Snow Joe 24V-X2-SB18 Snow Blower vs Snow Joe 48V Cordless Snow Blower

Both are cordless single-stage Snow Joe blowers with 48-volt IONMAX power, but they are built for different driveways. The 24V-X2-SB18 is the lighter, cheaper-feeling 18-inch unit at 39 lb with a 10-inch cut and a 1200 W motor; owners like how easy it is to push and store, and reviewers rate it 4 out of 5, though deep or wet snow slows it down. The 48V kit is the step up: 22 inches wide, 13 inches deep, a 1600 W motor, a 4-blade rubber-tipped steel auger and a faster dual-port charger, at 45 lb. Buy the 18-inch for small walks and tight storage; buy the 22-inch if you get heavy snow or a long driveway.

• Choose the Snow Joe 24V-X2-SB18 if you clear a short, narrow walk or a one- to two-car driveway and want the lightest unit that still throws snow 20 feet.
• Choose the Snow Joe 48V Cordless Snow Blower Kit if you face deeper, heavier snow, a wider driveway, or want the bigger auger and faster dual-port charging.