A snow blower is an invaluable tool for some of us, helping avoid countless hours of back-breaking snow shoveling. With limited areas for storage, though, choosing the right snow blower can be challenging. Fortunately, there are space-saving compact snowblowers that are more than suitable for regions with moderate snowfall. When you are looking for the top three compact snow blowers of 2017, consider the Honda HS720, the Husqvarna ST 151, and the EGO POWER+. While these models are similar, each has its unique benefits. Read on to learn more about these top-rated snowblower options.
The EGO Power+ is an electric powered snow blower. It features Peak Power technology, combining the power of the two onboard EGO 56-Volt ARC Lithium-ion batteries. Even though it is electric and cordless, it offers superior clearing power of heavy and wet snow. It runs quietly and even features bright headlights for getting the job done, no matter what time of day or night.
The Honda HS720 is auger-propelled, and the Husqvarna ST 151 is auger-assisted. It is uncommon for single stage compact snow blowers to be fully self-propelled.
The clearing width for the Husqvarna ST 151 and the ECO Power+ is 21 inches, while the Honda HS720 has a clearing width of 20 inches.
The Honda HS270 is a single-stage blower with an air-cooled, four-stroke, gas-powered single-cycle, 190 cc engine. It features a max throwing distance of 33 feet. The Husqvarna has a four-stroke, gas-powered four-cycle208 cc engine, with 9.5 foot-pounds of torque and a maximum snow throwing distance of 40 feet. The ECO is a single-stage blower that uses battery power. It features a maximum throwing distance of 35 feet.
Honda HS720AM has a 12-inch intake height and is recommended for snow that is 12 inches or less, though users report success with areas of deeper snow. The ECO Power+ has an intake height of 13 inches and an ideal snow depth of 10 inches. The Husqvarna ST 151 has a 13" height and is useful in snow at the same depth.
All three models feature an electric push button start. The Husqvarna has an easy pull to crank and an electric start.
The Honda HS270 weighs 80 pounds. The ECO Power+ weighs 61 pounds. The Husqvarna ST 151 weighs under 95 pounds.
The Honda and the Husqvarna products come with a 2-year limited warranty for parts, labor, and defects. The ECO Power+ has a 5-year limited warranty and 3-year limited warranty on the EGO Power+ battery packs and all chargers.
There are kill switches on all models. The Honda does have a safety bar that stops the auger when released. The Husqvarna model has a safety bar that stops the engine and the auger when released?