PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage
#8 in Two-stageFull review
A budget two stage for a one or two car driveway when price matters most. Expect fewer refinements and less dealer support than Toro or Ariens.
PowerSmart $689.99$689.99
The PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage is the better snow blower overall, rated 3.4 to 2.9. The PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage leads on value. The Honda HSS724AAWD wins on throw, intake and warranty. The PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage costs $2,259.01 less ($689.99 vs $2,949).
Honda HSS724AAWD
#19 in Two-stageFull review
For buyers who want the smoothest controls and a commercial grade engine on a mid size driveway, and will pay for them. Most homeowners get similar clearing for far less.
Amazon $2,949$2,949
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 PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage for value ($28.75 per inch of width ($689.99, 24 in) vs $123.91 per inch of width ($2,949, 23.8 in)).
- Choose the Honda HSS724AAWD for throw (throws snow up to 49 ft vs throws snow up to 40 ft), intake (21.7 in intake height vs 20 in intake height) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every two-stage snow blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage | Honda HSS724AAWD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $28.75 per inch of width ($689.99, 24 in) | 0 $123.91 per inch of width ($2,949, 23.8 in) |
| Width 20% | 25 24 in clearing width | 23 23.8 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 50 throws snow up to 40 ft | 95 throws snow up to 49 ft |
| Intake 15% | 40 20 in intake height | 74 21.7 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage | Honda HSS724AAWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Two-stage | Two-stage |
| Clearing width | 24 in | 23.8 in |
| Intake height | 20 in | 21.7 in |
| Throw distance | 40 ft | 49 ft |
| Chute control | - | Electric joystick |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 212 cc (PowerSmart 212cc) | 196 cc (Honda GX200) |
| Electric start | Yes | Yes |
| CARB compliant | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Self-propelled | Self-propelled |
| Headlight | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | - | 220 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2017-10 |