Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 21" Single-Stage Auger-Propelled vs EGO Power+ SNT2102 21" Single-Stage
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Quick take: The EGO Power+ SNT2102 21" Single-Stage costs $150 less.
| Spec | Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 21" Single-Stage Auger-Propelled | EGO Power+ SNT2102 21" Single-Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799 | $649 |
| Rating | — | 4.4★ (4,130) |
| Type | Single-Stage Battery | Single-Stage Battery |
| Power | 40V 8.0Ah × 2 | 56V 5.0Ah × 2 (Peak Power) |
| Clearing Width | 21" | 21" |
| Intake Height | 11.5" | 13" |
| Throw Distance | up to 35 ft | up to 35 ft |
| Weight | 51 lb | 61 lb |
| Starting | Push-button | Push-button |
| Heated Grips | No | No |
| Drive & Handling | Auger-propelled — the angled paddles pull the machine forward as they bite, so you steer more than push. Dual active battery ports run both 8Ah packs at once, auger speed adjusts from the handle to meter throw distance, the chute rotates through a 180-degree arc, and the handles fold flat for storage. | Push-propelled — at about 61 lb with packs it's the lightest machine in EGO's snow lineup, and the rubber-tipped auger tugs it forward as it grips pavement. The chute swings via a handle-mounted lever, dual LED headlights light the driveway, and the handle folds flat for wall storage. |
| Warranty | 5-year tool / 3-year battery | 5-year tool / 3-year battery |
Pros & cons
Ryobi 40V HP Brushless 21" Single-Stage Auger-Propelled
- ✓Auger-propelled drive pulls itself forward — no shoving 51 lb through slush
- ✓$799 with two 8Ah batteries undercuts EGO's steel-auger kit by about $200
- ✓Batteries share Ryobi's massive 40V mower, trimmer, and blower ecosystem
- ✓Dual active ports draw from both packs at once for gas-like surge power
- ✓Quiet push-button operation that converted gas owners praise in reviews
- ✓Adjustable auger speed and 180-degree chute control right from the handle
- ✗Owners say it's built for storms under 6 inches — deep or wet snow overwhelms it
- ✗Batteries drain fast under load; the 25-car-space claim assumes light powder
- ✗Plastic auger paddle ends wear down with no cheap replacement part available
- ✗35-foot throw shrinks to 15-20 feet in wet snow
- ✗Replacement 40V 8Ah packs run about $279 each
EGO Power+ SNT2102 21" Single-Stage
- ✓Best price of any EGO snow blower — $649 with two 5.0Ah batteries and charger included
- ✓4.4 stars across 4,100+ Lowe's reviews with roughly 96% recommending it
- ✓Light enough at about 61 lb to lift onto a deck or clear steps and patios
- ✓Rubber-tipped auger is gentle on pavers, composite decking, and sealed concrete
- ✓Batteries interchange with EGO mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers
- ✓Instant push-button starts all winter — no carburetor to gum up in the off-season
- ✗Rubber paddles ride over compacted plow crust instead of biting through it
- ✗Heavy wet snow drains both 5.0Ah packs in roughly 20-30 minutes
- ✗35-foot throw claim falls to around 15 feet in slush
- ✗No self-propulsion, heated grips, or variable auger speed at this trim
- ✗Frequently out of stock in-season, and replacement 5.0Ah packs run about $300 each