The 7 Best Snow Shovels of 2019

Featuring a sturdy, ergonomic shaft, an oversized D-Grip handles for an ultra-comfy grip, and a nylon wear strip that truly extends the life of the blade, the True Temper 18-Inch Ergonomic Snow Shovel is a top seller online and our top pick for the best overall product. Thanks to the shovel’s curved, lightweight design and an easy-to-grip handle, the True Temper is easy to maneuver and makes moving snow near-effortless. Plus, the nylon leading edge of the scoop effectively prevents the gouging of your deck, patio, and other surfaces. 

Dozens of users report that this is the “best snow shovel ever,” particularly for moving large amounts of snow; you don’t have to do a lot of heavy lifting with the True Temper. It’s also long-lasting, with many users saying they’ve had their same True Temper for several years. 

Ultra-compact and versatile, the Lifeline One-Size Aluminum Sport Utility Snow Shovel is both budget-friendly and easy to use. It adjusts from 26 inches to 32 inches, so it can be adjusted based on your needs. This popular shovel is also lightweight (it weighs approximately 1.3 pounds) and it breaks down into three pieces for easy storage. Throw it in your car, closet, or pretty much anywhere when it's not in use. It’s also great for camping, backpacking, or traveling.

A quality product, especially considering its low price point, the Lifeline Sport Utility Shovel is praised by reviewers for its versatility, sporty construction, and small size.

While most snow throwers and blowers are a hefty investment, you can still harness the power of an automated machine to help you clear snow from your property. The Snow Joe 13-Inch Electric Shovel is insanely good at blasting snow off driveways, walkways, decks, and other areas. Its fast and efficient snow clearing is due to its powerful 10-amp motor that can move up to 400 pounds of snow per minute. The clearing width is 13 inches, which is perfect for most walkways and sidewalks, and it can throw snow up to 20 feet. For such a powerful shovel it's surprisingly lightweight and easy to handle. The ergonomic design, adjustable handle, and push-button start are all worth noting as well.

For those who struggle with back pain or other bodily discomforts, or if you just need to slice away large amounts of snow in a short amount of time, the Snow Joe Electric Snow Shovel comes highly recommended by users.

Will you be using your snow shovel solely on flat surfaces like paved driveways and sidewalks? If so, the True Temper 20-Inch Aluminum Combo Snow Shovel is the ideal tool. Thanks to its durable metal scoop and curved handle design, you can easily clear large surfaces and cut through ice as quickly as possible. It has a 20-inch blade that offers both the functionality of a pusher and the capacity of a scoop and is reinforced with a sturdy, protective steel wear strip that helps extend its lifespan. However, the metal scoop may scrape or damage softer surfaces like wood decks and patios so this shovel should be reserved for scratch-proof surfaces.

Users love that the True Temper Aluminum Combo Shovel has a truly ergonomic handle that’s specifically designed so that you don’t have to bend over too far and endure unnecessary back strain (although, note that if you’re moving wet snow, this could take a little extra effort).

For seniors or those who struggle with back pain, shoveling snow can be a strenuous activity. To make the job of shoveling easier, we recommend the Snow Joe 18-in Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. It has many of the same features as a regular snow shovel, with one notable exception: directly above the scoop, there’s another handle on a short, pivoting rod that’s spring-assisted, which reduces the need to bend over, thereby improving posture and lessening back pain. You’ll be able to lift more and throw farther, essentially, without doing damage to your body. The Snow Joe also has comfy, ergonomic D-Ring handles and a durable, impact-resistant 18-inch shovel blade.

In addition to preventing injuries and reducing back pain, reviewers have noted that the Snow Joe is easy to assemble and relatively lightweight.

For keeping on hand in case of emergencies, the True Temper AutoBoss Emergency Car Shovel is the perfect pick. It’s budget-friendly, durable, and in contrast to similarly priced shovels, it’s actually efficient.

Portable and lightweight, the AutoBoss is great at clearing areas around tires and other small, hard-to-reach places. Plus, it’s sleek, compact, and folds up easily, so you can store it anywhere in your car and bring it along for your next road trip or camping adventure.

People who’ve reviewed the AutoBoss have mentioned that it’s even great at moving bigger amounts of snow, and the ergonomic design renders it easy to use. If you’re on the road a lot and live in a snow-ridden area, the AutoBoss is a nifty little shovel that is great for keeping in your car or truck.

Portable, well-designed, and highly efficient, the Dakota Sno Blade Snow Shovel boasts a bevy of features that make it easy as pie to clear your sidewalk, driveway, and virtually any other surface. The shovel’s bi-directional snow blade cuts through snow like butter; if you need to change direction quickly, you can turn the Sno-Blade 180 degrees and the snow will pile up on the other side. And, thanks to its handy set of wheels, you can easily transport the shovel to and from the garage. It’s a bit on the heavy side when compared to the other shovels on this list, but what it lacks in lightweight size, it more than makes up for in efficiency.

Reviewers praise the Dakota Sno Blade for being adept at getting through all kinds of snow and agree that it will last for many seasons. They also note that using this shovel has put significantly less strain on their body.