Two NEW EGO snow blowers tested and what you should know

[@ImBooX2]

I'm in southwestern Michigan. We get hit with lake effect snow. Two of my neighbors have gone electric lawn and snow. The ladies love them. Never any problems. One of them will do my 50 feet of driveway since I no longer can. My old big Snow King is retired. I had it modified and used to do 10 drives in my block and the sidewalk. Too old and broken now...me that is.

[@qkopp279]

I’m near St. Joe. Have used an ego snowblower since moving here and have been very impressed. The steel auger breaks up the icey mix the plow leaves and it even tackled the 12+ inch storm we had last year. Two of my neighbors have them too and are very impressed as well.

[@oldretireddude]

For me, the biggest advantage of a snowblower/snow thrower vs a shovel or snow pusher is that, when the weather warms up, relocated snow melts off at the same rate as the base snow. Pushed snow/shoveled snow tends to melt much slower, long after the base snow is gone.

[@chrisburrows9758]

Thank you for this video as it helped convince me to get it, as I don't want to mess with everything needed to keep a gas mower going. Now I live in WV and the snow is mild each year where I live, and the EGO you used will be perfect. Currently I am using a Snow Joe Snowblower which is a plugin snowblower and gets the job done (only issue of course is messing with the extension cord).

[@ToolReviewZone]

Really glad it helped

[@C12ASH_]

Just put my order in for the dedicated snow shovel! We don't get a ton of snow around here in southern NY these days and I have a pretty small driveway to clean up. I'm going to keep my old Murray gas guzzler for big storms but I think the shovel should do the trick for most situations. I deliberated for a while between getting this model and the multi-head, but after seeing the improved ergonomics and lighter weight, it was a no-brainer.

[@leonardpaciora5039]

Glad you got your snow! Now,keep it for the rest of the Winter !!!❤! Thanks Clint!!!!!

[@ToolReviewZone]

Haha, I want more Leonard!!!!!

[@leonardpaciora5039]

@ToolReviewZone LOL!!!

[@mariofilippi3539]

Greatvideo, thanks. I have all Ego tools except for the snowblower. Very reliable and those big batteries keep your arms in shape :).

[@J-Colt]

I got last years 21" for work. Only had 3 biggish storms but it worked well. Thanks for video!

[@macmcleod1188]

Interesting, I think you're the first video that mentions the heated grips.

[@gibblespascack1418]

I have the Toro Power curve plug in and a 100' 12 gauge cord. My battery never runs out. Sounds about the same and will continue working until the job is done. No battery degradation either. But it is a good evaluation and if the unit was not $900 at Lowe's it might be a good option vs the corded toro unit at $200. Really the batteries are very expensive and a good profit center for both Lowes and EGO. If you don't have a need for the battery in the summer, then this might not be the best decision. If you go with this

[@beezer5623]

Wonder if you shoot some WD silicone in and around the chute to maybe help the turning issue. I have a gen 1 unit and don’t recall it being difficult to turn. I love the new addition of the lever to control the throw angle.

[@mike-oz6iw]

I have ego tools except the snowblower, I prefer my toro gas single stage 252cc can easily handle 12” of the heavy wet snow. My neighbour has the ego single stage and it can handle the light stuff. I have helped him many times since his ego can’t cut it

[@macmcleod1188]

Well, it's one case where it's too bad he doesn't have a bigger ego.

[@ron486]

Just got an EGO two stage. Freakin awesome! Sooooo sweet. Walk over. Drop two batteries in and go. No mus no fus. First time was three inches of really wet snow. No problem. Even cleared the end of the driveway where the snow plow pushes the street snow. My gas one is for sale.

[@ToolReviewZone]

@@ron486 i havevth 28" ego snow blower, and yeah it'd pretty awesome

[@goddesslynnmarieschwann6120]

Thank you for such a good review and test video! I have done a lot of research and definitely have had the EGO as what I want. I know they are pricey but I won’t have to pay anyone anymore so it will pay for itself😎 how I justify expense! They have quality and I guess that’s why the price tag?,?! Anyways thanks for your review! Good job👍👍👍

[@ToolReviewZone]

Thanks for the awesome comment goddess! Yeah, Ego is definitely the way to go for OPE at the moment

[@goddesslynnmarieschwann6120]

Have a question I am 5’4” and want to buy the 2stage blower would it be to difficult for me in turning it around or does one just back up?

[@ToolReviewZone]

@goddesslynnmarieschwann6120 not at all. Its self propelled and also does a 360 turn simply buy pulling a trigger attached to the handle bata. They are awesome. I did a video last August on them. They have a 24 and a 28". The 28" comes with a few other bels and whistles like electronic shoot adjustments

[@VincentCarneglia]

There’s something soothing about the sound of these snow removal machines! Will you be doing a giveaway of either of these?

[@ToolReviewZone]

Anything for my subscribers brother

[@epsileth]

If you're dealing with physical issues, or have kids who can't shovel all day, or you want it done faster, these are great. If you'd rather shovel, that's fine too. I'm in Canada land, and for most of the snow season, a larger electric snow thrower shovel like shown at the end would be great. But once it's up almost to my knees with that rare kid winter storm, a bigger snow blower is needed. I understand that cold temps might kill battery use life, and if there's a reliable fast charge or multi battery charger, that would be a plus. Just keep them inside and let them charge, swap out as needed.

