Guide for Buying A Good Snow Thrower 

There are different types of snow throwers available in USA. Most of them will remove snow efficiently. Before buying a snow thrower, you must know the type of snow in your area. Different snow throwers work differently on different snow types. If you live in a heavy snow fall area, two stage snow throwers work the best. If you live in an area where you don’t have heavy snow, a single stage electric snow thrower is enough.

Types of Snow Throwers :  There are three types of snow throwers, they are electric single stage, gas single stage and two stage gas snow throwers.

Single stage snow throwers are much lighter and easier to handle than their two stage counterparts. These throwers are best suited for clearing mid-sized areas with 8 inch or less snowfall.

Single stage electric snow throwers start with the push of a button and require less maintenance when compared to gas models. They are much lighter and more compact than gas throwers, but they need a suitable extension cord to operate well.

Single stage gas snow throwers provide great mobility since they aren’t tied to a power cord. Gas snow throwers normally have larger available clearing widths and intake heights when compared to electric throwers.

Two-stage gas snow throwers are capable of handling heavy snow areas. These powerful throwers are the best suited for clearing large areas. Two stage gas throwers have engine-driven wheels to easily handle uneven terrain.

For light snowfall areas of eight inches or less, single-stage units would be enough. For areas with medium to heavy snowfalls, a two-stage unit will be better as it offers the larger engine and intake area required to clear more snow quickly.For small driveways and walkways, single-stage units are enough. For driveways over 60 feet, a two-stage unit would be a better choice.

Below it the list of top 10 snow throwers available in USA. These are also the best sellers in USA.

1.  Snow Joe SJ621 Electric Snow Thrower

Pros

• Parts built with quality material
• Easy to maneuver
• Adjustable handle
• Steel covered blades with rubber easily hugs the ground and pulls the snow off.
• Light Weight

Cons

• It requires a fair amount of pushing to get it through the snow.
• Poorly written instruction manual.
• Not ideal for big areas

Pros

• Easy to use
• Great power
• Great throwing distance

• 7.5 amp electric snow thrower
• Cuts up to 12 inches wide and 6 inches deep snow in one pass and throws up to 20 feet
• Lightweight at just 12-1/2 pounds
• Durable plastic body and metal handle
• 2-year warranty

Pros

• Clears snow with ease
• Excellent throwing distance
• Works really well with wet and dry snow
• Light weight
• Very cheap

Cons

• Clearing snow on steps is slightly difficult
• No wheels
• Managing the chord is a struggle

5. GreenWorks 26022 Electric Snow Thrower

• Powerful 10 Amp Motor
• 16” clearing width
•  6” clearing depth
• 14″ impeller removes up to 600 lbs. of snow per minute
• Discharge distance of up to 25 feet

Pros

• Easy to use
• Light Weight
• Low Price

Cons 

• Tricky cord

6. Toro 38381 Electric Snow Thrower

• 160-degree adjustable chute
• Ergonomic design
• Good for sidewalks, walkways, and other residential areas

Pros

• Easy assembling
• No maintenance
• Light weight
• Impressive throw distance
• Clears 10” snow with ease

Cons

• Cord is very annoying
• Slightly expensive
• Output chute is small

7. Snow Joe SJ622E Electric Snow Thrower

• Instant start
• Easy to use push button switch
• Ergonomic Design
• Powerful 15-ampere motor

 Pros

• Instant starting
• Great power clearing over 12 in deep snow
• It has a metal augur
• No clogging issues with plastic
•  Light weight

Cons

• Extension cord is slightly difficult to manage

8. Poulan Pro PR621 Gas Snow Thrower

• 208cc LCT 4 cycle gas engine
• 21-inch clearing width and 13-Inch intake height

Pros

• Light weight
• Great in single stage category

Cons

• Struggles at times with heavy snow

9. Power Smart DB5023 Electric Snow Thrower

• 13amp powerful electric motor
• Cuts up to 18-Inch wide and 9-Inch deep in a single pass
• Throws snow up to 30 feet
• 180-degree adjustable chute with oversized handle for easy carrying

Pros

• Low price
• Great power

Cons

• Not so good for large areas

10. Toro 38371 Electric Snow Thrower

• It can cut up to 15 inches wide and 12 inches deep in one pass and throws up  to 25 feet
• Zip deflector for directing snow where you want it to go
• Lightweight

Pros

• Good for small driveways

Cons

• Not so good for heavy snow

This concludes the list of top 10 snow throwers available in USA. You may also read about, top ice melt products.