Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric
#11 in Single-stageFull review
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 $179.98$179.98
The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric is the better snow blower overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric leads on value and width. The Toro Power Clear 518 ZE wins on intake. The Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric costs $469.02 less ($179.98 vs $649).
Toro Power Clear 518 ZE
#17 in Single-stageFull review
For a short paved walk or a one car driveway in light snow. It is the lightest and cheapest gas machine here, but small for anything bigger.
Russo Power Equipment $649$649
Prices were last checked October 31, 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 $36.06 per inch of width ($649, 18 in)) and width (20 in clearing width vs 18 in clearing width).
- Choose the Toro Power Clear 518 ZE for intake (12 in intake height vs 10 in intake height).
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 | Toro Power Clear 518 ZE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $9 per inch of width ($179.98, 20 in) | 28 $36.06 per inch of width ($649, 18 in) |
| Width 20% | 67 20 in clearing width | 33 18 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 25 throws snow up to 25 ft | 25 throws snow up to 25 ft |
| Intake 15% | 0 10 in intake height | 67 12 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Westinghouse WSnow20 20" Electric | Toro Power Clear 518 ZE | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Single-stage | Single-stage |
| Clearing width | 20 in | 18 in |
| Intake height | 10 in | 12 in |
| Throw distance | 25 ft | 25 ft |
| Chute control | - | Manual |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 15 A corded | 99 cc (Toro Premium OHV 99cc) |
| Electric start | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Push (auger assisted) | Push (auger assisted) |
| Heated grips | - | No |
| Headlight | Yes | - |
| Weight | - | 59 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |