

It was used. I paid just under $1,000 for it. The MSRP price brand new of Honda 1332 is around $3,600

[@jeffshultz3883]

I would take either! Tracks or wheels? I have no idea!

[@austinreish94]

That's a lot of money sitting in the driveway lol, both great machines each with their advantages and disadvantages

[@appleztooranges]

Lol I suppose. This is a hobby of mine though. I love comparing things.

[@austinreish94]

@@appleztooranges nothing wrong with that I run both as well . Honda at the worksite and Ariens at home both have never skipped a beat

[@appleztooranges]

@@austinreish94 awesome which do you prefer? And why?

[@austinreish94]

I personally prefer ariens but that's what I mostly use, however the Honda has always been super reliable and seems to run a little quieter and smoother at times.

[@appleztooranges]

@@austinreish94 in my experience, Honda throws snow further, does not bog down at hard packed snow (end of driveway), heavier all around machine. However, the Ariens is easier to maneuver, seems faster speed when in use, light weight and easy to move around. I see pros in both

[@muzikmon2267]

As I've already said on your other video you should not be comparing a tracks machine versus a wheeled machine and if you both bought these brand new right now the Honda is around $3,300 and the Ariens is around $1,300. And there's a couple reasons why the Honda throws it further. FIRST OFF THE HONDA IS AROUND 12 HORSEPOWER, THE ARIENS IS ONLY AROUND 8 OR 9. THE OTHER REASON IS THAT ARIENS HAS BIGGER CUPS ON THEIR IMPELLERS THAT THROWS MORE SNOW!! MORE SNOW MEANS IT'S NOT GOING TO THROW AS FAR!! AND THEY USUALLY HAVE BIGGER OPENINGS ON THE INSIDE AND THROUGH THE SHOOT HOLE. You can clearly see in both of your videos comparing these two The Ariens throws more snow in the air. CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO THIS IS THE SAME IDENTICAL HONDA MODEL BUT IT'S THE 970 TRAX VERSION BUT IT'S AROUND THE SAME HORSEPOWER AS THE ARIENS ST 28 OR THE DELUXE. THE ARIENS IS 254 CC THE HONDA 970 IS 270 CC.. ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWrRqYWlp9p8nJY ) finally a fair power test. THE ARIENS WON!! And it was beating the tracks Honda style which should not even be compared to a wheel machine. IMAGINE IF YOU COMPARED THE ARIENS TRACKS VERSION OR THE TORO TRACKS VERSION WITH THE SAME HORSEPOWER AS THE 1332!! THEY WOULD BOTH WIN JUST LIKE YOU SEE IN THIS VIDEO IF THEY HAD THE SAME HORSEPOWER!! A wheel machine usually has better maneuverability, it's lighter, and it goes faster most commercial contractors will take a wheeled unit over a tracks unit any day of the week to get the jobs done quicker. A tracks unit is designed to put the weight on the front of the machine with that thing that you're kicking in the back of it. So it probably will work a little bit better for heavier snow cuz it will stay down. JUST LIKE ALL TRACK SNOW BLOWERS And I don't care if you got it used and cheap.. That's not what most people are facing they have to buy these machines brand new.. in the Honda is grossly overpriced... The whole point is If you're looking to buy a brand new snowblower or a track version. ARIENS and Toro WILL DO THE SAME THING FOR A LOT CHEAPER MAYBE EVEN BETTER!! AND BONUS THEIR PARTS WILL BE CHEAPER, EASY TO FIX, EASIER TO FIND AND BE AVAILABLE FOREVER!! ;) Like I said before it's comparing apples to oranges.

[@LoneWolfSnowplowing]

It's simple. Want a great snow blower? Buy the upper end Ariens models (not box store junk) Want to blow snow across your yard and over the neighbor's house? Buy the Honda.

[@benjaminleslie3155]

389cc Honda vs 420cc LCT

[@appleztooranges]

That be a beast of a comparison. I wish I lived in Buffalo right now

[@benjaminleslie3155]

Well if I wanted a snow blower that could be pasted down to my grandchildren then definitely Honda!

