A rock-bottom gas auger kit for a weekend of fence posts. Buyers who need support and a warranty should pay more.
Amazon $115.39 eBayThe VEVOR 43cc Post Hole Digger D43-F is the better earth auger overall, rated 3.3 to 2.8. The VEVOR 43cc Post Hole Digger D43-F costs $59.60 less ($115.39 vs $174.99).
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A bare-bones 43cc powerhead for buyers who already have bits. With so little published, a name brand is the safer pick.
Amazon $174.99 eBayScores 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 | VEVOR 43cc Post Hole Digger D43-F | ThunderBay Y43 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $14.42 per inch of bit ($115.39, the 8 in bit in the box; largest not published) | 50 largest bit not published (neutral score used) |
| 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% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VEVOR 43cc Post Hole Digger D43-F | ThunderBay Y43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | 43 cc gas | 43 cc gas |
| Bit included | 8 in | None |
| Bit speed | 320 rpm | - |
| Build | ||
| Operators | 1 | 1 |