[@rudyb2755]

I just purchased this single stage blower for a little under $400. Haven't used it yet. Blower itself will cost 499 if you don't need the batteries if you already have other ego products.

[@vishaldube425]

I went with the two stage when I saw complaints of stuck chutes.

[@ricdukes6976]

Just got mine. It's a step down with no heat. Now I'm the reason it will not snow this year

[@WattTheTech]

Can the shovel battery fit into the big blower. You might have said but I missed that. Are the batteries interchangeable between the two? Is what I'm asking.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Yes sir you can. They all work together

[@DJ_Driven]

The Ego snow shovel needs to have a replacement auger or replacement auger blades for when you run into an obstruction and they explode. Once that happens, it's pretty much useless. There's not even a replacement auger easily available at the local big retailers to get your back in the game.

[@johnnguyen2376]

No, Batt Toro 2 stages failed big time on last heavy deep wet snow in Ontario 1 week ago ! My neighbour just tested his brand new Batt Toro on this occasion, but failed! My 73 Ford Snow King rescued him out !

[@ToolReviewZone]

This is an Ego, not a Toro. That's like saying my vw Beatle didn't go as fast as my Corvette

[@davehogan1716]

Question: 1. Would the shovel be better in your opinion if it had wheels? 2. Are Vegan Cookies any Good?

[@ometofu]

Have not seen snow in NYC for years now. My OG Ego snowblower have not seen any actions. Lol

[@ToolReviewZone]

It's crazy right. This was the first snow here in two damn years 🤷‍♂️

[@Itsmoooose]

Since the clearance is not adjustable will this scrape my new asphalt driveway or the sealant?

[@smittyone66]

too much plastic in cold weather Ithink great video

[@mckill32]

Love ego products don’t have the snow blower or power shovel. The gripe I have is once the original batteries need to be replaced which is within a 5 year period they cost more than the tool itself depending on how many amp hours battery you want.

[@greysheeum]

And the batteries NEVER last.

[@mckill32]

@ agreed

[@Bigphish5280]

I've been running my two 5AH batteries year-round since 2016. I've lost some capacity, but otherwise going strong.

[@mckill32]

@ speaking from first hand knowledge that’s a total exception. Hasn’t been the case for any person I personally know that uses the same battery.

[@MAC_GT23]

If you cycle them every 6 months or so, they should last. They also have 3rd party batteries that are much cheaper and work well.

[@ronniepemberton1942]

Do they make one that can handle 10 inches of snow?

[@ToolReviewZone]

Yeah, the 28" 2 stage is a monster

[@nobrien1]

I want self propelled. I currently have a Toro single stage self-propelled that punches above its weight class and cleans down to the pavement. As a result, I am looking at their electric version.

[@MAC_GT23]

EGO makes the SNT2125AP

[@nobrien1]

@@MAC_GT23 Thanks! The reviews on the the self-propel aren't compelling so I am going to hold off until next year at this point.

[@jimbo4260]

Hows it throw with the heavy stuff?

[@alphaboy1872]

I have a Honda tracked HS928 which ate my EGO blower and spit it out. I found that there was no comparison.

[@terrygabrielson5598]

Just put up a red cedar wood deck… do you think the shovel would tear up the deck? Another great video!

[@ToolReviewZone]

Na brother, it will be fine

[@rickpawl]

Instead of dragging the snowblower backwards to the starting point, consider just turning around and coming back. That way you can get the job done twice as fast. I’ve never seen anybody only blow in one direction.

[@ToolReviewZone]

Kinda hard considering I'm making a video for people to see the blades. Have to do things differently for video bro

[@electricianron_New_Jersey]

Does it have a radio on it? Or a port to charge my phone? All that snow it was throwing was blowing right back at TRZ. That wasn't Nass like!!

[@wildbill23c]

Every snow blower throws snow back at the operator LOL....that's where a tractor with a cab is nice LOL. I had a snow blower for my lawn tractor and it didn't seem to matter what way you had the chute pointed you got doused with snow.

[@mattwaters6987]

I went with the Greenworks 80v Pro snow shovel instead. Just saying. 😊

[@doug667]

I love traditional single stage snowblowers since they have rubber paddles which scrape the sidewalk clean. And this pulls the machine along. But I’ve never seen a battery version which works like this, any idea why?

[@MAC_GT23]

Check out the EGO SNT2125AP

[@danswartwood4580]

Thank you for your APPRECIATION to your subscribers 😢

[@steelvalleysportsmen7737]

Idk that I have a 14 car driveway, but i have a 550 foot driveway. Probably pretty close

[@lthegr81]

I was 1st and that is realnicelike 😊

[@ToolReviewZone]

Well now, that is real nass like indeed 81!

[@dpatrick2071]

I’m sure Toro and Milwaukee have them beat in snow and lawn. Personally, I had a battery lawnmower and have switched back to gas aswell as snowblower. Batteries are too much and don’t last in charge duration or life longevity. In Canada, the batteries are very expensive aswell as just the tool. And customer service is also an issue here/no stock.

