The Best Snow Shovels You Can Buy

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…if you’re not the one removing the snow. And whether you live on 34th street, Candy Cane Lane or a less jolly address with steps, a porch, a walkway, a driveway or a sidewalk, you’re going to need a good shovel — even if you already splurged on that electric snowblower. You also may need a shovel if you’re leaving home on a winter road trip in the mountains.

Finding the best snow shovel used to be very simple. There was one model. It had a flat blade and a long handle. And it frequently came with a side of aching back. Fortunately, technology has improved the experience. The best shovels have gotten bigger, lighter, bendier and more portable. And you no longer need to put as much of your back into it.

Here are the best snow shovels you can buy.

Moose Jaw

Mammut Alugator Pro Light Shovel

• $9.00 at Moose Jaw
  $90.00 (90% off)

The Best Value Snow Shovel

Mammut specializes in avalanche rescue gear. All of their shovels are durable and UIAA certified. The Pro Light Shovel combines light weight — about a pound and a half — with a relatively large blade for maximum versatility.

Moose Jaw

Backcountry Access Shaxe Tech Shovel

• $180.00 at Moose Jaw

The Best Snow Shovel

Extreme conditions call for extremely good tools. This Backcountry Access shovel does double duty as an ice axe and weighs just a pound and a half.

Walmart

Snow Joe SJ-EDG24 2-in-1 Snow Pusher + Ice Chopper

• $25.00 at Walmart

The Best Snow Shovel on a Budget 

This shovel can push a large amount of snow with a 24-inch blade. It also has a built-in ice chopper and an aluminum wear strip for added durability.

Walmart

True Temper SnoBoss Ergonomic Poly Combo Snow Shovel

• $68.00 at Walmart

The Best Ergonomic Snow Shovel

A unique option with a 26” poly blade. The ergonomic design features a U-shaped handle and a mid-grip that is ideal for pushing snow. You can also reverse it to scrape tight areas.

Walmart

Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01M Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel

• $20.00 at Walmart

The Best Ergonomic Snow Shovel on a Budget

Shovel smarter, not harder with this 18” blade with an ergonomic spring-assist handle that improves your posture and reduces back strain by up to 30%.

Walmart

Outsunny Heavy-Duty Snow Shovel Rolling Pusher

• $70.00 at Walmart
  $80.00 (13% off)

The Best Ergonomic Snow Pusher

This snow pusher has wheels to easily push snow, an adjustable handle to allow you to stand upright and an extra-wide 29-inch  blade for clearing a large path in one go.

Walmart

Suncast 11in. Telescoping Car Shovel and Arched Ice Scraper Combo Set

• $18.00 at Walmart

This snow shovel comes with a curved ice scraper that also has an ice chipper. D-grip, foam telescoping handle allows for easy storage. The button lock is easy to operate with gloves. And you can score one for under $20.

Walmart

Suncast SC2700 20-Inch Snow Shovel/Pusher Combo

• $51.00 at Walmart

This classic shovel is designed for comfort and control. It has a wide 20-inch non-stick graphite blade and a deep chamber for moving large snow loads.

Walmart

Suncast SPF2450 24-Inch Industrial Snow Shovel/Pusher

• $65.00 at Walmart
  $78.00 (16% off)

This shovel is on the heavier side, checking in at nearly six pounds. But it can move an industrial amount of snow with its wide 24-inch blade. 

Walmart

Snow Joe ErgieShovel ERG-SNSH18

• $39.00 at Walmart

This ergonomic shovel has an added handle for extra leverage to let you tackle deep snow without the added strain. 

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