The Best Ergonomic Snow Shovels of 2026

The Snow Joe Shovelution has been a customer favorite for many years and has more than 23,000 glowing reviews on Amazon. Ergonomically designed primarily for light to medium-weight snow, the Shovelution offers an innovative second grip handle located on the shaft to reduce back strain and efficiently throw the snow aside.

This isn't the best shovel for wet snow or hard-packed snow and ice, but it is perfect for flinging lighter snow aside without the dead lift many traditional shovels require. The Shovelution allows the operator to quickly move through a snow pile with the use of two hands in a more upright, safe position.

I tested the Snow Joe on a falling of 3-inch snow that was too wet for a snowblower to move. Assembly was a breeze. The three main parts of the shovel connected quickly and easily. The shovel is well-built and sturdy, yet surprisingly lightweight. The plastic is durable, and the metal strip allows a more complete cleaning of the surface.

The 18-inch width allows just enough snow to be moved without causing undue back strain, and the second handle changes the mechanics of throwing the snow. I found my natural tendency to lean on a traditional snow shovel and throw forward had been eliminated. Instead, I was able to scoop and throw the heavy load in one motion while standing almost upright. The shovel allows for better use of the legs and arms and reduces strain on the lower back.

Backed by a two-year warranty and durable construction, the Shovelution is one shovel to keep close by when winter hits. It is the perfect shovel for the worst kind of weather, tackling the heavy, wet snow with ease.

Praised by many who have used it—including our snow shovel testers who named it the best overall—the Suncast ergonomic shovel is the perfect companion for wintertime. Its ergonomic handle is expertly designed to alleviate stress on the back and allows those using it to throw snow with nary a worry.

The Suncast has a durable resin construction and a steel wear strip on the edge to help break through snow piles and ice. The Suncast is a shovel that can be used for a long time without undue fatigue or stress. Considered by many customers to be the one shovel to have in any storm, the Suncast is a fixture in garages across the land.

The Ergie Shovel is a lightweight shovel for medium to light snow. Equipped with a metal blade on its edge, this snow scooper can also be used for pushing snow and slush. The plastic construction keeps its weight low, and the second handle allows for better posture (using legs, not back) when moving the snow. Some customers feel the shovel is a bit of a challenge to assemble and that the lightweight plastic is not rigid enough for dealing with frozen snow.

The True Temper shovel is designed for snow removal and digging through plowed or icy snow. Its large handle, strong shaft, and heavy-duty aluminum construction allow this shovel to be used more aggressively than a plastic one. It has the ability to chop through ice and break up frozen snow.

Most customers who bought the True Temper shovel praised its durability and strength but had an issue with the assembly screws. While the shaft is ergonomic, some felt its curve was not enough and that the shovel mimicked a straight shaft shovel rather than an ergonomic one.

The True Temper Mountain Mover may not move mountains, but it’s a decent entry-level shovel for occasional storms and snow falls. Lighter than most shovels in its class, the Mountain Mover uses an aluminum shaft, lightweight plastic, and a nylon edge to get the job done.

Like its aluminum-bladed cousin, the Mountain Mover features a slightly curved shaft to reduce strain on the back. Many customers praised its ability to move light and medium weight snow, but its design prevented chopping through ice and frozen snow. It’s a good shovel for the occasional storm but not the one to have in the snow belt.

The True Temper SnoBoss is a combo shovel with good intentions, but it lacks the practicality and versatility of other snow movers. Trying to be everything at once, the SnoBoss doesn't fare especially well in either the shoveling or pushing categories. It has an ergonomic handle and a second grip to help lift the snow, but the shovel area has a wide blade that makes it too large to easily lift and throw.

The large shovel area also makes it harder than curved shovels to push wet snow along. Customers have also noted that the metal strip on the shovel's edge breaks off after several uses, and the poly blade construction is not durable. This is a decent shovel for occasional snow or for use in a condo or smaller home.