EGO SNT2112 Review: 21-Inch Single-Stage Snow Blower

This EGO SNT2112 review covers everything I can tell you before the first snow: what comes in the box, how setup went, and how the machine measures up against EGO’s own numbers. I bought the SNT2112 for my house in Queens, New York, and unboxed it in early October.

It has not seen snow yet, so this is not a performance verdict. I’ll update this review after the first storm with real throwing distance, runtime, and how it handles the wet, heavy snow we get here.

Quick verdict so far

The SNT2112 is a 21-inch, single-stage, battery snow blower with a steel auger. It comes as a complete kit, and the two measurements I checked matched what EGO says.

Type	Single-stage, battery powered
Clearing width	21 inches
Auger	Steel
In the kit	Two 56V 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger
Warranty	5 years on the tool, 3 years on the batteries
What I paid	About $650 (check the current price)
Still to test	Throwing distance, runtime, wet snow, the plow pile

It’s a good fit if you:

• have a small or mid-size paved driveway, walkway, or sidewalk
• want no gas, no oil, and no engine maintenance
• need a machine that fits a narrow path and folds for storage

Look at something else if you:

• have a gravel driveway
• have a long driveway or regularly get deep snow

Why I bought the EGO SNT2112

I wanted battery power, a machine narrow enough for my side path, and something I could store without giving up much space. I did not want to deal with gas, oil, or engine maintenance.

I also bought early on purpose. Snow blowers get harder to find and more expensive once the first storm is in the forecast, so I ordered in September.

I compared it with the EGO SNT2122, the other 21-inch single-stage in the lineup. When I bought, the SNT2112 kit cost less, came with larger 5.0Ah batteries where the SNT2122 kit had 4.0Ah, and included a dual-port charger. It is also the lighter machine of the two, which matters because you push a single-stage yourself.

What it has to clear

This is the property I'll be testing on all winter:

• A driveway two cars deep. It is a straight run from the house to the street.
• A paver walkway from the driveway to the front steps.
• The public sidewalk across the front of the house.
• A concrete side path with a fence on one side. A 24-inch two-stage machine would be a tight fit here, which is why I stayed at 21 inches.
• The plow pile. The city plow leaves a wall of packed slush across the end of the driveway. This is the hardest job for any single-stage machine, and it's the test I'm most interested in.

Unboxing the EGO SNT2112

The box is marked 86 pounds and "team lift," so plan on two people to move it. Mine came from Amazon and was left at the front of the house.

The long side of the box lists the claims I'll be checking this winter: a 40-foot throwing distance, and enough runtime to clear a 12-car driveway of 8 inches of snow on one charge.

The machine ships with the handle folded flat over the body and sits in a cardboard cradle. You open the top and lift it straight out.

What's in the box

• The snow blower, with the handle folded
• The discharge chute
• Two EGO 56V 5.0Ah batteries, each in its own box
• A dual-port charger
• A hex wrench
• The manual and a warranty registration card

The registration card says to register within 90 days. The warranty is 5 years on the snow blower and 3 years on the batteries.

Assembly and setup

There are only two jobs: unfold the handle and attach the chute. The body, auger, wheels, and controls all come assembled.

1. Unfold the handle. Swing it up and lock it with the green latches on each side.
2. Attach the chute. It mounts on the round collar on top of the machine.
3. Charge both batteries and slide them into the bay under the lid until they click.

It took me about 20 minutes from opening the box to a finished machine. [ADD ONE LINE: anything confusing, and whether you needed the hex wrench or your own tools.]

There is no gas or oil to add, and there are no shear pins or skid shoes to set on a single-stage like this.

Measurements: EGO's claims against my tape measure

Both dimensions I checked matched EGO's numbers.

Spec	EGO's number	What I measured
Clearing width	21 in	About 21 in, outside edge to outside edge of the housing
Intake height	13 in	About 13 in at the front opening

I have not weighed the machine or measured its length. The retail listing gives 50.6 pounds and a 45-inch depth.

The two claims that matter most can't be checked indoors. I'll measure the 40-foot throwing distance and time a full run on one charge in the first real snow.

Batteries and charger

The SNT2112 runs on two batteries at once. EGO calls this Peak Power. The kit includes two 56V 5.0Ah batteries, and both sit side by side under a lid on top of the machine.

A label inside the lid says the machine is recommended for use with 4.0Ah or higher batteries. If you already own smaller EGO batteries from a trimmer or leaf blower, keep that in mind before you buy the tool-only version.

