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WEN 5664 Blaster 13.5-Amp 18-Inch Electric Snow Thrower
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Brand | WEN |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Product Dimensions | 37"D x 18"W x 40"H |
Item Weight | 32 Pounds |
Engine Type | 4 Cycle |
Maximum Throw Distance | 20 Feet |
Wheel Size | 6 Inches |
About this item
- Throws up to 490 pounds of snow per minute
- Clears snow 18 inches wide and 7.8 inches deep
- 13.5 Amp motor shoots snow up to 20 ft away
- 6-inch wheels and lightweight design make for easy mobility
- Quick-adjust chute rotates 180 degrees to direct path of the snow
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Light weight | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Easy to assemble | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.5 | — |
Maneuverability | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | — |
Sturdiness | 3.4 | 3.4 | — | — | — | 5.0 |
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power source | Corded Electric | Electric | Corded Electric | Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
engine type | 4 Cycle | 4 Cycle | — | — | Electric | — |
max throw distance | 20 feet | 20 feet | 30 feet | 25 feet | 25 feet | 25 feet |
wheel size | 6 inches | 6 inches | 6 inches | — | — | — |
voltage | — | — | 120 volts | 120 volts of alternating current | 20 volts | — |
weight | 32 pounds | — | 30.31 pounds | — | 10 pounds | — |
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Product information
Brand | WEN |
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Power Source | Corded Electric |
Product Dimensions | 37"D x 18"W x 40"H |
Item Weight | 32 Pounds |
Engine Type | 4 Cycle |
Maximum Throw Distance | 20 Feet |
Wheel Size | 6 Inches |
Item Weight | 32 pounds |
Manufacturer | WEN |
ASIN | B00OFQEQPK |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 5664 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #199,527 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #42 in Snow Blowers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Product Description
Remember when the snow trapped you inside? With the WEN Snowblaster 18-inch Electric Snow Thrower, you’ll be able to clear a path through the snowfall up to 18 inches wide and 7.8 inches deep. This snow blower picks up snow using its 13.5 amp engine and blasts it up to 20 feet away in the direction of your choice. The pivoting snow chute includes a hand crank to easily rotate the aim of the blast a full 180 degrees and a quick-adjust system to simplify vertical angle adjustments. The lightweight design along with the 6-inch wheels allow for easy steering through the coldest of terrains. And because it is a WEN Product, your Snowblaster comes backed by a two-year warranty, a nationwide network of skilled technicians, and a helpful and friendly customer service line. Make the winters slightly more bearable with the WEN Snowblaster 18-inch Electric Snow Thrower. Remember when you made that snow disappear? Remember WEN. Speed:2200 rpm (no load)
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Customers like the weight and value of the snow blower. For example, they mention it's very light and an economical alternative to gas. They appreciate the performance, and ease of use. That said, some complain about the cord. Opinions are mixed on power, durability, and snow.
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Customers like the performance of the snow blower. They say it's effective, works great with snow, and has no issues. The crank and chute work well, and it has no problems with operation. Some customers also mention that the snowblower looks and works like new after five winters, and handles a lot of snow.
"...; handle on top of the motor for lifting and moving; crank/chute works well - easier to adjust chute trajectory than models with turn screws to..." Read more
"We rarely have snow more than 6." This machine can handle snow up to that depth...." Read more
"...This worked extremely well and we managed to clear our (2 car wide / 1 car deep) driveway in about an hour and a half...." Read more
"...to it is so light and it is worth it every penny it even got through chunks of ice packed snow" Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the snow blower. For example, they say it's super easy to assemble, and can be done in about 15 minutes with no tools required. They say it handles very easy, and generates enough power to pull itself along with. It beats the heck out of shoveling, and is easy to maneuver. Customers also mention that it'll go through it with very little problem.
"...Check out reviews about actual operation.- Has a safety-start mechanism, press the button and pull the thin, lower handle up to start...." Read more
"...This little guy took care of it in no time. Assembly was quick and painless, and operation was just as easy. I'm glad I had it on hand." Read more
"...It's light and easy to lift into the back of my pickup." Read more
"...This unit had much more power than the cordless models. Assembly was pretty straight forward, but took me around an hour...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the snow blower. They say it's very light and easy to use. Some customers also mention that it hardly feels any heavier than a snow shovel.
