Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger
#4 in BatteryFull review
A bare 80V auger for owners of Greenworks Pro batteries planting and setting posts up to 8 in.
Amazon $329.99$329.99
The Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger is the better earth auger overall, rated 4.1 to 3.8. The Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger leads on weight, value and torque. The Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger costs $53 less ($329.99 vs $382.99).
Worx Nitro WG865
#7 in BatteryFull review
A complete battery kit for homeowners digging fence and planting holes up to 8 in. Good value if you are on Worx batteries.
Amazon $382.99$382.99
Prices 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 Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger for weight (18.8 lb vs 26.9 lb), value ($41.25 per inch of bit ($329.99, up to 8 in) vs $47.87 per inch of bit ($382.99, with batteries, up to 8 in)) and torque (109.8 N·m of torque vs 80 N·m of torque).
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 | Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger | Worx Nitro WG865 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $41.25 per inch of bit ($329.99, up to 8 in) | 89 $47.87 per inch of bit ($382.99, with batteries, up to 8 in) |
| Torque 15% | 33 109.8 N·m of torque | 19 80 N·m of torque |
| Reverse 15% | 100 reverse to free a stuck bit | 100 reverse to free a stuck bit |
| Weight 15% | 85 18.8 lb | 52 26.9 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 3-year warranty for home use |
Specifications
| Greenworks Pro 80V Earth Auger | Worx Nitro WG865 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 80 V battery | 40 V battery |
| Battery included | No | Yes |
| Batteries in the kit | - | 8 Ah |
| Largest bit | 8 in | 8 in |
| Bit included | None | 8 in |
| Torque | 109.8 N·m | 80 N·m |
| Bit speed | 210 rpm | 220 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 18.8 lb | 26.9 lb |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |