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I use this more than my Toro Power clear and my large Ariens blower that always requires work to get it started,” described a customer of their trusty Snow Joe. Another buyer added that it “made shoveling sidewalk[s] after a blizzard very easy.”The biggest pro to battery-powered shovels: They can go wherever you need them. You’re not tethered to the house, and you don’t have to climb through the snow to get to your outlet, nor do you have to worry about running over your cord. Those we tested also seemed to do better in the deeper, fluffier snow.

While the weight you should go for will differ based on your personal strength and the type of snow you're clearing, it’s always a good idea to keep it relatively light, as the snow will add some significant pressure. Most tools will weigh between 3 and 5 pounds, while electric shovels like the Toro 60-Volt can weigh up to 25 pounds (but mind you, no lifting or scooping is involved with this one). Keep in mind that steel shovels will always be heavier than lighter materials like plastic, or even fiberglass and aluminum. Not all shovels are made the same, so be sure to stay mindful of your impending snow level and the degree of weight that you can manage. It doubles as a workout!We did feel like the handles could have been longer, which would have made our jobs a little easier, and realized later that there is in fact a 20-inch option available, which makes a difference from the 18-inch model we tested. While shoveling will always be somewhat intense work, this tool is a sure way to help make the process a little less strenuous (and a little faster, too).

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