"...Very lightweight and highly maneuverable-..." Read more
"...It's light and easy to lift into the back of my pickup." Read more
"...Its small and light enough that I can bring it inside between runs and down a flight of stairs to the basement where it can dry off...." Read more
"I loved it I would buy a second one if ever i needed to it is so light and it is worth it every penny it even got through chunks of ice packed..." Read more
Customers like the value of the snow blower. They say it's the best for the money, an economic alternative to gas, and an excellent buy. Some customers also mention that it'll make their boss laugh.
"...or dual stage for our driveway, but this was a great and affordable compromise that is small and lightweight enough to maneuver in some tighter spots..." Read more
"...would buy a second one if ever i needed to it is so light and it is worth it every penny it even got through chunks of ice packed snow" Read more
"...It gets the job done and really well for the price. Would highly recommend if you’re in the market for a snow thrower...." Read more
"...of the auger in the future but for now it's definitely worth the money. I'll do my best to answer any questions." Read more
Customers are mixed about the snow blower. Some mention that it does indeed throw snow, and is best for light snows up to 3 inches. However, others say that it doesn't handle deep snow very well, and bogs down on deep heavy snow. It also is hopeless against the pile of wet snow left at the end of the driveway by the snowplow.
"...It doesn't throw the snow very far though and the handle is too short so one star deducted. Still for the price I don't think you'll do better...." Read more
"...With proper care, seems suitably durable. Best for light snows topping at about 3"-4", but can handle heavier snows up to maybe 6"-7"...." Read more
"...However, I am concerned about the fact that this thing may get packed with ice and snow every time I use it, and I may have to repeatedly remove..." Read more
"...It can throw light snow 10-15 feet. The heavy stuff, maybe 4 feet. I'm surprised how clean it gets concrete surfaces...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the snow blower. Some mention it's well built, strong, and reliable. However, others say that it wasn't strong enough for their driveway and hard surfaces. The cord was a little tough to get used to, and the belt snapped.
"...reaction is that for the price, this snow blower seems to be very well made. The electric motor sounds like it has a lot of RPM power...." Read more
"...It feels like it might be flimsy and cheap, but in real snow clearing scenarios, this thing has been a champ - no loose clips, bolts, or other parts..." Read more
"...Besides the considerations listed above, this machine is a solid performer...." Read more
"I've gone through two Greenworks snow blowers. The plastic slider plate wore out after 2 years, on the first unit...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the power of the snow blower. Some mention it has awesome power, while others say it's not as powerful as a gas-powered unit. Some say it does the job with small amounts of light snow, while other say the motor quits.
"...The electric switch failed on the second unit at the end of its first year.This WEN 5664, handles both dry and wet snow...." Read more
"...Pros- Relatively powerful-..." Read more
"...through a 2 car driveway with only 2 inches of snow when the motor caught on fire. The yellow plastic housing is fine, so is the main unit...." Read more
"...Yes, the cord is a nuisance, but the extra power is worth it. And, I am using it primarily for my driveway, which has good access...." Read more
Customers find the cord of the snow blower a nuisance, awkward, and a setback. They also mention that the cord management can be a challenge. Overall, customers are disappointed with the cord and the extra power it provides.
"...Cord management can be a challenge, but usually easily managed with a sturdy power cable and a little practice.-..." Read more
"...I unplugged the cord a handful of times by accident, oops, cords are inconvenient, but a good flexible winter cord goes a long way...." Read more
"...- The power cord does get annoying. What I figured out is that I start in the middle of the driveway and go up/down working out from there...." Read more
"...Yes, the cord is a nuisance, but the extra power is worth it. And, I am using it primarily for my driveway, which has good access...." Read more
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Pros
- Relatively powerful
- Surprisingly durable - probably won't take a lot of abuse, but with proper care has held up well since late 2017; looks/works like new
- Cuts a reasonably wide swath for an inexpensive electric blower
- Cuts fairly deep for an inexpensive electric blower
- Depending on snow type, can throw up to 20', as advertised
- Very lightweight and highly maneuverable
- Good thoughtful, design - even a nice touch with a tension relief hook for the power cord (which probably cost all of 10 cents to add to the model, but helps tremendously); handle on top of the motor for lifting and moving; crank/chute works well - easier to adjust chute trajectory than models with turn screws to tighten (feels a bit flimsy, but does hold up okay, though)
- VERY low maintenance - no gas to purchase and store; no oil required; no spark plugs; no exhaust smell in clothes when the job is done; quieter than gas models
Cons
- Chute is a bit flimsy, but is actually easier to angle than chutes with turn screws
- Requires additional care/caution for sticks, stones, and sidewalk cracks as compared with most gas powered or larger electric models
- Cord management can be a challenge, but usually easily managed with a sturdy power cable and a little practice.
