What are some good two-stage snowblowers?

Craftsman, Ariens, Toro, Cub Cadet and Husqvarna are brand names that offer good two-stage snowblowers. These brands rate highly on several online review sites for both their commercial and residential snowblowers.

Two-stage snowblowers use an auger to pick up snow in one stage and then use an impeller to throw it in a second stage. The snowblower brands listed come in many sizes and offer a variety of features for different needs. In areas where heavy snowfall is normal, a more powerful motor and impeller are important. If clearing a wide driveway, a wider snowblower allows the worker to make fewer passes. The website TodaysMower.com rated Craftsman as having the quietest snowblowers.