Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower

Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower Reviews



Overall 4.5 star rating4.56 of 5 (by 16 users)



Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower Review Summary

With the Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower, reviewers are reporting that they're telling "Old Man Winter 'Bring it on!'" That's a pretty strong statement, depending on what part of the country you're from. Yet believe it or not, reviewers really are saying "it was almost a pleasure to see snowstorms," all because of their Craftsman Snow Thrower. And when it's cold and snowy outside, you don't want to spend any more time outside than you have to. With this 26" snow thrower, it starts first pull every time. In addition, it "lets you drive with one hand and adjust where you want to throw the snow with the other." A knob lets you control whether you're throwing the snow to the left or right and high or low. The Craftsman Snow thrower "makes it fun to clean the driveway." It's so easy to use, even older people with back problems can operate it easily. It's another in a long line of Craftsman products to keep the reputaton of the name.
75% of people rated Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower as 5 stars
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19% of people rated Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower as 4 stars
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No one rated Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower as 3 stars
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No one rated Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower as 2 stars
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6% of people rated Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower as 1 star
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94% 94% of people recommend Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower 6% of people don't recommend Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower 6%
 

Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
NOV
29
2007
My neighbor has one of these and it worked great. So I order one from SEARS.. WOW it is great.. We just got ower first snow today and it drives great.. This newer modle lets you drive with 1 hand and adjust where you want to throw the snow with the other. Single knob control throws the snow left/right... read full review »
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impressed with this product, a person who enjoys quality

b52agan
Chelan, WA
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1 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
JAN
11
2009
I bought the Sears Craftsman 5 HP, electric start, 22" single stage, auger propelled snow thrower model 536.881500 on sale approximately 4 years ago. It seemed reasonable and was less than an Ariens. It was only intended to clear my small property, no commercial use. You get what you pay for. I've never... read full review »
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practical

BauhausMan
Southgate, MI
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Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower Ratings and Reviews

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18
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Mr. Fix-it

APR
17
2008

   This snow thrower really made my life easier this winter. It was almost a pleasure to see snow storms. I was able to do three times the work in only a fraction of the time.

   With over 130 inches of snow this winter Tecuseh snow King 7 horse power engine started fist pull every time, which is not a concern since it also has an electric start. With its 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds, I was able to cut through any size snow storm with extreme ease. It even went through the icy roof falls without to much difficulty.

    I would recommend this snow thrower to everybody.


5 star rating
2008 Reviewer
mistergeminib
Farmington, NM



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not very handy

JUL
22
2008
You will probably think I am crazy but I actually look forward to Winter and those whiteout snow storms because it gives me the chance to use my always reliable Craftsman Snow Thrower. I also know my neighbors no longer dread accumulating snow as I am happy to clear their walkways and driveways in addition to my own. One of the biggest reasons I love my Snow Thrower is right after the snow plows come through our neighborhood, I can confidently clear out the snow they push right back at the base of our driveway. Most of my neighbors have smaller snow throwers that appear to be nothing more than... read full review »
5 star rating
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swimclip1
Aurora, IL



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practical, value conscious

JAN
11
2009
I picked up the Craftsman snowblower during a sale last summer.  The price was perfect and my old Toro was on it's last leg. 

Michigan winters can be brutal, but so far the Craftsman snowblower has done all I can expect it to do.  My driveway is clear with very little effort.  It has started on the first pull all season.

The only drawback I have experienced are the screws on the snow chute must be tightened all the time or the snow blows straight up.  When I received the blower, one set of screws were missing.



4 star rating
reviewer 2009 Reviewer
sammy2u
Grand Rapids, MI



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messy

DEC
17
2008
This Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower is fantastic.  Setup was easy.  Started on the first try (electric).  Started everytime after that during first use (pull start).  Cut through every bit of snow I pointed it at including "my" corner where the street department insists on piling all of the snow from the rest of the street.  And it was easy on the wallet.
5 star rating
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tmman
Waukegan, IL



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practical

DEC
15
2008

Hey if you don't like your neighbor you can bury his driveway with your Craftsman Snow Blower.

Well I used a Craftsman Lawn Tractor for many years and pushed the snow with a plow.  Now that I am getting older I needed an easier process of removing the snow from our long driveway. 

 I have back problems,  but I can use the Craftsman snow blower because it is easy to operate.  As you age,  you can appreciate still being able to remove the snow by yourself. 

One problem with a snow blower is the force of the snow will drift back on you so we added the cover with a sheild.  With the cover...

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5 star rating
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grasshopper2348
Burgoon, OH



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Homeowner

SEP
22
2009

This Craftsman snowblower is sometimes difficult to start. Requires pull start. Pull start is difficult sometimes for women to start. Also, the shoot gets clogged sometimes. You have to be careful to use when the snow is freshly fallen. The shoot sometime does not throw the snow far enough. You have to pay attention to where you start and how much snow has fallen. Requires you to use this machine more frequently when you have a heavy snow fall. Overall, the machine does work well when you use it properly. I would recommend it to those who are younger and dont have diffuculty using the pull start....

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4 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
purpleprincess9
New Castle, PA



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Mr. Fix-it

JAN
10
2009
This snowblower will get all of your snow out of your driveway fast and easy. It is the best snowblower i have ever used, and living in the Midwest, you need a good snowblower. This snowblower comes at a good price to. I would recommend this item to everyone in the North!
5 star rating
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liltreehoe
Crawfordsville, IN



1
helpful
vote
practical

NOV
29
2008
I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 26 INCH SEARS CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER AND I LOVE IT. AND I HAVEN'T EVEN USED IT YET. BUILT VERY STURDY AND EASY TO USE.
5 star rating
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TEHAMH
Altoona, PA



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Homeowner, neat freak

SEP
29
2009

I bought my Craftsman snowblower a couple years ago and it's one of the best investments I ever made.  I'm picky and careful of what I buy.  The Craftsman name has never let me down and their snowblower has easily handled the snow in Michigan, and quickly I might add!  This machine has grat power and doesn't get bogged down.  My boyfriend likes it so much it's hard to keep him from going down the block with it and taking care of all my neighbors!  Many are senior citizens, so they appreciate my Craftsman snowblower as well.  Starts every time, dependable, smooth and it just gets the job done. ...

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5 star rating
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tabackus
Garden City, MI



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Homeowner

SEP
15
2009

the Craftsman 26 ince snow thrower works wonders! it is easy to manuver, very controlable and does a perfect job on both gravel , cement and tared Driveways. It even works well plowing a path throudh the lawn


5 star rating
reviewer
glenburniedad
Brooklyn, MD



1
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vote
practical

NOV
30
2008
Craftsman 26" Snow Thrower it just what you need to clean your driveway this winter.
5 star rating
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catherder
Greenville, NC



D
busy mom

DEC
7
2009

BLOWS GREAT, VERY USEFUL!!


5 star rating
reviewer
adrenalinerush
Rogers City, MI



D

NOV
26
2009

no  coment


4 star rating
reviewer
angeldelaguarda
Trenton, NJ



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