If you live in a place where it snows frequently during the winter months, then investing in a snow thrower can make a lot of sense. Say for example you live in Chicago, how many times will you use the shovel to clear out the driveway? But before you get to the driveway you need to shovel out the steps! This article will look at whether the Toro 1800 Snow Thrower is indeed the best electric snow thrower and how it compares to others in the market.
Gas or Electric Snow Remover?
First of all it is important to decide whether you want to purchase a gas or electric snow remover. Both type have their advantage and disadvantage but the main differences are that gasoline engines are used for much larger jobs, do create more noise and cause increased pollution. But they are designed for heavy snow removal. Electric throwers are designed for home use, create less noise and are designed to be lightweight. Generally speaking if you have more than a 20 inches of snow, then electric snow throwers like the Toro 1800 will not be for you.
The Toro 1800 snow thrower is very impressive. When first used, it is simple to start up. It comes with a 2 year warranty for added peace of mind. The machine uses a patented power curve motion, curved rotor with a funnel shaped housing that allows you to clean right down to the pavement. Because it is an electric machine there is no need to lubricate, no spark plugs are required and no dreaded tune ups. It can remove up to 700 pounds of snow within a minute which is impressive.
It would be unfair to compare the Toro 1800 snow thrower to other big rig gas machines, frankly it is not designed to compete. But you will find the electric blower to match some of the heavier gas machines with it’s snow removal capabilities. This machine comes with plenty of power and high RPM’s than some gas throwers!
When comparing to other electrical snow cleaners, the Toro wins hands down. More powerful, lightweight, easy to use at a very reasonable purchase price are it’s main attractions. On the flip side it does not work well on icy or wet snow. Make sure you use it when the snow is dry and powdery.
For such a light machine it has a powerful, durable motor. Toro are renowned at manufacturing quality snow removal machinery. So whether it is the driveway or side steps you can now clear the snow without the dreaded shovel.