For walks, steps, decks and small driveways near an outlet. It is light and throws farther than most corded rivals.
Toro $259The Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric is the better snow blower overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric leads on value. The Toro Power Clear 721 E wins on width, throw and intake. The Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric costs $540 less ($259 vs $799).
A strong all round single stage machine for paved driveways up to two cars wide and snow under about 9 in. Pick a two stage model for gravel or deep plow piles.
Russo Power Equipment $799Prices 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 Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric for value ($14.39 per inch of width ($259, 18 in) vs $38.05 per inch of width ($799, 21 in)).
- Choose the Toro Power Clear 721 E for width (21 in clearing width vs 18 in clearing width), throw (throws snow up to 35 ft vs throws snow up to 30 ft) and intake (12.5 in intake height vs 12 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 | Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric | Toro Power Clear 721 E |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 88 $14.39 per inch of width ($259, 18 in) | 24 $38.05 per inch of width ($799, 21 in) |
| Width 20% | 33 18 in clearing width | 83 21 in clearing width |
| Throw 15% | 50 throws snow up to 30 ft | 75 throws snow up to 35 ft |
| Intake 15% | 67 12 in intake height | 83 12.5 in intake height |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Toro 1800 Power Curve 18" Electric | Toro Power Clear 721 E | |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing | ||
| Stage | Single-stage | Single-stage |
| Clearing width | 18 in | 21 in |
| Intake height | 12 in | 12.5 in |
| Throw distance | 30 ft | 35 ft |
| Chute control | Manual | Manual |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 15 A corded | 212 cc (Toro 212cc 4-cycle OHV) |
| Electric start | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Drive | Push (auger assisted) | Push (auger assisted) |
| Headlight | No | - |
| Weight | 29 lb | 84 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