- Proper extension cords are required. Thick, all-weather/winter cables, rated at 15 amp or better are highly recommended, so figure this into your final cost. Do not use with low amperage cords.
- Will not handle heavier snows at increased depths. Best to manage how much you need to clear and when, using multiple passes as necessary; not recommended for ice or re-frozen snow at all - this is an invitation to damaging the blower
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- Ignore one star reviews that are based on damage during delivery, which is something Amazon and Wen have very little ability to resolve. Check out reviews about actual operation.
- Has a safety-start mechanism, press the button and pull the thin, lower handle up to start. Very easy.
- Bright orange color may be a plus for visibility
- Noise is comparable to loud vacuum cleaner
- Not difficult to assemble, but about average difficulty for this type of thing
- If you live in an area with extended cold spells, remember to dust snow off after a job is complete; this prevents refreezing and potentially impairing the chute's ability to turn when used the next time
- Worth considering a water-tight cord lock for where the extension connects to the blower or where additional extension cords are connected together.
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I volunteer to clear snow for a number of seniors, and since this is a corded machine, I can run this for as long as it takes without a battery running down. It's light and easy to lift into the back of my pickup.
Even handled the plowed salted slush at the end of the driveway (threw it just far enough away to be useful).
Update 1-28-15
With a little reluctance the WEN managed to clear the end of our driveway after the New England Blizzard of 2015. This was above and beyond the call of duty for this little machine. Technically the sixth largest snowfall in history for our area. We had 2-3 feet of base snow fall and 3-4 foot snow drifts blocking the end of our driveway where the plows had blocked us. There is no way the snowblower could tackle the base snow that fell without assistance (its mouth is only about a foot high). However, with a little ingenuity we made it work. We decided to clear one small area and then chop / drag the snow back with a shovel (not really shoveling, just a downward chop a foot or two at a time). We then used the WEN to blow the chopped up snow out of the way. This worked extremely well and we managed to clear our (2 car wide / 1 car deep) driveway in about an hour and a half. We went back out today and the snow was somewhat denser, yet we still managed to re-clear 4" or so of additional snowfall and the area where the plows had blocked us in. Additionally we cleared a 50+ ft path down our sidewalk the width of the machine using the same approach. I would estimate an additional 45 minutes to clear the sidewalk 18" wide.
Notes on heavy usage like this. This should be a no-brainer, but it got us... Make sure you don't have any other appliances running on the same circuit as the snowblower. The circuit we used was shared with our porch light and an interior outlet. We tripped the breaker not realizing we had another appliance going.
I unplugged the cord a handful of times by accident, oops, cords are inconvenient, but a good flexible winter cord goes a long way. Take a bite of the cord with your hand so you know when your out of slack.
The Snow Blaster does not like slushy snow. The chute clogged quickly in the slushy mix at the end of the driveway. Happened 3 or 4 times during our entire clearing. Not sure how the WEN will handle a really wet mix (probably not well), but the more dry and compacted snow wasn't an issue.
If the blower bogs down, use it as a cue to take smaller bites of snow.
Its small and light enough that I can bring it inside between runs and down a flight of stairs to the basement where it can dry off.
Extremely happy with our purchase. I was very nervous about not buying a gas single or dual stage for our driveway, but this was a great and affordable compromise that is small and lightweight enough to maneuver in some tighter spots. I feel like I got my money's worth out of the item after one storm, but considering the job it did during this Blizzard it has more than paid for itself. If your looking for something to clear a 100+ft 2 car driveway, you might want to consider a larger gas two-stage, but for smaller jobs or with a little creativity this will work in a pinch if you work within its limitations.
This WEN 5664, handles both dry and wet snow. The motor seems louder but still less noisy than a gas unit.
At this point, the machine seems strong and I'll bet it lasts much longer.
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I have never used a snowblower ever, but this works great on fluffy powder, good on medium density, but bogs down on the real heavy stuff. And dont even try it on snow that has thawed and then frozen again. Blades are plastic.
Buy a good quality 15Amp cord and get out there and blow that snow!