Ariens Deluxe 24 Snow Blower vs Ariens Classic 24 Snow Blower

Both are 24-inch two-stage Ariens machines with electric start and 6 forward/2 reverse gears, so the real split is engine size and build. The Deluxe 24 has the larger 254cc AX engine, a bigger 14-inch impeller, taller 21-inch intake and wider 16-inch tires, so it clears deeper drifts and heavier snow with less strain. The Classic 24 uses the 208cc AX engine and lighter 13-inch tires; it is the simpler, lighter machine and fine for regular residential driveways. Buy the Deluxe if you face lake-effect snow, long driveways or wet, heavy plow piles; buy the Classic if your winters are moderate and you want the easier machine to handle.

• Choose the Deluxe 24 if you get deep, heavy or wet snow and want the extra engine torque, taller intake and bigger impeller to move it without bogging down.
• Choose the Classic 24 if your snowfall is moderate, your driveway is short and you want a lighter, simpler two-stage that still has electric start and six forward speeds.