PowerSmart 24" 212cc Two-Stage Snow Blower vs Yard Machines 21" Single-Stage Snow Blower

Buy the PowerSmart if you get real winter: deep snow, a long driveway, or heavy plow banks. Its 212cc two-stage setup, 24-inch width, 20-inch intake and self-propelled 6-speed drive do work the Yard Machines cannot. Buy the Yard Machines if you get light, frequent snow up to about 6 inches and want a simple, light machine you push yourself. Owners of the PowerSmart praise power and throwing distance but report damage on arrival and units that never ran, so check it over on delivery. The Yard Machines is the simpler, lower-risk machine, but it is a light-duty tool.

• Choose the PowerSmart if you face heavy or deep snow, a wide driveway, or plow banks and want self-propulsion and electric start.
• Choose the Yard Machines if your snow is usually light and under about 6 inches and you want a compact, easy-to-handle machine.