[@johndemeen5575]

Ariens! Every time.

[@appleztooranges]

Lol

[@ABC-nv8ly]

Honda every time.

[@johndemeen5575]

@@ABC-nv8ly No one puts Hondas on the curb, for free. That’s how I get snowblowers and lawnmowers. Then fix up. Got one to give away? Thanks from St. Paul Minnesota.

[@seymourscagnetti1413]

WINNER: HONDA. THROWS 600 FEET.

[@bombidude]

Honda blows it faster and far

[@appleztooranges]

Thanks for watching! I’ll have to do another when we get a 2 ft + storm (if we do get one).

[@jp-ve1gg]

海外でも使われてるをですね！ 驚きました‼️ ハイブリッド除雪機も 使用して欲しいです。

[@appleztooranges]

“jp Hirosaki 55 minutes ago It's also used overseas! I was surprised! ️ Hybrid snowplow I want you to use it.” --->English translation :)

[@jp-ve1gg]

Honda's hybrid snowplow is used on my KZbin.It is powerful because the drive is a motor and the engine output is snow removal.

[@mikeadams2339]

Dueling blowers. Lookz fun.

[@appleztooranges]

Any suggestions for my next video? Thanks for watching!

[@mikeadams2339]

Thinking about ice screws or chains? Do a comparison?

[@markwinnicki2180]

Honda hands down

[@appleztooranges]

Thank you

[@markwinnicki2180]

@@appleztooranges ya buddy there's a st430t Husqvarna that's a stiff twin to Honda check it out it's on KZbin in action blew Aries and toro away without thinking about it

[@02hreblue30]

Honda way too expensive, especially to fix. Lower your chute and control the snowfall better. If I had this much money I would just buy a tractor with a PTO blower. End of problem

[@wileecoyote5749]

Get what you pay for

[@harryharry3193]

@@wileecoyote5749 i paid 350 for my lightly used deluxe 28 SHO. money leftover for gas-food-and some gloves.

[@daleolson3506]

The Honda will still be moving snow 10 years after the other one is junked.

[@appleztooranges]

You think so 🤔🤔? People swear by Ariens

[@pddpup7767]

likely buy 2 ariens for the price of the honda . might be two ariens would outlast the honda???

[@appleztooranges]

@@pddpup7767 naw. The Honda is better quality and better built

[@Tom-yj6mt]

I doubt that. Ariens is well known. My Craftsman 5hp does more than it was intended to do. It's well over 10 years old. The only thing it needs now is a drive cable. Usually starts on the 2nd pull. It might not be a powerhouse but does pretty good for what it is. Not saying Honda is bad but the Ariens is far better than you give it credit for.

[@l337pwnage]

The only thing that will kill either is rust, but both could last for decades. I do have to admit, older Ariens have better quality than the newer ones. I doubt Honda suffered that same decline in quality. Honda's real big advantage, that no one can deny, tho, is they make their own engine whereas Ariens has to contract them out and is stuck with whatever engine they can get.

[@dginta7932]

New Hondas are not built like they used to be. I prefer my Pro to the HSS models.

[@appleztooranges]

I feel like most things nowadays are made cheaper quality. No matter what it is

[@eberduque7952]

Can't compare, the Honda has bigger engine and it seems to be commercial grade, Ariens commercial grade is awesome too

[@marlonmendoza2882]

Ariens

[@ghisv1619]

Ariens faster

[@appleztooranges]

It is faster that for sure

[@danstrange5067]

Ariens is optimized to move snow rapidly Honda is optimized to throw snow far. For typical suburban driveway throwing snow 60+ feet is just bragging rights, so Ariens wins. Actually for this driveway both snowblowers are way overkill could use a low end 24" box store 2 stage for 1/4 the price and the job would take 15 minutes instead of 10...

[@jperkins1269]

I guess people have a lot of money to waste on snowblowers.

[@appleztooranges]

Thanks for watching 🤷🏻‍♂️