For small paved driveways and walks near an outlet, on a tight budget. The steel auger is a step up from plastic paddles at this price.
Amazon $179.98The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric is the better snow blower overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric leads on value, width and throw. The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric costs $150.01 less ($179.98 vs $329.99).
For walks, decks and short paved driveways with light to moderate snow. It is cheap and light enough to carry where it is needed.
Amazon $329.99Prices 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 Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric for value ($9 per inch of width ($179.98, 20 in) vs $18.33 per inch of width ($329.99 with batteries and charger, 18 in)), width (20 in clearing width vs 18 in clearing width) and throw (throws snow up to 25 ft vs throws snow up to 20 ft).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage snow blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric | Snow Joe 48V IONMAX 24V-X2-SB18 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $9 per inch of width ($179.98, 20 in) | 72 $18.33 per inch of width ($329.99 with batteries and charger, 18 in) |
| Width 20% | 67 20 in clearing width | 33 18 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 25 throws snow up to 25 ft | 0 throws snow up to 20 ft |
| Intake 15% | 0 10 in intake height | 0 10 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric | Snow Joe 48V IONMAX 24V-X2-SB18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Single-stage | Single-stage |
| Clearing width | 20 in | 18 in |
| Intake height | 10 in | 10 in |
| Throw distance | 25 ft | 20 ft |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Battery |
| Engine or battery | 15 A corded | 48 V, 8 Ah of battery |
| Battery energy | - | 192 Wh |
| Battery included | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Push (auger assisted) | Push (auger assisted) |
| Headlight | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | - | 29.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
