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 $799
A single stage with handy dash chute control and a headlight for paved driveways and walks in moderate snow. The Toro 721 E throws farther for less.
- 21 inClearing width
- 25 ftThrow distance
- 208 cc (208cc OHV)Engine or battery
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Dash lever turns the chute without walking around to it
- In dash LED headlight for dark mornings
- A 13 in intake is tall for a single stage
- A 25 ft throw is short for its price
- Listed by Cub Cadet as a prior year model
- Warranty and weight are not published on the product page
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its stage. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 31PM2T6C710 |
|---|---|
| Clearing | |
| Stage | Single-stage |
| Clearing width | 21 in |
| Intake height | 13 in |
| Throw distance | 25 ft |
| Chute control | Crank or lever at the handle |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 208 cc (208cc OHV) |
| Electric start | Yes |
| Build | |
| Drive | Push (auger assisted) |
| Headlight | Yes |
Alternatives in this stage
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 $179.98For small to mid-size paved driveways where the owner already uses Greenworks 80V tools. It is the strongest of the brand’s 20 in single-stage blowers.
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