Garden & Outdoor Living · Head-to-head
Cub Cadet 2X 26" IntelliPOWER Snow Blower vs Greenworks 80V 24" Two-Stage Cordless Snow Blower
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Snow Blowers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
For sheer capability in the worst winters, the gas two-stage Cub Cadet 2X 26" is the machine built for the worst winters. If you'd rather skip gas entirely and your snow is moderate, the Greenworks 80V two-stage delivers nearly the same clearing power quietly and maintenance-free.
Cub Cadet 2X 26" IntelliPOWER Snow Blower
Buy itA do-everything gas two-stage that eats deep, wet, end-of-driveway snow for breakfast.
- Two-stage design throws heavy, wet snow and plow piles that stop smaller machines cold
- Self-propelled with power steering, so a 26-inch swath still feels manageable
- IntelliPOWER engine with push-button electric start for cold mornings
- Two-stage design with a raised auger suits gravel and uneven surfaces when the skid shoes are set correctly
- Big and heavy to store and maneuver in a tight garage
- Gas, oil, and fuel-stabilizer upkeep every season, plus fumes and noise
Greenworks 80V 24" Two-Stage Cordless Snow Blower
Buy itTwo-stage clearing power without a drop of gas, and it's quiet enough to run before sunrise.
- Real two-stage auger and impeller clear deeper, heavier snow than a typical single-stage electric
- Push-button start every time with no gas, oil, spark plugs, or winterizing
- Self-propelled with power steer and bright LED headlights for early-morning clearing
- Runs quiet with zero exhaust, so you can clear a walkway without waking the block
- One of the priciest options once you factor in the two batteries and charger
- Runtime is finite per charge, so very large driveways may need a battery swap or a mid-job recharge
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Cub Cadet 2X 26" IntelliPOWER Snow Blower Our pick | Greenworks 80V 24" Two-Stage Cordless Snow Blower | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Homeowners in real snow country with long or wide driveways who want one machine with room to spare. | Suburban homeowners with moderate-to-heavy snow who want two-stage muscle without engine maintenance. |
| Price tier | $$$ · premium | $$$$ · flagship |
| Type & stages | Gas two-stage | Cordless two-stage (80V) |
| Clearing width | 26 in | 24 in |
| Best conditions | Deep, wet, heavy snow and plow piles | Moderate-to-deep snow, clears piles with effort |
| Drive system | Self-propelled, power steer | Self-propelled, power steer |
| Startup & upkeep | Electric start; gas/oil upkeep | Push-button; no engine upkeep |
| Run time | Unlimited with refueling | Finite per charge; swap or recharge for big drives |
| Noise & emissions | Loud, engine exhaust | Quiet, zero emissions |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Cub Cadet 2X 26" IntelliPOWER Snow Blower if
homeowners in real snow country with long or wide driveways who want one machine with room to spare.
Know before buying: big and heavy to store and maneuver in a tight garage.
Pick the Greenworks 80V 24" Two-Stage Cordless Snow Blower if
suburban homeowners with moderate-to-heavy snow who want two-stage muscle without engine maintenance.
Know before buying: one of the priciest options once you factor in the two batteries and charger.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Cub Cadet 2X 26" IntelliPOWER Snow Blower - A do-everything gas two-stage that eats deep, wet, end-of-driveway snow for breakfast. Choose the Greenworks 80V 24" Two-Stage Cordless Snow Blower instead if suburban homeowners with moderate-to-heavy snow who want two-stage muscle without engine maintenance.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Snow Blowers: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).