The newest snow blowers can be quick to sell out, especially battery-powered snow blowers. They have become increasingly popular as they are found to be comparable with gas snow blowers. Advantages listed included: starting instantly, being lighter, easier to handle, and running quieter than a gas model.
Participating Cook County Ace Hardware stores have a wide selection of battery-powered snow blowers in stock this season.
Price: $1,499
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 20 inch intake height, 18 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “This is our best-in-class for battery powered, so if you have a long, multi-car driveway that would normally take hours to shovel, this snow blower powers through way more quickly. It's also your only dual option, if you don't want big chunks of snow laying all over your yard.”
EGO says: “The new EGO POWER+ 2-Stage Snow Blower is the only cordless 2-stage snow blower that delivers the power and performance of gas without the noise, fuss and fumes.”
Model Name: EGO Power+ Auger-Propelled Snow Blower
Price: $999
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 16 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “This snow blower is the perfect choice for homeowners with mid-size driveways, without the cost of buying an expensive dual stage. There is no more calling a service during every big snowfall or being stuck inside either. It saves time, money and practically pays for itself.”
EGO says: “Auger-Propelled Snow Blower design cleans pavement quickly and easily, delivering the power and performance of gas without the noise, fuss, or fumes.”
Price: $849
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 16 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “If you are looking for a snow blower that checks all the boxes of efficiency, power and easy to use, this is the snow blower for you. It has everything you could need and comes with a price tag cheaper than the newer model.”
EGO says: “The EGO POWER+ Snow Blower delivers the power and performance of gas-powered snow blowers without the noise, fuss, and fumes. Featuring Peak Power™ technology, this cordless snow blower combines the power of any two EGO 56V ARC Lithium™ batteries for the performance to clear even the heaviest, wettest snow with a throwing distance up to 40 feet. Built with a high-efficiency brushless motor and steel auger, this cordless electric snow blower handles what the city snowplow leaves behind with ease, cutting through ice and snow 50% faster (compared to SNT2102). EGO harnesses the power of the industry's most advanced 56V, 7.5Ah ARC lithium™ batteries to clear 8 inches of snow on a 16-car driveway. Experience Power Beyond Belief™ with the EGO POWER+ Snow Blower and the entire EGO POWER+ lineup.”
Price: $749
Power Type: electric
Intake Height: 13 inch intake height, 12 car driveway
Ace Hardware says: “If you're looking for a more affordable option and don't need to worry about a larger driveway, this would be your ideal choice.”
EGO says: “Featuring Peak Power™ technology, this snow blower combines the power of any two EGO 56V ARC Lithium™ batteries for the power to clear heavy, wet snow with a throwing distance up to 40 ft.”
Relying on a snow blower saves time, money and health. The National Safety Council estimated roughly 11,000 people a year are injured clearing snow.
For more information and store hours about participating Cook County Ace Hardware stores, visit Ace Hardware online.
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