The batteries arrived partly charged, showing two bars on the charge indicator. The dual-port charger holds both at once, so you can load them and walk away. The box says a charge from empty takes 80 minutes. Starting from two bars, mine took about 30 minutes to reach a full charge.

I plan to store the batteries indoors and carry them out when it snows. Lithium batteries lose performance when they sit in the cold.

Controls

The start, chute rotation, and auger speed controls are all on the handle.

• Two-step start. Press the green button, then squeeze the bail bar against the handle. The icons on the panel are numbered 1 and 2.
• Chute rotation. A lever on the handle turns the chute through 180 degrees.
• Auger speed. A second lever changes the auger speed, which is how you adjust how far the snow is thrown.
• Chute angle. The deflector on top of the chute is set by hand.
• LED headlights. There is one on each side of the housing.

Storage: how small it folds

The handle folds forward over the body by releasing the two green latches. Folded, mine measures about 28 inches to the top of the chute and about 17 inches to the top of the handle.

The chute is the tallest point when the machine is folded.

First impressions

What I like so far

• Simple setup. Two steps, with no fuel or oil to deal with.
• A complete kit. Two 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger are in the box, so there is nothing else to buy to get started.
• Honest dimensions. The width and intake height matched the listing.
• A steel auger. Many single-stage machines use rubber paddles. EGO says the steel auger cuts through ice and snow faster.
• It folds. That matters when storage space is tight.

What I'm watching

• It's a single-stage. The plow pile at the end of the driveway is the real test, and no single-stage finds that easy.
• You push it. There are no powered wheels.
• Spare batteries cost a lot. A second pair is a real expense if one charge doesn't cover the whole property.
• The 86-pound box. Getting it inside is a two-person job.

The first thing I noticed is how light it is. I expected more heft, and it handles better and smoother than I thought it would. Nothing about the build feels cheap, the materials feel great in my hands. The real surprise was the batteries: they charge much faster than I expected. I had been thinking about buying two extra batteries just in case, so it's good to know I can get back to work quickly without them.

EGO SNT2112 vs other EGO 21-inch models

The SNT2110, SNT2112, and SNT2114 are the same 21-inch steel-auger snow blower. The difference is what comes in the box.

Model	What's included
SNT2110	Snow blower only, no batteries or charger
SNT2112 (mine)	Two 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger
SNT2114	Two 7.5Ah batteries and a charger

• Choose the SNT2110 if you already own two EGO 56V batteries and don't need another charger. The label inside my machine's lid recommends 4.0Ah or higher.
• Choose the SNT2112 if you're new to EGO and want the 5.0Ah battery kit.
• Choose the SNT2114 if you want the larger 7.5Ah batteries for more runtime per charge.

What I'll test in the first snow

• Throwing distance against the 40-foot claim, measured with a tape
• Runtime on one charge across the driveway, sidewalk, and side path
• Wet, heavy snow and slush
• The plow pile at the end of the driveway
• Battery level left after a full clearing
• The headlights in the dark

I'll add the results and photos here after the first storm.

Storm log

No storms yet this season. I'll add a row after each one.

Date	Snow depth	Snow type	Total time	Battery left	Notes

Should you buy the EGO SNT2112?

If you have a small or mid-size driveway, want to skip gas, and need a machine that fits a narrow path and folds for storage, the SNT2112 looks like a strong fit on paper and out of the box. If your driveway is long, or you regularly get deep snow, look at a two-stage machine.

I can't tell you yet how it performs in snow. Check back after the first storm.

If you want to compare it with other machines, including gas and two-stage options, see my guide to the 7 best snow blowers of 2026.

EGO SNT2112 FAQ

Is the EGO SNT2112 single-stage or two-stage? It is a single-stage snow blower. The steel auger both picks up the snow and throws it out of the chute.

Does the EGO SNT2112 come with batteries? Yes. The SNT2112 kit includes two 56V 5.0Ah batteries and a dual-port charger.

Can I use my other EGO batteries in it? It takes EGO 56V ARC Lithium batteries and runs two at a time. The label inside the lid recommends 4.0Ah or higher.

How long does the EGO SNT2112 take to charge? The box lists 80 minutes from empty to full with the included charger.

How wide is the EGO SNT2112? The clearing width is 21 inches. I measured about 21 inches across the outside of the housing.

What is the warranty on the EGO SNT2112? Five years on the snow blower and three years on the batteries. The card in the box says to register within 90 days.

Is the EGO SNT2112 self-propelled? No. It has no powered wheels, so you push it.

Last updated: October 2026. Storm results will be added through the winter.