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 3.8. The Greenworks 60V Earth Auger leads on warranty. The Worx Nitro WG865 costs $17 less ($382.99 vs $399.99).
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 60V Earth Auger for warranty (4-year warranty for home use vs 3-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 | Greenworks 60V Earth Auger | Worx Nitro WG865 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $50 per inch of bit ($399.99, up to 8 in) | 89 $47.87 per inch of bit ($382.99, with batteries, up to 8 in) |
| Torque 15% | 19 80 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% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 52 26.9 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 75 4-year warranty for home use | 50 3-year warranty for home use |
Specifications
| Greenworks 60V Earth Auger | Worx Nitro WG865 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 60 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 | 80 N·m | 80 N·m |
| Bit speed | 210 rpm | 220 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | - | 26.9 lb |
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |