For paved driveways in cold climates, where heated grips and chute control from the handle are worth paying for. The bigger batteries finish most storms on one charge.
Amazon $899The EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips is the better snow blower overall, rated 4.0 to 3.2. The EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips leads on warranty, throw and intake. The EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips costs $100 less ($899 vs $999).
For paved driveways that get wet, heavy snow, where the bigger engine keeps it from bogging. If your snow is light, the 721 E clears the same width for less.
Russo Power Equipment $999Prices 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 EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty), throw (throws snow up to 45 ft vs throws snow up to 35 ft) and intake (13 in intake height vs 12.5 in intake height).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage snow blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips | Toro Power Clear 821 QZE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 16 $42.81 per inch of width ($899 with batteries and charger, 21 in) | 10 $47.57 per inch of width ($999, 21 in) |
| Width 20% | 83 21 in clearing width | 83 21 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 100 throws snow up to 45 ft | 75 throws snow up to 35 ft |
| Intake 15% | 100 13 in intake height | 83 12.5 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| EGO Power+ SNT2134 21" Heated Grips | Toro Power Clear 821 QZE | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Single-stage | Single-stage |
| Clearing width | 21 in | 21 in |
| Intake height | 13 in | 12.5 in |
| Throw distance | 45 ft | 35 ft |
| Chute control | Crank or lever at the handle | Manual |
| Power | ||
| Power | Battery | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 56 V, 12 Ah of battery | 252 cc (Toro Premium 252cc OHV 4-cycle) |
| Battery energy | 672 Wh | - |
| Battery included | Yes | - |
| Electric start | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Push (auger assisted) | Push (auger assisted) |
| Heated grips | Yes | - |
| Weight | - | 95 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | - |
| Released | 2024-08-01 | - |
