Corded or Cordless? Choosing a Snow Joe Snow Thrower

Best for
Larger paved driveways near an outlet

The Snow Joe Corded Electric Snow Blower, model SJ627E, is the heavy lifter of the lineup. A 15-amp motor is rated to move up to 840 pounds of snow per minute, the highest per-minute figure listed among these models. It cuts a 22-inch clearing path with a 13-inch intake depth, and the 180-degree rotating chute throws snow up to 25 feet.

The auger is all steel with four rubber-tipped blades that work at ground level without scratching paved surfaces. Dual LED headlights help on dark mornings, and the listing highlight mentions a clean-out tool. The unit weighs 34.8 pounds and is ETL listed. Snow Joe positions it for light to moderate snowfalls on flat, paved surfaces.

It suits owners of larger driveways who have an outdoor outlet and do not mind managing a cord. Because it never runs out of battery, it is the most predictable choice for long clearing sessions. If you cannot run a cord to the end of the driveway, look at the 48V cordless blowers instead.

• 15-amp motor, up to 840 lbs of snow per minute
• 22-inch path, 13-inch intake depth
• Steel auger with rubber-tipped blades
• 180-degree chute, up to 25-foot throw

Best for
Decks, steps and patios

The Snow Joe 24V Cordless Snow Shovel kit, 24V-SS13-TV1, is built for the spots a full blower is overkill for. A 400W motor clears a 13-inch-wide by 6-inch-deep path and is rated to move up to 1,620 pounds of snow per charge. Runtime is up to 22 minutes from the included 24V IONMAX 4.0Ah battery.

The kit is complete: shovel, protective cover, IceDozer ice and snow scraper, battery and quick charger. It weighs 16.4 pounds and is UL listed. Being cordless, it is easy to carry up steps or onto a deck, where dragging a cord is a hazard.

It suits apartment and townhouse owners, or anyone who needs a second tool for steps and patios. It gives way to the 48V blowers for full driveways and to the corded SJ627E for deep snow.

Best for
Cord-free driveways with heavier snow

The Snow Joe 48V Cordless Snow Blower kit pairs two 24V 4Ah batteries for 48V output and a 1200W brushless motor. Snow Joe claims it clears up to 14 tons of snow per charge. The features list an 18-inch clearing width and 10-inch depth, while the specifications list an ideal snow depth of 12 inches; treat 10 inches as the safer planning figure.

The 180-degree chute throws snow up to 20 feet, and a 2W LED headlight helps after dark. The kit includes a cover, scraper, both batteries and a charger. The listed weight is 38.1 pounds, the heaviest here.

It suits homeowners who want a complete cord-free kit for driveways, sidewalks and patios. If you already own IONMAX batteries, the listings below may be a better match. For a broader view of the category, our battery powered Snow Joe snow blower guide goes deeper on runtime.

Best for
Light to moderate snow, cordless

The Snow Joe IONMAX 48V Cordless Electric snow blower, 24V-X2-SB18-GO, uses the same 18-inch by 10-inch clearing path and 1200W brushless motor, rated here at up to 700 pounds of snow per minute. The chute rotates 180 degrees and throws up to 20 feet, and a 2W LED headlight is on board.

This listing is specific about the auger: rubber-tipped steel with a scraper bar that clears close to pavement. It describes dual 24V IONMAX batteries delivering 48V, but it does not state whether batteries and a charger are included in this package, so check the product page if you do not already own them. The listed dimensions are 24 x 19.5 x 21.5 inches.

It suits light to moderate snow on driveways, walkways and decks. Buyers who want a guaranteed complete kit should lean toward the TV1 bundle above.

Best for
Sidewalks and small walkways

The Snow Joe 324E Electric Snow Shovel is the lightest machine here at 13.6 pounds. A 10-amp corded motor drives a 2-blade paddle auger that moves up to 300 pounds of snow per minute and throws it up to 20 feet. It has a 2W LED light, an adjustable handle and a safety lock button.

The title describes a 14-inch by 6-inch path, while the specifications list an 11-inch clearing width, so expect a narrower cut than the headline suggests. Snow Joe recommends it for decks, patios and sidewalks and suggests clearing deeper snow in layers.

It suits renters and owners of short walks who want a light tool that stores anywhere. It is not built for full driveways.

Best for
Two-battery cordless clearing

The Snow Joe Cordless Snow Blower, 24V-X2-SB22, comes with two 4.0Ah IONMAX batteries and a dual-port charger. This listing contradicts itself: the features describe an 18-inch by 10-inch path and a 20-foot throw from a rubber-tipped plastic blade auger, while the specifications and highlight list a 23-inch clearing width, 22-inch path, 13-inch depth, 25-foot throw and a 1600W brushless motor. The model number suggests a 22-inch unit, but confirm the specs on the product page before buying.

Consistent across the listing are the 180-degree chute, 2W LED headlight and cordless 48V operation, plus the note that extra IONMAX batteries can double runtime. The dual-port charger is useful because it charges both packs at once.

It suits buyers who want a cordless blower with two batteries and simultaneous charging. For proven path width, the SJ627E’s figures are more consistent.