NEO-TEC 72cc Post Hole Digger
#4 in GasFull review
A cheap high-displacement gas auger for hard clay outside California. Little is published beyond the engine size.
Amazon $159.98$159.98
The NEO-TEC 72cc Post Hole Digger and the XtremepowerUS 43cc Auger 81094 are evenly matched, rated 3.8 and 3.8. The NEO-TEC 72cc Post Hole Digger costs $9.97 less ($159.98 vs $169.95).
XtremepowerUS 43cc Auger 81094
#8 in GasFull review
A budget gas combo for a few fence posts or planting holes. Its 3/4 in shaft limits replacement bits.
Amazon $169.95$169.95
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.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas earth auger; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | NEO-TEC 72cc Post Hole Digger | XtremepowerUS 43cc Auger 81094 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $20 per inch of bit ($159.98, the 8 in bit in the box; largest not published) | 100 $21.24 per inch of bit ($169.95, the 8 in bit in the box; largest not published) |
| Torque 15% | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) | 50 torque not published (neutral score used) |
| Reverse 15% | 50 reverse not stated (neutral score used) | 50 reverse not stated (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| NEO-TEC 72cc Post Hole Digger | XtremepowerUS 43cc Auger 81094 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 72 cc gas | 43 cc gas |
| Bit included | 8 in | 8 in |
| Bit speed | - | 280 rpm |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |