PowerSmart 24 in 212cc Two-Stage
#10 in Two-stageFull review
A budget two stage for a one or two car driveway when price matters most. Expect fewer refinements and less dealer support than Toro or Ariens.
PowerSmart $689.99$689.99
3.3/5
A well rounded two stage for a two or three car driveway, with automatic steering that makes a 189 lb machine easy to turn. Worth the step up from the 824 OE for the wider path and light.
- 26 inClearing width
- 45 ftThrow distance
- 252 cc (Toro Premium 252cc OHV 4-cycle)Engine or battery
- 3 yearsWarranty
Check price at Russo Power Equipment$1,499
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Automatic steering turns the machine without triggers or wrestling
- A 26 in path and 45 ft throw clear a two car driveway quickly
- LED headlight for early morning clearing
- Hardened auger gears mean no shear pins to replace
Cons
- Same 252cc engine as the narrower 824 OE, so very deep wet snow slows it
- No heated grips at this price
The Toro Power Max family
Every Toro Power Max model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own stage.
| Model | Clearing width | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toro Power Max 824 OE | 24 in | 3.1/5 | $1,399 |
| Toro Power Max 826 OAE (this one) | 26 in | 3.3/5 | $1,499 |
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 | 37799 |
|---|---|
| Clearing | |
| Stage | Two-stage |
| Clearing width | 26 in |
| Intake height | 20 in |
| Throw distance | 45 ft |
| Chute control | Crank or lever at the handle |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or battery | 252 cc (Toro Premium 252cc OHV 4-cycle) |
| Electric start | Yes |
| Build | |
| Drive | Self-propelled |
| Headlight | Yes |
| Weight | 189 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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#13 in Two-stageFull review
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