A complete battery kit for buyers who want to skip gas and keep a five-year warranty. It suits fence posts and planting up to 8 in.
Amazon $402.23The Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977 is the better earth auger overall, rated 4.3 to 3.9. The Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977 leads on warranty. The Greenworks 60V Earth Auger costs $2.24 less ($399.99 vs $402.23).
A bare 60V auger for Greenworks 60V owners digging holes up to 8 in. Buy it from Greenworks, where it costs far less than on Amazon.
Amazon $604.11 Greenworks $399.99Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977 for warranty (5-year warranty for home use vs 4-year warranty for home use).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every battery earth auger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977 | Greenworks 60V Earth Auger |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $50.28 per inch of bit ($402.23, with batteries, the 8 in bit in the box; largest not published) | 86 $50 per inch of bit ($399.99, up to 8 in) |
| Torque 15% | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) | 19 80 N·m of torque |
| Reverse 15% | 100 reverse to free a stuck bit | 100 reverse to free a stuck bit |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty for home use | 75 4-year warranty for home use |
Specifications
| Earthquake 60V Earth Auger 44977 | Greenworks 60V Earth Auger | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 60 V battery | 60 V battery |
| Battery included | Yes | No |
| Batteries in the kit | 4 Ah | - |
| Largest bit | - | 8 in |
| Bit included | 8 in | None |
| Torque | - | 80 N·m |
| Bit speed | - | 210 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |
| Warranty | 5 years | 4 years |