[@macmcleod1188]

Lol... just came from another video where two different people claimed they could have cleared a driveway like this in 30 minutes with a shovel.

[@ToolReviewZone]

30 minutes for a two car driveway?

[@macmcleod1188]

@ToolReviewZone two car driveway about 50 ft long. While I have no personal experience, I probably watched a dozen videos of people and machines clearing driveways over the last week and 30 minutes with a shovel did not seem remotely credible. Haven't finished your video yet so I don't know how long it took you.

[@macmcleod1188]

​@@ToolReviewZoneby the way, I saw a guy on another ego video finish up with the Bristle attachment and it cleans the snow down to the pavement. Not a trace of snow left. It worked well in snow up to about 2 inches deep as well. It looked nice for preventing buildup from that thin layer left by the snowblower.

[@ToolReviewZone]

@macmcleod1188 yeah, that would work pretty good if no ice.

[@yxmichaelxyyxmichaelxy3074]

No thanks. I shall stick with my corded snow-blower I purchased for $100 at Canadian Tire 3 years ago thank you very much. It does the job well. 😎

[@richardvacanti9428]

$899 wtf I paid less for my ariends with the overhead cam. That’s way too much. That price is ridiculous.

[@15DurangoRT]

"moist"?

[@ToolReviewZone]

So moist

[@15DurangoRT]

@ToolReviewZone 🤣

[@kc0lif]

real nass like

[@southsidetom]

No thanks! Sticking with my gas single stage Toro. Paddles and plastic slide are EZ to replace on Toro.

[@MeMaTiok]

No noo You have to push always no thanks 😅 if is the both machine is Self-Propelled i can buy.. but not for now.

[@ToolReviewZone]

They have self propelled as well

[@wildbill23c]

The only Ego machine I had was a self propelled 20" lawnmower...garbage was what it was, way too expensive, and never worked right, gave the mower away pretty much never again would I waste that kind of money on anything from Ego. The mower would randomly shut itself off without any warning lights to tell why, the self propel would randomly stop working....wasn't worth the money, and definitely not something I'd recommend.

[@Jim55324]

I also have one. Battery is very expensive and malfunctions often. So I switched to Ryobi and haven’t had any issue for over 5 years now.

[@DanielleEmberley]

I have the lawn mower and have been using it for 6 years. If mine shuts off it's usually because I have snagged one of those locking clips that lock the extending handle on a bush or shrub.

[@wildbill23c]

@@DanielleEmberley Mine shut off for no apparent reason on flat ground....so not sure if it was an electronics issue, or what but it wasn't being overloaded or overheated, at least I wouldn't think so, I was mowing a maintained yard...the self propel on it would randomly stop too, which made me think that it was something faulty in the control board somewhere....course getting Ego to do anything about it probably wouldn't have worked out, so I just sold it really cheap, basically here's the batteries and charger, and you get a half functional lawnmower as a bonus....sure wasn't worth the ridiculous $800 though.

[@DanielleEmberley]

@@wildbill23c Just thought I would mention my experience. I do find those latches associated with extending the handle have to be completely closed. As I rarely collapse the handle for storage I have been tempted to wrap tape around them so they do not open. For a random shutdown that's the first thing I check. If the latches open the slightest amount the lawnmower will shut down.

[@blackstone777]

I've had one for 4 years and never had a problem. Just change the blade every 2 years. Thanks boomer.

[@sicariosicario9889]

From the look of it it don’t blow the snow 45’ ft come on now looks like barely 5 ft 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@ToolReviewZone]

The more snow the further it will blow

[@jeffforbess6802]

These are made to be replaced every few years. Good luck getting batteries after 5 years or so. It’s a gadget, nothing more.

[@danprokup3709]

Compared to my old gas oil mix Toro snow blower, this is junk

[@nasenbaer3.025]

was soll der scheiß ton oder sprachsteuerung zum kotzen

[@mr.stinker9335]

I want to go back in time. I’ll take gas hogs any day.

[@joeking433]

Better than these idiotic computer voice narrated reviews. They suck!

[@lthegr81]

1st

[@rawbacon]

No thanks, I'll keep using my 45 year old Snowbuster 220 that's still going strong....5 years from now that overpriced battery monstrosity will be in the landfill 5.

[@augustinesanchez1411]

Ok boomer

[@rawbacon]

@@augustinesanchez1411 Not a boomer Gomer.

[@dcl97]

I'm up in Marquette (~300 inches of snow per year) and have had their original one for 7 years. Not a single issue nor any sort of maintenance. I couldn't get a modern gas one that lasted more than 3-4 years without having some sort of major issue.

[@YellowBoltTC]

Wow, you’re so cool

[@GettsWild]

Same here! Had the original Ego two stage for 4 winters and it's more powerful than any gas blower I've had. My previous gas monstrosity rusted out and broke within three years. I need reliability, not landfill material. Facts don't care about your feelings... Or something like that, right? Willful ignorance I believe it's called. ​@@dcl97