Toro 1800 vs Snow Joe 622 Anyone purchase the Snow Joe 622. It seems that the biggest difference between the two units is the AMPS and the auger. Any thoughts would help as I'm looking to buy one of the two as a house warming gift for my brother. Toro 1800 vs Snow Joe 622 Anyone purchase the Snow Joe 622. It seems that the biggest difference between the two units is the AMPS and the auger. Any thoughts would help as I'm looking to buy... » Read More Toro 1800 vs Snow Joe 622 Anyone purchase the Snow Joe 622. It seems that the biggest difference between the two units is the AMPS and the auger. Any thoughts would help as I'm looking to buy one of the two as a house warming gift for my brother. « Show Less
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Got a snow joe and was not impressed! Did move snow about 2 feet and clogged up all the time! I sent it back! Order a Toro today I hope i will be happy!!
1838644
buy the toro. snow joe is p.o.s. used it twice and the belt shredded. called customer service and they said belt is wear and tear and not warranteed.had a toro for 19years w/o a problem. that's the way to go. sorry i wasted money on the snow joe.
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Ordered the Snow Joe over the Toro due to more power, cheaper price, and metal, rather than plastic, blades... Hope I don't end up regretting it, as the Toro has far more information about it out there than the Snow Joe.Edit: Well, perhaps all things happen for a reason. The Snow Joe was back-ordered... I found more reviews on the QVC site, and they also had a video of the snow joe. QVC had a lot of mixed reviews and the video wasn't as impressive as ones I've seen for the toro, so I canceled the Snow Joe and went with the safer bet.
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I bought a Snow Joe 622U1 in 2011. I was impressed. I live in NE Missouri and do get snow, heavy and wet at times, and use it about 5 -8 times a season Not like a big, gas one, but it beats shoveling.. No problems until tonight (feb, 2014, 4th time this season.). I hit a chunk of ice and it broke a belt. I got my money's worth.
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Feeling lucky the snow joe was backordered... There are quite a few reviews on the QVC site, and nearly half say the thing didn't work for more than a few minutes. Trying to cancel my order by getting a hold of True Value/Home & Beyond has also been a nightmare.I'd say the reputation of Toro with the peace of mind from ordering directly from Amazon is the way to go.
1838648
Yes, no contest. I have them both... Toro performs unbelievably given it's size and the fact it's electric. The Snow Joe keeps breaking on me, and is a total hunk of crap.
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Toro 1800 is probably just slightly better than the SnowJoe, but Toro still is poorly designed for anything more than 3 inches of snow. The belts are notorious for breaking/slipping when the Toro is struggling. It seems like Toro will break the belts whenever the snow is more than 3 inches high.You can hear the rotor struggle in more than 3 inches of snow. The key is to shave snow slowly at a time from the top (while your back is aching from the 25 lb weight). My first belt broken after 3 uses. I ordered 2-3 extra belts from Ebay. I wish Toro used metal chains instead of rubber belts. Toro 1800 is probably just slightly better than the SnowJoe, but Toro still is poorly designed for anything more than 3 inches of snow. The belts are notorious for breaking/slipping when the Toro is struggling. It seems like Toro will break the belts whenever the snow is more than 3 inches high.You can hear the rotor struggle in more than 3 inches of snow. The key is to shave snow slowly at a time from the top (while your back is aching from the 25 lb weight). My first belt broken after 3 uses. I ordered 2-3 extra belts from Ebay. I wish Toro used metal chains instead of rubber belts.
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I've owned the Toro 1800 older model (38025) for around ten years. Live in the snow belt of Northern Michigan (we had nine inches today) and have a driveway with afton stone. My faithful Toro has done a great job of clearing the snow from my drive all these years, but the other day had one stone too many and I cracked the blades. I can get replacement blades and have it fixed (and probably will) but am also seriously looking at the newer model 38371. I looked at the Worx, which has steel blades, but Toro has been so trouble free over all these years, that I'll stick with the brand. BTW, it easily handles 12 inches of dry snow and can even carve through drifts with a bit of patience on the operator's part. EDIT: As it turned out, it would cost me $150 to have my old Toro fixed. No brainer: ordered the 38371 and happy dance, it will be here this Saturday.
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We have the Arctic Blast and couldn't be more happy with it. We use it strictly for home use (frequent). In looking at the differences between the 2, the Blizzard seems to have more in terms of aesthetics (light up sign) but that about it. As far as I can tell the motor is the same. I wouldn't pay the extra $$ for the Blizzard if it's only for home use.
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It doesn't much matter unless your charging your battery very quickly, such as jumping it. Which isn't good for batteries anyway. I purchased the 1.1amp. I have a car that I don't drive very often the battery died and it took about a day or so to fully charge. Though slow its better for the battery. One nice feature about the 1.1 amp model is the cold charge feature. I use this feature in upstate NY because cold batteries should be charged even slower. Either way the .75 and the 1.1 amp models are both trickle chargers. So they will slowly charge your battery and turn on and off as needed. I'd say you can't go wrong with either but for 10 dollars more the 1.1 amp and it's winter charge feature is quite nice.
