Ariens Deluxe 28
#1 in Two-stageFull review
A long running favorite for big driveways in snowy regions: wide, tall and easy to steer. Choose the SHO version if your snow is often heavy and wet.
Russo Power Equipment $1,649$1,649
The Ariens Deluxe 28 is the better snow blower overall, rated 3.7 to 3.3. The Ariens Deluxe 28 leads on value. The Honda HSS928AAWD wins on intake. The Ariens Deluxe 28 costs $1,750 less ($1,649 vs $3,399).
Honda HSS928AAWD
#13 in Two-stageFull review
A premium, wide machine for long driveways where smooth controls and Honda reliability justify the price. Value buyers get similar width from Ariens for half as much.
Amazon $3,399$3,399
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ariens Deluxe 28 for value ($58.89 per inch of width ($1,649, 28 in) vs $121.39 per inch of width ($3,399, 28 in)).
- Choose the Honda HSS928AAWD for intake (21.7 in intake height vs 21 in intake height).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every two-stage snow blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ariens Deluxe 28 | Honda HSS928AAWD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 45 $58.89 per inch of width ($1,649, 28 in) | 0 $121.39 per inch of width ($3,399, 28 in) |
| Width 20% | 75 28 in clearing width | 75 28 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 100 throws snow up to 50 ft | 100 throws snow up to 52 ft |
| Intake 15% | 60 21 in intake height | 74 21.7 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ariens Deluxe 28 | Honda HSS928AAWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Two-stage | Two-stage |
| Clearing width | 28 in | 28 in |
| Intake height | 21 in | 21.7 in |
| Throw distance | 50 ft | 52 ft |
| Chute control | Crank or lever at the handle | Electric joystick |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 252 cc (Ariens AX 252cc) | 270 cc (Honda GX270) |
| Electric start | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Self-propelled | Self-propelled |
| Heated grips | No | - |
| Headlight | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 232.7 lb | 243 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2017-10 |