Greenworks 60V Earth Auger
#6 in BatteryFull review
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 $399.99$399.99
The Greenworks 60V Earth Auger is the better earth auger overall, rated 3.9 to 3.7. The Greenworks 60V Earth Auger leads on value. The Greenworks 60V Earth Auger costs $350 less ($399.99 vs $749.99).
Stihl BTA 140
#8 in BatteryFull review
A battery auger for Stihl AP owners who need holes up to 12 in. Buyers without the batteries face a steep total price.
Stihl $749.99$749.99
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 60V Earth Auger for value ($50 per inch of bit ($399.99, up to 8 in) vs $62.50 per inch of bit ($749.99, up to 12 in)).
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 60V Earth Auger | Stihl BTA 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $50 per inch of bit ($399.99, up to 8 in) | 72 $62.50 per inch of bit ($749.99, up to 12 in) |
| Torque 15% | 19 80 N·m of torque | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) |
| 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% | 75 4-year warranty for home use | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Greenworks 60V Earth Auger | Stihl BTA 140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 60 V battery | 36 V battery |
| Battery included | No | No |
| Largest bit | 8 in | 12 in |
| Bit included | None | None |
| Torque | 80 N·m | - |
| Bit speed | 210 rpm | - |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |
| Warranty | 4 years | - |