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Hello, I purchased the 602L2 but I am not familiar with the differences. I can say that I looked at a lot of drills for a gift to myself for Christmas of 2014. I like Porter cable but this drill and driver set is one of the best if not the best units out there the world. I am very happy with my drill set and can't wait to screw up something, well put together stuff or make things. :)Cheers,Larry B
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That's your preference. With the battery-powered lawn mower, one additional season brought a more powerful mower on the market. Perhaps that will also happen with the snowblower and you might prefer the more powerful, and perhaps more technologically advanced, one.
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I have both. Toro 51609 is more powerful and has a metal mulch blade like you said. The only one reason I got G-MAX DigiPro is because it's cordless.
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It is probably equal to a 5HP blower. A lower HP blower will clog easier then a larger HP machine. Usually only slush will clog it. Slush is thrown easier by a larger HP blower than it is with a smaller one. Snow WILL NOT clog it. Last year, when we had 32 inches of snow where I live, I ran this machine right under the snow and then pulled it back and the snow collapsed and I ran it over again to clear it. It would just dive right into the pile. I wish I had gotten 2 of them since I only paid $295 for it.
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Try checking with friends or neighbors, no need to buy. Your order should be on the way, you did say only wanted to see if start and you could try seeing if the type you're waiting on is in store . If so you can cancel the one you ordered. Amazon would understand. If I remember right you have a certain length of time to send snow blower back if you are not happy with it. Good luck I hope you enjoy your snow blower. Hopefully this helps you.
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it gives it more power but you have to get a 15amp extension cord so you don't burn up the unit. The outdoor cord is the best . I handle all the 19/and 1/2 inches of snow with no problem. However I do recommend a support belt for your back because you have to push the unit, this will prevent any injury or unnecessary pain.
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Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry, so far so good for me. Good luck. Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry,... » Read More Jack is spot on! I have had the Toro 1800 for 3 days. The 1st day the belt slipped off. There was side to side play in the roter/auger, just a little bit, but enough. I pulled both side covers off, put the belt back on, and tightened the hell out of everything. Put it all back together, and it has been running perfect for some major snow clearing the last 2 days, at least 6 hours each day and at least 6 inches of snow cover. After you take it apart and tighten everything, I'd recommend putting some black duck tape over the seams of the side covers to make sure everything inside stays dry, so far so good for me. Good luck. « Show Less
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I don't know? I bought the one I have because of the representation that it was a heavy duty model. We have brutal summers here and the attic temp's get well above 100 degrees F. so I got something that was represented as being just a bit stronger. The motor has been working without fail since purchased.
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Oops. I didn't look closely at the picture associated with your question. The model I bought (and thought the question was about) was the smaller one--the power shovel. The spec list says this one is 25lbs. Sorry. It seems that someone wanted to show all the small Toros on one page, and yet, the smaller one is really a different machine. Good luck with your quest.
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Feeling lucky the snow joe was backordered... There are quite a few reviews on the QVC site, and nearly half say the thing didn't work for more than a few minutes. Trying to cancel my order by getting a hold of True Value/Home & Beyond has also been a nightmare. I'd say the reputation of Toro with the peace of mind from ordering directly from Amazon is the way to go.
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150 Watts more on thermocoil, hot water dispenser for americano, auto sleep (1hr)/shut-off(after 3 hr). Possibly better design on espresso hopper/grinder (time will tell). 860 model had some issues in the beginning but was fixed. 860 grinder still gets bean pockets that stops beans from funneling into grinder, not a big deal just tap the side and they fall right in. For even money i would get the 870 for sure.
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My parents had the lower priced alternative. We really liked it, so we bought one for our family. I chose the more expensive one because it seemed to have a more powerful and more importantly, quieter motor. It also seemed like the more expensive one was a little bit more heavy duty and would last longer. Hope this helps. Either way, you will be happy with the result. So good.
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I don't know who these people are that answered this question but i STRONGLY disagree. I'm 46, very athletic, 5'5" and 110lbs and it's just too heavy even for me. It does work VERY VERY well but I personally feel i may as well shovel. You can't aim the snow off the area you're shoveling so it just goes right in front of you. If it had a chute you could aim off the deck or area you're clearing it would be a lot better. Also, if it had back wheels to pull it back to the next row, I'd reconsider. I ordered this AND Snow Joe 324E 10 Amp Electric Snow Shovel with Light, 11-Inch This one is lighter so if i HAD to keep one, it would be this one. I'm sending both back and getting a small snow blower for my deck instead. I don't know who these people are that answered this question but i STRONGLY disagree. I'm 46, very athletic, 5'5" and 110lbs and it's just too heavy even for me. It does work VERY VERY well but I personally feel i may as well shovel. You can't aim the snow off the area you're shoveling so it just goes right in front of you. If it had a chute you could aim off the deck or area you're clearing it would be a lot better. Also, if it had back wheels to pull it back to the next row, I'd reconsider. I ordered this AND Snow Joe 324E... » Read More I don't know who these people are that answered this question but i STRONGLY disagree. I'm 46, very athletic, 5'5" and 110lbs and it's just too heavy even for me. It does work VERY VERY well but I personally feel i may as well shovel. You can't aim the snow off the area you're shoveling so it just goes right in front of you. If it had a chute you could aim off the deck or area you're clearing it would be a lot better. Also, if it had back wheels to pull it back to the next row, I'd reconsider. I ordered this AND Snow Joe 324E 10 Amp Electric Snow Shovel with Light, 11-Inch This one is lighter so if i HAD to keep one, it would be this one. I'm sending both back and getting a small snow blower for my deck instead. « Show Less